New Hogwarts House Spirit Jerseys at Universal Orlando Resort

Two gray long-sleeve shirts with "Gryffindor" and "Slytherin" logos hang on display in a store.

A new collection of Spirit Jerseys inspired by the four Hogwarts Houses has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. We saw the Spirit Jerseys in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. The cotton jerseys all feature a gray denim pattern, the house’s crest on the left chest, and the name across the back. Gryffindor Spirit Jersey … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: All the Characters & Magical Creatures in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe

Four images: a magical creature with blue eyes, a robed performer, students talking, and lizards by vintage locks in a shop display.

Though you can’t meet characters like Harry Potter or Dumbledore in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests may encounter exchange students, musicians, magical creatures, talking portraits, and Cosme Acajor herself. Most of the characters and creatures can be spotted on the streets of Place Cachée, the main setting of The … Read more

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

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

‘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

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