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Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience coming soon to Arley Hall, Cheshire, UK 

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Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, in partnership with Thinkwell, have created a truly illuminating new event, coming to Arley Hall in Cheshire, UK later this year. 

Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience will make its debut in the beautiful woodlands of Arley Hall, where visitors will follow a luminescent pathway as evening falls, discovering magical creatures of the wizarding world. Harry Potter fans will know all too well some of the secrets of the Forbidden Forest that we see in the books and films, and you can be sure that this experience will feature some of the forest’s known inhabitants, such as Hippogriffs, centaurs, unicorns and much more. We’re sure you’re bound to spot a Niffler digging around somewhere too! 

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Once you’ve roamed the forest, enjoy delicious food and drinks in a seasonally themed village. There will also be an on-site shop filled with Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts themed goodies to take home with you.

This new, picturesque outdoor experience is suitable for the whole family to attend, and follows a one-way route – so don’t worry about getting lost! Extra measures have been put in place to make the experience Covid-secure too, which you can learn more about at the official website.

Fans can sign up to join the waitlist at [www.hpforbiddenforestexperience.com](https://www.hpforbiddenforestexperience.com) now to receive early access to tickets and information about the experience. We hope this news lights up your day! 

Go behind the scenes of the creation of this Harry Potter inspired Rube Goldberg Machine

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A Rube Goldberg machine is a specially created series of devices that is designed to generate a chain reaction once triggered. For this Harry Potter-themed challenge, the makers of the machine used the likes of Quidditch balls travelling down ramps, rotating brooms and flying Fawkes figures to make the machine truly come to life. 

Many of the references during the Rube Goldberg machine’s journey are taken from the first film, *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone*, celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Some of those standout moments includes a Wizard’s Chess set which emulates the moves Ron takes in the film’s pivotal chess scene, a Hogwarts House Cup on pulleys that generates the actual number of house points won at the film’s climax - and an Invisibility Cloak from WOW! Stuff that floats down to enrobe an 18’ Funko Pop! figure of Harry. 

You can take a look at just how the build team created the finished piece in this exclusive behind-the-scenes video here – as you can see, it’s not an easy feat! 

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There are over 75 products from our global Wizarding World partners, some of which are listed here. Can you spot them in the video?

Featured Wizarding World products from: LEGO, Funko, Qposket, Good Smile Company, Pottery Barn Teen, WOW! Stuff, Mattel, Insight Editions, POP MART and more.

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And there you have it. A veritable smorgasbord of Harry Potter products brought to life – not with magic – but with the help of a very talented build team.  

Keep an eye out for future surprises to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter film throughout this year!  

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child launch Curtain Call AR experience with Portal

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In a completely new, cutting edge Wizarding World partnership with Facebook, the *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*’s new Curtain Call experience allows users – and up to three of their friends – to transform into characters from the hit stage play during Portal-to-Portal video calls.

Fans will also be able to try out these new filters and backdrops on other platforms too. Using AR technology, this new feature is a fully digital experience, enabling fans to place themselves in three wizarding world locations and cast magical effects on each other as they chat. Fans can pick the Great Hall of Hogwarts, the Ministry of Magic or the Edge of the Forbidden Forest (based on Christine Jones’ innovative set designs) for their settings, then digitally dress themselves up as one of 12 key characters from the award-winning play. Choices, choices... 

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Whether it’s wearing Harry Potter’s famous glasses  or rocking the white-blond hair-do of Scorpius Malfoy, users will get the chance to digitally don many wigs, make-up looks and costumes – all inspired by the real-life designs from award-winning Costume Designer, Katrina Lindsay.

And as well as different filters and effects, keep an eye out for some extra-special easter eggs throughout the experience too... 

In addition to Curtain Call, these three new wizarding world backgrounds can also be used through Portal’s Photo Booth app. And if fans don’t have Portal, not to worry. Users can also find the AR character masks on Instagram and Facebook too. For now, fans can dress up like Moaning Myrtle or be made over like Albus Potter, and there will be more characters to step into the shoes of very soon. For all aspiring theatre-kids out there, consider this your own personal dress rehearsal!  

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This is one of the first times Portal has connected user’s AR experiences across screens in a collaborative, multi-participant environment, where everyone can experience the AR effects simultaneously. What better than the magic of the Harry Potter stories to celebrate this new technology in style? 

[You can learn more about the latest news from Cursed Child, including updates on productions reopening, at our hub.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)


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Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery reveals new Chocolate Frog feature 

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Feeling hungry for more *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery* updates? Say no more. The mobile game’s latest challenge is all about the wizarding confectionary Chocolate Frogs, inviting players to complete existing in-game tasks to collect Chocolate Frog cards. Just like in the books and films, Chocolate Frog cards will feature different esteemed wizards, such as Albus Dumbledore and Garrick Ollivander. New cards will be added over time to each new seasonal Chocolate Frogs event – so watch out for more to collect. 

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While the inaugural Chocolate Frogs event will go on until 16th August, there will also be a Scavenger Hunt taking place between 19th July and the 25th. Clues will be posted all over *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery*’s social channels, hinting at where to find frogs in in-game locations. Players will be rewarded with free energy, the more they find. 

On top of that, there will be added rewards for people who collect full sets of Chocolate Frog cards, where you can win in-game consumable items and valuable prizes. 

So, if you fancy having a go at this new quest – hop to it! 

Developed by Jam City and published under the Portkey Games label, *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery* invites fans to create their own Hogwarts story, putting themselves at the centre of the narrative. The award-winning RPG is available to download, for free, on Google Play and the App Store. 

Learn more about *Harry Potter: Hogwarts Mystery* at the [official website.](https://www.harrypotterhogwartsmystery.com/)

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood to reopen with new features 

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In the wake of Covid-19 closures across the world, Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood was one of many venues forced to temporarily close. Now, 15 months later, it’s back – with new features, such as a “Storytelling Showcase”, a new and expansive Warner Bros. Studio Store and a fresh grand finale called “Action and Magic Made Here” which celebrates the DC Universe alongside the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts series. 

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Upon arrival, guests will be greeted at a new Welcome Centre – and will also be able to explore a new Studio Store, packed to the brim with exclusive merchandise from all their favourite film and TV titles. 

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As for new features – the “Storytelling Showcase” examines the history of Warner Bros., from its origins as a cinema chain in 1923, all the way up to present day.  Then there is “Action and Magic Made Here”, where fans can experience the universe of DC but also step behind the scenes of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts – with all new interactive experiences, props, costumes, and photo and selfie opportunities to look forward to.

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If you’ve never been to the Studio Tour before, expect to be able to test your wand choreography skills, learn more about the magical creatures from Fantastic Beasts in Newt Scamander’s shed – and visit Hogwarts’s immaculate Great Hall recreated set for a special Sorting Ceremony. You can download our very own Harry Potter Fan Club app (on [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/harry-potter-fan-club/id1427926466) and [Google Play](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wwdfe.goog.wizardingworld&hl=en_GB&gl=US)) to get sorted into your Hogwarts house before you arrive – which we guarantee will enhance your experience... You’ll even get a chance to meet the famous Sorting Hat itself.  

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Danny Kahn, VP and General Manager said of the reopening: “Entertainment is about connecting with fans and we are thrilled to welcome guests back to the tour after a more than 15-month hiatus. Our new experiences will take guests on a journey through our history, how we bring stories to life and celebrate the DC Universe and Wizarding World.” 

[Learn more about Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood at their official website.](https://www.wbstudiotour.com/hollywood-made-here/)

Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone to be re-released with Magical Movie Mode

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As part of the 20th anniversary celebrations for *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone*, Magical Movie Mode will be released on 17th August – and will arrive jam-packed with filmmaking secrets, spell incantations, trivia, fun activities and curiosities. 

This new release includes several special features as you watch the film, including a director’s commentary from Chris Columbus, deleted scenes, quizzes testing your potent knowledge of a vast array of topics from the film,and special graphic and audio features that will pop up on select scenes. See what new things you can learn about the beloved first film of the Harry Potter series. 

This is only one part of the many 20th anniversary celebrations you can expect to see this year, as we approach nearly two decades since *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone* first hit our cinema screens. Keep an eye out for more announcements soon. 

Immerse yourself in two brand new wizarding virtual reality experiences at the Harry Potter flagship store New York

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Harry Potter fans can now immerse themselves in the wizarding world like never before as WarnerMedia, in partnership with the creative teams at Wevr and Keylight and VR industry leaders Dreamscape Immersive, open two brand new virtual reality adventures, at the Harry Potter flagship store in New York.

Fans can become part of the adventure with these two unique experiences – ‘Chaos at Hogwarts’ and ‘Wizards Take Flight’.

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If you have always dreamed of attending a wizarding school, why not step into ‘Chaos at Hogwarts’? You and up to five other friends can make the iconic journey from King’s Cross Station to Hogwarts castle – where magical mysteries and creatures await! Follow Dobby the house-elf throughout the castle, casting spells and discovering secrets as you embark on this social free roam adventure. You will be fully immersed with your own virtual avatar – and you’ll be able to see those of your fellow adventurers too. 

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Or maybe you would prefer to try ‘Wizards Take Flight’? In a first for fans of the Wizarding World, you and five others will sit upon your own individual broomsticks, and join Hagrid in flight, as you prepare to battle Death Eaters while soaring across the skies of London and fly freely around the grounds of Hogwarts. As with ‘Chaos at Hogwarts’, you’ll also be able to see your fellow flying companions.

Both of these experiences have sound-effects and haptics that that will ensure you are fully immersed in these adventures. You’ll be able to feel the wind on your face and the level of realism will be unlike anything fans have experienced before. You’ll also be able to choose from multiple avatars – why not show off your house pride?

These two exciting escapades can be found at the VR adventure pods in the Harry Potter flagship store New York. Here you will use state-of-the-art VR technology to give you the best VR experience – including headsets, backpacks, hand and foot trackers and (what we find most exciting) a physical wand!

Starting today, fans can purchase advance tickets for both these experiences. Timed reservations are available from the 15th July to 15th August and we would recommend pre-booking to ensure you don’t miss out. And if you purchase VR tickets, you will not need to register in the Harry Potter New York virtual queue and may proceed to the front of the line when you arrive!

You can find more information and book your thrilling virtual reality adventure at Harry Potter New York here: [www.harrypotterstore.com/tickets](https://www.harrypotterstore.com/tickets)

Harry Potter: The Exhibition to launch in Philadelphia in 2022

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This all-new innovative behind-the-scenes exhibition, which explores the films and stories of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts and Cursed Child, is set to tour globally in Latin America, the Asia-Pacific Region (APAC), Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) once it launches next year. The exhibition is an exciting collaboration between Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, Imagine Exhibitions and, EMC Presents and Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment, which aims to bring the latest innovations in a new immersive design and spellbinding technology to fans across the world.

Visitors can expect brand new opportunities to discover unique environments and newly created installations, themed around your favourite Wizarding World characters, locations and moments. Expect authentic props and costumes from the films to be on display – plus many more magical surprises. 

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“This exhibition will be unlike any other Wizarding World touring exhibition,” said Peter van Roden, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment. “The inclusion of technology, attention to detail and integration of magical touches created by our partners at Imagine Exhibitions is truly unique. We are elated to be launching the world tour at the Franklin Institute and for fans to be able to have another way to experience the Wizarding World.” 

So, visit [www.HarryPotterExhibition.com](https://www.HarryPotterExhibition.com) for the latest news, tour stops and ticket availability. And get ready for the launch in Philadelphia! 

Cursed Child re-openings update: North America to return with reimagined productions and Toronto’s premiere now set for 2022

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Today, we bring exciting news for Harry Potter fans and theatre-goers alike. Across the pond, the magic of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is set to return to theatres with reopening dates for North America now confirmed! The show will return in New York, San Francisco, and premiere in Toronto as a newly staged, single play experience with more magic per minute. Expect the show to keep all the amazing illusions with some enchanting new staging. Here are the all-important dates you need to know.

New York – Returns to the Lyric Theatre November 16 <br>
San Francisco – Returns to the Curran January 11 <br> 
Toronto – To premiere at the Ed Mirvish Theatre May, 2022 <br> 

Pre-sale tickets for New York will begin rolling out on 7th July for Gold Members, 8th July for Harry Potter Fan Club members, and with public sale soon to follow on the 12th. San Francisco Gold Members will have their chance at a pre-sale on Wednesday 14th July, 15th July for Fan Club members and a public sale date on 21st July. If you’re based in Toronto, ticket dates will be announced at a later date – so keep looking out. 

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When the play returns to the stage across the US and Canada, it will be the same exciting story meticulously restaged by the show’s original creative team during lockdown. So, naturally, audiences will now only need one ticket to see the production in North America, at one performance during an afternoon or evening. And for those wondering – the equally thrilling original two-part production of *Cursed Child* will continue to run in London.

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Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender said: “We are delighted to announce that *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*, which since its triumphant opening in New York and San Francisco has seen record breaking numbers of people spellbound by the wizardry on stage, will be returning in North America in a new, re-imagined version that audiences can see in one afternoon or evening.

This is an unprecedented moment in theatre history. After being closed for more than 15 months, almost all of Broadway and theatre across North America will return before the end of the year. Given the challenges of remounting and running a two-part show in the US on the scale of *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*, and the commercial challenges faced by the theatre and tourism industries emerging from the global shutdowns, we are excited to be able to move forward with a new version of the play that allows audiences to enjoy the complete *Cursed Child* adventure in one sitting eight times a week.

*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is already the longest-running two-part play in Broadway history. The new version of the play has the potential to thrill audiences for many years to come.

Though the global shutdowns were awful and devastating on so many levels, they afforded us, as theatre-makers, the rare opportunity to reunite with our award-winning creative team who fully embraced the challenge of creating a new single part version of the play that would be a compelling theatrical experience in its own right and stand shoulder to shoulder with the original two-part version. It’s been the most wonderful process of rediscovery to bring this new spectacle to life while still delivering all the amazing magic, illusions, stagecraft, and storytelling set around the same powerful narrative, that has enthralled audiences and critics alike.

Bringing Harry Potter to the stage to cast its spell on audiences in North America has been an extraordinary journey. We want to thank our creative team, associates, cast, crew, and all those who have tirelessly worked on the production for their unflagging support and commitment as we embark on the next leg of our journey.

*Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* is a story about community, family, and the power of friendship, a story that reminds us that together and united we have the strength to overcome all odds. It’s a story of our time and we can’t wait to share this new version of our play with our amazing audiences in North America. We’ve missed you enormously and look forward to welcoming you back to Hogwarts. That’s the magic of the theatre—It’s every bit as alive as the portraits hanging on Hogwarts’ walls. Because for all of us… it’s time to believe in magic again.”

The show’s creators Jack Thorne and John Tiffany reflect: “We are incredibly excited to be returning to the US with this reimagined *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child*. We've been working hard on this new version throughout lockdown and it's been a joyous process of rediscovery. It has given us a unique opportunity to look at the play with fresh eyes and we have been inspired by the entire creative team every step of the way.”

J.K. Rowling, who conceived the eighth Harry Potter story with Thorne and Tiffany added:

"Collaborating on *Harry Potter and the Cursed Child* has been one of the great joys of my professional life. While no one would wish for what has happened over the last year, it has given Jack, John and the first-class creatives who first breathed life into the production the opportunity to revisit the play, and to find a new way to frame our story — with amazing illusions and some exquisite new staging— all the while keeping our original story intact.  I’m so proud to be associated with this new, reimagined version, and to be able to welcome back audiences to the Lyric, Curran and Ed Mirvish theatres."

Visit the [HarryPotterOnStage.com](https://www.harrypottertheplay.com/) to learn more about its triumphant return to the stage in North America. We can’t wait for those curtains. 

__For more news, features, quizzes and behind-the-scenes videos from Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, [why not visit our hub?](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/cursed-child-collection)__

Bloomsbury celebrates rescheduled Harry Potter Book Night 2021 with interactive Diagon Alley experience 

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Discover the [secrets of Diagon Alley](https://www.bloomsbury.com/diagonalley) with this year’s Harry Potter Book Night, which will be taking place physically and digitally in different ways! 

For those unfamiliar with Harry Potter Book Night, the event takes place each year (usually in February) and calls upon libraries, schools, book shops and various other venues to host their own celebrations about reading and the wizarding world. For example, dressing up as iconic Harry Potter characters is usually encouraged!

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Due to Covid-19 restrictions across the world, large-scale gatherings may not be possible at the time of Book Night. As such, UK publishers Bloomsbury have ensured that any activities and ideas can be easily adapted to any group size, and as many as possible will be suitable for virtual online events. 

One particular virtual event to enjoy is this new [Diagon Alley microsite ](https://www.bloomsbury.com/diagonalley/) where you can roam the cobbled streets for yourself! This interactive recreation of Diagon Alley, as illustrated by Jim Kay, involves your favourite wizarding shops, so you can be like Harry and pretend you’re getting ready for Hogwarts and play activities along the way.

For everything else you need to know about this year’s celebrations, wherever you may be, the [Bloomsbury website has more details](https://harrypotter.bloomsbury.com/uk/harry-potter-book-night/). And if you’re old enough, the social media hashtag to look out for is simply #HarryPotterBookNight – so you can see how other fans are commemorating this day. 

If you’re reading Harry Potter for the first time, you may be interested in our new hub, [Harry Potter Reading Magic](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/starting-harry-potter), where we’ll be poring through the pages of *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s/Sorcerer’s Stone* for five weeks. You can expect contributions from Bloomsbury, among other friends, during this time – so do come and join us once you’ve celebrated Harry Potter Book Night!

Introducing Harry Potter: Reading Magic

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Over the summer, we’re bringing you a huge digital celebration of the first Harry Potter book, *Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone/Sorcerer’s Stone*, that we’re calling Harry Potter Reading Magic!

During the next five weeks, children and families are welcomed to the [Starting Harry Potter hub](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/starting-harry-potter) right here on wizardingworld.com, where you can discover more about the exciting story and themes of the first book and have some fun along the way.

[Week One awaits you here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/week-one-the-magic-begins)

[Week Two awaits you here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/collections/week-two-discovering-the-wizarding-world)

Watch this space for future updates!

And this year, Harry Potter Reading Magic sits alongside Bloomsbury’s rescheduled 7th annual Harry Potter Book Night on 24th June, with fans all over the world joining in magical events and activities themed around Diagon Alley.

Over five weeks, young audiences, with their parents and carers will be able to get to know more about the iconic characters of the wizarding world including Hagrid, Professor McGonagall and of course Dumbledore, as well as discover more about Hogwarts and its magic.  Look forward to chapter challenges, quizzes, craft activities and enjoy specially curated weekly themes that will help journey young readers through the first book.

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Housing easy to follow tips, Harry Potter Reading Magic will also feature handy guides for parents, carers, and teachers alike to aid them in making reading fun and keeping kids entertained during the school holidays. Expect contributions from many friends of ours, such as Bloomsbury in the UK, Scholastic in the US and Pottermore Publishing.

To celebrate this summer of Reading Magic, the first Harry Potter audiobook is available to stream free on Alexa from [Audible](https://www.audible.co.uk) beginning on June 23rd and throughout the month of July by saying: “Alexa, read Harry Potter Book One.”

[You can read all about Alexa’s several Wizarding World activities here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/guide-to-all-the-wizarding-world-activities-you-can-play-on-amazon-alexa)

So, join us today as we examine chapters 1-3 of the first book, with four more weeks of fun soon to follow! You can start your journey with us (and Harry!) [right here.](https://www.wizardingworld.com/features/week-one-the-magic-begins)

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New Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition to open in London this July 

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Get ready for the Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition, a brand-new space where fans can experience some of the key moments from the film series, alongside celebratory displays for Fantastic Beasts and Cursed Child too. 

Based in Covent Garden, the brand new attraction features never-seen-before photographs and behind-the-camera moments from all eight Harry Potter films. This trip down memory lane comes in the 20th anniversary year of the first Harry Potter film too – so get ready to feel extremely nostalgic! 

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The Photographic Exhibition is not a traditional gallery – there are other pieces of magic to get excited about too. Fans are able to get in some amazing photo opportunities using green screen technology featured in the space, inviting you to immerse yourself in Harry’s world in different ways. For example, you can pretend to fly a broom, don Hogwarts robes, and even pose for your own Ministry of Magic Identification Card.

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In fact, the Photographic Exhibition is split up into sections celebrating different locations of the wizarding world to make you feel even more immersed. Expect dedications to the likes of Platform Nine and Three-Quarters and the Ministry of Magic as you walk through the space, alongside many more enchanting surprises. 

The Harry Potter Photographic Exhibition is open from July 12th. [Learn more and book tickets in advance here.](https://harrypotteronlocation.co.uk/)