Universal Files Permit to Build NEW Attraction in Epic Universe

Universal Epic Universe has barely been open a year, and already, we’re starting to see changes!

“You wonder next which path to chart; The answer lies within your heart”

Of course, we’ve seen restaurant menus change with new snacks added, and merchandise inventory shifts with the seasons, but we’re here to talk about BIG changes. There are some significant updates planned for Epic Universe in the future. How do we know? Well, a new permit was filed!

A new commercial permit was filed for the Epic Universe site on March 23rd, 2026. The description of the permit is “Mass grading, utility points of connection, and re-routes for early work purposes of a future attraction known as Project 680.”

Gate at Epic Universe

What does this mean? Epic Universe will be getting a NEW attraction sometime in the future, and currently it’s being referred to as Project 680. The applicant for the permit is a company called LandDesign, whose past projects include work with SeaWorld Orlando’s parent company and work in the Lake Nona area of Orlando.

UPDATE: The permit has since been removed from the website. We’ll keep you updated with any more changes.

Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Rumors have been flying about expansion plans for Epic Universe since before the park even opened, since there are “expansion pads” of land outside the park’s current boundaries that could be used to add more lands and attractions. Fans have been theorizing what the expansions will be, but no official announcements have come from Universal yet.

Super Nintendo World

A few months ago, we shared some aerial photos of construction beginning in one of the empty lots. That lot is located next to Super Nintendo World, just outside of Celestial Park. Construction materials had been delivered, and some equipment had arrived on-site. It’s not yet certain if this is the construction zone for which the attraction permit was filed.

That lot isn’t the only contender, though. There’s also a sizable lot behind Stardust Racers that could likely connect to either Ministry of Magic or Celestial Park. It has a small zone of access to Isle of Berk as well.