The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Details Released for 2nd Annual A Celebration of Harry Potter™ Event

Orlando, FL — Universal recently announced details on the 2nd Annual “A Celebration Of Harry Potter™” event taking place in early 2015. The event will include appearances by Robbie Coltrane, Michael Gambon, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps and Evanna Lynch.   Discussions and Demonstrations Behind the Scenes: Harry Potter Film Talent Discussion Duelling Demonstration & Wand Combat […]

2nd Annual A Celebration of Harry Potter™ Event Returns to the Universal Orlando® Resort

Orlando, FL — Join fans from around the world as they gather for the 2nd Annual A Celebration of Harry Potter™ event taking place this winter at the Universal Orlando® Resort. A Celebration of Harry Potter™ is scheduled to take place at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ from January 30 to February 1, 2015 inside both Hogsmeade™ at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and Diagon Alley™ […]

Universal Orlando® Resort Celebrates Hogwarts™ Express One Millionth Rider

Orlando, FL — Today, the Universal Orlando® Resort welcomed their one millionth rider on the Hogwarts™ Express. To celebrate the milestone, nearly 200 guests were given complimentary Butterbeer ice cream.   Hogwarts™ Express transports guests throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ between Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and the all-new Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida®. via Universal Orlando Blog

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Diagon Alley™ Now Open

Orlando, FL — Earlier this morning, the Universal Orlando® Resort officially opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Diagon Alley™ at Universal Studios Florida®. The expansion features an all-new thrill ride, Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts™, along with unique shopping and dining experiences. Also, officially opening today, The Hogwarts™ Express connects The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ […]

Hogwarts Express Transporting Guests at Universal Orlando® Resort

Orlando, FL — Since Tuesday, some lucky guests at the Universal Orlando® Resort were given the opportunity to experience the all-new Hogwarts Express attraction. Hogwarts Express will open daily, in limited hours, between now and the grand opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley on July 8th. To board the Hogwarts Express, guests must have […]

Video: VIP & Media Preview Week for Diagon Alley™

Orlando, FL — The Universal Orlando® Resort has released a new video featuring the VIP & Media Preview Week for Diagon Alley™. The all-new Diagon Alley™ area at Universal Studios Florida® will compliment the existing Hogsmeade area located at Universal’s Islands of Adventure®. Guests can travel between the Harry Potter™ areas via the all-new Hogwarts™ Express. Guests can soon experience these additional Harry Potter™ […]

Video: A Tour of Diagon Alley™ with Tom Felton and Matthew Lewis

Orlando, FL — The Universal Orlando® Resort has released a new video with Tom Felton (Draco Malfoy), Matthew Lewis (Neville Longbottom) and Art Director Alan Gilmore touring Diagon Alley™. The all-new Diagon Alley™ area at Universal Studios Florida® will compliment the existing Hogsmeade area located at Universal’s Islands of Adventure®. Guests can travel between the Harry Potter™ areas via the all-new Hogwarts™ Express. […]

Video: Hogwarts™ Express with James and Oliver Phelps

Hogwarts Express at UOR

Orlando, FL — The Universal Orlando® Resort has released a new video with James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley) showcasing the new Hogwarts™ Express. Hogwarts™ Express will transport guests throughout The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ between Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure® and the all-new Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida®. Guests can soon experience even […]