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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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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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Universal Orlando Park Updates: Hagrid’s Express Pass and Rip Ride Rockit Closure Date
After nearly 6 years, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure has finally been added to the Universal Express Pass. Excluding the brand-new Ministry of Magic, Hagrid’s has been the latest addition to the Wizarding World and averages approximately a 90-minute wait, according to Thrill Data. The attraction had replaced Dragon Challenge, a dueling roller coaster…
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Hogwarts Always is Back! Kind of.
The nighttime spectacular, Hogwarts Always, has recently returned to Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure, but not even two weeks later, it will take a month-long hiatus. Hogwarts Always is an 8-minute projection and fireworks spectacle displayed on Hogwarts Castle from dusk to park closure. The show is a must-see for all visitors, even non-Potterheads.…
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Wizarding World: Second Generation Interactive Wands
Wizards and witches, listen here; Universal has released the newest generation of wands for the Orlando parks! The Second Generation Interactive Wands will include four new designs compatible with all three Wizarding World lands. That’s right, the new wands will work in Epic Universe. Source: Universal OrlandoEpic Universe Wand Interaction These new wands…
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Butterbeer Season in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
It’s the Butterbeer Season, Potterheads! Starting tomorrow, Butterbeer Season will begin at Universal Orlando Resort, where even muggles can get a taste of the delicious treats of the Wizarding World. Source: Discover UniversalHot Butterbeer What is Butterbeer? Butterbeer is essentially a butterscotch cream soda, which can be purchased in the cold, frozen, or…
