Volcano Bay Goes Fully Cashless
All purchases must now be made via card, Universal Pay, or tap-to-pay methods.
February 25, 2026
A tropical water theme park with virtual queuing and the dramatic Krakatau volcano.
All purchases must now be made via card, Universal Pay, or tap-to-pay methods.
New 6 and 7-day tickets position Universal Orlando as a full-week vacation destination.
The water slides remain behind construction walls past their scheduled reopening with no clear return date.
The water park will close October 26 through March 2027 for wave pool, ride, and filtration system upgrades.