Enjoy exclusive Volcano Bay time under the stars with DJs and characters at Volcano Bay Nights! Find out all the details on this separately ticketed event inside! For 2026, Volcano Bay Nights will run on select nights from May 3 through August 21, 2026.

[Originally posted on August 14, 2025, updated on March 10, 2026]

What is Volcano Bay Nights?

Volcano Bay Nights is a separate ticketed event held on select nights that features exclusive ride time on select attractions, DJs, and character meet and greets. The event has a limited capacity, guaranteeing more space, lower waits, and more chair options. VB Nights runs from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with guests able to enter the park as early as 4:00 p.m.

The event is run on select days from May through August:

• May 3
• May 10
• May 17
• May 22
• May 31
• June 5
• June 12
• June 18
• June 25
• July 10
• July 17
• August 7
• August 14
• August 21

How Much is Volcano Bay Nights?

Tickets are $99 per person plus tax for all guests. This is only $20 more than the normal ticket price of $79 per person, so we consider this a good deal. Tickets are sold online or by calling 407-224-7840.

Pro-Tip: Annual Passholders receive a 10% discount on VB Nights tickets.

What is Included with Admission to Volcano Bay Nights?

⭐️ Complimentary self-parking
⭐️ Free Coca-Cola Freestyle cup with refills for that day at Volcano Bay. Yes you can reuse the mug in the parks!
⭐️ Complementary small bites. In 2025, Universal offered the following:

• Churro Bites with mango or chocolate dipping sauce
• Popcorn in Golden Pipeapple or Coconut flavors

⭐️ Beach Bash at Waturi Beach (in front of the big volcano) with live DJ and family activities
⭐️ Low wait times on select attractions:

• 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 Wai Winding River
• Runamukka Reef

⭐️ Kohola Reef Restaurant & Social Club is open for food and drink purchases during the event.

Are Cabanas Available?

Yes, you can purchase a cabana for Volcano Bay Nights the day of the event on a first come, first served basis starting at $280 plus tax. If you are interested in a cabana head immediatley to the concierges upon entry.

Should I Go to Volcano Bay Nights?

Volcano Bay Nights is a great way to experience the park during a cooler time of day with shorter waits for the Krakatau Water Coaster. The complementary food is a good touch, but is only available in sample portions. The DJ and characters are a huge hit with families and the lazy river was especially quiet. If you want to try out Volcano Bay but not spend a whole park day there then consider Volcano Bay Nights.

TouringPlans Touring Tips

With low crowds and cool temperatures, we find VB Nights to be an easy tour of the park. We suggest arriving at 4:00 pm to take advantage of any attractions not open during the event and knock out any slides with low waits. Then once the party starts, experience the Krakatau Water Coaster when lines are short and enjoy the lazy river through the volcano!

Are you attending Volcano Bay Nights? Comment below!

[Originally posted on August 14, 2025, updated on March 10, 2026]