{"id":350383,"date":"2026-07-23T21:26:12","date_gmt":"2026-07-23T21:26:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/350383\/"},"modified":"2026-07-23T21:26:12","modified_gmt":"2026-07-23T21:26:12","slug":"this-beloved-harry-potter-experience-is-coming-back-to-universal-orlando-next-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/350383\/","title":{"rendered":"This Beloved Harry Potter Experience Is Coming Back to Universal Orlando Next Month!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s almost every Harry Potter fan\u2019s favorite time of year \u2014 Back to Hogwarts!<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-647505\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2023-uo-universal-orlando-islands-of-adventure-hogwarts-express-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"  \/>Hogwarts Express<\/p>\n<p>Beginning August 1st, guests visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/allears.net\/universal-orlando\/universal-studios-orlando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Universal Orlando Resort<\/a> will be able to hop on the Hogwarts Express and visit all of the Wizarding Worlds to celebrate everything they love, especially their house pride! Here\u2019s everything you need to know before this celebration starts!<\/p>\n<p>What Is Back to Hogwarts?<\/p>\n<p>Each year, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort holds a seasonal celebration at the start of the school year to honor those witches and wizards heading back to school! The park will offer limited-time entertainment, merchandise, and food and beverage offers, AND this year is extra special because it marks 25 years since the first-ever Harry Potter film was released, so you\u2019ll definitely want to be there to celebrate!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-504350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2022-universal-studios-orlando-florida-atmos-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-diagon-alley-700x509.jp.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"509\"  \/>Diagon Alley<\/p>\n<p>Back to Hogwarts will take place at all of the Wizarding Worlds around Universal Orlando Resort \u2014 Wizarding Paris at <a href=\"https:\/\/allears.net\/universal-orlando\/universal-epic-universe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Universal Epic Universe<\/a>, Diagon Alley at <a href=\"https:\/\/allears.net\/2026\/01\/13\/allears-tv-the-secret-to-having-the-best-day-in-universal-studios-florida\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Universal Studios Florida<\/a>, and Hogsmeade at <a href=\"https:\/\/allears.net\/universal-orlando\/universals-islands-of-adventure\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Universal Islands of Adventure.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-777270\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2025-uo-universal-orlando-epic-universe-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-atmo-6-700x527.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"527\"  \/>Wizarding World in Epic Universe<br \/>\nEntertainment<br \/>\nHogwarts Always Castle Nighttime Show<\/p>\n<p>This show will take place in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure. It will be set against the backdrop of Hogwarts Castle and will include a great number of lights and music! This is a continuous show that occurs nightly from dusk until park close, weather permitting. It\u2019s the perfect end to any celebration!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-710059\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/uor-2024-universals-islands-of-adventure-ioa-hogwarts-always-nighttime-show-preview-media-event-3-70.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"473\"  \/>Hogwarts Always<br \/>\nMeet and Greet the Hogwarts Express Train Conductor<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever taken the Hogwarts Express, you may have had the opportunity to meet the train conductor before! But, during Back to Hogwarts season, he typically has more to share, so definitely take the time to meet him and grab some advice before the new school year starts!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-432575\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/2021-Universal-Orlando-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-hogwarts-express-40-677x625.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"677\" height=\"625\"  \/>Hogwarts Express<br \/>\nMerchandise<br \/>\nHarry Potter 25th Anniversary Butterbeer Mug<\/p>\n<p>Nothing says \u201cI visited the Wizarding World of Harry Potter\u201d more than a Butterbeer mug, and what makes this one even more special is that it celebrates the 25th anniversary of the first film being released! Butterbeer is the most iconic snack in Universal, and it tastes like a combination of butterscotch and shortbread. This souvenir is available while supplies last at Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-890092\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/harry-potter-butterbeer-25-anniversary-mug-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"  \/>\u00a9Universal<br \/>\nShow Your House Pride with a Lug Build-A-Bag<\/p>\n<p>For a limited time, fans can customize their own Lug bag based on their house! With choices of styles, straps, charms, and other accessories, there are an endless number of combinations, so you can choose one that fits your own style!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-890093\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/harry-potter-lug-build-a-bag-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"  \/>\u00a9Universal<br \/>\nSecond Generation Interactive Wands<\/p>\n<p>These wands offer an elevated experience while you\u2019re practicing wizardry around the parks! You\u2019ll see different effects, illumination, and haptic vibrations, which are customized to each spell you cast! These are available in each of the Wizarding Worlds around Universal Orlando Resort.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-890099\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/second-generation-interactive-wands-harry-potter-700x525.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"  \/>\u00a9Universal<br \/>\nFood &amp; Drink<br \/>\nHogwarts House Ice Lollies<\/p>\n<p>One of the best ways to celebrate Back to Hogwarts is through a refreshing treat that showcases your favorite house! Hogwarts House Ice Lollies are available in The Wizarding Worlds in Epic Universe and in Universal Studios Florida at Eternelle\u2019s Elixir of Refreshment. The flavors are as follows:<\/p>\n<p>Hufflepuff: Pineapple and Milk Chocolate<br \/>\nGryffindor: Peach and Strawberry<br \/>\nSlytherin: Coconut and Matcha<br \/>\nRavenclaw: Huckleberry and Grape<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-432588\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/2021-Universal-Orlando-universal-studios-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-eternelles-elixir-of-refres.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"525\"  \/>Eternelle\u2019s Elixir of Refreshment<\/p>\n<p>There are so many different ways to celebrate at Back to Hogwarts in Universal Orlando this summer! Join in on the fun from August 1st through September 1st and be sure to follow us at AllEars for more theme park news, updates, tips, and tricks!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/allears.net\/2026\/07\/21\/6-problems-plaguing-universal-orlando-right-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">6 Problems Plaguing Universal Orlando Right Now<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Will you be attending Back to Hogwarts this year? Let us know in the comments below!<\/p>\n<p> Post a Comment        <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"It\u2019s almost every Harry Potter fan\u2019s favorite time of year \u2014 Back to Hogwarts! 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