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Harry Potter Returns to Universal Fan Fest 2026! Tickets on Sale Now!
Tickets are now on sale for Universal Hollywood’s Fan Fest 2026! Step into your favorite fandoms starting April 23rd. The event runs on select nights from 7:30 P.M. to 1:30 A.M. through May 16th. Tickets start at $74.00 per person. Source: Universal Studios HollywoodUniversal Fan Fest Nights Tickets Set foot into the worlds…
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic To Get Epic Universe Expansion
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter may soon see an expansion in Universal’s newest park, Universal Epic Universe. Permits have been filed for the land around the Ministry of Magic, specifically for Site Utilities and Foundation Work. Behind the Thrills first reported this update for P905, the area code for the Wizarding World of…
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What’s New in the Wizarding World this Week: November 9th – 15th (Tom Felton on Broadway, HBO Harry Potter Photos, New Creamers, and Park Closures)
This week marked Tom Felton’s Broadway debut, reprising his role as Draco Malfoy in “Harry Potter and the Cursed Child”! The play lasts for two hours and fifty-five minutes, including an intermission, and all guests must be at least five years old to attend. Felton will star in the “Cursed Child” production through May…
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Is Universal Copying Disney? Universal Orlando Resort’s New Express Offering
Universal appears to be taking a page from Disney, as today Universal updated its special offers to test a new kind of Express Pass: Universal Express Single Attraction Access. This limited-time offer was available only today for Skull Island: Reign of Kong and Revenge of the Mummy. Each ride pass costs $24.99 per person.…
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Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Closes This November, and the Universal Mega Movie Parade’s Return Date
Universal has updated its upcoming closures across the Orlando resort, including the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and the Hogwarts Express are among the attractions temporarily closing. Source: PotterSpotterHogwarts Castle Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey will close this November, from the 10th through the 20th. The…
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Holidays at Universal Orlando – Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Returns This November
Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort will begin November 21st this year and run through January 4th, 2026. This festive event includes Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the return of Grinchmas, and the Universal Holiday Parade featuring Macy’s. This year will also see holiday theming at Universal’s newest theme park, Universal Epic…
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Stardust Racers Reopening Date
Due to the unfortunate passing of a guest on the Stardust Racers attraction at Universal Epic Universe on September 17th, the ride has remained closed for further investigation. The guest has been identified as Kevin Rodriguez Zavala and was reported to have passed due to multiple blunt impact injuries. Universal has confirmed that the…
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Universal Orlando Resort Early Entry and Attraction Closures
Universal Orlando has updated its early entry attractions through the end of the year. Universal Epic Universe, Islands of Adventure, and Volcano Bay will all offer up to one hour of early entry. Universal Studios Florida does not currently offer early entry hours. Volcano Bay has early entry available until October 28th and…
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Universal Epic Universe Express Pass Update
As of today, Universal Epic Universe now includes ten of the thirteen attractions with the Universal Express Pass. Guests can now choose to use the Express Pass for “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry” and “Mine-Cart Madness”. This only leaves “Dragon Racer’s Rally” off the ride express list. The other two non-express…
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Halloween Horror Nights 2025 Food Announcements
Universal has finally announced details regarding dining options for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights events. Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Florida begins with Premium Scream Night on August 28th, while Universal Studios Hollywood starts on September 4th. Universal Studios Hollywood has revealed five dining locations: Leatherface’s BBQ, The Weeknd: Nightmare Trilogy Bar, Dia…
