Thrills and Magic: What’s New at Orlando’s Top Theme Parks in 2025
Orlando is synonymous with epic adventures, immersive worlds, and jaw-dropping thrill rides. As we head through 2025, the Greater Orlando area is not slowing down when it comes to delivering next-level entertainment. Here’s a look at some of the biggest attractions making waves this year and what’s on the horizon.
Universal’s Epic Universe: The Game Changer of 2025
One of the most anticipated theme park openings in decades, Universal’s Epic Universe is set to redefine what a theme park can be. Built with multiple “worlds within a world,” each land offers fully immersive environments, unique dining, and—most importantly—some serious thrills.
Among the headline rides is a dual-track coaster designed for speed, competition, and airtime—perfect for adrenaline junkies. Guests will also explore a fantasy island filled with dragons, ride through a futuristic monster lab, and dive into a magical world inspired by classic wizardry. Gaming fans will love the interactive rides and next-gen coaster tech in the video game-themed land.
Disney's Magic Evolves: Familiar Favorites with Fresh Twists
Walt Disney World continues its tradition of reinvention, with several major updates arriving in 2025. A beloved space-themed shooting ride is getting a complete overhaul, including sleeker vehicles and more interactive features. Fans of animated royalty can look forward to a revamped log-flume ride based on a modern princess tale, complete with lively music, glowing bayous, and all the charm of New Orleans.
Over in the EPCOT and Hollywood Studios parks, new shows and character-driven experiences are bringing more storytelling to life with cutting-edge technology and impressive visuals.
LEGOLAND Florida: Big Adventures for Little Builders
Tailored for younger visitors (but loved by adults too), LEGOLAND Florida is rolling out a series of hands-on, imagination-fueled attractions this year. Kids can now build custom race cars and test them on high-speed tracks or hop on a new river journey filled with LEGO pirates and hidden treasures.
There's also a major emphasis on interactive zones where kids can learn through play, combining classic LEGO fun with real-world mechanics and motion.
Other Standout Attractions Across Orlando
In addition to the major parks, other local attractions are stepping up their game in 2025. Water parks are debuting high-thrill slides with trap doors and near-vertical drops. Several indoor experience centers are blending escape room elements with theme park-level sets, giving visitors a chance to be part of movie-style missions.
Nighttime events across parks have also become must-see experiences, with drone shows, live music, and immersive projections lighting up the skies almost every evening.
The Bottom Line
If you’re planning a trip to Orlando, 2025 might just be the best year yet. With massive expansions, all-new lands, next-gen rides, and unforgettable experiences across every major park, there’s never been more to see, do, and scream your lungs out over. Whether you’re chasing thrills, meeting favorite characters, or stepping into entire new worlds—Orlando has something for every kind of theme park fan.