Howdy! Today was a fun day at Universal Orlando, including character spottings, digital signs, hot sets, and other fun finds. Digital Signs in Security New digital signs have been installed in the security area entering into City Walk. The new signs feature the same images that were previously displayed. I wonder if they are planning … Read more
As part of their summer 2024 offerings, Universal Orlando Resort has debuted a new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure, titled “Hogwarts Always.” ‘Hogwarts Always’ Nighttime Show This show is described by Universal Orlando as one that “takes you on a magical journey through a school year … Read more
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal Islands of Adventure is getting a new castle projection show: “Hogwarts Always.” “Hogwarts Always” The show, debuting on June 14, replaces “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle,” which closed for “refurbishment” last May. “Hogwarts Always” will be performed on select nights, taking “guests on a journey through … Read more
Celebrate the holidays in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade with “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle.” This projection show with pyrotechnics takes place several times a night from dusk until Universal Islands of Adventure closes. The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle Photos The show can be viewed from in front of … Read more
The holiday season is almost upon us. At Universal Orlando Resort, holiday celebrations will officially kick off on November 17. Bookings opened on Thursday for holiday offerings, including for Universal’s Holiday Tour. The tour includes a vague mention of an “after-hours showing of a stunning nighttime projection show,” likely The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts … Read more
We recently stopped into Universal Studios Hollywood to catch the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle projection show. Come take a look, if you dare. Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle is running on select nights from March to August, from dusk to park close. You can catch it on the following … Read more
Tonight is the final nighttime lights performance at Hogwarts Castle before its extended refurbishment period at Universal Orlando Resort. Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal’s Islands of Adventure will close for an extended refurbishment for “future show enhancements.” Its last … Read more
“The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle” at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal’s Islands of Adventure will close for an unknown extended period of time for “future show enhancements.” Its last performance, for the time being, will be May 9. The show features magical projections using Hogwarts Castle as a canvas, accompanied … Read more
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
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
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
The projection show, “The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle,” will be returning tonight at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Hollywood. “Celebrate the four Hogwarts™ houses as they are brought to life in a stunning spectacle of dazzling lights and music when The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts™ Castle returns for select dates. … Read more
Happy holidays from the Universal Orlando Resort! The Awesomest Celebration of the Season has started and with it comes the return of the Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle nighttime show at Islands of Adventure. Last year, the show was only available with a Holiday VIP Tour, but this year it is performed continuously throughout … Read more
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal’s Islands of Adventure is being decked out for the holidays. A few more Hogwarts decorations have been added to the land. Wreath-like decorations now adorn the gates when entering Hogwarts grounds. These decorations have red berries and leaves within them. Two small Christmas trees now … Read more
The Universal Holiday Tour is returning to Universal Orlando Resort this year. Though the holidays officially begin on November 13 at Universal Orlando Resort, the tour will be available starting November 21. With many COVID-19 restrictions lifted, this year’s tour will have even more than last year’s, which we already loved. Here’s some of what … Read more
Darkness has fallen on the village of Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Dementors and Death Eaters abound; the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle nighttime show has returned! Shows run nightly, approximately every 20 minutes from dusk until park close. After dark, beware of Death Eaters. They appear in between shows, dueling guests and causing … Read more