Tag: 2025
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Wizarding World – Epic Universe Vacation Package
Universal has updated Wizarding World exclusive vacation packages on the Universal Orlando website, including Universal Epic Universe. Explore Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade, and the Ministry of Magic in one trip. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Exclusive Vacation Package with Universal Epic Universe” can be purchased anytime through December 10th and redeemed for dates between…
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Paapa Essiedu Is Severus Snape
Paapa Essiedu will be Professor Snape! According to Deadline, Essiedu and HBO are closing their deal for the HBO Harry Potter Series, releasing in 2026/2027. The actor was previously speculated to have been offered the role, but negotiations were not confirmed. This news comes just over one week after John Lithgow confirmed his…
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PUMA X HARRY POTTER Sales and New Merch
Sale Alert! PUMA x Harry Potter merchandise is currently on sale for 30% off. This includes all five collaborative clothing items available on the official PUMA website. This sale ends tonight, so grab your wizarding wares now. Source: PUMAPUMA X HARRY POTTER Sneakernews has also revealed that a new collaboration is being released…
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Harry Potter Shop: Chicago Details Released
It’s time to grab some floo powder and make your way to Chicago, where the newest Harry Potter Shop will open this Spring. We previously reported that this shop will be located on the Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois. We now know that the newest addition to the Mile will open on April 10th…
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John Lithgow IS Albus Dumbledore
It’s official! John Lithgow is our new Dumbledore. After speculation a couple of weeks ago, Lithgow confirmed his casting in an interview with ScreenRant. The veteran actor is the first and only actor officially cast in the new Harry Potter series. As filming will begin this summer, we expect more announcements in the…
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The Making of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
Harrypotter.com has announced that for the first time the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter – will include the Backlot Stage of the fourth installment of the Harry Potter movie series. The Triwizard Tournament – Making of Champions will open this Summer, from May 15th through September 8th! Source:…
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Harry Potter Series: Dumbledore Negotiations
Deadline has reported that actor John Lithgow is in negotiations to play Professor Albus Dumbledore in HBO’s Harry Potter Series. If this is true, John Lithgow would be the fifth actor to play Dumbledore on screen. However, HBO has not confirmed the involvement of any actors at this time. Source: Harrypotter.comMichael Gambon as Albus…
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Universal Stella Nova Resort Opens!
Universal’s newest hotel, Stella Nova, is now open! Stella Nova is the first of three new Universal Resorts opening this year. Stella Nova’s sister hotel, Terra Luna, is planned to open on March 25th, and the Helios Grand Hotel will open on May 22nd along with Epic Universe. Source: Universal Orlando ResortUniversal Stella Nova…
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Universal Mardi Gras Overview
Universal Orlando Resort has announced details of their Mardi Gras celebration next month! The Universal Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnival is a two-month event beginning on February 1st through March 30th. This event is not a separately ticketed event and is included in your prepurchase tickets. When visiting during this event you will…
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More HBO Harry Potter Updates and Rumors
With the new year quickly approaching, more rumors regarding the 2026/2027 Harry Potter Series have surfaced. Just a few weeks ago, we discussed Mark Rylance’s possibility of playing Headmaster Albus Dumbledore; now we have two more character candidates. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Paapa Essiedu has been offered the role of Professor Severus Snape.…