Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Now Available in Honeydukes at Islands of Adventure

honeydukes fortescues ice cream

Florean Fortescue’s ice cream cups are now available at Honeydukes in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure. On a recent visit to Islands of Adventure, we stopped by Honeydukes candy shop to check out these delicious flavors. If you’re looking for these new frozen treats at Honeydukes, head slightly left upon entering and look for a … Read more

PHOTOS: Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Reopens After Repairing Damage from Hurricane Ian

UOR IOA WWoHP Hagrids Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure reopens 5

“There’s no Hogwarts without you, Hagrid.” And Hogsmeade is just not the same without the popular Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure attraction. Thankfully, the ride has reopened today, and guests can once again enjoy a ride through the Forbidden Forest with the loveable Hagrid. The attraction was rumored to close for refurbishment last month, with … Read more

Dairy-Free Vegan Butterbeer Topping Now Available at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort

cold frozen butterbeer collage

Fully dairy-free Butterbeer is now available in both cold and frozen at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort. The actual Butterbeer drink has always been dairy-free, but the foam topping was not. Universal began offering the drink without the topping last summer as a vegan version. This new version has a dairy-free topping, so … Read more

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure Closes for Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

hagrids closed refurb 4546

Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure is now closed for a much-needed refurbishment in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Universal has made sure guests don’t walk all the way back to the coaster without knowing it’s closed. There is an A-frame sign at the entrance to the park, and … Read more

Hogwarts Legacy Game Features Easter Egg from Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Orlando Resort

hagrids universal 1 scaled

The new Hogwarts Legacy video game features an Easter egg referencing The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. TikTok user @joanslytherin shared a video comparing footage from the game to video taken at Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. Players can walk and … Read more

Owl Post Stand Installed in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

hogsmeade owl post 8618

The Owl Post stand next to Dervish and Banges has gotten a bit of an upgrade at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Owl Post is within the covered owlery of Hogsmeade. In addition to the new stand, the entire space has been rearranged into a circle around the … Read more

Even More Sweet New Honeydukes Merchandise Arrives in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure

honeydukes purse puzzle scarf hat

If you’re a fan of the Wizarding World, then you’ve probably noticed all the fabulous new merchandise to arrive at Honeydukes over the last few weeks. From dishes to purses, there’s been a lot of new arrivals. Some magical new items have hit the shelves and we’re going to need them all. Take a look … Read more

New ‘Harry Potter’ Honeydukes Potholder and Oven Mitt at Universal Orlando Resort

Honeydukes potholder and oven mitt

More new Honeydukes kitchenwares have arrived at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando Resort. We’ve already cataloged the candy shop’s branded apron, measuring spoons, and plates. Now guests can complete the set with a Honeydukes potholder and oven mitt. These are, of course, available in the Honeydukes candy shop at The Wizarding … Read more

REVIEW: New Vegan Irish Stew at The Three Broomsticks in Universal Studios Hollywood

vegan irish stew131430

Today we stopped by The Three Broomsticks in Hogsmeade at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter to try their new Vegan Irish Stew. Join us for our full review below! Vegan Irish Stew — $16.99 Plant based Beef Tips and Potato Stew, Served with Fresh Salad The Three Broomsticks has several delicious options of which … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Returns to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios Hollywood

A5D03289 6E47 4554 B0F4 F8183D80EFED

Holiday season has begun in Hogsmeade Village! The castle projection show, “Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle,” has returned to delight guests and light up the night sky. This show is performed nightly through January 1, 2023. The show begins with the Ghosts of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry singing, “Cast a Christmas Spell.” … Read more

VIDEO: 2022 ‘Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort

universal orlando holidays 2022 ginchmas and magic of christmas at hogwarts 6 1

It’s always a snowy winter in Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, but the holidays don’t begin until “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” lights up the night. This projection show is performed on Hogwarts castle in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade each evening. The 7-minute show includes wintry imagery and … Read more

New ‘Harry Potter’ Hogwarts and Hogsmeade Ornaments Arrive at Universal Orlando Resort

hp ornament featured

The holiday season is right around the corner, and now Harry Potter fans can add some magic to their decor with some new ornaments! Hogwarts Castle Ornament — $30.00 This ornament is a bronzed replica of the Hogwarts Castle. The top of the ornament features a loop that a carabiner is hooked to, along with … Read more

New Hogwarts House Snowman Ornaments From Universal Orlando Resort

hogwarts house snowman ornaments 3549 scaled

A new collection of ornaments inspired by the life-size snowman figure in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade is available at Universal Orlando Resort. The snowman sits outside Hogwarts year-round. It wears a black robe and witch’s hat, as well as a red and gold Gryffindor scarf. A snowy owl is perched on its … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Death Eaters Appearing in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood During Halloween Horror Nights 2022

death eaters wwohp ush 9815 scaled

Death Eaters are appearing in their own scare zone throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood during Halloween Horror Nights 2022. You’ll catch the cloaked followers of Voldemort roaming around the land as well as in set areas. They have metallic masks and are searching for more Voldemort loyalists. Some of … Read more

New ‘Harry Potter’ Spell Marker Medallions Debut at Universal Orlando Resort

harry potter spell marker medallion map 1 scaled

There’s a new way to study your spells in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a new set of spell marker medallions at Universal Orlando Resort! A special board will eventually be available for purchase, but as of the writing of this article, wasn’t in stock yet. Still, one was on display to see … Read more

Hogsmeade Stage Reopens After Refurbishment at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

hogsmeade stage 4 scaled

The stage in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade has reopened after a brief refurbishment in Islands of Adventure. The stage is in the courtyard between Hogwarts and the street of Hogsmeade. It has a tall stone and banners for each Hogwarts house sitting at the back of it. A chainlink fence keeps … Read more