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
More Christmas decor has arrived at Universal Islands of Adventure. There are now garlands, trees, wreaths, and more throughout Port of Entry, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade, The Lost Continent, and Seuss Landing. Islands of Adventure Christmas Decorations Port of Entry Immediately upon entering the park, guests will be greeted by garland … Read more
The limited edition 2024 collector’s wand has finally arrived at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando Resort. We found the wand in the Owl Post store at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade and in the Universal Studios Store at CityWalk. The fall 2023 collector’s wand is also still available at … Read more
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort now has White Chocolate Frogs. Chocolate Frogs are a classic treat from the “Harry Potter” series and have been available in the Wizarding Worlds since day one. Dark Chocolate Frogs debuted two years ago. The new White Chocolate Frogs can be purchased in Honeydukes Candy … Read more
As part of their summer 2024 offerings, Universal Orlando Resort has debuted a new castle projection show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter—Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure, titled “Hogwarts Always.” ‘Hogwarts Always’ Nighttime Show This show is described by Universal Orlando as one that “takes you on a magical journey through a school year … Read more
A new camera for interactive wand spells has been installed in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, and a new tent in Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure may be for the same purpose. New Spell Camera The camera is on a staircase to nowhere in the Knockturn Alley … 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
A new collection inspired by Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. We found the merch in the “Harry Potter” room of the Universal Studios Store in CityWalk. The ride itself is located at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade in Universal Islands of Adventure. Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure … 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
It’s hard for a muggle to imagine a more serene holiday experience than walking through the decorated streets of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure or The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida with a refreshing butterbeer in hand. Guests can now … Read more
Nearly 10 years after the attraction first opened, Universal Orlando Resort has updated the voice of Hermione on the Hogwarts Express. Hermione’s Voice on the Hogwarts Express Since the Hogwarts Express opened at Universal Orlando Resort in the summer of 2014, fans have shared their negative opinions of the voice used for Hermione Granger because … Read more
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Crews have been installing trees, wreaths, garlands, and more decorations throughout the park, mainly in Seuss Landing, where every Who down in Whoville celebrates the Who-lidays. Seuss Landing Holiday decorations began to arrive at Seuss Landing earlier this week. Garlands with colorful … Read more
Guests at Universal Orlando Resort unofficially gathered today to raise their wands in tribute to the late Michael Gambon. Gambon, known for portraying Dumbledore for the majority of the “Harry Potter” films, was reported to have passed away today at age 82. Wands Up for Michael Gambon Guests gathered in front of the entrance to … Read more
The Hogwarts Express at Universal Orlando Resort will close for a week in December 2023, likely for regular maintenance. Hogwarts Express Refurbishment The Hogwarts Express will be closed from December 10 through 16, 2023, just before the holiday rush. The ride is both a popular attraction and a convenient transport between Universal Studios Florida and … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort is testing guest experience improvements, including new speaker announcements, on the Hogwarts Express in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Hogwarts Express Announcements Previously, after guests boarded the Hogwarts Express, a porter would go to each cabin and give guests the safety spiel, telling them to remain seated, pointing out the switch … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort announced that Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey will be temporarily closed on June 8. The ride will be closed for one day so they can perform routine maintenance. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Temporarily Closed The attraction Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey found at The Wizarding World of Harry … Read more