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Guests attending the Annual Passholder preview of Universal Epic Universe should be aware that Universal Orlando Resort has adjusted the Virtual Line drop times for the highly-anticipated Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry attraction. Signage throughout the park has removed specific mention of drop times, causing some confusion and misinformation among guests. Some guests think that means that Virtual Line times will drop at random throughout the day. That’s not the case. Here’s what we know. Harry Potter ‘Battle at the Ministry’ Virtual Line Drop Times According to the official Universal Orlando Resort app, return times for the Battle at the Ministry Virtual Line will occur at set times. Today, those set times are 11am, 3pm, and 6pm. Note that those times are subject to change throughout the preview period, and guests are encouraged to check the Universal Orlando Resort app on the day of their visit. Here’s a look at a screenshot of the official Universal Orlando Resort app, with clear information about the Virtual Line drop times for the Battle at the Ministry attraction. Note that a traditional standby queue is not available while Virtual Line is in place.Virtual Line is free and required at this time. Universal could open up the traditional standby queue at any point, but with ride reliability a serious concern for the attraction, we anticipate that Virtual Line will be used for some time to come, both during the remainder of the previews, and

Universal Orlando Resort has hit a new milestone today with the start of guest previews at the brand new Epic Universe theme park. Yesterday marked the end of Team Member previews following nearly two months of Team Member previews. So far, Universal has hosted limited Team Member previews, widespread Team Member previews, and Team Member family previews. Today, the park is turned over to the public with the start of guest previews. Here’s the latest! New Milestone: Guest Previews Begin at Universal Epic Universe Currently, Annual Passholders and Universal Orlando Resort guests are able to preview the all-new Epic Universe theme park. Guests wishing to attend previews are required to pay to enter, and prices are anywhere from $123 to $144+ during this preview period. Currently, the Annual Passholder preview period is set to conclude on May 8th, but rumors are already swirling that the preview period will be extended, possibly until as late as May 19th. From there, the park would be prepared for the grand opening celebration in the days leading up to the public grand opening on May 22nd. Hiccup’s Wing Gliders roller coaster in the ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ land For our comprehensive review of Universal Epic Universe, check out our article below! Universal Epic Universe Review: A Spectacular Achievement with Room For ImprovementUniversal Orlando Resort is getting ready to open its newest theme park, and we have a look around with our Universal Epic Universe review!blogmickey.com

While visiting EPCOT recently, we stopped by the Crescent Lake area to check up on the ongoing refurbishment of the Stormalong Bay pool area. What we found was a very busy construction site as crews not only worked diligently on the pool refresh, but also a roof replacement project that is nearby, but technically unrelated. Our walk over to the resort was slowed on two separate occasions by construction vehicles driving from the EPCOT Disney Skyliner station to the pool area. Here’s a look! Construction Vehicle Parade We posted videos of the construction vehicles on social media, joking that it seemed like a new parade was being tested. It is relatively rare to see construction vehicles driving along popular guest walkways in the middle of the day at Walt Disney World. Typically, any vehicle movement like this happens during overnight hours or out of guest view, so it was odd to see cement mixers and other construction vehicles just driving along a popular walkway for guests staying at the Deluxe-level resorts. Perhaps there was a good reason for this middle-of-the-day traffic, but I can imagine that staying at the Yacht & Beach Club Resort has not been as magical so far this year as guests would hope for. BREAKING: Parade testing now underway for the Crescent Lake summer spectacular! Here’s a look at what is expected to be the lead float for the parade pic.twitter.com/Dq5Fx6yglL— BlogMickey.com (@Blog_Mickey) April 11, 2025 New Exterior

It’s been a little while since we last checked in on The Seas Pavilion construction at EPCOT, so we decided to pop in during a recent visit to the park. As it turns out, construction has expanded a bit since we last dropped by, and early closures of the pavilion will continue into the Summer. Here’s what we know. Construction Expands at The Seas Pavilion in EPCOT As you can see in our photos below, not only have construction walls surrounded both escalators, but there are some new construction walls along a tunnel to the circular viewing area on the second floor. Here’s a complete look around. Construction walls flank the exit to The Seas with Nemo & Friends Second floor construction walls New construction tarp in viewing area Viewing area remains open to guests Early Closures Continue In addition to the expanded construction, early closures for the pavilion are scheduled to continue through at least mid-June, according to the Walt Disney World website. The Seas Pavilion is scheduled to close at 7pm for the foreseeable future. It is believed that the early closures allow for construction to take place after the pavilion closes to guests, but before any quiet hours needed for the animals. Early closures of The Seas Pavilion began earlier this year, and with no known end date for the construction taking place, we expect that early closures will continue as long as there is construction taking place

This Summer, an all-new Villains-themed stage show is coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios called Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After. The show will be hosted by the Magic Mirror as Villains air their grievances about how unfairly they have been treated. The show will bring dozens of Villains to life through a number of mirrors, with a few Villains breaking through the mirrors to walk on stage. As Walt Disney World continues to prepare for the new show, they have offered a first listen to the musical score that guests will hear when the show debuts May 27th. First Listen to ‘Unfairly Ever After’ Show Music The music is described as “a little bit rock ‘n’ roll, a little bit of orchestra, and classic Gothic score”. It was also revealed that the Magic Mirror will have his very own original song, which is previewed in the video. As always, keep checking back with us here at BlogMickey.com as we continue to bring you the latest news, photos, and info from around the Disney Parks!

If you’re looking for something sweet on your next visit to Magic Kingdom, Walt Disney World has released more info about two new treats that debuted this month. Brigadeiro Prestígio | $9.00 Make your way to the Jungle Navigation Co. LTD Skipper Canteen to find this dark chocolate ganache tart, coconut mousse, and salted dulce de leche. The Jungle Cruise Skipper Canteen is located in Adventureland, and it is inspired by the nearby Jungle Cruise attraction. The table-service restaurant is staffed by “pun-loving” Skippers who navigate guests through one of Magic Kingdom’s best menus. Skipper Canteen’s theming is detailed and rich with nods to Disney lore. The restaurant is divided into three uniquely themed rooms: the main Mess Hall, the Jungle Room, and the S.E.A. Room, dedicated to the Society of Explorers and Adventurers – a fan-favorite fictional organization that connects stories across multiple Disney attractions worldwide. What truly sets Skipper Canteen apart is its humorous, interactive service. Servers often deliver puns and jokes reminiscent of the Jungle Cruise narration, making the dining experience both entertaining and memorable. For fans of Disney storytelling, good food, and playful humor, the Skipper Canteen is a must-visit. It offers a break from standard theme park fare and invites guests to dive deeper into the lore and laughs of Adventureland. S’mores Cake | $10.00 Over at The Plaza Restaurant, you can find the S’mores Cake, a Chocolate Cake with Chocolate Ganache, Toasted Graham Cracker Crumbs, and Toasted Marshmallow