Who’s excited about the NEW theme park coming to Orlando?!

Universal Epic Universe is set to open in May 2025 and we can’t wait! There are going to be five different lands to explore, along with dozens of attractions, restaurants, entertainment offerings, and shops. We know Harry Potter fans are hyped about stepping into the newest addition of the Wizarding World, and today, we got a sneak peek at the upcoming attraction!

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Ministry of Magic will open with the rest of the park on May 22nd, and it’s going to take you inside the worlds of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts movies. But one of the key features of the land is the new Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry ride!

According to Universal, this will be their most impressive attraction to date, “blending massive incredibly detailed environments, powerful storytelling, unprecedented ride technology and so much more to take guests on an action-packed adventure to witness the trial of the infamous Dolores Umbridge.” You’ll step inside the British Ministry of Magic and explore famous locations from the movies.

As you enter the Ministry, you’ll travel through the grand Ministry atrium, Dolores Umbridge’s office, other Ministry departments, and more before boarding “magical, omnidirectional lifts” to head to Umbridge’s trial.

You journey to the British Ministry of Magic from Wizarding Paris, taking the Métro-Floo directly into the Ministry. There, you’ll find the “restored Fountain of Magical Brethren statue, the breathtaking enchanted weather ceiling, an endless array of Ministry offices from floor to ceiling, and many more intricate details.”

Seriously, the details are incredible!

In the queue, you’ll pass Ministry reception…

…Dolores Umbridge’s former office…

…and lots of little details, like the Daily Prophet, on display.

The Ministry lift will seat up to 14 guests and will propel you up, down, forward, backward, sideways, and more, just like the lifts from the film. They’re magical!

On the ride, you’ll be immersed in a thrilling chase as Umbridge attempts to escape her trial. You’ll dodge attacks from Death Eaters, magical creatures, and all kinds of other shenanigans.

Additional places you’ll visit include the Magical Archives…

…the Department of Magical Creatures…

…and the iconic Time Room. So many details for fans of the books and movies!

This ride will open on May 22nd, 2025, and we can’t wait to check it out then. We’ll make sure to keep you updated if we get more information in the coming months.

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