<\/span><\/h3>\nYes. The Freedom Pass is typically valid until mid-to-late December of the named year (for example, December 19, 2025 for the 2025 pass). We expect the 2026 version to run until about December 19, 2026. There are usually limited blockout dates around major holidays. Always confirm before travel.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\n<\/span>How to Get the 2026 Universal Orlando Freedom Pass<\/span><\/h2>\n\n- Confirm eligibility:<\/strong> Make sure you are Active Duty, Retired, Guard\/Reserve, 100% Disabled Veteran, or DoD Civilian (or the eligible spouse).<\/li>\n
- Watch for the announcement:<\/strong> Universal typically announces the next year\u2019s Freedom Pass in early to mid-November, near Veterans Day.<\/li>\n
- Visit your base ticket office:<\/strong> Go to your local ITT\/ITR\/MWR office and request the Universal Orlando Freedom Pass for 2026 once it\u2019s available.<\/li>\n
- Buy the pass:<\/strong> Choose between the 2-Park or 3-Park version. Ask about Epic Universe access so you understand how that works for the year.<\/li>\n
- Activate at Universal:<\/strong> When you arrive in Orlando, you\u2019ll activate your Freedom Pass in person. After activation, you can enter the parks and (historically) you become eligible for the dated 1-day Epic Universe ticket.<\/li>\n
- Enjoy Universal Orlando:<\/strong> Park hop, ride Hogwarts Express, cool off at Volcano Bay, and plan a dedicated day at Epic Universe.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n