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PHOTOS, VIDEO: Niffler, Baby Dragon, and Occamy Magical Creature Encounters for Universal Fan Fest Nights at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

April 26, 2025 Gretchen McDermid

Three images show people in costumes with realistic magical creatures at a fantasy-themed event, drawing a crowd.

The inaugural Universal Fan Fest Nights event has concluded, and guests in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter were able to interact with special magical creatures including a Niffler, a baby dragon, and an Occamy. Magical Creatures at Universal Fan Fest Nights Our first creature interaction of the night was with a Team Member standing … Read more

Full List (With Prices) Of Harry Potter Universal Fan Fest Nights Merchandise at Universal Studios Hollywood

April 25, 2025 Brit Tuttle

Collage: Plush blue dragon, white mug with pastel animal faces, and a Harry Potter wand on display in a store.

The first-ever Universal Fan Fest Nights date is Friday, April 25, and new merchandise from The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is now available at Universal Studios Hollywood, featuring Pygmy Puffs and more. Harry Potter Merchandise at Universal Fan Fest Nights The collection is largely centered around Pygmy Puffs, but also includes an Occamy plush … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Meeting a Baby Dragon, Niffler, and a Pygmy Puff in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan

April 16, 2023 Spencer Lloyd

Starting last month, Universal Studios Japan introduced a slate of new Magical Creatures greetings around Hogsmeade within The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Guests can enjoy a short skit by a magical creature expert followed by lots of photos and even the chance to pet the creatures all day long with a Niffler, a Pygmy … Read more