Tickets On Sale For Universal Theme Parks Exhibit At Franklin Institute

PHILADELPHIA — The Franklin Institute in February will open its new exhibit, "Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition." And now, you can get your tickets.

Daytime tickets are $47 for adults, $43 for teens 13 to 17, and $41 for children 3 to 12. These tickets also include ad missing to the rest of the Franklin Institute. Evening tickets are $25 for all ages, but only get you into the new exhibit.

Get tickets online here.

The exhibit opens Feb. 14 and takes guests inside the world of themed entertainment through the lens of some of Universal Destinations & Experiences’ most iconic, fan-favorite attractions, including "Jaws," Illumination’s "Minions," "The Secret Life of Pets" and "Sing," Super Nintendo World, "Jurassic World," DreamWorks Animation’s "How to Train Your Dragon," Universal Monsters, and more.

Created by The Franklin Institute in collaboration with Universal Destinations & Experiences and the award-winning creative design firm MDSX, the first-of-its-kind exhibition offers an immersive exploration into the storytelling, innovation, and world-building of Universal’s legendary creations, from The World-Famous Studio Tour to the all-new Universal Epic Universe.

From animatronics, robotics, and ride design to costuming and special effects, guests will experience the artistry, innovation, and technology that transform ideas into groundbreaking global attractions across eight themed galleries, including "An Unconventional Spirit," "Storytelling & Wonder," "Technology & Innovation," "Thrills & the Rush of Adrenaline," "Scares & Horror," "Big, Bold & Entertaining," "Authentic & Immersive," and "The Creative in You!"

To celebrate today's ticket launch, The Franklin Institute has announced the Ultimate Thrills Getaway.

Now through Jan. 24, 2026, all guests who purchase an exhibit ticket will be automatically entered to win a four-night trip for four to Universal Orlando Resort's four theme parks, including the new Universal Epic Universe.

The trip includes round-trip airfare to Orlando, Florida, and accommodations at the new Universal Terra Luna Resort, as well as admission to Universal Studios Florida, Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay water park, and one day at Universal Epic Universe.

Winners will also get four tickets to celebrate "Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition" during its opening weekend at The Franklin Institute. Full contest terms and conditions are available online here.

The Franklin Institute proudly presents the exhibition in the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion and the Mandell Center from Feb. 14, 2026, through Sept. 7, 2026.

Comcast NBCUniversal is the local presenting sponsor, and PECO is the associate sponsor of the exhibition.