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One MAJOR Thing Is Missing from the New Harry Potter Land at Epic Universe

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Universal’s Epic Universe will see the opening of the resort’s third Harry Potter land: Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Ministry of Magic. While the new land is incredibly immersive, there’s something missing…

Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry

The first two Wizarding World installations in Orlando – – Islands of Adventure’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Hogsmeade and Universal Studios Florida’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley – – were revolutionary for the theme park industry, and certainly elements of the Ministry of Magic portal seem like they will (we’re looking you you, Battle at the Ministry). However, certain elements of the land may be lacking.

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NEWS: Universal Is Getting A NEW and EXCLUSIVE Harry Potter Popcorn Bucket

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Is it just us, or does it feel like there’s been a whole lot of Harry Potter lately! 

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic

We recently got news on some of the cast for the new Harry Potter series coming to HBO. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic has been all the buzz with Epic Universe opening soon! The Battle at the Ministry ride at Epic is SHOCKING fans. Now, we have a NEW Harry Potter announcement!
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CONFIRMED: These 6 Actors Will Star in the NEW ‘Harry Potter’ Series

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Harry Potter is probably one of the most loved and well-known properties in the world — and we’re getting more of it!

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Fans can’t get enough Harry Potter! We have many books, eight movies, attractions in Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure, and a new Wizarding World featuring the Ministry of Magic at Universal’s new Epic Universe. Now, fans will be treated to a brand-new Harry Potter show — and we have information on who the cast will include!
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FIRST LOOK Inside the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe

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We love casting spells at Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, but we’ve been twiddling our wands waiting for more details about the Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe to drop.

Ever since Universal Studios Orlando announced a brand new third gate, they’ve been slowly releasing information about what to expect inside the park. We finally have an insider look into the Ministry of Magic, and we have so much to share! [Read more…]

We’re Inside Epic Universe for an EXCLUSIVE Tour and We Have So Much To Show You!

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It’s time! Yep, that’s right — we’re taking you BACK inside the brand-new Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort. We had a preview of this park not too long ago, but now we’ve returned with a vengeance — and with photos!

WE’RE HERE!!!

We’re taking you INSIDE Universal’s brand-new theme park, Epic Universe. We’re stepping through the portals and daring to experience all that this epic park has to offer — and you won’t believe your eyes.

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We’re Spilling the Tea About the Queue for the NEW Harry Potter Ride at Epic Universe

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We can’t breathe while thinking about this new Epic Universe ride and we technically haven’t even been on it yet.

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Epic Universe consists of five themed lands: Celestial Park, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic, SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, and Dark Universe. We recently got the chance to explore the park before it opens, and now we’re telling you all about the incredible queue — yes, the queue — of Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.

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We Just Visited Epic Universe for the First Time EVER and We Have So Much to Tell You!

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Theme park fans have been waiting for this day for years. We’ve been right there with you — poring over every piece of concept art, analyzing every press release, and daydreaming about new rides. And at long last, the time has come. We went INSIDE Universal’s brand-new theme park in Orlando, Epic Universe. We stepped through the portals and dared to go on the biggest, wildest, most innovative new attractions in Orlando. And now? We’re sharing it ALL.

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Alright. Here’s the lowdown. Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe officially opens on May 22nd, 2025. This park has been heralded as Universal’s “most ambitious theme park yet,” with theme park immersion and innovation we’ve never seen. There are over 50 new attractions. There are new restaurants. New gift shops. New shows. New stories! There’s a lot (like, a lot) to see and do, but we’re taking you along for the ride.

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We FINALLY Know Who the Next Dumbledore Will Be in HBO’s ‘Harry Potter’ Series

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It’s official! HBO has found its Dumbledore for the new Harry Potter television series.

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In a new interview with ScreenRant, John Lithgow confirmed he will be playing the role of Hogwarts headmaster, following in the footsteps of Richard Harris and Michael Gambon.

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FIRST LOOK at the FOOD Coming to Epic Universe

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We just got a FIRST LOOK at the new food coming to Epic Universe! Epic Universe is Universal’s brand-new theme park, opening on May 22nd, 2025.

Epic Universe Model

USA Today and Universal just shared a sneak peek at some of the food that will be available at Epic Universe, and to say we are EXCITED is an understatement.

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Universal Shares SNEAK PEEK Inside NEW Harry Potter Attraction Coming to Epic Universe

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Who’s excited about the NEW theme park coming to Orlando?!

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Universal Epic Universe is set to open in May 2025 and we can’t wait! There are going to be five different lands to explore, along with dozens of attractions, restaurants, entertainment offerings, and shops. We know Harry Potter fans are hyped about stepping into the newest addition of the Wizarding World, and today, we got a sneak peek at the upcoming attraction!

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