Even if you never got your letter of acceptance to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (we’re still waiting for ours too, don’t worry), you can show off your school pride with a new metal water bottle we found at the Universal Studios Store in Universal CityWalk Orlando. Hogwarts Water Bottle – $25 The Hogwarts … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has new “Harry Potter” Hogwarts house banners available. We found these at Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hogwarts House Banners – $27 each Each banner is the corresponding house’s main color and features a crest of symbols in the center. The Gryffindor banner is red with a black and gold crest featuring a … Read more
New “Harry Potter” tote bags have appeared at Universal Orlando. Each tote bag represents a Hogwarts house. And we found them in the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. Hogwarts House Tote Bags – $45 each Hufflepuff These tote bags have a black base with each house’s corresponding colors, mascots, and phrases. The Hufflepuff tote says … Read more
A new “Harry Potter” tray perfect for storing your train tickets is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found it in Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. Hogwarts Express Ticket Tray – $24 The tray resembles a Hogwarts Express ticket from London to Hogwarts, with intricate gold designs across a white surface. The Hogwarts crest is … Read more
Quiet on set; we’re ready to roll! With the Holidays squarely behind us, we dropped in to see how Universal Studios Hollywood is tackling the switch over to the Lunar New Year celebration, which will take over Universal Plaza soon. Let’s take a tour of the park to see what’s new and good. Toothsome Chocolate Emporium … Read more
A new Hogwarts mini backpack by Loungefly is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found this “Harry Potter” bag in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. Hogwarts Loungefly Mini Backpack – $82 The backpack resembles Hogwarts at night, with Hedwig flying across the golden moon. The castle is a three-dimensional piece sticking out of the … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has some new “Harry Potter” apparel available for witches and wizards proud of their Hogwarts house. There are reversible sequin tees as well as sweaters featuring the house logos. We found them in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. Hogwarts House Reversible Sequin Tees – $37 each Each tee is the house’s main … Read more
Some cute fantastic beasts inspired by the Hogwarts house mascots are now available at Universal Orlando Resort. We found these “Harry Potter” plush in Island Trading Co. at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Each animal is wearing a scarf for its respective house. Hufflepuff Plush – $30 Gryffindor Plush – $30 Ravenclaw Plush – $30 Slytherin Plush – $30
Quiet on set; we’re ready to roll! We headed out to Universal Studios Hollywood on Black Friday to catch the start of the holiday celebrations at the Entertainment Capital of LA, and we want you to join us. The holiday celebration is touted from the street, as the entrance marquee clues passers-by into what is … Read more
A magical new collection of “Harry Potter” bags by Danielle Nicole have arrived in Universal Orlando Resort. These backpacks and belt bags are inspired by each of the four Hogwarts houses. The Gryffindor bags are burgundy with gold embroidery. Gryffindor Backpack by Danielle Nicole – $82 The Gryffindor lion is embroidered at the top of … Read more
Nearly three hours after the rest of Universal’s Islands of Adventure opened this morning, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade finally opened. The reason for this morning’s closure has not been officially confirmed, but some Team Members said they were being sent home early due to a power outage. As of 11:50 a.m., … 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
Universal Orlando Resort has the perfect new ornament to hang from your Christmas tree. This “Harry Potter” ornament looks just like an acceptance letter from Hogwarts. We found it in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. Hogwarts Letter Ornament – $19 The letter pokes out of an envelope with a Hogwarts seal. A red ribbon is … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort’s holiday festivities will be returning this year starting November 13, 2021 and running through January 2, 2022. While many experiences were suspended last year due to COVID-19, the Macy’s parade, How the Grinch Stole Christmas show, and holiday lighting on Hogwarts are back. Last year, the Grinch and the Whos only appeared … Read more
Harry Potter fans have a lot to be thankful for lately, with so much merchandise of all varieties arriving this fall season at Universal Orlando Resort. Today, we found even more arrivals with new t-shirts and notebooks for burgeoning wizards to discover. Hedwig Stonewash T-Shirt – $35.00 This light-blue denim stonewash style t-shirt comes with … Read more