The Potter film stars attending the the 2015 expo, A Celebration of Harry Potter, have been confirmed! Universal Orlando Resort and Warner Bros. Entertainment will be hosting the 3-day event filled with magic, fun, and, of course, adventure.
Robbie Coltrane, Michael Gambon, James Phelps, Oliver Phelps and Evanna Lynch. That means you will get to see Hagrid, Dumbledore, the Weasley Twins, and Luna Lovegood in person, and enjoy Q&A and autograph sessions. Potter fans will also get to take part in a Sorting Hat experience, pose for a photo in a recreation of the iconic Great Hall set, and celebrate their Hogwarts house pride in an interactive Pottermore exhibit.
The event caters to the every age from the young, to the young at heart. Guests can try their hand at a Duelling Demonstration & Wand Combat Masterclass with Paul Harris or see some of the sets and props from the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. J.K. Rowling’s Pottermore website will also host a Pottermore’s Proudest House Contest.
Mark your calendars for January 30, 2015 – February 1, 2015. Universal Orlando is offering packages via their website that includes:
- 3-Night hotel accommodations
- 3-Day Park-to-Park admission ticket^ to Universal Studios Florida® & Universal’s Islands of Adventure®
- Exclusive evening event in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Hogsmeade™ & Diagon Alley™, including light desserts and one complimentary Butterbeer™
- Exclusive film talent Q&A session and reserved section for discussions and demonstrations
- Special Guest access to A Celebration of Harry Potter™ Expo
- Early Park Admission◊ to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ one hour before the theme parks open.
- Breakfast at the Three Broomsticks™ in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ – Hogsmeade™ (one per person)
- Specially themed Welcome Parcel and commemorative merchandise item
- Access to live entertainment at Universal CityWalk
- Complimentary transportation to and from both theme parks and Universal CityWalk
You can read up on Tourist Meets Traveler’s firsthand coverage and review of the Universal Orlando experience, including 20 Tips, Tricks and Secrets for Visiting Diagon Alley in Universal Orlando, by clicking here.