Universal Orlando joins worldwide 'Going Back to Hogwarts' Celebration in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Warner Bros. unveils its spectacular Back to Hogwarts celebration packed with live events and exclusive content across the world including Orlando.

Wands at the ready: Back to Hogwarts returns for 2026 with a global celebration bringing fans together in cinemas, at live events, online, in stores and at home.

Every year on September 1st, fans around the world mark the day students return to Hogwarts. What began as a moment from the stories has become a global tradition celebrating the magic, friendships and memories that continue to unite generations.

This year's celebrations are especially meaningful as fans commemorate 25 years since Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone first brought the wizarding world to the big screen, and excitement builds for the forthcoming HBO Original series.

Wherever you are, there's never been a better time to join the celebration and share the magic of Back to Hogwarts…

WHAT'S HAPPENING: AT A GLANCE

• A global one-week theatrical re-release of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone / Philosopher's Stone, featuring 12 minutes of exclusive behind-the-scenes content debuting on the big screen.

• Live fan celebrations across EMEA, North America and APAC, including an event in Central London offering fans new glimpses into the upcoming HBO Original series.

• Special Back to Hogwarts experiences, products and retail activations around the world.

• The annual Back to Hogwarts Showcase on Harry Potter YouTube and TikTok, featuring exclusive news, updates and announcements from across the Harry Potter universe.

Now, read on for all the ways Harry Potter fans in Orlando can join the celebrations at Universal Orlando Resort.

The moment has arrived to hop onto the Hogwarts Express to visit Hogsmeade and celebrate your house pride. Don’t miss out on the limited-time merchandise and food and beverage in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort to celebrate Back to Hogwarts season!

To commemorate Back to Hogwarts, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort will have new experiences, limited-time merchandise, food and beverage offerings.

Go Back to Hogwarts with Spellbinding Entertainment

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort includes Wizarding Paris at Universal Epic Universe, Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, and Hogsmeade at Universal Islands of Adventure. All year round, you can experience the magic of these lands, but during Back to Hogwarts season, there are even more magical moments to discover!

Hogwarts Always Castle Nighttime Show

During Hogwarts Always in Hogsmeade at Islands of Adventure, you’ll be awestruck by this show set against the majestic backdrop of the Hogwarts castle, complete with sensational lights and music. This is a can’t-miss spectacle for all wizarding students this Back to Hogwarts season!

Meet and Greet the Hogwarts Express Train Conductor

If you’ve visited The Wizarding World of Harry Potter before, you may have met the jolly train conductor located just outside of the Hogwarts Express. During Back to Hogwarts season, he may have some extra advice to help you navigate the start of a new school year at Hogwarts!

Immerse Yourself in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with Treats and Merchandise

Every witch and wizard wears their house pride on their sleeve. At Universal Orlando Resort, you can do it too, quite literally, with treats and merchandise that celebrate 25 Years of Magic and your Hogwarts house!

Harry Potter 25th Anniversary Butterbeer Mug

What’s a trip to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter without a delicious mug of Butterbeer?

Butterbeer is reminiscent of butterscotch and shortbread, and also, the crown jewel of tasty beverages. To celebrate Harry Potter’s 25 Years of Magic, you can take a sip with the Harry Potter 25th Anniversary Butterbeer Mug! This unique souvenir is served with Butterbeer and available only at Universal Studios Florida and Universal Islands of Adventure.

Hogwarts House Ice Lollies

Hogwarts House Ice Lollies are now available in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Ministry of Magic at Epic Universe in addition to their previous location at Eternelle’s Elixir of Refreshment in Diagon Alley!

No matter which house you belong to, you are in for an enchantingly yummy experience with the following flavors:

• Hufflepuff: Pineapple and Milk Chocolate

• Gryffindor: Peach and Strawberry

• Slytherin: Coconut and Matcha

• Ravenclaw: Huckleberry and Grape

Show Your House Pride with a Lug Build-A-Bag

With the limited-time The Wizarding World of Harry Potter x Build-A-Bag collection by Lug available only at the theme parks, fans can customize a bag to carry all of their wizarding world necessities by mixing and matching bag styles, straps, charms, and accessories.

There are so many choices here to craft your own distinct look!

Second Generation Interactive Wands

Some swishing and flicking is always required during a journey through the The Wizarding World of Harry Potter with a Second Generation Interactive Wand. These wands offer an elevated experience with effects such as illumination and haptic vibrations that are customized to each spell you cast, and you can shop for one in all three lands of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

As the Hogwarts Express prepares to depart once more, witches, wizards and Muggles around the world are invited to join the celebration. Visit www.HarryPotter.com to discover how you can be part of the most magical day of the year.

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