The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle Overview
Top of your magic-filled day at Universal and catch The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle projection show. Every 15 minutes after sunset, Hogwarts Castle lights up in the colors of the four houses led by the Hogwarts Sorting Hat. So try him on and he’ll tell you where you ought to be, as he mentions in the show.
Also, the main viewing area is located on the pathway from Hogsmeade Village to Hogwarts Castle, next to Flight of the Hippogriff. However, guests may also view the show on the bridge that connects Hogsmeade to Jurassic Park to the side of the castle. This bridge is our personal favorite spot to watch the show as it’s often less crowded and makes for great photos. (The photo at the top of this page was taken from that bridge!)
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Location
The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle is located in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park.
The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle Basic Information
Type of Entertainment: Projection show on Hogwarts Castle
Duration: 5 minutes
Showtimes: The show runs every 15 minutes from sunset to park close with the final show happening at closing time. Guest services can provide the exact first showtime of the night if you visit and ask.
Alternate Projection Shows: During the holiday season, Universal runs the Magic of Christmas at Hogwarts Castle projection show instead. Also, occasionally this show is replaced by the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle projection show for short periods.
Photo Gallery
(All photos copyright United Thrills.)