The Epic Universe expansion permit Universal filed last month has been moved to review — and a note designating it for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has been added. Wizarding World Permit As we previously reported, the Orange County permit is for “New Construction,” specifically “Site Utilities and Foundation Work” at 1001 Epic Blvd, Orlando, … Read more
A new line of holiday merchandise items inspired by Harry Potter, called the Christmas at Hogwarts collection, has arrived at Universal Orlando Resort. Gloves – $30 The first new item is a pair of fingerless gloves. The gloves are made of a warm, knit-style fabric with a hole for each thumb and elastic bands at … Read more
Take a full photo tour of Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique, the French wand shop in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe. About Shop for the perfect wand and immerse yourself in the magic. This French-style wand shop sells a variety of items for your wizarding needs, from character … Read more
You’ll now be able to use Express Pass for two more rides at Universal’s Epic Universe, in addition to the existing list of attractions. Express Pass When you add Universal Express Pass to your theme park admission, you get to skip the regular lines at most of the rides and attractions in the parks (one … Read more
Give Kids the World will have a special fundraising event that includes after-hours access to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort this September. GKTW Cheers to You at Universal Orlando Resort The event is on Saturday, September 13, from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. EDT. Attendees will enjoy an evening of … Read more
Tom attended the first two nights of the inaugural Universal Fan Fest Nights event at Universal Studios Hollywood and is now here to bring his honest review. Universal Fan Fest Nights is a special ticketed event taking place on select dates from April 25 though May 18, 2025. The event includes special food, merchandise, and … Read more
Travel to the past with the new Time Turner popcorn bucket inspired by the magical object from the “Harry Potter” series, now available from Universal Orlando Resort. Time Turner Popcorn Bucket – $34.99 The bucket is an enlarged plastic version of the pendant worn by Hermione Granger and other time travelers in the Wizarding World. … Read more
The second generation interactive wands have debuted at Universal Orlando Resort and with them, the spell spots in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe have been revealed. The new wands come with a paper map like their predecessors, which includes all the spells at all three Wizarding World … Read more
New interactive wands have been revealed for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, one of the new lands in Epic Universe. The new wands were first shared on the Universal Orlando Resort Instagram page. New Interactive Wands Revealed for Epic Universe When Epic Universe opens on May 22, the new interactive … Read more
Universal Orlando Resort has released a new ad, “Welcome to the Four Parks of Universal Orlando Resort,” spotlighting Epic Universe, Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay. The ad starts by featuring the Universal Orlando Resort logo on a galaxy-themed background. It transitions to a flyover clip of a water taxi traveling through … Read more
Universal Studios Hollywood released their full event schedule for 2025, including the dates for Halloween Horror Nights. Universal Studios Hollywood 2025 Event Guide Universal Studios Hollywood has a slate of events lined up for 2025. Some of these include fan-favorite events such as Halloween Horror Nights and Grinchmas. See the full breakdown of events and … Read more
Christmas decorations have quickly been popping up around Universal Orlando Resort, as early as Halloween day. Now, with the addition of the Christmas tree in Universal Studios Florida, the decorations finally seem complete. Universal Studios Florida Christmas Tree The massive Christmas tree has arrived at the entrance of Universal Studios Florida, just before Illumination’s Minion … Read more
This post contains sponsored content from Be Our Guest Vacations. Help support WDWNT by using the links in this article to book your next resort stay with our sponsors, Be Our Guest Vacations. Now that tickets are available to visit Epic Universe when it opens on May 22, 2025, it is time to plan the trip you’ve … Read more
Conjure up some festive magic with this new line of Christmas merchandise inspired by the iconic town from the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The collection includes apparel, accessories, and more in Christmas colors. We found these at the merchandise cart near the London waterfront, just outside of Diagon Alley in Universal Studios Florida. Hogsmeade … 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
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