Overview
- Hogwarts Castle at Islands of Adventure, which drew fresh scaffolding Tuesday, now shows major coverage around the central tower and Great Hall.
- The castle facade also forms the ride’s show building, yet the indoor attraction Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey continues to run as normal.
- Universal has not shared the scope or a completion date, and the volume of equipment on site suggests work that could expand and last for a while.
- Outlets on the ground describe a standard exterior refresh for an aging structure in Florida’s climate, set against Universal’s push to maintain quality after Epic Universe opened.
- The partial covering changes hallmark photo spots in Hogsmeade, reshaping first impressions for many first-time visitors who expect an unobstructed view.