PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle Returns to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Katie Francis

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PHOTOS, VIDEO: The Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle Returns to Universal’s Islands of Adventure

Darkness has fallen on the village of Hogsmeade at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Dementors and Death Eaters abound; the Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle nighttime show has returned! Shows run nightly, approximately every 20 minutes from dusk until park close.

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After dark, beware of Death Eaters. They appear in between shows, dueling guests and causing mayhem.

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After the Death Eaters depart, Team Members will direct the crowd toward the castle for the show.

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The main show, like other nighttime shows at Hogwarts Castle, is a projection show featuring pyrotechnics.

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Acromantulas overtake the castle grounds.

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Death Eaters are everywhere.

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The Dark Mark is cast over Hogwarts.

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The Dark Lord himself makes an appearance.

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The Patronuses are here to save the day!

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Watch our full video of The Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle below.

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