Universal Orlando Resort recently dropped the full lineup of special events in 2025 — and one particular event caught our eye. An all-new, separately ticketed nighttime event is hoppening at Universal Volcano Bay on select nights in April and May! Universal Volcano Bay Nights features nighttime lighting, reduced wait times, unique entertainment and character greetings. Mark your calendars: Universal Volcano Bay Nights takes place April 12 and 26, and May 3, 10 and 17, 2025, and tickets are available now. Keep reading for everything we know about this wet and wild new event!
Volcano Bay Nights Dates and Times
Grab your swimsuits! Volcano Bay Nights takes place April 12 and 26 and May 3, 10 and 17, 2025. Guests may arrive as early as 4 p.m. to enjoy additional attractions with non-exclusive access. Exclusive access to the event and below attractions will be available from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tickets are available for purchase for $99 plus tax per person and parking is included for the event. (Universal Orlando Passholders receive a 10% discount off the ticketed price of the experience with a valid Annual or Seasonal pass and valid photo ID.)
Rides Available at Volcano Bay Nights
Krakatau Volcano after dark is a sight to behold. At Volcano Bay Nights, you'll be able to experience unfrogettable views of the park's centerpiece from 10 different attractions — all with shorter wait times (our three favorite words)! Here are the rides that operate during this exclusive nighttime event:
- Krakatau Aqua Coaster
- Ko'okiri Body Plunge
- Kala and Tai Nui Serpentine Body Slides
- Ohyah of Ohyah and Ohno Drop Slides
- Ohno of Ohyah and Ohno Drop Slides
- Honu of Honu ika Moana
- ika Moana of Honu ika Moana
- Waturi Beach
- Kopiko Wait Winding River
- Runamukka Reef
Attractions are subject to availability and change without notice.
Entertainment at Volcano Bay Nights
Take a break from the thrills and get ready to experience the ultimate beach bash. At Volcano Bay Nights, you'll be able to dance along Waturi Beach with a live DJ and take part in nostalgic games, such as hula hoop and limbo under the stars.
You'll also get to meet some of the beloved characters from your favorite DreamWorks Animation films, such as Shrek, Fiona, Puss in Boots and Kitty Soft Paws from "Shrek," King Julien and Alex from "Madagascar" and Poppy, Branch and Guy Diamond from "Trolls." During the event, you can find them wandering the front half of the park and on Waturi Beach!
Festive Bites at Volcano Bay Nights
Prepare to indulge your taste buds in delicious complimentary island treats at Kohola Reef Restaurant & Social Club:
- Spicy Island Shrimp: Spiced shrimp with pineapple vinaigrette blue jasmine rice, mango cucumber salsa, crips plantain and sriracha Thai chili sauce
- Cheesy Cliffside Seashell Pasta: Cliffside seashell pasta with parmesan and white cheddar cheese
Plus, upon check-in, you'll receive a complimentary Volcano Bay Freestyle Souvenir Cup to enjoy more than 100 drink choices and refills throughout the event!
Be on the lookout for additional food and beverages available for purchase at select locations, including specialty menu items Koka Poroka Ice Cream Kona (and other stands around the park). We were so hoppy to see our favorite swamp snacks and troll treats over at Volcano Bay, including the Frozen Ogre and Chonkey Donkey pops, Shrekzel, Swamp Dog and Poppy-licious Pink and BroZone Berry ice cream cones.
You'll also find the Volcano Boba at Dancing Dragons Boat Bar. This refreshing mocktail is made with pineapple juice, coconut water, blue curaçao and bursting mango boba.
Volcano Bay Nights Cabanas
Want to elevate your Volcano Bay Nights experience? You're in luck! Private cabanas are available to purchase for the event, starting at $249.99. Private cabanas must be booked in-park at the concierge huts on the day of the event and are first-come, first-served.
Will you be attending Volcano Bay Nights? If so, don't froget to book a Volcano Bay view room at Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort to truly maximize everything about this event. Kia ora!
Related: Our Insider's Guide to Universal Volcano Bay
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