The Wizarding World of Harry Potter just got an extra dose of magic this year for the holidays—in the tune of snow, Quidditch and fireworks.
It's the first time Universal Studios Resorts has lit up the iconic Hogwarts Castle for the holidays. The theme park gave a glimpse on Thursday of what it has planned this year for Christmas, which includes a number of firsts for muggles going to the parks in Florida and California.
Every night the castle will light up for a seven-minute show, mixing in the holidays with Quidditch and characters along with music and moments from the movies.
Snow, Christmas trees, snowmen, singing ghosts and the Weasley brothers causing trouble are some of the highlights from the show, which seems to mimic light shows Disney World has been doing for years.
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Along with the castle, the rest of Hogsmeade and Diagon Alley is decked out for the holidays with garland and lights.
The park is also putting on its annual holiday parade as well as its live show on the Dr. Seuss classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
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