Universal Orlando reveals details about its Harry Potter themed land in the new Epic Universe park
"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic" is one of five worlds coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025.
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"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic" is one of five worlds coming to Universal Epic Universe in 2025.
The original 1997 illustration for the front of the first Harry Potter book has set a record for Potter-themed memorabilia on the auction block.
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You might need a magic wand to get on the new Harry Potter ride at Universal Orlando Resort.
Muggles, witches and wizards alike got their first official chance to visit The Wizarding World of Harry Potter-Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida.
Food at the new Wizarding World of Harry Potter-Diagon Alley park at Universal Orlando Resort is based on traditional British cuisine, with some unusual twists inspired by the Harry Potter books and films. And it's very different from the American fare on steroids a few steps away at The Simpsons' Springfield area of the theme park, where the menu includes ginormous doughnuts, burgers and beer.
Harry Potter fans will soon be able to get their fix in the new area at Universal Orlando Resort.
The new Harry Potter-themed area at Universal Orlando Resort is set to open early next month.
The new Harry Potter area opening at Universal Orlando Resort this summer will allow fans to ride the Hogwarts Express train and experience the British countryside just as the characters did in the book and movie series.
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Harry Potter fans anticipating the third attraction based on the popular book and movie franchise at Universal Orlando Resort learned that the fictional setting for the ride will be the British Ministry of Magic.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.