Merlin’s beard! If you’re ready to venture back to Hogsmeade Village during Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025, you’ll find the Wizarding World of Harry Potter full of special characters experiences and food that are exclusive to the event.
Here’s a look at what we know so far about what to see and do at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter during Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025 at Universal Studios Hollywood.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This posting was updated with additional details and photos on 4/16.
Magical Creatures
Aside from the land’s other regular offerings, you can expect to find all-new magical creature interactions, including the opportunity to meet the Niffler, a Baby Dragon, and grand Occamy.
Ocamy
The Ocamy will make its Universal Studios theme park debut during the Universal Fan Fest NIghts events. This colorful, bird-like creature has the magical ability to shrink and expand its body to fit any given space. In Hogsmeade village, the Occamy has shrunk enough to rest across its handler’s shoulders giving you the chance to learn all about the Occamy’s silver eggs and its magical abilities.
In “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” Newt Scamander and Auror Tina Goldstein manage to catch an Occamy within a teapot, after it almost destroys an entire room with its giant body.
Niffler
These mischievous little creatures go to great lengths to get their paws on anything shiny and cause chaos as they do so. They magically stash all their treasure in a pouch on their bellies, managing to conceal objects twice their size.
In “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them,” Magizoologist Newt Scamander keeps a Niffler named Teddy in his briefcase. Teddy escapes, practically destroying a bank as he runs around snatching coins, diamonds, and sparkly pearls from unsuspecting people.
Baby Dragon
A dragon dealer wlil be found in Hogsmeade village with a baby Norwegian Ridgeback in his possession. These fire-breathing creatures possess venomous fangs and a craving for most living things! Snap a photo with him if you dare.
In “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone,” Hagrid briefly owns a Norwegian Ridgeback after receiving a dragon’s egg from a mysterious stranger in Hogsmeade. His baby dragon, named Norbert, is a snappy little thing that sets fire to Hagrid’s beard.
Entertainment
Hogwarts Always
The nighttime spectacle of the Hogwarts Always projection light show will take guests on a whimsical journey through a school year at Hogwarts. The show weaves unforgettable music and incredible moments of wizardry familiar to fans of the films. The show debuted in Orlando in June of 2024
Dining
If you’re looking some hearty treats to take you deep into the lore of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, you can indulge in a 3-course meal at the Three Broomsticks or find special snack offerings at the Magic Neep and Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream counter.
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Three Broomsticks
Reservations required and can be made via the free official Universal Studios Hollywood downloadable app.
Three Course Meal ($39.99) Guests may choose one menu item from each of the following categories:
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Appetizers:
- Hogwarts Cornish Pasty
- Gryffindor: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with red pepper chutney
- Slytherin: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with cilantro and mint chutney
- Hufflepuff: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with mango chutney
- Ravenclaw: Potato and pea Cornish pasty with blueberry chutney
- Hogwarts Cornish Pasty
- Entrees:
- Sunday Roast: Herb-crusted roast, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree, onion gravy and Yorkshire pudding
- Curry Chicken: Served with steamed rice, charred red onion and yogurt drizzle
- Fish and Chips: Fresh beer battered cod, served with chips, smashed peas and grilled lemon
- Toad in the Hole: Vegan Yorkshire pudding with plant-based sausage, served with roasted vegetables, potato puree and onion gravy
- Desserts:
- The Golden Snitch: Vanilla sponge cake, chocolate mousse and orange marmalade topped with honey tuille wings.
- The House Cup Trifle: Pineapple, kiwi, strawberries and blueberries layered with a vanilla orange sponge cake and vanilla bean pastry cream
- Beverages:
- Fishy Green Ale (Non-Alcoholic)
- Pumpkin Juice
- Pumpkin Fizz
- Iced Tea (Sweet, Unsweetened, Raspberry, or Lemonade)
- Cider (Apple or Pear) (Non-Alcoholic)
- Lemonade
- Gilly Water
Magic Neep Cart
Reservations are not required (or accepted) for the offerings at this location.
- Hogwarts Meat Pie ($6.99): Puff pastry filled with braised beef, potatoes, peas, onions and carrots
- Hogwarts House Churro ($6.99)
- Gryffindor: Churro rolled in cherry sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Slytherin: Churro rolled in green apple sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Hufflepuff: Churro rolled in pineapple coconut sugar and topped with vanilla icing
- Ravenclaw: Churro rolled in blue raspberry sugar and topped with vanilla icing
Florean Fortescue’s Ice-Cream counter
Reservations are not required (or accepted) for the offerings at this location.
- ☀️ Niffler’s Bounty Ice Cream Cone ($10.29): Caramel soft serve served in a chocolate waffle cone, topped with a chocolate gold coin and edible pearls
- ☀️ The Pygmy Puff Sundae ($10.29): Strawberry soft serve topped with edible pearls and cotton candy floss and an edible candy piece
Hungry for More?
Check out a complete recap of every single menu item of themed food and drink available for the event This includes themed dining options for all fandoms being celebrated including Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, ONE PIECE, Jujutsu Kaisen and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD.
MORE INFO: MENU: ALL food and drink at Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025
Shopping
Of course, you can expect there to be a healthy selection of merch. The magic of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter extends to an all-new Collector’s Edition Interactive Wand, available exclusively at Universal Studios Hollywood, as well as the first-ever The Wizarding World of Harry Potter popcorn bucket inspired by the iconic Time-Turner. Magical creature fans are in for a treat with a fluffy new collection of perfectly pink Pygmy Puff merchandise, a plush Occamy and an interactive Niffler plush.
More to Explore
Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025 is celebrating with unique experiences celebrating seven distinct fandoms. We’ve got details on all of it below.
- DETAILS: Everything Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley
- DETAILS: Everything Star Trek: Red Alert!
- DETAILS: Everything Dungeons & Dragons: Secrets of Waterdeep
- DETAILS: Everything “Super Nintendo World: Let’s Go, Yoshi”
- DETAILS: Everything Wizarding World
- DETAILS: Everything One Piece: Grand Pirate Gathering
- DETAILS: Everything Jujutsu Kaisen: Hunger of the Cursed
See it for Yourself
Universal Fan Fest Nights take place at Universal Studios Hollywood on select nights April 25–May 18, 2025.
MORE INFO: See all MouseInfo coverage for Universal Fan Fest Nights
Tickets
Universal Fan Fest Nights tickets range from the cheapest option at $74 for General Admission (offering entry to the event) to the most expensive option at $373 for the VIP Tour (which includes a guided tour, unlimited express access, private trolley transport, gourmet dinner, and valet parking). Mid-range options offer a combination of daytime park admission with limited express access to rides and attractions, plus evening event access with early entry to select experiences.
One/Two Day Tickets
- General Admission – From $74
- Universal Express – From $173
- Includes admission & one-time express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction.
- Universal Express Unlimited – From $203
- Includes admission & unlimited express access to each in-world experience, ride, and attraction.
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After 2 PM Day/Night – From $114
- Daytime admission after 2 p.m. + same-day evening General Admission to Fan Fest Nights.
- Early event access to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- After 2 PM Day/Night Universal Express – From $228
- Daytime admission after 2 p.m. + same-day evening admission with express access.
- One-time express access to each ride/attraction during the day & event.
- Early event access to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- VIP Tour – From $373
- Guided walking tour, VIP trolley, unlimited express access, gourmet dinner (excludes alcohol), and valet parking.
- Early Access Ticket – From $20
- Entry to select experiences starting at 5:30 p.m. (subject to change).
- Requires separate event admission for the same date.
Multi-Night Tickets
- 2-Night General Admission – From $109
- Select any available event night for your first visit, starting April 25, 2025.
- Ultimate Fandom Pass – From $249
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- General Admission access to all event nights (based on selected first visit date
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MORE INFO: Official site for tickets to Universal Fan Fest Nights
