The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Hogsmeade (Orlando): Part 2

[dmkrc5]

Has anyone been around WWoHP in the later hours of the day lately, if so how large is the crowd?

 

[Mr MudFish]

Has anyone been around WWoHP in the later hours of the day lately, if so how large is the crowd?

i went around 5:30ish and it was a 45- 60 wait for FJ and we hopped on DC

 

[Buzz Lightbeer]

Has anyone been around WWoHP in the later hours of the day lately, if so how large is the crowd?

I went at 8pm yesterday and the wait was 45 minutes even though the posted time was 90. They had closed the single riders line because too many people were in it.

 

[TheDecemberists]

I'm just now heading home from 3 amazing days at Universal. I don't know if this has been mentioned -- haven't been keeping up with this thread -- but when did they replace the awesome butterbeer mugs with crappy cups? boo. Any ways, I'll be on my laptop later tonight.

 

[FloRida848]

Should I go to the WWOHP now or later. I could go whenever time I want but I dont want the crowds. My parents are like "We can go whenever you want" so I dont know. Also, how is the rest of the park, is it really packed ??

 

[Frogki]

Should I go to the WWOHP now or later. I could go whenever time I want but I dont want the crowds. My parents are like "We can go whenever you want" so I dont know. Also, how is the rest of the park, is it really packed ??

Your lucky. I'm jealous! I don't know what you want to do there... If you just want to shop, then I suggest going later when there aren't lines for the shop, if you just want to get on the rides, again, go later. If you want to get into Ollivanders... Errr, go two months ago xD... But seriously, if you want to do everything, just go now and decide what you want to do most when you get there and get right in line for it...

 

[Vyrus]

I'm just now heading home from 3 amazing days at Universal. I don't know if this has been mentioned -- haven't been keeping up with this thread -- but when did they replace the awesome butterbeer mugs with crappy cups? boo. Any ways, I'll be on my laptop later tonight.

The mugs are extra and you have to pay for them.

 

[TheDecemberists]

The mugs are extra and you have to pay for them.

no no no no nooooo. I know that. But they didn't have any mugs. Instead, you could purchase a cup. They still had the mugs for the Hog's Head Ale, though.

I'm guess they made the switch because these new cups are stackable, so they take up less room.

 

[FloRida848]

Your lucky. I'm jealous! I don't know what you want to do there... If you just want to shop, then I suggest going later when there aren't lines for the shop, if you just want to get on the rides, again, go later. If you want to get into Ollivanders... Errr, go two months ago xD... But seriously, if you want to do everything, just go now and decide what you want to do most when you get there and get right in line for it...

Lol, dont be jealous. Its just that my mom is a teacher so she has summer vacation too. Does anyone know if you still have to wait to get inside the WWOHP and if so how long.

 

[Frogki]

Lol, dont be jealous. Its just that my mom is a teacher so she has summer vacation too. Does anyone know if you still have to wait to get inside the WWOHP and if so how long.

There are sometimes waits to get in, mainly in the morning, for about an hour, than it usually clears up....

 

[Buzz Lightbeer]

no no no no nooooo. I know that. But they didn't have any mugs. Instead, you could purchase a cup. They still had the mugs for the Hog's Head Ale, though.

I'm guess they made the switch because these new cups are stackable, so they take up less room.

Nobody knows, but I'm really glad I got two of the mugs before they stopped producing them [forever?].

The real question is, if you showed up with the original mug, would they still fill it with refills?

 

[mantaguy]

The real question is, if you showed up with the original mug, would they still fill it with refills?

I can't think of a reason why they would say no.

@FloRida - If by any time you mean, multiple times because you have an AP, then go now just to see it if nothing else. If not, I'd say wait a while to get the most of it.

About the fans, they were pretty obvious, but even without mist, they certainly work.

 

[Tbad556]

The real question is, if you showed up with the original mug, would they still fill it with refills?

As Mantaguy said, I'm sure they do. They still accept all 3 of my refillable red cups at both parks even though the design has changed several times. All 3 cups are different designs and all three are still accepted. I'd expect this to be the same.

 

[G8rBucsgirl]

Should I go to the WWOHP now or later. I could go whenever time I want but I dont want the crowds. My parents are like "We can go whenever you want" so I dont know. Also, how is the rest of the park, is it really packed ??

If you go now, go in the evening. We usually get there about 5pm, head over to US for some rides then about 8pm head over to WWoHP. Crowds aren't too bad then. So far, we've found that Sunday night is pretty good. 30 min wait for FJ, no waiting for FoH & DC. My kids love FoH and were thrilled to ride it 4 times in a row.

 

[TSSD]

Well I'm off for Orlando! First time at the Wizarding World! I'm boarding my flight now. See you guys next week if I can't get wifi.

 

[emily7793]

Well I'm off for Orlando! First time at the Wizarding World! I'm boarding my flight now. See you guys next week if I can't get wifi.

Have a wonderful trip and take plenty of pictures!

 

[Vyrus]

no no no no nooooo. I know that. But they didn't have any mugs. Instead, you could purchase a cup. They still had the mugs for the Hog's Head Ale, though.

I'm guess they made the switch because these new cups are stackable, so they take up less room.

My turn:

NO NO NO NOOOOO! Are you serious? They don't have mugs anymore?! WTH!!! I haven't been there yet and they stopped making them? Well most of their shelves are empty too so I hope they are filled back up by September, but I wanted a mug, oh well, I'll get a Hogs Head Ale mug and enjoy mah beer.

 

[rinacee]

Yeah, we've discussed the mugs in the merchandise thread I noticed it when I was there this past weekend...and I can CONFIRM that they give you refills--I got two throughout the day with my stein, so yes, they honor the refills in the old cup.
Have fun TSSD!

 

[April]

My friend went to check out HP this morning at around 8:30am and he told me it was a 2 1/2 hour wait. Not sure if he was completely right or not though. I guess I will continue to avoid the area.

 

[Hatetofly]

Just thought I would share I'm in line for the fj right now. Sorry had to brag and its brokedown .