Rock the Universe has set its 2027 dates and an 18-artist lineup split across two nights at Universal Studios Florida. Elevation Worship leads Friday, January 22, while Josiah Queen tops Saturday, January 23, giving fans a clear reason to compare the two nights when choosing a ticket.
According to Universal Orlando’s official Rock the Universe 2027 announcement, single-night tickets and Rock Your Weekend packages were scheduled to go on sale September 15. A Sunday worship service on January 24 will close out the weekend.
In This Article
- Full Friday and Saturday lineups
- Single-night and weekend ticket options
- Five confirmed event-night rides
- Sunday worship service returns
- Prices, access terms and set times to confirm
Rock the Universe 2027 Lineup by Night
The Friday lineup leans on Elevation Worship at the top, with Jamie MacDonald, Rave Jesus and Benjamin William Hastings among the other announced acts. Saturday brings Josiah Queen, Katy Nichole and CAIN, plus six more performers.
| Friday, January 22 | Saturday, January 23 |
|---|---|
| Elevation Worship | Josiah Queen |
| Jamie MacDonald | Katy Nichole |
| Rave Jesus | Franni Cash |
| Benjamin William Hastings | CAIN |
| Strings & Heart | Megan Woods |
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| Joseph O’Brien | Peter Burton |
| Maddi Jane | Sam Wesley |
| John Allan | Torey D’Shaun |
Universal has not released stage assignments or set times, so the order shown here should not be read as a performance schedule. Anyone choosing a single night should start with the artists they most want to see. Guests who want both lineups can compare the weekend option once pricing and full terms appear.
Rock the Universe 2027 Tickets: Single-Night or Rock Your Weekend?
Universal’s September 8 announcement identifies single-night tickets and the Rock Your Weekend ticket. The weekend option covers Rock the Universe festivities plus daytime access to Universal’s theme parks, though the announcement does not specify the exact parks, dates or restrictions. Universal’s announcement confirms the broad choices.
A single-night ticket may suit fans planning around one evening’s lineup. Rock Your Weekend is more relevant if you plan to attend both nights and use the daytime park access. Compare the current price and exact admission terms before deciding; the label alone does not show which parks or dates are included.
Universal Studios Florida Rides Open During Rock the Universe
The concerts are the headline, but Universal says select attractions will also operate during the event. The confirmed list includes Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, Revenge of the Mummy, Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem and Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast.
That lineup keeps several major indoor attractions available across Universal Studios Florida. It does not mean every ride or show will be open. Set times will matter, too: a ride break could overlap with an artist a guest came specifically to see.
Rock the Universe 2027 Ticket Prices and Sale Details
Universal said sales for Rock the Universe tickets and vacation packages would begin September 15, 2026. That date has passed. Its September 8 announcement does not list 2027 prices or the detailed admission terms for either ticket type, so confirm those details in the current purchase flow before buying rather than relying on older event prices.
The festival is scheduled for Friday, January 22, and Saturday, January 23, followed by a Sunday morning worship service on January 24. The announcement does not give the service time, location or registration process.
Rock the Universe 2027 Details to Confirm Before You Go
Universal’s September 8 announcement lists the artists and event dates but does not include stage assignments, performance times, exact event hours or detailed daytime park-access terms for Rock Your Weekend. The Sunday service is confirmed, while its time, location and registration details are not included in the release.
Use the announced lineup to decide which night interests you, then check Universal’s current schedule and ticket terms before finalizing travel. Set times and attraction operations can change, so leave room in the plan.
Official Universal sources
Which Rock the Universe 2027 lineup would you choose: Elevation Worship on Friday or Josiah Queen on Saturday? Let us know in the comments below; we’d love to hear which night stands out.
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