‘Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry’ is Now Open But There’s a Catch

We are getting closer and closer to the opening of Epic Universe, and it is getting exciting. Previews have been underway with attendees sharing that this new park will be amazing. One of the most anticipated attractions is “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry” which is now welcoming guests. Find out how you can ride this new attraction.

Epic Universe

Hiccup and toothless at Epic — Photo Credit: Universal

Epic Universe, Universal Orlando Resort’s new theme park, promises to be an immersive experience for visitors. Theme park fans around the world are excited for its opening!

Epic Universe is set to open on May 22, 2025!

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“Harry Potter and The Battle at the Ministry”

Epic universe Harry Potter battle ministry attraction — Credit: Universal

Universal describes “Harry Potter and The Battle at The Ministry” as an all-new adventure with Harry, Ron, and Hermoine. The website states:

“Travel by Métro-Floo from Paris to the British Ministry of Magic where Dolores Umbridge is about to stand trial. Board a lift and join Harry, Ron, and Hermione as you journey deep into the Ministry’s many departments. Thrilling adventure, fantastic beasts, and unexplored mystery await in Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry.”

Virtual Line

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“Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry” is now open, but a standby queue is not available. Those attending the current previews and hoping to ride will need to join a Virtual Line.

Virtual Line return times will become available at 12 PM, 3 PM, and 6 PM.

First, guests will need to open and sign into their Universal Account. Then link their park ticket for themself and their travel party to their Universal Account Wallet. Finally, they can choose an available Virtual Line Return Time.

At this time, there is no news if the Virtual Line will be used when the park officially opens or if it will extend to other attractions or lands. We do know that Universal can do Virtual Lines for each land, you can read more about that HERE.

What do you think of Universal using a Virtual Line using a Virtual Line for “Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry?” Will you be visiting during a preview or soon after the park opens? Let us know in the comments below and be sure to share this post with your friends!