| VENUE NEWS 09.22.09 9:00 AM |
PRINT | SEND TO A FRIEND |
|
| Universal Orlando's Harry Potter Park to Open Next Spring With Rides, Shops, Restaurant |
|
 |
Guests will arrive at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter on a train that comes into the town of Hogsmeade.
Rendering: Courtesy of Universal Orlando
|
|
|
Universal Orlando's park devoted to Harry Potter is set to open in spring 2010. And after several years of planning, Universal finally released details about the park last week, including the fictional locations from the books and films that will make up the extension of Universal's Islands of Adventure.
Called the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the immersive environment will include multiple attractions, shops, and a signature restaurant. To give the franchise an authentic treatment, Universal Orlando collaborated with author J.K. Rowling, Warner Brothers Consumer Products, and Warner Brothers.
Story elements that inspired the environment include the town of Hogsmeade and Hogwarts Castle. Although retail and dining facilities seem to be the focus of the complex, there are also three attractions planned, including a twin high-speed roller coaster, a more family-friendly ride, and an under-wraps project titled "Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey."
In a press release last week, Universal Parks and Resorts chairman and C.E.O. Tom Williams had this to say about the park: "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be unlike any other experience on earth, and we can't wait to see the looks on our guests' faces as they enter this rich environment."
An official opening date is expected to be solidified early next year.
—Michael O'Connell
RELATED TOPICS
Harry Potter, Universal Orlando, Universal Islands of Adventure, Warner Brothers
MORE VENUE NEWS STORIES
Waldorf Astoria Opens Orlando Outpost With Ballet and Fireworks
Tampa Airport Hotel to Add Meeting Space
New Westin Hotel for North Orlando Business Travelers to Open in November
Pedestrian Plazas Now Available for Events, Provide New Revenue for City
Tampa Hotel to Open Conference Center in September
MORE STORIES ABOUT HARRY POTTER
Warner Brothers Conjures Wizard Shop for Merry Potter Premiere
Before the Big Launch, Potter Infiltrates Libraries Nationwide
MORE STORIES ABOUT WARNER BROTHERS
How Do You Make Staffers Feel Appreciated—at Little or No Cost?
Reality vs. TV: The Events of Gossip Girl
In the News: Obama Joins N.A.A.C.P. for 100th Convention, Planner Commissions Plummet in 2009
| More Suppliers/Venues to Consider |
ADVERTISEMENT |
|
|
|
Palm Beach County Convention Center
Located in downtown West Palm Beach, the Palm Beach County Convention Center presents a spectacular setting for conventions, tradeshows, meetings, and social events. An architectural masterpiece with modern amenities, the facility features a 100,000-square foot exhibit hall, a 22,000-square foot ballroom and 19 meeting rooms that can accommodate groups from 6 to 6000. More >>
EMAIL THIS RESOURCE |
|
Atlas Party Rental Inc.
Increasing fashion-forward product selection along with personalized customer service is the company's foremost goal. The perfect selection of chargers, chinaware, glassware, flatware, and linens for their designers' needs are always a top priority. More >>
EMAIL THIS RESOURCE |
|
CORT Event Furnishings
CORT Event Furnishings offers high-quality design-oriented rental furnishings and 24-hour service, seven days a week, 365 days per year. CORT services the nation with 12 distribution centers and offers professional account executives to handle and help create your next event, meeting, or gala soiree. More >>
EMAIL THIS RESOURCE |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
