Fans, like me, who are not able to attend the grand opening of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be able to enjoy it from the comfort of their own homes.  A press release may be read below:

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT STREAMS LIVE GRAND OPENING EVENT FOOTAGE OF THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER ONLINE

WHAT: Universal Orlando Resort invites viewers to watch the official grand opening events for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter live on www.UniversalOrlando.com/HarryPotterNews.

Viewers will be treated to highly-visual and entertaining events commemorating the opening of the world’s most anticipated entertainment experience. Viewers may even get a glimpse of stars from the “Harry Potter” films who will be in attendance at the events.

Live updates from the grand opening events will also be shared on Universal Orlando Resort’s Twitter page – www.twitter.com/UORnews.

More than five years in the making, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is the most highly anticipated entertainment experience of 2010. The 20-acre area inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters features multiple themed attractions, shops and a restaurant and brings the magic of Harry Potter to life.

WHEN: Celebrity Preview*

Wednesday, June 16 from 9:30 – 10:00 PM EDT

Official Public Grand Opening

Friday, June 18 from 9:00 – 9:30 AM EDT

Go to www.UniversalOrlando.com/HarryPotterNews and click on the LIVE FEED button at the top left of the home page (next to the RSS feeds button)

Thanks to Universal for emailing!