New 'Harry Potter' roller coaster to open at Universal Orlando this summer
ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX 13) - Get excited, Muggles! A new "Harry Potter" themed roller coaster will make its debut this summer at Universal's Islands of Adventure in Orlando.
"Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure" is expected to open in June in the Hogsmeade section of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
The roller coaster will replace Dragon Challenge, formerly known as Dueling Dragons.
"For the first time ever, join Hagrid as you fly far beyond the grounds of Hogwarts castle on a thrilling roller coaster ride that plunges into the paths of some of the wizarding world’s rarest magical creatures," Universal said in a statement.
The ride is scheduled to open June 13, 2019.