The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Epic Universe Officially Opens With Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon, and Universal Monsters Portal Ceremonies

A circular, ornate tunnel entrance at Epic Universe with a golden sign: "We, my friends, have dragons!" Two people walk inside.

Each portal of Universal Epic Universe held a special opening ceremony featuring characters, smoke, music, and pyrotechnics on opening day, May 22. Epic Universe Opening The celebration began with green and gold fireworks behind Universal Helios Grand Hotel. A narrator welcomed travelers to Epic Universe for this “historic day” before introducing Steven Spielberg. The filmmaker’s … Read more

New Second Generation Interactive Wand Inspired by the Phoenix Arch Coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Epic Universe

A hand holds a magic wand in front of an ornate archway topped with a large golden eagle statue.

Universal Orlando has unveiled a new second generation interactive wand design for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, this time inspired by the Phoenix Arch of Place Cachée in Epic Universe. New Phoenix Arch-Inspired Second Generation Interactive Wand First shared on Instagram, this new wand is a pale cream color with tiny carved accents mimicking … Read more

PHOTOS, VIDEO: All the Characters & Magical Creatures in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe

Four images: a magical creature with blue eyes, a robed performer, students talking, and lizards by vintage locks in a shop display.

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

PHOTOS: Tour the Queue of Le Cirque Arcanus in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Epic Universe

A red circus tent labeled "Le Cirque Arcanus: Musée des Curiosités Vivantes" stands in a city square under a clear sky, evoking the magic of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter as people walk nearby.

Le Cirque Arcanus is a stage show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic that combines live performers, puppetry, special effects, and more. About Read the official description below. In an attempt to bring Le Cirque Arcanus back to its former glory, ringmaster Skender has stolen Newt Scamander’s suitcase which contains … Read more

Everything We Know About Epic Universe

Artist's rendering of Epic Universe theme park featuring areas like Super Nintendo World, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Ministry of Magic, and How to Train Your Dragon - Isle of Berk, labeled and colorful, opening in 2025.

Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park, Epic Universe is set to open on May 22, 2025. Let’s recap everything we have learned about the park before the portals open. Universal Destinations & Experiences CEO Mark Woodbury said Epic Universe would be the “most technologically advanced” theme park. It will use facial recognition and photo validation technology … Read more

FIRST LOOK at Universal Epic Universe Food

Orange fish-shaped cake on a bed of colorful crushed cereal, served on a dark wooden plate, offers a bite of universal flavor that feels right out of an epic culinary universe.

Universal Orlando Resort shared a first look at the themed cuisine that will be available at Epic Universe, which opens on May 22, 2025. Epic Universe Food The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic In The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner … Read more

Get an Aerial View of Epic Universe Construction Following Hurricane Milton

Aerial view of a theme park under construction, featuring a large, dome-shaped building with a glass roof and water surrounding it. Various structures and pathways are visible throughout the area.

Aerial photographer Bioreconstruct flew over Epic Universe twice this week, sharing photos on X of work on the new Universal Orlando theme park following Hurricane Milton. The park didn’t see any major damage but the water features filled up with rain water and some trees were knocked over. Epic Universe Construction Epic Universe includes five … Read more

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