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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

NEW Niffler Slippers & Epic Universe Bottle Bag, Tumbler at Universal Stella Nova Resort

February 20, 2025 Shannen Ace

The Universal Stella Nova Resort gift shop has more new Epic Universe merchandise, including Niffler slippers inspired by “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them.” Niffler Slippers – $40 Nifflers are sneaky beasts from the “Harry Potter” series inspired by real-life echidnas. They like shiny things so often steal gold coins and jewelry. Magizoologist Newt … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Universal Orlando 2/19/2025 (EPIC Universe Merchandise, Big Sales, and Fun Moments and Finds)

February 19, 2025 Bryce B.

Visitors stroll beneath a welcoming sign that reads "Welcome to Universal Orlando Resort," surrounded by shops and restaurants buzzing with activity. Big sales are everywhere, offering irresistible deals on exclusive EPIC Universe merchandise for a limited time.

Howdy! It’s Universal Orlando Day! The weather is a bit dreary but the overcast sky is nice sometimes. I spent my day milling about the Universal Orlando parks and even snuck over to the new Stella Nova Resort to find some more EPIC Universe merchandise. Good Morning from Universal Orlando I started my day with … Read more

New ‘Fantastic Beasts’ Baby Niffler Shoulder Plush at Universal Orlando Resort

October 31, 2024 Shannen Ace

A plush toy of a Baby Niffler, looking irresistibly soft and adorable, sits elegantly in its display box on the shelf. Priced at $59, it's a must-have for any magical creature enthusiast and feels like an auto draft from the wizarding world itself.

A new baby Niffler shoulder plush inspired by the adorable “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” creatures is now available at Universal Orlando Resort. Baby Niffler Shoulder Plush – $59 The plush doesn’t just make a cute shoulder accessory. It also moves and makes sounds. It comes with a Galleon (a gold Wizarding World … Read more

Niffler Encounter and More ‘Harry Potter’ Creature Experiences Coming to Universal Studios Hollywood

September 26, 2024 Shannen Ace

Promotional image for Universal FanFest Nights Spring 2025 featuring The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a Niffler Encounter, showcasing the mischievous creature sitting on gold coins in front of Hogwarts Castle at Universal Studios Hollywood.

Universal Studios Hollywood announced that “Harry Potter” will be celebrated during Universal Fan Fest Nights in spring 2025. Harry Potter at Universal Fan Fest Nights When Universal first announced Fan Fest Nights, they stated the new event would “celebrate the best of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime” including “Star Trek,” “Back to the Future,” and … 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

BREAKING: First-Ever Hippogriff, Niffler, & More Magical Creature Encounters Coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan

February 8, 2023 Spencer Lloyd

A couple of days ago, Universal Studios Japan teased a surprise new announcement for springtime offerings coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Today they revealed the special treat — atmospheric encounters with magical creatures from the Harry Potter universe around Hogsmeade! For the first time at any Universal park worldwide, guests will be … Read more

‘Fantastic Beasts’ Niffler Loungefly Backpack & Wallet Appear at Universal Orlando Resort

November 19, 2022 Spencer Lloyd

While those mischievous Nifflers from the “Fantastic Beasts” series may be adept at snatching your belongings, it might be helpful to have one on your side when you visit Universal Orlando Resort. And if you stop over at Islands of Adventure Trading Company in Port of Entry, you might be lucky enough to grab some … Read more