Universal Orlando Closes ‘Forbidden Journey’ for Maintenance Through Nov. 20
The maintenance window aligns with pre-holiday scheduling for the ride’s complex KUKA-based system.
Overview
- Universal says the attraction is expected to return on or around November 20, with no details released on the specific work.
- Inside Universal shared photos of the park’s attraction board showing Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey listed as “Not Operating Today.”
- Construction walls, temporary signage, and closed queue areas are in place around Hogwarts Castle during the downtime.
- The timing falls between Halloween Horror Nights and the start of winter holiday programming to limit guest impact.
- Fans reacted on social media with disappointment yet general understanding of the short, planned maintenance period.