The spirit of the season comes alive in a magical way at Universal Studios Hollywood each evening with the dazzling “The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle” evening spectacular that takes place at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Here’s everything you need to know about The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle during the 2025 holiday season at Universal Studios Hollywood.
About the Show
The approximately 7-minute show features projection mapping on the iconic landmark from the Harry Potter franchise which comes to life with imagery and sound from the films and of the holidays including a burst or two of pyro for its finale.
Expect ghostly caroling of in-world songs, sights form the Yule Ball (including a magnificent larger than life music box, the tricky Weasley brothers with some antics up their sleeves, and a heaping dose of inspirational holiday cheer powered by the beautiful score and the spirit of the holidays.
How to See It
The Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle nighttime spectacular can be seen from within the Wizarding World of Harry Potter with the the best viewing areas being right in front of the landmark Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey attraction at the back of the land. Standing on or near the stage in-between the castle and Hogsmeade Village will offer you your best vantage point.
The show is typically performed at 6:00 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:00 pm, 7:30 pm, and 7:50 pm with fewer showtimes likely during the week or on days with shorter park operating hours. Always check the app for showtimes on the day of your visit for the latest information. The show may be dark on week days.
Video
Experience the holidays at Hogwarts for yourself. Enjoy our complete video of the full Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle nighttime spectacular from when we watched this year
See it for Yourself
The Holidays at Universal Studios Hollywood take place daily from November 24, 2025 through January 4, 2026.
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