The Universal Orlando website has been updated with new information on the upcoming Celebration of Harry Potter from January 24th – 26th. VIP vacation packages are sold out for the event but you can still buy daily tickets to the park and attend special events on a first come, first serve basis (after the VIPs are seated.)

Come and celebrate all of Harry Potter’s adventures with interactive experiences, exciting demonstrations, and more. The celebration kicks off with a Harry Potter™ Tribute on Friday – a special evening event featuring select cast members and award-winning artist, Kazu Kibuishi, who recently reimagined the Harry Potter book covers.

Other special activities over the weekend include:

• A wand masterclass hosted by Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, featuring Wand Combat choreographer Paul Harris and a special guest
• Q&A sessions with members of the Harry Potter cast
• Panel discussions that cannot be missed with MinaLima – creators of the graphics seen in the movies
• Pottermore – an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Pottermore.com – the free interactive website from J.K. Rowling (Saturday & Sunday)
• Plus, guests can explore the one-of-a-kind Harry Potter Expo with interactive activities for fans including a vignette of movie props from Harry Potter: The Exhibition and The Sorting Hat™ experience.
• And More

As we posted earlier this month, Universal is holding A Celebration of Harry Potter at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Orlando, Florida. Tickets to the event are now available at this link.

The event will be held from January 24th through the 26th: Come and celebrate all of Harry’s adventures at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. From interactive experiences to a private evening reception and more, this exciting event will be three days of unforgettable fun for all ages, set against the backdrop of two amazing theme parks.

Events Include:

There are two packages available if you stay at Universal Hotels OR you can get discounted Day tickets but buying a package will get you reserved seating at all the fun events.

UNIVERSAL PARTNER HOTEL: Starting From ^$395^*per adult, tax inclusive

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO^®ON-SITE HOTEL: Starting From ^$675^†per adult, tax inclusive

Universal Orlando will be holding A Celebration of Harry Potter at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter this coming January 24th – 26th!

Come and celebrate all of Harry’s adventures at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™. From interactive experiences to a private evening reception and more, this exciting event will be three days of unforgettable fun for all ages, set against the backdrop of two amazing theme parks.

Events Include:

• Q&A sessions with the cast members and filmmakers
• A wand masterclass hosted by choreographer Paul Harris, duelling instructor for the feature films
• Opportunities to explore Hogwarts^™ castle, and shop and dine in Hogsmeade™ at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™
• An exciting Harry Potter^™ Film Tribute with select cast members and filmmakers
• Thrilling rides, including:
  • Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey^™
  • Dragon Challenge^™

There are vacation packages starting at $395 as well as discounts on General Admission tickets if you order online. Information on the vacation packages reads:

SALES START AUGUST 22, 2013 AT 12:00 NOON, EST

VACATION PACKAGES INCLUDE:

• 3-night hotel accommodations
• 3-day park-to-park ticket^ to both theme parks per day
• Entry to a Private Evening Event held in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™, (includes one free Butterbeer™ and light desserts) (Saturday)
• Reserved area for the Harry Potter^™ Film Tribute (Friday)
• Reserved area for the Q&A sessions (Saturday & Sunday)
• Reserved area for a wand masterclass with Paul Harris
• Early Park Admission^? to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter^™ – one hour before the park opens
• Breakfast at the Three Broomsticks^™ – one per person
• CityWalk Party Pass^SM^^

UNIVERSAL PARTNER HOTEL

Starting From ^$395^*per adult, tax inclusive

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO^®ON-SITE HOTEL

Starting From ^$675^†per adult, tax inclusive