Epic Universe to Unveil Ministry of Magic-Themed Harry Potter Land in 2025
August 1, 2024Universal Orlando's upcoming theme park, Epic Universe, is set to feature a new Wizarding World of Harry Potter land themed around the Ministry of Magic, scheduled to open in 2025.
This new land will be the third Harry Potter-themed area at Universal Orlando, joining the existing Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley attractions.
The majority of the new area will be set in a magical district called Place Cachée, reminiscent of Diagon Alley, featuring shops, restaurants, and live entertainment.
Guests will enter the Ministry of Magic through a Muggle park in Paris, leading them to the hidden shopping district where they can engage with interactive spells and magical creatures.
The new area will offer interactive experiences where guests can use wands to cast spells and engage with magical creatures in various locations.
Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with wandering wizards in the park, potentially including Newt Scamander and other beloved characters.
Eddie Redmayne will reprise his role as Newt Scamander, with new scenes filmed specifically for the attraction.
The main attraction, 'Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry,' will utilize innovative ride technology and involve a thrilling chase through the British Ministry of Magic.
The ride's storyline will feature a trial for Dolores Umbridge, with characters like Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, and a house-elf named Higgledy.
A live theatrical experience called 'Le Cirque Arcanus' will showcase aerialists and puppetry, centering around a circus employee trying to rescue magical creatures.
Guests can shop for unique wands at Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique, which will feature designs by a renowned artisan wandmaker.
Dining options will include themed locations such as Café L'Air De La Sirène and a Bièraubeurre cart for Butterbeer, enhancing the immersive experience.
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GameSpot • Jul 31, 2024
Big Changes Coming To Wizard World Of Harry Potter At Universal Studios Orlando