Accio announcement! Wands, the must-have accessory in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort, are getting a major upgrade. A new generation of wands, debuting on Saturday, March 1, will feature cutting-edge enhancements, including connectivity with the Universal Orlando Resort app, new illumination and haptic vibrations effects, and introduce additional spell-casting locations.
This enhancement is coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Florida, Islands of Adventure, and the highly anticipated Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park opening on May 22, 2025.
This all-new collection features four unique wand designs currently exclusive to Universal Orlando Resort, each accompanied by a spell map detailing where you can cast spells throughout the park. Plus, you’ll find instructions on how to elevate your wand magic even further with Universal Play.
Spell-Casting Locations: Where to Use Your Wand at Universal Orlando Resort
These new Wizarding World of Harry Potter spell locations using interactive wands can be found at the following spots:
- Hogsmeade: The Dueling Club Tent – Guests will try to bring a dueling dummy to life
- Hogsmeade: The Owl Post – Guests will try to freeze pixies darting across the window and hiding behind packages
- Diagon Alley: Ariadne’s Spinners – Guests will try to repel spiders on newspaper-covered windows
- Diagon Alley: Knockturn Alley Sky – Guests will try to control a storm or calm the sky
- Diagon Alley: Knockturn Alley Staircase – Guests will try to conjure their patronus to dodge a dementor
It’s important to note that the first-generation interactive wands will continue to work as they always have, and these new sites are in addition to the existing spell-casting locations already available at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Be sure to check out the full list of current locations here.
How The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Wands Connect to the Universal Orlando App
With connectivity to Universal Orlando Resort’s free app, guests can create their own Wizard Profile with their personal Wizard Name, an avatar, Patronus, and their Hogwarts House. As they cast spells and complete challenges, they’ll earn points for their house, track their House’s progress in real-time, and even follow other wizards’ profiles to stay connected and motivated. Plus, the House Cup is awarded virtually every day!
The app also offers exclusive adventures and achievements for witches and wizards to complete, along with a digital map to help navigate all the magical experiences waiting to be discovered.
Coming Soon: Epic Universe’s The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic
The upgrade arrives just in time for Universal’s newest installment of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe. This area expands The Wizarding World by transporting guests into the magical side of 1920s Paris from the Fantastic Beasts films and the iconic British Ministry of Magic from the Harry Potter series. Plus, it will introduce 14 additional wand locations, giving witches and wizards even more opportunities to cast spells.
With these exciting wand upgrades, Universal Orlando Resort is making the Wizarding World more interactive and immersive than ever. Be sure to pick up your wand and experience the magic for yourself!
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