On November 12, Universal Orlando released its 2027 military offers, and the big one is back: the 2027 Military Freedom Pass. It works a lot like an annual pass for eligible service members and their families, with repeat visits to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure all the way through December 23, 2027.
I've completed Universal's travel agent training, and I've been planning theme park vacations since 2010. Here's what the 2027 pass costs, what it doesn't cover (Epic Universe is the big one), and how I'd plan around it.
| 2027 Ticket | Adult (10+) | Child (3-9) | Parks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Freedom Pass | $235 | $230 | Universal Studios Florida + Islands of Adventure, park-to-park |
| Military Freedom Pass with Volcano Bay | $270 | $265 | Adds Volcano Bay; on sale starting April 1, 2027 |
That's $15 more per adult than the 2026 pass ($220), but it pays off quickly if you visit more than once.
The Volcano Bay version won't be sold until April 1, 2027, when the water park reopens after its seasonal closure.
You can use the 2027 pass now through December 23, 2027, except on these blockout dates:
Separately ticketed events like Halloween Horror Nights aren't included, and neither is parking.
No. Neither version includes Universal Epic Universe. Instead, active Freedom Passholders can buy specially priced 1-day Epic Universe tickets. Universal hasn't posted the 2027 add-on price yet, so check it before you budget.
One helpful change for 2027: the military member can activate the whole party's passes online before you arrive, so you can set up the Epic tickets ahead of time. If you're deciding how much time to give the new park, read my take on whether Epic Universe is worth it.
Universal's military partners list these eligible service members:
Veterans who aren't retired or 100% disabled don't qualify. The eligible member can buy and activate up to six passes, and one of them must be for the member or spouse. Each pass must be used by the same person every visit.
This is the part that surprises people: you can't buy the Freedom Pass at Universal's front gate or on Universal's regular ticket page. It's sold only through authorized military ticket offices in the U.S., like your base ITT/MWR office or Shades of Green, with valid military ID.
If you want a hotel too, Universal has two military packages, and both include the 2027 Freedom Pass:
Here's my short Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando video on my Fun Park Go YouTube channel.
Compare the hotels in my Universal Orlando hotels guide, and see how Universal Orlando Early Admission works.
Traveling with grandparents or friends who don't qualify, or more than six people? For regular Universal Orlando tickets, I recommend Get Away Today's Universal Orlando discount tickets. Use promo code FunParkGo for $10 off a package. Undercover Tourist is another reputable discount seller. More ways to save are in my guide to cheap Universal Studios Orlando tickets.
How much is the 2027 Universal Military Freedom Pass?
$235 for adults and $230 for kids ages 3 to 9 for the 2-park pass. The Volcano Bay version is $270 and $265, sold starting April 1, 2027.
What are the 2027 Military Freedom Pass blockout dates?
December 25, 2026 through January 3, 2027, and March 22 through March 29, 2027.
Does the Military Freedom Pass include Epic Universe?
No. Active passholders can buy specially priced 1-day Epic Universe tickets separately.
Want help pairing the Freedom Pass with a Universal hotel, adding Epic Universe or splitting your trip with Disney? Our planning is free, and I love helping military families. Contact Fun Park Go and let's start planning.
Prefer to book yourself? For a regular (non-military) trip, you can book a theme park vacation package online with Funjet.
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Photo: “The Universal globe and fountain” by ThrillZing via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY 4.0; cropped and resized.
