Universal Epic Universe and the Haunted Mansion Parlor on Disney Cruise Line were both recognized with Thea Awards by the Themed Entertainment Association. Epic received four awards, and Haunted Mansion Parlor received one. Thea Awards Recipients of the 32nd Annual Thea Awards were announced live from Epic Universe during TEA’s Annual International Mixer. These awards … Read more
It would be a mistake to see Tour En Floo only as the exit gift shop for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, as this unique destination has some clever interior theming and an excellent attention to detail. Take a full photo tour of Tour En Floo in The Wizarding World of Harry … Read more
Hello, this is your one and only Nana. I hope everyody is having an epic day. We had a really busy August with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Oogie Boogie Bash, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Destination D23, The Beak and Barrel opening, and HHN. Did I cover all of them? Not … Read more
Universal Epic Universe dominated the 2025 Golden Ticket Awards, knocking Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance out of the Best Dark Ride spot. Plus, Universal Volcano Bay was named Best Water Park. Epic Universe Golden Ticket Awards 2025 The Golden Ticket Awards by Amusement Today “shine a spotlight on the amusement park industry and attractions … Read more
You’ll now be able to use Express Pass for two more rides at Universal’s Epic Universe, in addition to the existing list of attractions. Express Pass When you add Universal Express Pass to your theme park admission, you get to skip the regular lines at most of the rides and attractions in the parks (one … Read more
Universal Epic Universe officially opened today and currently (as of 1 p.m.) boasts relatively low wait times across the park. Epic Universe Opening Day Wait Times According to the Universal Orlando Resort, Celestial Park’s dual-racing roller coaster, Stardust Racers, has only a 15-minute wait. Constellation Carousel has a 10-minute wait. Astronomica is a splash pad, … Read more
A guest lost their hat and forced Tiana’s Bayou Adventure to evacuate, bioreconstruct has shared his experience riding Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, and Animal Kingdom has a new Jungle Freeze drink available at Joffrey’s — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Sunday, May 18, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom … Read more
A recent post on X by aerial photographer bioreconstruct has shared his experience riding Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry in Epic Universe, which involved an advertised 300 minute wait and being sent down the wrong queue path Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Aerial photographer @bioreconstruct, who has been the … Read more
Guests at EPCOT can no longer pin trade by the Pin Traders gift shop, the marquee for the new “The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure” show has been installed, and President Donald Trump has met with Disney CEO Bob Iger in the White House to discuss Disneyland Abu Dhabi — all this and more in … Read more
Despite Universal previously announcing Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry in Epic Universe would be closed from May 10 through May 16, the ride has unexpectedly reopened a day early with a stand-by queue instead of a virtual line. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Reopens As of 10 a.m. on … Read more
According to a new update from Universal Orlando Resort, the Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction will be temporarily unavailable during Epic Universe previews. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry to Temporarily Close Per the Epic Universe preview hours page on the official Universal Orlando website, the marquee attraction in … Read more
We posted several Epic Universe Ride POVs, guests cannot purchase alcohol after participating in the Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, and a new permit has been filed for Big Thunder Mountain construction— all this and more in today’s daily recap for Friday, April 18, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom Walt Disney World Resort Hotels Disneyland … Read more
The Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry on-ride photo is available as a Daily Prophet souvenir at Epic Universe. On-Ride Photo Souvenir – $35.99 The front of the souvenir folder features the Harry Potter and the Battle of the Ministry logo with a copy of The Daily Prophet sticking out of the top. … Read more
Join Harry, Ron, Hermione, and Higgledy the house-elf in a quest to stop Dolores Umbridge as she tries to bring back the reign of the Dark Lord Voldemort in Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Epic Universe. About Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Read the official description below. Travel … Read more
Virtual Line return times for Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Epic Universe are now being offered at random times throughout the day, rather than at set drop times. Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry Virtual Line Update Signage posted in the park includes a QR code that guests can … Read more
Signage posted at Universal Orlando Resort has revealed details for the upcoming Virtual Line, which will be offered at Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Epic Universe. The signage includes instructions on how to link park tickets and select Virtual Line return times. How to Get a Virtual Line Return Time The … Read more