Epic Universe Expansion Progress, Fountain Updates, Fireworks Prep and More Revealed in New Aerial Photos

Epic Universe is undergoing a variety of updates and expansions throughout the park — all of which we can take a closer look at thanks to aerial photography. Epic Universe Construction Updates X user and aerial photographer bioreconstruct recently paid another airborne visit to Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest park, as it continues to undergo … Read more

Early Park Admission Changes for Epic Universe Coming in February

In an update to the Early Park Admission policies for Epic Universe, guests will soon be able to experience select attractions in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic and How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk up to one hour before park opening. Early Entry Attractions Through the end … Read more

Price Increases Hit Across the Parks: Daily Recap (10/8/25)

Daily recap collage: Walt Disney World annual pass, EPCOT Frozen Ever After, Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom, and a Lightning Lane sign.

Both Disneyland and Walt Disney World have increased prices across the board, Frozen Ever After at EPCOT is getting new animatronics, and so many new food items to review — all this and more in today’s daily recap for Wednesday, October 8, 2025. Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom EPCOT Disney’s Hollywood Studios Disney’s Animal Kingdom … Read more

PHOTO REPORT: Epic Universe 9/9/2025 (Personalize Your Wand)

A man in a suit and bowler hat stands under a light in an ornate metal structure on a rainy day at night.

Hello, this is your one and only Nana. I hope everyody is having an epic day. We had a really busy August with Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, Oogie Boogie Bash, the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival, Destination D23, The Beak and Barrel opening, and HHN. Did I cover all of them? Not … Read more

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: Tour Bar Moonshine in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Epic Universe

People walk past Bar Moonshine, a green bar with large windows, signs, and decorative panels on a lively city street.

Take a full photo tour of Bar Moonshine, an American Quidditch Bar in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe. About Bar Moonshine is a wizarding take on an American sports bar, specifically celebrating American Quidditch. Here, you’ll find American cocktails, alongside beer and wine. Read the official description … 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