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A circular, ornate tunnel entrance at Epic Universe with a golden sign: "We, my friends, have dragons!" Two people walk inside.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Epic Universe Officially Opens With Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Universal Monsters Portal Ceremonies

Shannen Ace

Each portal of Universal Epic Universe held a special opening ceremony featuring characters, smoke, music, and pyrotechnics on opening day, ...

A projected image of a woman on a building reads "Dolores Umbridge stands trial today" in a dimly lit, ornate hall.

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Hits 5-Hour Wait on Opening Day of Epic Universe

Brit Tuttle

On the grand opening day of Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort, Harry Potter and the Battle at the ...

A disney daily recap collage featuring Disney artwork, two smiling men, the company logo, and Maleficent.

Walt Disney World President Wishes Universal Orlando Team Good Luck with Epic Universe Opening & More: Daily Recap (5/21/25)

Katie Francis

Disney shared a sneak peek at Disney Villains: Unhappily Ever After, Disney’s Distribution President departed the company, and a Maleficent ...

A hand holds a Coca-Cola bottle with a Universal Epic Universe design in a sunny outdoor plaza.

Epic Universe Grand Opening Coca-Cola Bottle Available at Universal Orlando Resort

Shannen Ace

An Epic Universe-themed Coca-Cola bottle is now available at bottled soda locations in Universal Orlando Resort. Epic Universe Coca-Cola Bottle ...

Colorful "Universal Sweets" sign on a building, with spotlights above and a clear blue sky in the background.

On Location Gift Shop Becomes Universal Sweets at Universal Studios Florida

Shannen Ace

The On Location gift shop in Universal Studios Florida has officially been rebranded as Universal Sweets, replacing Studio Sweets across ...

Jeff Vahle on Main Street

Walt Disney World President Wishes Universal Orlando Team Good Luck with Epic Universe Opening

Shannen Ace

Jeff Vahle, the President of Walt Disney World Resort, wished Universal Orlando Resort good luck with the opening of Epic ...

A photo report collage of Epic Universe: theme park scenes, fountains, Viking statues, cheese art, and an illuminated hotel.

PHOTO REPORT: Epic Universe, Part 1 (First Visit During Open Previews)

Kevin Lake

Good morning from Universal’s Epic Universe! Well, I actually visited about a week and a half ago – May 8th, ...

Collage of Ollivanders wand shop entrance, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique display, and a wand box in a themed gift shop.

Full List of Merchandise (with Prices) at Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Epic Universe

Katie Francis

Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique is one of four shops in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic ...

A hand holds a magic wand in front of an ornate archway topped with a large golden eagle statue.

New Second Generation Interactive Wand Inspired by the Phoenix Arch Coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Epic Universe

Brit Tuttle

Universal Orlando has unveiled a new second generation interactive wand design for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, this time ...

Entrance of Epic Universe theme park featuring a large, ornate clock tower with colorful gears and decorations under a clear blue sky.

Universal Orlando Shares Epic Universe Grand Opening Day Timing, Details of ‘Brief Celebratory Moment’ with Guests

Brit Tuttle

With just three days until the portals open, Universal Orlando Resort has shared more details regarding the timing of the ...

King Suite at Universal Helios Grand Hotel: king bed, floral headboard, armchair, and large window with patterned curtains.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour a Universal Helios Grand Hotel King Suite Room

Jamie Rowland

Universal Helios Grand Hotel marks a major milestone for Universal Orlando Resort as it is  the resort’s first hotel attached ...

Neon sign reading "Dead Coconut Club" with bright colors displayed in a dimly lit setting at CityWalk Orlando, nestled among decorative elements, hinting at the vibrant energy of the Vamp Scare Zone.

Halloween Horror Nights & Holiday Overlays Confirmed to Return to Red Coconut Club in Universal CityWalk Orlando

Shannen Ace

The Halloween Horror Nights and holiday overlays of the Red Coconut Club at Universal CityWalk Orlando will return in 2025. ...

Sign showing an 800-minute wait time for Epic Universe’s "Harry Potter: Battle at the Ministry" with a warning notice below.

Guest Waits 300 Minutes and Sent to Wrong Queue for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry in Epic Universe

Gretchen

A recent post on X by aerial photographer bioreconstruct has shared his experience riding Harry Potter and the Battle at ...

Food Booth Names Revealed, Additional Theming Arrives for Amity’s Return to Universal Studios Florida for ‘Jaws’ 50th Anniversary

Jamie Rowland

The newly constructed food booths in the temporary Amity Island set-up in Universal Studios Florida have received signage along with ...

Split image: Helios Grand Hotel presidential suite with large windows on left; theme park with rides and fountains on right.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Tour the Universal Helios Grand Hotel Presidential Suite With Concierge Queen Room & Park View

Shannen Ace

For the most space and the best view of Epic Universe, guests can choose the Presidential Suite of the Universal ...

A projected image of a woman on a building reads "Dolores Umbridge stands trial today" in a dimly lit, ornate hall.

BREAKING: Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Epic Universe Reopens Early with Stand-By Queue

Shannen Ace

Despite Universal previously announcing Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry in Epic Universe would be closed from May ...