According to reports, Universal Orlando has resumed construction of its new theme park, but it will take some time before it is open to the public.
Earlier this week, the resort announced that construction of its new Epic Universe Park in Orlando, Florida, will resume after a nearly year-long hiatus due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Due to the delay, the opening of Epic Universe will reportedly be pushed back for another two years.
According to the Orlando Sentinel, Universal told Orange County Mayor Jerry Demings that Epic Universe will now open in early 2025. It would open earlier in 2023.
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Universal did not immediately respond to Fox News’ request for comment on the delayed timeline.
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In its announcement Wednesday, Universal said that Epic Universe “will create a whole new level of amusement park entertainment.” ‘The announcement said the 750-acre site will have a new theme park, amusement center, hotels, shops and restaurants.
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However, Universal did not say exactly what the park’s rides and attractions would include.
Universal Orlando announced this week that construction of its 750-acre Epic Universe Park has resumed.
(Universal Orlando)
Many have speculated that the park may be similar to the company’s Super Nintendo World in Japan, or that it may be inspired by the company Minions, CNBC reported.
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The construction of Epic Universe had to stop in July 2020 due to the pandemic. According to the announcement, development has started again this week, but it will take a few months before it is at full speed. ‘
Universal has promised that the construction of the new park will bring hundreds of jobs to Universal, thousands of jobs to Central Florida and billions of dollars in the Florida economy.
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Epic Universe is also expected to provide 14,000 permanent jobs.
“Rebuilding Epic Universe is a tremendous moment for our employees and for our theme park industry in Florida,” Brian L. Roberts, Comcast’s chairman and CEO, said in a statement. “This is our largest single investment in the state and represents our enthusiasm for the spectacular park and the economic opportunities it will generate.”