{"id":39039,"date":"2025-11-13T20:15:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T00:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/?p=39039"},"modified":"2025-12-13T15:42:54","modified_gmt":"2025-12-13T19:42:54","slug":"the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/","title":{"rendered":"The 2026 Universal Orlando Resort Militaty Freedom Pass"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Universal_Orlando_Resort_Announces_Its_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass_%E2%80%93_More_Than_a_Year_of_Fun_for_One_Low_Price\"><\/span>Universal Orlando Resort Announces Its 2026 Military Freedom Pass \u2013 More Than a Year of Fun for One Low Price<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Universal Orlando Resort has officially announced its 2026 Military Freedom Pass, and it\u2019s another huge win for eligible U.S. military families.<\/strong><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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Price<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Whats_New_for_the_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >What\u2019s New for the 2026 Military Freedom Pass?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#2026_Freedom_Pass_Details\" >2026 Freedom Pass Details<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Offer_Dates_Validity\" >Offer Dates &amp; Validity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Blockout_Dates_for_2026\" >Blockout Dates for 2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#2026_Freedom_Pass_Types\" >2026 Freedom Pass Types<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#2-Park_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#3-Park_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#2026_Freedom_Pass_Prices\" >2026 Freedom Pass Prices<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Who_Is_Eligible_for_the_2026_Freedom_Pass\" >Who Is Eligible for the 2026 Freedom Pass?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#How_Many_2026_Freedom_Passes_Can_You_Buy\" >How Many 2026 Freedom Passes Can You Buy?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Where_and_How_to_Buy_the_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\" >Where and How to Buy the 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Important_The_2026_Freedom_Pass_Is_Not_an_Annual_Pass\" >Important: The 2026 Freedom Pass Is Not an Annual Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Epic_Universe_Special_1-Day_Tickets_for_2026_Freedom_Pass_Holders\" >Epic Universe: Special 1-Day Tickets for 2026 Freedom Pass Holders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#2026_Universal_Orlando_Military_Vacation_Packages\" >2026 Universal Orlando Military Vacation Packages<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Military_Create_Your_Own_Vacation_Package\" >Military Create Your Own Vacation Package<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#The_Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_Exclusive_Military_Vacation_Package\" >The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Military Vacation Package<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#How_to_Use_Your_2026_Freedom_Pass\" >How to Use Your 2026 Freedom Pass<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Is_the_2026_Freedom_Pass_Right_for_Your_Family\" >Is the 2026 Freedom Pass Right for Your Family?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Links_to_More_Freedom_Pass_Information\" >Links to More Freedom Pass Information<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Use_a_Military_Expert_for_Your_Universal_Studios_Vacation\" >Use a Military Expert for Your Universal Studios Vacation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#Check_Out_My_Universal_Site_Just_for_the_Military_Community\" >Check Out My Universal Site Just for the Military Community<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#FAQ_Universal_Orlando_Resort_2026_Freedom_Pass_Military\" >FAQ: Universal Orlando Resort 2026 Freedom Pass (Military)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/the-2026-universal-orlando-resort-militaty-freedom-pass\/#How-To_Buy_Use_the_2026_Freedom_Pass_Quick_Guide\" >How-To: Buy &amp; Use the 2026 Freedom Pass (Quick Guide)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The 2026 Freedom Pass works like an <strong>unlimited-use ticket<\/strong> that you can use again and again throughout the offer period\u2014almost like a Universal annual pass, but <strong>without<\/strong> the usual Annual Pass extras like free parking or in-park food and merch discounts.<\/p>\n<p>For 2026, eligible service members can choose between a <strong>2-Park<\/strong> or <strong>3-Park<\/strong> Military Freedom Pass valid for <strong>Universal Studios Florida<\/strong>, <strong>Universal Islands of Adventure<\/strong>, and (with the 3-Park option) <strong>Universal Volcano Bay<\/strong>. Passes are valid from <strong>November 13, 2025 through December 18, 2026<\/strong>, with limited blockout dates.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33427\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute.jpg\" alt=\"Universal Orlando Resort Military Freedom Pass Announcement\" width=\"800\" height=\"523\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute-600x392.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-Sallute-768x502.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>On top of that, Universal is offering <strong>specially priced 1-Day Universal Epic Universe tickets<\/strong> exclusively for guests who have an <strong>activated 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong>, plus military vacation packages and hotel deals \u2013 including offers that can save up to <strong>40% at select Universal Orlando hotels<\/strong>, such as Universal\u2019s Cabana Bay Beach Resort, on qualifying packages.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_New_for_the_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>What\u2019s New for the 2026 Military Freedom Pass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Here\u2019s a quick look at the biggest changes for 2026 compared to 2025:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>New valid dates:<\/strong> The 2026 Freedom Pass is valid for admission from <strong>November 13, 2025, through December 18, 2026<\/strong> (once activated), giving you more than a full year of potential park days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Slight price increase:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass:<\/strong> $220 Adult \/ $215 Child ($10 increase)<\/li>\n<li><strong>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass:<\/strong> $255 Adult \/ $250 Child ($15 increase)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Updated blockout dates:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>All passes are blocked <strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026,<\/strong> and <strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>3-Park<\/strong> pass has an additional blockout for <strong>Volcano Bay only<\/strong> from <strong>October 26, 2026, to December 18, 2026<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Epic Universe access:<\/strong> 2026 continues the option to buy specially priced <strong>1-Day Epic Universe tickets<\/strong>, but now the park is fully open and being promoted as Universal\u2019s brand-new, award-winning theme park. These special tickets are available <strong>only<\/strong> to guests who already have an <strong>activated 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The core idea hasn\u2019t changed: for many military families, this is still one of the <strong>best-value theme park tickets available anywhere<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-19983 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon.jpg\" alt=\"Universal Orlando Resort 2026 Freedom Pass - Military Ticket\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Universal-Orlando-Harry-Potter-Dragon-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2026_Freedom_Pass_Details\"><\/span>2026 Freedom Pass Details<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offer_Dates_Validity\"><\/span>Offer Dates &amp; Validity<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Tickets available for purchase:<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>November 13, 2025 \u2013 December 18, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Valid for park admission:<\/strong><br \/>\nThrough and including <strong>December 18, 2026<\/strong> (subject to blockout dates below).<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Blockout_Dates_for_2026\"><\/span>Blockout Dates for 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><strong>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass blockout dates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass blockout dates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>October 26, 2026 \u2013 December 18, 2026 (Volcano Bay only)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: The last 2 years (2024 and 2025), Universal Orlando has removed their Spring blockout dates well in advance!<\/em><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re planning a big 2026 trip, pay special attention to that late-October through mid-December Volcano Bay blockout on the 3-Park pass\u2014it doesn\u2019t affect the two main theme parks, but does matter if your family loves water park days.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2026_Freedom_Pass_Types\"><\/span>2026 Freedom Pass Types<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Just like in previous years, there are <strong>two versions<\/strong> of the Freedom Pass: a <strong>2-Park<\/strong> and a <strong>3-Park<\/strong> option. Both are <strong>Park-to-Park<\/strong>, meaning you can hop between the included parks on the same day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-Park_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong> allows admission on the same day to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Universal Studios Florida<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Islands of Adventure<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This is the classic \u201cdo the two main parks all year\u201d option.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-Park_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <strong>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong> allows admission on the same day to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Universal Studios Florida<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Islands of Adventure<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Volcano Bay<\/strong> water theme park<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can visit all three parks on the same day when Volcano Bay is not blocked out.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2026_Freedom_Pass_Prices\"><\/span>2026 Freedom Pass Prices<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For 2026, Universal has nudged the prices up slightly, but the pass still offers <strong>huge per-day savings<\/strong> if you\u2019ll visit multiple times.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>2-Park \u201c2026 Military Freedom Pass\u201d<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>$220 Adult<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>$215 Child (ages 3\u20139)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>3-Park \u201c2026 Military Freedom Pass\u201d<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>$255 Adult<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>$250 Child (ages 3\u20139)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Considering that these passes can be used over and over again across more than a year of eligibility dates (outside blockouts), the <strong>effective daily price<\/strong> can drop incredibly low compared to regular military tickets or gate pricing.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Is_Eligible_for_the_2026_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>Who Is Eligible for the 2026 Freedom Pass?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-33428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"245\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid-600x184.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid-300x92.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Universal-Orlando-Resort-Captain-America-and-Kid-768x235.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Universal is very specific about who <strong>is<\/strong> and who is <strong>not<\/strong> eligible for this particular offer.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Eligible Service Members include:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Active Duty<\/strong> members of the U.S. Armed Forces<\/li>\n<li><strong>Reservists<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>National Guard<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Retired<\/strong> members of all branches of the U.S. Military<\/li>\n<li><strong>100% Disabled Veterans<\/strong> (with a qualifying military ID)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spouses<\/strong> of the above (with a qualifying military ID)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Current Department of Defense Civilian personnel<\/strong> with a valid qualifying DEERS-issued photo ID<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Not eligible to purchase:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>NOAA<\/li>\n<li>U.S. Public Health Service<\/li>\n<li>Department of Homeland Security<\/li>\n<li>Divorced spouses<\/li>\n<li>Child dependents<\/li>\n<li>Contractors<\/li>\n<li>Foreign affiliates<\/li>\n<li>DoD Civilian (Retired)<\/li>\n<li>Any Veterans who are <strong>not<\/strong> retired and <strong>not<\/strong> 100% disabled<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As always, this Freedom Pass eligibility is different from some other Disney and Universal military offers, so if you fall into one of the edge categories, double-check my main <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/universal-orlando-military-discount-eligibility\/\">Universal Orlando Military Discount Eligibility<\/a> page and the official Universal wording for your situation.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_2026_Freedom_Passes_Can_You_Buy\"><\/span>How Many 2026 Freedom Passes Can You Buy?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Each <strong>Eligible Military Member<\/strong> and\/or their spouses can:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Exchange a <strong>maximum of six (6) 2026 Military Freedom Passes<\/strong> at the front gate \/ Guest Services or a Universal Vacation Planning desk at an on-site or partner hotel.<\/li>\n<li>One of those six tickets <strong>must be used by the Eligible Military Member or the spouse<\/strong> themselves. Tickets are <strong>non-transferable<\/strong> and must always be used by the same person.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you don\u2019t buy all six at once, you can later return to the <strong>same military ticket office<\/strong> where you made the original purchase to buy the remaining passes (up to the max of six). You\u2019ll need to show your <strong>original 2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong> and your valid DEERS-issued ID again, and then exchange the new tickets at Universal just like the first time.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-6897 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Universal-Orlando-Military-Salute.jpg\" alt=\"Universal Orlando Resort Military Salute\" width=\"570\" height=\"127\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Universal-Orlando-Military-Salute.jpg 570w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Universal-Orlando-Military-Salute-300x67.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/10\/Universal-Orlando-Military-Salute-540x120.jpg 540w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 570px) 100vw, 570px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_and_How_to_Buy_the_2026_Military_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>Where and How to Buy the 2026 Military Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The 2026 Freedom Pass is <strong>not sold at the Universal Orlando front gate or online<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>You can only buy these tickets at <strong>authorized Military Ticket &amp; Travel Offices<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your <strong>Base Ticket Office \/ ITT<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Shades of Green<\/strong>\u2019s ticket office (when they carry the offer)<\/li>\n<li>Other authorized military sales outlets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>When you buy, you\u2019ll receive <strong>Universal Orlando Military Promotional Tickets<\/strong> that must be <strong>presented and exchanged<\/strong> at:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Universal\u2019s <strong>Front Gate Ticket<\/strong> or <strong>Guest Services windows<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>Universal Vacation Planning \/ Destination Universal<\/strong> desk at Universal Orlando Resort Hotels or partner hotels.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For the exchange, an <strong>Eligible Military Member<\/strong> with <strong>valid DEERS-issued photo ID<\/strong> must be present to conduct the exchange for the entire order.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_The_2026_Freedom_Pass_Is_Not_an_Annual_Pass\"><\/span>Important: The 2026 Freedom Pass Is <em>Not<\/em> an Annual Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Universal explicitly states that the <strong>2026 Military Freedom Pass is not a Universal Orlando Annual Pass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>That means, unless otherwise noted, Freedom Pass holders are <strong>not entitled<\/strong> to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Free or discounted parking<\/li>\n<li>Food or merchandise discounts<\/li>\n<li>Annual Passholder lounges<\/li>\n<li>Special AP events or bonuses<\/li>\n<li>Built-in Early Park Admission<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Freedom Pass is all about <strong>deeply discounted park admission<\/strong>. If you\u2019re local and will pay for parking every visit, or you really want all of the AP perks, it\u2019s worth comparing the math between a <strong>Freedom Pass<\/strong> and a regular <strong>Universal Annual Pass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, if you\u2019re <strong>flying in and staying on-site<\/strong>, using Universal resort transportation and not paying for parking, the Freedom Pass is usually a <strong>slam-dunk value<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Epic_Universe_Special_1-Day_Tickets_for_2026_Freedom_Pass_Holders\"><\/span>Epic Universe: Special 1-Day Tickets for 2026 Freedom Pass Holders<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Universal-Epic-Universe-Lands-and-Hotels.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-35464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Universal-Epic-Universe-Lands-and-Hotels.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Universal-Epic-Universe-Lands-and-Hotels.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Universal-Epic-Universe-Lands-and-Hotels-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Universal-Epic-Universe-Lands-and-Hotels-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>Universal Epic Universe<\/strong> is Universal Orlando\u2019s brand-new, headline-grabbing theme park, and for 2026, Universal is offering <strong>special 1-Day Epic Universe tickets<\/strong> that are <strong>only available if you already have an activated 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-military-discounts\/2026-epic-universe-1-day-add-on-for-the-universal-military-freedom-pass-full-details-eligibility\/\">1-Day Epic Universe add-on<\/a> works for 2026:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You must have an <strong>activated<\/strong> 2-Park or 3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass.<\/li>\n<li>Add-on <strong>1-Day Epic Universe tickets are date-specific<\/strong>, and quantities are <strong>limited each day<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>The add-on functions just like a <strong>1-Day park ticket<\/strong>, but instead of being a separate ticket, it\u2019s <strong>associated directly with your Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Prices and availability <strong>vary by date<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>You can buy add-on tickets for <strong>multiple different days<\/strong>, but you can only purchase <strong>one add-on ticket per date per 2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each purchase transaction is limited to <strong>six (6) tickets<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These Epic Universe tickets are a great way to layer a <strong>\u201cbig one-day splurge\u201d<\/strong> at Universal\u2019s newest park on top of the year-long Freedom Pass value.<\/p>\n<p>Also see my dedicated Epic Universe page here:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/universal-orlando-epic-universe-military-discounts\/\"><strong>Universal Orlando Epic Universe Military Discounts<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2026_Universal_Orlando_Military_Vacation_Packages\"><\/span>2026 Universal Orlando Military Vacation Packages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Universal continues to offer <strong>military-focused vacation packages<\/strong> that bundle your Freedom Pass with on-site Universal hotel stays and extra perks.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_37131\" style=\"width: 810px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-37131\" class=\"size-full wp-image-37131\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Universal-Orlando-Endless-Summer-Dockside-Resort-Pool-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-37131\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Universal&#8217;s Endless Summer Dockside Resort<\/p><\/div>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Military_Create_Your_Own_Vacation_Package\"><\/span>Military Create Your Own Vacation Package<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This package includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>4-night<\/strong> hotel accommodations at a Universal Orlando hotel, including:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Stella Nova Resort<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Universal Terra Luna Resort<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Other participating Universal Orlando hotels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Early Park Admission<\/strong> to select attractions at one park, up to <strong>one hour<\/strong> before regular opening<\/li>\n<li>Complimentary transportation to the <strong>theme parks<\/strong> and <strong>Universal CityWalk<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Wizarding_World_of_Harry_Potter_Exclusive_Military_Vacation_Package\"><\/span>The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Military Vacation Package<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This package includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>5-night<\/strong> hotel accommodations at a Universal Orlando hotel<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Early Park Admission<\/strong> to select attractions<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>Florean Fortescue\u2019s Ice Cream Flight<\/strong> in Diagon Alley (choose four flavors) plus a <strong>Honeydukes Cooler Tote<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron<\/strong> (Universal Studios Florida) \u2013 one per person<\/li>\n<li><strong>Breakfast at the Three Broomsticks<\/strong> (Islands of Adventure) \u2013 one per person<\/li>\n<li><strong>One Shutterbutton\u2019s Photography Studio session<\/strong> in Diagon Alley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To book either military vacation package, Universal directs eligible service members to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call <strong>1-877-801-9720<\/strong>, or<\/li>\n<li>Work through an authorized <strong>Military Ticket &amp; Travel Office<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Use_Your_2026_Freedom_Pass\"><\/span>How to Use Your 2026 Freedom Pass<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Verified your eligibility<\/li>\n<li>Chosen 2-Park vs. 3-Park<\/li>\n<li>Purchased your Freedom Pass vouchers at a military ticket office<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Your next steps will look like this:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Exchange your vouchers<\/strong> at Universal\u2019s front gate, Guest Services, or a Universal Vacation Planning desk with a valid DEERS-issued photo ID. An Eligible Military Member must be present for the exchange and <strong>must use one of the tickets themselves<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Your Freedom Pass will then be <strong>activated<\/strong> and good through <strong>December 18, 2026<\/strong> (outside blockouts).<\/li>\n<li>Use your pass to enter the parks as often as you like during the valid period and on days that are <strong>not blocked out<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For deeper step-by-step help, I also have dedicated guides on my Universal site:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-military-discounts\/how-to-use-universal-orlandos-freedom-pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>How to Use Universal Orlando\u2019s Freedom Pass<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/safeguarding-your-universal-orlando-freedom-passes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Safeguarding Your Universal Orlando Freedom Passes<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/whats-the-right-military-discounted-universal-orlando-ticket-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>What\u2019s the Right Universal Orlando Military Ticket for Me?<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_the_2026_Freedom_Pass_Right_for_Your_Family\"><\/span>Is the 2026 Freedom Pass Right for Your Family?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Freedom Pass is usually a <strong>home run<\/strong> for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Families visiting for <strong>one long 5\u201310 day trip<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Families planning <strong>two or more shorter trips<\/strong> within the valid period<\/li>\n<li>Guests who <strong>fly in<\/strong>, stay at a Universal hotel, and use resort\/park transportation instead of paying for parking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You might want to run the numbers carefully if:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You live locally and would pay <strong>daily parking<\/strong> every visit<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019re planning to rely heavily on <strong>Annual Passholder discounts and perks<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In many cases, even for a single longer trip, the Freedom Pass can be <strong>cheaper<\/strong> than regular military-discounted Universal tickets, thanks to the extended validity and low per-day cost.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Links_to_More_Freedom_Pass_Information\"><\/span>Links to More Freedom Pass Information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/disney-military-discounts\/universal-orlando-military-discount-eligibility\/\"><strong>Universal Orlando Military Discount Eligibility<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-military-discounts\/how-to-use-universal-orlandos-freedom-pass\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to Use Universal Orlando&#8217;s Freedom Pass<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/safeguarding-your-universal-orlando-freedom-passes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Safeguarding your Universal Orlando Freedom Passes<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-military-tickets\/whats-the-right-military-discounted-universal-orlando-ticket-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What\u2019s the Right Military Discounted Universal Orlando Ticket?<\/a> (external link)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Use_a_Military_Expert_for_Your_Universal_Studios_Vacation\"><\/span>Use a Military Expert for Your Universal Studios Vacation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>As I noted above, a package is often the best way to go for many families, especially when you combine the 2026 Freedom Pass with Universal\u2019s military room discounts and Early Park Admission perks.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_13093\" style=\"width: 510px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-vacations-by-jen-knows-the-mouse\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-13093\" class=\"wp-image-13093 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Universal-Studios-Military-Travel-Agent-Lg.jpg\" alt=\"Use a Military Expert for your Universal Studios Vacation at No Extra Cost!\" width=\"500\" height=\"335\" data-wp-pid=\"13093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Universal-Studios-Military-Travel-Agent-Lg.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Universal-Studios-Military-Travel-Agent-Lg-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Universal-Studios-Military-Travel-Agent-Lg-448x300.jpg 448w, https:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/Universal-Studios-Military-Travel-Agent-Lg-400x268.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-13093\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Use a Military Expert for your Universal Studios Vacation at No Extra Cost!<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Jen Novak is Military Disney Tips&#8217; Recommended Universal Studios Travel Agent! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.militarydisneytips.com\/blog\/universal-studios-vacations-by-jen-knows-the-mouse\/\">Just click this link to get your Quote<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Check_Out_My_Universal_Site_Just_for_the_Military_Community\"><\/span>Check Out My Universal Site Just for the Military Community<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Due to the popularity of my posts regarding the Universal Orlando Resort here on MDT, I&#8217;ve started a new site dedicated to Universal Orlando and the U.S. Military.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find all the same kind of content that you do here on MDT, except dedicated to Universal.<\/p>\n<p><strong>So click over to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Orlando for the Military<\/a> to check it out!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>There you&#8217;ll find info on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-military-discounted-tickets-overview\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Orlando&#8217;s Military Tickets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resorts-theme-parks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Orlando&#8217;s Theme Parks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Orlando&#8217;s Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandomilitary.com\/universal-orlando-resort-transportation\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Universal Orlando&#8217;s Transportation<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandoguide.com\/travel-tips\/what-to-wear-to-universal-studios-orlando-2022\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">What to Wear in Universal&#8217;s Parks<\/a> (external link)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlandoguide.com\/universal-orlando-attractions\/40-movies-to-watch-before-your-trip-to-universal-orlando-resort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">40 Movies to Watch Before Your Trip to Universal Orlando Resort<\/a> (external link)<\/p>\n<p><!-- ========================= VISIBLE FAQ (HTML) ========================= --><\/p>\n<section id=\"faq-uor-freedom-2026\" aria-labelledby=\"faq-uor-freedom-2026-heading\">\n<h2 id=\"faq-uor-freedom-2026-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ_Universal_Orlando_Resort_2026_Freedom_Pass_Military\"><\/span>FAQ: Universal Orlando Resort 2026 Freedom Pass (Military)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>What is the Universal Orlando 2026 Military Freedom Pass?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe <strong>2026 Military Freedom Pass<\/strong> is an <strong>unlimited-use ticket<\/strong> for eligible military families\u2014like an annual pass <em>without<\/em> typical AP perks (no free parking or in-park discounts). It\u2019s valid for admission from <strong>November 13, 2025 through December 18, 2026<\/strong>, with limited blockout dates.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Which parks are included? Is Epic Universe included?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou choose either a <strong>2-Park<\/strong> or <strong>3-Park<\/strong> Freedom Pass. The 2-Park option includes <strong>Universal Studios Florida<\/strong> and <strong>Universal Islands of Adventure<\/strong>. The 3-Park option adds <strong>Universal Volcano Bay<\/strong>. <strong>Epic Universe is not included<\/strong> as part of the pass itself, but there are <strong>specially priced 1-Day Epic Universe tickets<\/strong> that can be purchased separately <strong>only if you have an activated 2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the 2026 prices?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor 2026, Universal has slightly increased prices while keeping the pass an outstanding value:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>2-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass:<\/strong> $220 Adult \/ $215 Child (ages 3\u20139)<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>3-Park 2026 Military Freedom Pass:<\/strong> $255 Adult \/ $250 Child (ages 3\u20139)<\/p>\n<p><strong>What are the 2026 blockout dates?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor the <strong>2-Park<\/strong> 2026 Military Freedom Pass, blockouts are:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>For the <strong>3-Park<\/strong> 2026 Military Freedom Pass, blockouts are:<\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u2022 <strong>October 26, 2026 \u2013 December 18, 2026 (Volcano Bay only)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Where can I buy the 2026 Freedom Pass?<\/strong><br \/>\nYou can only buy the 2026 Military Freedom Pass at <strong>authorized Military Ticket &amp; Travel Offices<\/strong> such as your <strong>Base Ticket Office \/ ITT<\/strong>, <strong>Shades of Green<\/strong> (when they carry the offer), and other authorized military outlets. The Freedom Pass is <strong>not sold at Universal\u2019s gates or online<\/strong>. You then <strong>exchange<\/strong> the promotional tickets at Universal\u2019s Front Gate, Guest Services, or a Universal Vacation Planning desk.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How many 2026 Freedom Passes can I buy?<\/strong><br \/>\nEach <strong>Eligible Military Member<\/strong> may exchange up to <strong>six (6) 2026 Military Freedom Passes<\/strong>. One of those passes <strong>must be used by the Eligible Military Member<\/strong> themselves. Tickets are <strong>non-transferable<\/strong> and must always be used by the same person. If you don\u2019t buy all six at once, you can return to the <strong>same military ticket office<\/strong> later to purchase the remaining passes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Who\u2019s eligible for the 2026 Freedom Pass?<\/strong><br \/>\nEligible guests include <strong>Active Duty<\/strong>, <strong>Reservists<\/strong>, <strong>National Guard<\/strong>, <strong>Retired U.S. Military<\/strong>, <strong>100% Disabled Veterans<\/strong>, <strong>spouses<\/strong> of the above, and <strong>Department of Defense Civilian personnel<\/strong> with a valid qualifying DEERS-issued photo ID. Not eligible: NOAA, U.S. Public Health Service, Department of Homeland Security, divorced spouses, child dependents, contractors, foreign affiliates, DoD Civilian (Retired), and non-retired\/non-100% disabled veterans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How does activation work?<\/strong><br \/>\nThe tickets you buy at a military office are <strong>promotional vouchers<\/strong>. You must present them at Universal\u2019s Front Gate\/Guest Services or a Universal Vacation Planning desk. An <strong>Eligible Military Member<\/strong> with a valid DEERS-issued photo ID <strong>must be present<\/strong> and will use one of the passes. Once exchanged, your 2026 Freedom Pass is <strong>activated<\/strong> and valid through <strong>December 18, 2026<\/strong> (subject to blockouts).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does the Freedom Pass include parking or Annual Pass discounts?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>No.<\/strong> The 2026 Freedom Pass is admission-only. It <strong>does not<\/strong> include free or discounted parking, in-park food or merchandise discounts, AP lounges, or special AP events. If you\u2019ll be paying daily for parking or want heavy AP perks, compare the total cost of a regular Universal Annual Pass versus the Freedom Pass.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is the 2026 Freedom Pass better than buying regular military-discounted Universal tickets?<\/strong><br \/>\nFor many families, <strong>yes<\/strong>. Because the Freedom Pass is valid from November 13, 2025 through December 18, 2026 (outside blockouts), its <strong>per-day cost can be extremely low<\/strong>, especially if you\u2019ll visit for a longer trip or multiple shorter trips. Always compare totals for your exact dates and party size.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Are special events like Halloween Horror Nights included?<\/strong><br \/>\n<strong>No.<\/strong> Separately ticketed events such as <strong>Halloween Horror Nights<\/strong> are <strong>not included<\/strong> with the 2026 Freedom Pass. You would need to purchase those tickets separately.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can I combine the 2026 Freedom Pass with military room discounts or vacation packages?<\/strong><br \/>\nYes. Universal offers <strong>military room discounts<\/strong> and specific <strong>military vacation packages<\/strong>, including the <strong>Military Create Your Own Vacation Package<\/strong> and <strong>The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Military Vacation Package<\/strong>. These packages pair your 2026 Freedom Pass with Universal hotel stays, <strong>Early Park Admission<\/strong>, and extra in-park experiences.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<p><!-- ========================= VISIBLE HOW-TO (HTML) ========================= --><\/p>\n<section id=\"howto-uor-freedom-2026\" aria-labelledby=\"howto-uor-freedom-2026-heading\">\n<h2 id=\"howto-uor-freedom-2026-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-To_Buy_Use_the_2026_Freedom_Pass_Quick_Guide\"><\/span>How-To: Buy &amp; Use the 2026 Freedom Pass (Quick Guide)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Verify eligibility and count passes.<\/strong> Confirm that you or your spouse qualify (Active Duty, Reserve, Guard, Retired, 100% Disabled Veteran, or DoD Civilian with a qualifying DEERS-issued ID). Decide how many passes you need, up to <strong>six (6) per Eligible Military Member<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Choose your pass type.<\/strong> Pick the <strong>2-Park 2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong> (Universal Studios Florida + Islands of Adventure) or the <strong>3-Park 2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong> (adds Volcano Bay). Remember that <strong>Epic Universe is not included<\/strong>, but can be added separately with <strong>special 1-Day tickets<\/strong> if you have an activated Freedom Pass.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Purchase at an authorized military ticket office.<\/strong> Buy your 2026 promotional tickets from a <strong>Base Ticket Office \/ ITT<\/strong>, <strong>Shades of Green<\/strong> (when available), or another authorized military outlet. You\u2019ll receive <strong>Universal Orlando Military Promotional Tickets<\/strong>, not activated passes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Exchange and activate on arrival.<\/strong> Take your promotional tickets and valid DEERS-issued photo ID to Universal\u2019s <strong>Front Gate<\/strong>, <strong>Guest Services<\/strong>, or a <strong>Universal Vacation Planning<\/strong> desk. An <strong>Eligible Military Member<\/strong> must be present and will use one of the passes. Once exchanged, your <strong>2026 Freedom Pass<\/strong> is activated and valid through <strong>December 18, 2026<\/strong> (subject to blockouts).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plan around blockout dates.<\/strong> Avoid visiting on the listed blockouts:\u2022 All passes: <strong>December 25, 2025 \u2013 January 4, 2026<\/strong> and <strong>March 30, 2026 \u2013 April 6, 2026<\/strong>\u2022 3-Park pass only (Volcano Bay): <strong>October 26, 2026 \u2013 December 18, 2026<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Decide if you want Epic Universe.<\/strong> If you\u2019d like to experience Universal Epic Universe, purchase <strong>specially priced 1-Day Epic Universe tickets<\/strong> tied to your activated 2026 Freedom Pass. These are <strong>date-specific<\/strong>, limited in quantity, and sold as <strong>one add-on ticket per date per pass<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optimize your value.<\/strong> If you\u2019re flying in, staying on-site, and not paying for parking, the Freedom Pass is usually the best deal. 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