The Universal Orlando Resort is set to elevate the Wizarding World of Harry Potter experience with an all-new generation of interactive wands and expanded spell-casting opportunities. Starting March 1, 2025, visitors can wield next-generation interactive wands featuring immersive light and haptic feedback. Additionally, new interactive spell locations will debut in Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, while existing locations receive exciting enhancements. The Universal Play App will further personalize the magical experience, allowing guests to create their own wizarding profile and embark on interactive adventures.
Next-Generation Interactive Wands with Enhanced Features
The second-generation interactive wands introduce a groundbreaking level of magic. For the first time, spells will not only be visually stunning but also provide customized vibrations and light effects, allowing guests to feel the magic in their hands. Each wand comes in a specially marked package, including a wizarding map detailing all interactive spell-casting locations. When linked with the Universal Play App, these wands unlock an even deeper level of personalized magic.Universal Play: A Personalized Wizarding Experience
The Universal Play App will be a key element in making magic even more immersive. Guests can create their own wizarding identity, choosing their wizard name, Hogwarts house, avatar, and Patronus. These choices will directly influence how their magic manifests throughout the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Additionally, exclusive challenges will be available, allowing guests to level up their magical abilities and unlock new effects. Another exciting feature is House Points, where visitors earn points for their Hogwarts house by successfully casting spells. At the end of each day, the house with the highest score will be crowned the House Cup Champion, adding an extra layer of interactivity and engagement.New and Enhanced Spell Locations in Hogsmeade & Diagon Alley
With five new interactive spell locations, the total number of magical sites in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will increase to 30. In Hogsmeade, guests can challenge their spell-casting skills at the Dueling Club Tent, where a bewitched training dummy comes to life in response to their magic. At The Owl Post, visitors must act quickly to stop mischievous Boggarts darting between packages. Diagon Alley introduces three thrilling new spell locations. On The Staircase in Knockturn Alley, a Dementor unexpectedly appears, requiring guests to use a Patronus Charm for protection. Ariadne’s Spider Web challenges visitors to fend off enchanted spiders before they overtake a window. Additionally, guests can influence the weather above Knockturn Alley, summoning a raging storm or calming it with a counter-spell.All existing spell locations will also receive new special effects, making interactions even more dynamic. Magical spell books will now be available at select locations to help guests cast spells with greater precision.
A New Era of Magic in Universal Epic Universe: Ministry of Magic
As part of the highly anticipated Universal Epic Universe, set to open in 2025, the Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic will introduce 14 additional spell locations. Here, guests will embark on magical quests, such as searching for the Philosopher’s Stone and interacting with magical creatures like a Niffler or Demiguise. This expansion will significantly enhance the park’s wizarding experience, offering even more immersive ways for visitors to engage with the world of Harry Potter.Where to Find the New Interactive Wands
The next-generation interactive wands will be available for purchase starting March 1, 2025, at Ollivanders Wand Shop in Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley, Cosme Acajor Baguettes Magique in Place Cachée at Epic Universe, and other retail locations throughout Universal Orlando Resort.With these innovations, Universal Orlando Resort is redefining interactive magic, allowing guests to experience the Wizarding World of Harry Potter like never before.
