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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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