Metro-Floo Bag & More New Epic Universe ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Merch Arrives

A collage of souvenir items: a Harry Potter keychain, a bucket hat with dragon eyes, Metroid-themed backpacks, and an Epic Universe drink cup proudly highlighting the adventure displayed in a store.

Even more new Epic Universe merchandise has been released at Universal Stella Nova Resort, including a new mini backpack, bucket hat, keychain, and more. Metro-Floo Mini Backpack – $70 This new mini-backpack is styled almost identically to a Loungefly backpack, but it is not a Loungefly-branded bag. The bag is white with “Metro-Floo” written across … Read more

VIDEO: ‘The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Projection Show Returns for Universal Holidays

The magic of Christmas breathes life into the illuminated castle, with its numerous towers and turrets adorned in colorful lights against the dark night sky, reminiscent of Hogwarts.

Guests visiting Hogsmeade during the 2024 holiday season can see Hogwarts transformed during “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” projection show. ‘The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ The projection show happens periodically starting at dusk in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure. It will take place each … Read more

Fans Raise Wands at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Honor of Dame Maggie Smith’s Passing

A large crowd of fans honor the Wizarding World of Harry Potter as they view a nighttime castle, illuminated with spotlights against the dark sky.

On Saturday, September 28, guests gathered outside of Hogwarts Castle to raise their wands and honor the passing of Dame Maggie Smith. Wands Up for Dame Maggie Smith In a TikTok video shared by sarah.webb22, guests were seen gathered outside of Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – … Read more

New ‘Hogwarts Always’ Castle Projection Show at Universal Islands of Adventure Will Have Four Different Endings

A side-by-side comparison of hogwarts castle at night, one showing fireworks bursting above it and the other peacefully under a starry sky.

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

Pick up Last-Minute Holiday Gamer Gifts with Bluey, Star Wars, Spider-Man, and More for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series

The holidays are only a few days away, so if you’re looking for any last-minute gifts for tech or video game lovers, or maybe you’re looking for a way to spend that gift card you just got, we have you covered! Last-Minute Gamer Gifts PlayStation VR2 — $549.99 This virtual reality system features eye tracking, … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: ‘The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Returns to Hogsmeade in Universal Islands of Adventure

The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle

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 Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle’ Returning for 2023 Holidays at Universal’s Islands of Adventure

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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

PHOTOS: Christmas at Hogwarts Sweaters, Ornaments, Gift Wrap Arrive at Universal Orlando Resort for the Holidays in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Is there anything better than Christmas at Hogwarts? Fans of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter can get into the holiday spirit a little early with a brand new collection of merchandise featuring Christmas at Hogwarts. The collection debuted with dishes, candles, and more holiday items just a few weeks ago, but now even more … Read more

Full List (With Prices) of New ‘Harry Potter’ Christmas at Hogwarts Merchandise Collection at Universal Orlando Resort

Universal Orlando Resort has a new “Harry Potter” merchandise collection inspired by Christmas at Hogwarts. We found the collection in the Port of Entry Christmas Shoppe at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. This collection includes scented candles, kitchenware, ornaments, and winter apparel. There are three different scented candles. Frosted Pines Scented Candle – $28 The frosted … Read more

Cat Mario, ‘Jurassic Park’ Jeep, Marauder’s Map, and More Ornaments Debut in Hallmark Universal Collection

Hallmark has unveiled a new range of holiday trinkets themed to Universal Studios properties and partnerships, including ornaments inspired by Super Mario, “Jurassic Park,” “Harry Potter,” and more. Check out the items below, along with links to their pages on the Hallmark website. These items will be available starting July 15. Nintendo Super Mario Powered … Read more

New Customizable Hogwarts House Quidditch Team Captain AirPods Cases Available at Universal Orlando Resort

New, customizable Hogwarts House Quidditch team captain AirPods and AirPods Pro cases are available for purchase at U-Design kiosks around Universal Orlando Resort. Hogwarts House Quidditch Team Captain AirPods Cases — $20, $5 for Personalization Guests who stop by a U-Design kiosk at Universal Orlando Resort now have the option to purchase a Quidditch team … Read more

PHOTOS: Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle Illuminates the Night at Universal Studios Hollywood

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

Epic Universe Contractors Previously Worked on Hogwarts, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Toothless Model, and Jurassic World Figures

Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey facade, Hogwarts, at Universal Studios Hollywood

Orlando Business Journal has compiled a list of firms hired by Universal Orlando Resort for the construction of the upcoming Epic Universe theme park. Epic Universe Construction Contractors The contractors have filed over 130 documents with Orange County between May 1 and May 3. Most of the notices expire in December 2025, but Epic Universe … Read more

‘Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle’ Now Closed for Extended Refurbishment at Universal Orlando Resort

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

New Harry Potter Quidditch Merchandise Available at Universal Studios Florida

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Lots of new Harry Potter merchandise has appeared at Quality Quidditch Supplies in Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida. Quidditch Team Captain Headbands (2-Pack)- $35.00 This new “Harry Potter” Quidditch Team Captain headband set is a great addition to any “Harry Potter” fan’s collection. The first headband says “Hogwarts Quidditch Team Captain” and has all … Read more

‘Harry Potter’ Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle Show Closing for Extended Refurbishment Period at Universal Orlando Resort

Fireworks going off during The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle in Islands of Adventure, Orlando

“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