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Universal's 2027 Military Freedom Pass Goes on Sale at $235, Up $15, With the Volcano Bay Version Held Until April 1
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Universal's 2027 Military Freedom Pass Goes on Sale at $235, Up $15, With the Volcano Bay Version Held Until April 1

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Universal Orlando's military annual pass is back for 2027, and it costs $15 more per adult this time. In a press release dated Thursday, November 12, Universal said that "Beginning today, eligible service members can purchase the 2027 Military Freedom Pass Promotional Ticket for access to Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure now through December 23, 2027."

The two-park pass is $235 per adult and $230 per child. A year ago, the 2026 version launched at $220, according to FOX 35 Orlando and Blog Mickey.

A smiling family of four, two adults and two children, hug in front of the Universal globe, with mist from its fountain drifting behind them and palm trees in the distance

The image Universal released with its 2027 military offers. Photo: Universal Orlando Resort

The prices

  • 2027 Military Freedom Pass Promotional Ticket (Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure, park-to-park): $235 per adult, $230 per child, on sale now.
  • 2027 Military Freedom Pass Ticket with Volcano Bay (adds Universal Volcano Bay): $270 per adult, $265 per child, available beginning April 1, 2027.

Both are valid through December 23, 2027. Last year's pass ran through December 18, 2026, per FOX 35 and Blog Mickey, so the new one runs five days later into the holidays.

Volcano Bay has to wait

Last year, the three-park version was part of the launch: FOX 35 and Blog Mickey both reported in November 2025 that service members could add Volcano Bay for $35 more. This time, Universal says the Volcano Bay option will be available "Beginning April 1, 2027, when Volcano Bay reopens following its seasonal closure." The water park has been closed for maintenance since October 26, and Universal's release says it reopens April 1.

The gap between the two versions is $35 per adult again ($235 versus $270), and each adult price is $15 higher than its 2026 counterpart ($220 and $255).

Elevated view of Universal's Volcano Bay in warm low light, with the Krakatau volcano towering over turquoise pools, green and orange water slides and thatched huts, and city buildings on the horizon

Krakatau and Volcano Bay. The Volcano Bay version of the pass becomes available April 1, 2027. Photo: Universal Orlando Resort

Epic Universe and blockout dates

Universal Epic Universe is not included in the pass. Instead, Universal says active Military Freedom Passholders can buy "specially priced 1-Day tickets" to Epic Universe. The release does not give that price.

Blockout dates apply, and Universal says they include December 25, 2026 through January 3, 2027, and March 22 through March 29, 2027.

Where to buy

Eligible buyers need valid military ID and must purchase the pass at an authorized military ticket outlet in the U.S. "The pass is not available for purchase at the Universal Orlando Front Gate," the release says. Service members can also call 1-877-801-9720 or visit their authorized Military Ticket Office.

Two military vacation packages

Universal is also offering two packages, both with the Freedom Pass and a stay at one of Universal Orlando's 11 hotels:

  • Military Create Your Own Vacation Package: four nights at a Universal Orlando hotel. Arrivals through March 31, 2027 get the two-park pass, and arrivals from April 1 through December 23, 2027 get the version with Volcano Bay. It includes Early Park Admission to select attractions up to one hour before park opening and complimentary transportation to the theme parks and Universal CityWalk.
  • The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Military Vacation Package: five nights, the two-park pass and Early Park Admission to select attractions at one of the theme parks, plus a Florean Fortescue's Ice Cream Flight in Diagon Alley (choice of four flavors) and one Honeydukes Cooler Tote, breakfast at The Leaky Cauldron in Universal Studios Florida and at Three Broomsticks in Universal Islands of Adventure (one per person each), and one Shutterbutton's Photography Studio session in Diagon Alley.

Sources

Image credits: Both photos by Universal Orlando Resort.

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