Merch Madness: All Aboard the LEGO Hogwarts Express!

by · August 22, 2022

It’s time to grab those train tickets and head to Platform Nine and Three-Quarters! The latest Wizarding World merchandise is sure to excite every fan of the magical franchise with an extra-special replica of the Hogwarts Express, new Funko Pop!s, and much more. 

 

LEGO Hogwarts Express

A new collectors’ edition Hogwarts Express LEGO set will be available on August 31. The impressive set is a 1:32-scale replica of the Hogwarts Express train with three compartments, as well as a section of the Platform Nine and Three-Quarters station wall.

Each of the three compartments of the train features a different iconic scene from the films, including Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s first meeting in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone; Professor Lupin fighting off a Dementor in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban; and Luna rescuing Harry from Draco’s attack in Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. The set also includes a depiction of Harry, Ginny, and their children from the ending of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2. 

Once the set is built, the accompanying lever can be used to mimic the motion of a real steam train. The brand-new set also includes 20 minifigures of Potter characters, including Harry, Hermione, Ron, Ginny, and more. The Hogwarts Express LEGO set is currently available for preorder for $499.99.

 

A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Remus Lupin fighting a dementor in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.”A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Remus Lupin fighting a dementor in “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.”
A portion of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Harry and Ginny from the final scene of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part Two.”A portion of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Harry and Ginny from the final scene of “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part Two.”
A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s first meeting from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.”A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Harry, Ron, and Hermione’s first meeting from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.”
A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Luna and Harry from “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.”A section of the Hogwarts Express LEGO set that features Luna and Harry from “Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix.”

 

In honor of the set’s release, LEGO is hosting a competition for fans to win a magical stay on a real-life LEGO Hogwarts Express. The winners will receive a train ride and overnight stay in the Hogwarts Express Common Room Carriage in Yorkshire, United Kingdom. Read more about the competition in the press release below.

Press Release

ALL ABOARD! NOW YOU CAN PLAY AND STAY ON THE LEGO® HARRY POTTER HOGWARTS EXPRESS
 

16th August, 2022: In celebration of the new LEGO® Harry Potter™ Hogwarts Express™ Collector’s Edition set, the LEGO Group is offering fans the opportunity to win the chance to play, build and stay on a real LEGO Hogwarts Express train.

Open to families (two adults and two children) the competition winners will get to take part in a magical adventure along one of the United Kingdom’s most beautiful heritage railway lines. The one-night experience also includes playing with the new LEGO® Harry Potter Hogwarts Express set, a movie screening and a luxury stay in a bespoke carriage, peppered with moments of LEGO and Harry Potter magic.

The prize includes:
• A ride and overnight stay on the LEGO Hogwarts Express train in Yorkshire, United Kingdom
• Dinner and breakfast in the Great Station Hall
• Overnight stay in the Hogwarts Express Common Room Carriage
• Harry Potter Movie screening
• Return travel to Yorkshire to join the train
• Plenty of LEGO Harry Potter sets to play with and the LEGO Harry Potter Hogwarts Express set to take home

The new LEGO set measures a whistle blowing 118cm long and is your ticket to a magical LEGO adventure. Rich in details both inside and out, the model includes the steam engine, the coal car, the passenger car featuring light up bricks, and a spectacular replica of Platform 9 ¾, which can be attached in several different places. The full train sits on a track-display-base and includes a turning lever to activate the wheels.

This set features an impressive twenty LEGO minifigures inspired by four fan-favourite film moments, including the golden trio - Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger, and a never before seen before adult LEGO Harry Potter.

Uncover iconic scenes and quotes from the movies that all link to the train or the platform as you build a magical LEGO Harry Potter world. The set will transport you through the journey from when Harry, Ron and Hermione first meet in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, through to when Albus Severus Potter goes to Hogwarts in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.

Marcos Bessa, LEGO Designer commented: “The Harry Potter movies ignite that feeling of magic within us all. When we were working on this set, we wanted to bring to life different moments from across the movies. Whether your favourite is the original trio meeting on the train or moments from movies later in the series, this set really brings back spellbinding memories from all of our favourite parts of the Harry Potter films.”

The LEGO Harry Potter™ Hogwarts Express ™ Collector’s Edition set is priced at the recommended retail price of £429.99 / €499.99 / $449.99 and is available from 31st August 2022 via LEGO Stores and www.lego.com/hogwarts-express, where you can also find out more and enter the competition. To enter the competition you have to be a LEGO VIP member (which is free to join) and answer a series of questions. Find out more at www.lego.com/VIP

 

Universal Orlando Resort

The Wizarding World theme parks have also debuted some new magical merchandise for Potter fans. An adorable plush rendition of everyone’s favorite Slytherin, Draco Malfoy, is now available for $20 at Universal Orlando Resort. 

Joining the plush of Draco is a Death Eater plush, donning a black robe and a white mask, which is available for $20.

 

A plush of Draco Malfoy is now available at Universal Orlando Resort.

A plush of Draco Malfoy is now available at Universal Orlando Resort.

 

A death eater plush is now available at Universal Orlando Resort.

A death eater plush is now available at Universal Orlando Resort.

 

Continuing in the Dark Arts tradition is a new Death Eater sign featuring the Dark Mark symbol, with green designs along the sides. The sign includes a strip on the back for hanging. It is on sale for $29 at Universal Orlando Resort.

A stone coaster featuring the same Dark Mark is also available for $12. 

What goes better with a Dark Mark coaster than a matching cup? A Death Eater cup, featuring the Dark Mark design and “Morsmordre” written on the side, is on sale for $12. 

 

A new sign featuring the Dark Mark is now on sale at Universal Orlando Resort.A new sign featuring the Dark Mark is now on sale at Universal Orlando Resort.
A stone coaster features the Dark Mark at Universal Orlando Resort.A stone coaster features the Dark Mark at Universal Orlando Resort.
A new Dark Mark cup at Universal Orlando Resort features the Dark Mark on one side.A new Dark Mark cup at Universal Orlando Resort features the Dark Mark on one side.
A new Dark Mark cup at Universal Orlando Resort features “Morsmordre” written on one side.A new Dark Mark cup at Universal Orlando Resort features “Morsmordre” written on one side.

 

Universal Studios Hollywood

Over on the West Coast, the newest merchandise highlights the lighter side of the Wizarding World with Hogwarts House–themed offerings at Universal Studios Hollywood. Four new tote bags – one for each House – are now on sale for $45 each. 

Each tote bag includes three attributes of the House written on the front and a checkered pattern in the House colors with symbols inspired by the House on the inside. Each bag includes a zipper enclosure. 

 

A Gryffindor tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a red handle.A Gryffindor tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a red handle.
The interior of the Slytherin tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of green and silver.The interior of the Slytherin tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of green and silver.
A Slytherin tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a green handle.A Slytherin tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a green handle.
The interior of the Ravenclaw tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of blue and black.The interior of the Ravenclaw tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of blue and black.
A Ravenclaw tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a blue handle.A Ravenclaw tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a blue handle.
The interior of the Hufflepuff tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of yellow and black.The interior of the Hufflepuff tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of yellow and black.
A Hufflepuff tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a yellow handle.A Hufflepuff tote available at Universal Studios Hollywood features the House’s attributes and includes a yellow handle.
The interior of the Gryffindor tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of gold and red.The interior of the Gryffindor tote at Universal Studios Hollywood features a checkerboard design using the House colors of gold and red.

 

New Funko Pop!s

Finally, a new series of Funko Pop!s coming this fall will celebrate several moments and characters from Harry Potter. In honor of the 20th anniversary of the Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets film, new Pop!s will include Harry Potter with Skele-Gro, Hermione Granger with a mirror, Dobby holding Tom Riddle’s diary, and Gilderoy Lockhart with his wand. These Pop!s are available for preorder for $12 each. 

A Funko Shop–exclusive Pop! featuring Harry Potter using Floo Powder at the beginning of the film has also been announced. The glow-in-the-dark Pop! can be preordered for $15.  

Other new Chamber of Secrets–themed Pop!s include a Pop! Ride of Ron Weasley flying the Ford Anglia, which is available for preorder for $25, and a Pop! Town of Professor McGonagall with Hogwarts, available for preorder for $35. 

There are also four Pop! Deluxe items on the way, which depict Neville Longbottom at Honeydukes, Madam Rosmerta at the Three Broomsticks, Remus Lupin at the Shrieking Shack, and Albus Dumbledore at the Hog’s Head Inn. These are available for preorder for $30 each.

 

Four new Funko Pop!s feature characters from “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” including Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Dobby, and Gilderoy Lockhart.Four new Funko Pop!s feature characters from “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets,” including Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, Dobby, and Gilderoy Lockhart.
An exclusive glow-in-the-dark Funko Pop! features Harry Potter using floo powder.An exclusive glow-in-the-dark Funko Pop! features Harry Potter using floo powder.
Two new Funko Pop!s feature Ron Weasley in the flying Ford Anglia and Professor McGonagall outside of Hogwarts castle.Two new Funko Pop!s feature Ron Weasley in the flying Ford Anglia and Professor McGonagall outside of Hogwarts castle.
Four new Funko Pop!s feature Dumbledore outside of the Hog’s Head Inn, Remus Lupin in front of the Shrieking Shack, Neville Longbottom outside of Honeyduke’s, and Madame Rosmerta outside of the Three Broomsticks.Four new Funko Pop!s feature Dumbledore outside of the Hog’s Head Inn, Remus Lupin in front of the Shrieking Shack, Neville Longbottom outside of Honeyduke’s, and Madame Rosmerta outside of the Three Broomsticks.

 

Will you be buying any of the new merchandise? Let us know in the comments!

 

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