This page is all about the many Harry Potter events that will be held in 2018. Whether you want to attend a Comic-Con event, an event being held at Universal Studios, or one of the many other events or gatherings, this is where you will find when and where they are being held, as well as links for more details.
Do you know of an event that should be on here? Please let me know by sending me an email or by leaving details of the event in the comments below. It is helpful if you include a link to the event when you contact me.
Scheduled guests can change without notice. I do my best to keep the information on this page accurate, but please visit each site for the most up-to-date details.
January
The Tour Event - Hogwarts In The Snow
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: November 18, 2017 - February 4, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Few can deny that the most beautiful time of year at Hogwarts is winter and you can experience the magical beauty for yourself with this exhibit. See Christmas trees in the Great Halls, the Gryffindor common room decked out of the winter season, and more. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/the-tour-experience/whats-on#hogwarts-in-the-snow
A Celebration of Harry Potter
(Orlando, Florida, USA)
Date: January 26 - 28, 2018
Location: Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, USA
Details: This will be the 5th annual event that celebrates all things Harry Potter. There will be Q&As, demonstrations, discussion panels, and more, including the following actors: Stanislav Ianevski (Viktor Krum), Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley), Natalia Tena (Nymphadora Tonks), and twins James and Oliver Phelps (Fred and George Weasley). For details go to https://www.universalorlando.com/events/celebration-of-harry-potter/
February
The Tour Event - Hogwarts In The Snow
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: November 18, 2017 - February 4, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Few can deny that the most beautiful time of year at Hogwarts is winter and you can experience the magical beauty for yourself with this exhibit. See Christmas trees in the Great Halls, the Gryffindor common room decked out of the winter season, and more. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/the-tour-experience/whats-on#hogwarts-in-the-snow
Harry Potter Book Night
(World Wide)
Date: February 1, 2018
Location: World 2018
Details: Book publisher Bloomsbury had their first ever Harry Potter Book Night in 2015 and it was so successful that they decided to make it an annual event. The event will be held world wide at any location that chooses to participate. Locations might include book stores, libraries, or any other site that has a love for Harry Potter. There will be games, quizzes, and other fun activities which will vary by location. For details go to http://harrypotter.bloomsbury.com/uk/harry-potter-book-night
South Regional Quidditch Championship
(Auburndale, Florida, USA)
Date: February 10 - 11, 2018
Location: Palmetto Health Fields at Saluda Shoals Park, Columbia, South Carolina, USA
Details: This should be an exciting event as Quidditch teams from Southern states compete for the South Quidditch title to determine who will go on to the National Championship. For details go to https://www.usquidditch.org/events/special/South-RC
Northwest Regional Quidditch Championship
(Salem, Oregon, USA)
Date: February 17 - 18, 2018
Location: Columbia Park in Kennewick, Washington, USA
Details: This should be an exciting event as Quidditch teams from Northwestern states compete for the Northwest Quidditch title to determine who will go on to the National Championship. For details go to https://www.usquidditch.org/events/special/Northwest-RC
Southwest Regional Quidditch Championship
(San Marcos, Texas, USA)
Date: February 24 - 25, 2018
Location: Veterans Park and Athletic Complex, Bryan-College Station, Texas, USA
Details: This should be an exciting event as Quidditch teams from Southwest states compete for the Southwest Quidditch title to determine who will go on to the National Championship. For details go to https://www.usquidditch.org/events/special/Southwest-RC
March
West Regional Quidditch Championship
(Los Angeles, California, USA)
Date: March 3 - 4, 2018
Location: Pioneer Community Park, Peoria, Arizona, USA
Details: This should be an exciting event as Quidditch teams from Western states compete for the West Quidditch title to determine who will go on to the National Championship. For details go to https://www.usquidditch.org/events/special/West-RC
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
April
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
US Quidditch World Cup
(Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA)
Date: Possibly April, 2018 (the date is not yet listed on their site)
Location: Manchester Meadows in Rock Hill, South Carolina, USA
Details: This is it, the event all the Quidditch teams across the United States want to win! The website hasn't been updated since 2015 so I don't know if this event is no longer being held but I'm including it just in case. For details go to http://usqworldcup.com/
May
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
(Milan, Italy)
Date: May 12 - September 9, 2018
Location: Milan, Italy
Details: This looks like an amazing event for people lucky enough to see it. This exhibit includes authentic movie costumes and props, set recreations, quaffle tossing, and more. For details go to http://harrypotterexhibition.it
June
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
(Milan, Italy)
Date: May 12 - September 9, 2018
Location: Milan, Italy
Details: This looks like an amazing event for people lucky enough to see it. This exhibit includes authentic movie costumes and props, set recreations, quaffle tossing, and more. For details go to http://harrypotterexhibition.it
San Francisco Comic Con
(Oakland, California, USA)
Date: June 8 - 10, 2018
Location: Oakland Convention Center in Oakland, California, USA
Details: A fandom convention that will represent the wizarding world that will include actress Bonnie Wright (Ginny Weasley). For details go to https://sanfrancomiccon.com
Downtown Aurora Magic
(Aurora, Illinois, USA)
Date: June 9, 2018
Location: Downtown Aurora, Illinois, USA
Details: The city of Aurora will transform their downtown into a day of magic and wonder for witches and wizards of all ages. For details go to https://downtownauroramagic.org
Denver Comic Con
(Denver, Colorado, USA)
Date: June 15 - 17, 2018
Location: Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado, USA
Details: This is a convention that covers a wide variety of fandoms, including Harry Potter. Several actors are scheduled to be there, including Bonny Wright (Ginny Weasley) and David Tennant (Barty Crouch Jr.). For details go to https://denvercomiccon.com
The Tour Experience - Behind The Seams
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: Select Dates in the Month of June, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Discover secrets about the costume department that made over 25,000 items for all of the Harry Potter movies. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/behind-the-seams
July
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
(Milan, Italy)
Date: May 12 - September 9, 2018
Location: Milan, Italy
Details: This looks like an amazing event for people lucky enough to see it. This exhibit includes authentic movie costumes and props, set recreations, quaffle tossing, and more. For details go to http://harrypotterexhibition.it
The Tour Experience - Harry Potter Quiz In The Great Hall
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: July 5, 12, and 19, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: For the first time ever you can test your knowledge of the Wizarding World while also enjoying butterbeer and a hot meal. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/quiz-night
The Tour Experience - Behind The Seams
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: Select Dates in the Month of July, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Discover secrets about the costume department that made over 25,000 items for all of the Harry Potter movies. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/behind-the-seams
Comic-Con
(San Diego, California, USA)
Date: July 19 - 22, 2018
Location: San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, California, USA
Details: Comic-Con is the ultimate convention for fans of just about any fandom. As of this writing there is very little information about what events they will have but I would be surprised if Harry Potter isn't represented in one way or another. For details go to http://comic-con.org/cci
M.A.G.I.Con
(Adams, Massachusetts, USA)
Date: July 21 - 22, 2018
Location: Greylock Glen in Adams, Massachusetts, USA
Details:Mischievous Appreciation of Greylock & Ilvermorny Convention, or M.A.G.I.Con for short, is a Harry Potter and Ilvermorny fan event, celebrating all things magical! For details go to http://magicalgreylock.com
August
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
(Milan, Italy)
Date: May 12 - September 9, 2018
Location: Milan, Italy
Details: This looks like an amazing event for people lucky enough to see it. This exhibit includes authentic movie costumes and props, set recreations, quaffle tossing, and more. For details go to http://harrypotterexhibition.it
LeakyCon
(Dallas, Texas, USA)
Date: August 10 - 12, 2018
Location: Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas, USA
Details: This is a convention that focuses exclusively on Harry Potter's magical world. There are several actors scheduled, including Stanislav Yanevski (Viktor Krum) and Chris Rankin (Percy Weasley). For details go to http://www.leakycon.com
PotterVerse
(Baltimore, Maryland, USA)
Date: August 17 - 19, 2018
Location: Bethesda North Marriott Hotel in Rockville, Maryland, USA
Details: This three-day event focuses solely on J.R. Rowling's magical world. Scheduled actors include Miriam Margolyes (Professor Sprout) and Dan Fogler (Jacob Kowalski) For details go to https://potterversecon.com
Harry Potter Roller Skating Night
(Glendale, California, USA)
Date: August 25, 2018
Location: The Moonlight Rollerways Skating Rink in Glendale, California, USA
Details: The 6th annual Harry Potter roller skating night looks like a great time for everyone, even those who don't skate. For details go to https://www.facebook.com/HProllerskatingnight
September
The Tour Experience - The Goblet Of Fire
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: March 30 - September 23, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Learn behind-the-scenes secrets of the props used in the fourth film, Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire, including the goblet. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/goblet-of-fire
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
(Milan, Italy)
Date: May 12 - September 9, 2018
Location: Milan, Italy
Details: This looks like an amazing event for people lucky enough to see it. This exhibit includes authentic movie costumes and props, set recreations, quaffle tossing, and more. For details go to http://harrypotterexhibition.it
Salt Lake Comic Con
Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Date: September 6 - 8, 2018
Location: Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
Details: This is a Comic Con event for a variety of fandoms, including Harry Potter actor David Tennant (Barty Crouch Jr.). For details go to http://saltlakecomiccon.com
The Tour Experience - Dark Arts
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: September 28 - November 10, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Examine the Dark Arts this Halloween season, including more than 100 pumpkins that are suspended from the ceiling. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/dark-arts
October
The Tour Experience - Dark Arts
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: September 28 - November 10, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Examine the Dark Arts this Halloween season, including more than 100 pumpkins that are suspended from the ceiling. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/dark-arts
Warriors And Wizards Festival
(Jefferson, Wisconsin, USA)
Date: October 19 - 21, 2018
Location: Jefferson County Fairgrounds in Jefferson, Wisconsin, USA
Details: This festival was previously known as the Harry Potter Festival USA but they were forced to change their name by Warner Bros.. Don't let that fool you, though, as the story of The Boy Who Lived is still the focus of this event, including a couple of lesser known actors from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beast films. For details go to https://warriorsandwizardsfestival.com
Wizarding Weekend
(Ithaca, New York, USA)
Date: October 26 - 28, 2018
Location: Downtown Ithaca, New York, USA
Details: This is a three day event full of activities focused on magic and the wizarding world. Previous years have included Wizard Rock, Wizard Chess, Wand Dueling, Quidditch, Themed food and drink, family activities, Wizarding Classes for youth and adults, and a Magician's Lounge that local businesses transformed into Wizarding Businesses, special effects and so much more. For details go to http://wizardingweekend.com
November
The Tour Experience - Dark Arts
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: September 28 - November 10, 2018
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: Examine the Dark Arts this Halloween season, including more than 100 pumpkins that are suspended from the ceiling. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/dark-arts
College of Wizardry (aka Cowlarp)
(Czocha, Poland)
Date: November 1, 2018
Location: Czocha Castle in Czocha, Poland
Details: If you have ever wanted to go to a magical school for wizards then you have to check this out! A few lucky people who are able to travel to Poland will get to stay in the Polish castle of Czocha and spend several days immersed in wizard school. Classes are held four times throughout the year and tickets sell out quickly so don't delay if you want tickets! For details go to http://www.cowlarp.com
CONjuration
(Atlanta, Georgia, USA)
Date: November 15 - 18, 2018
Location: Marriott Century Center in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Details: This is a convention for fans of magic and other fandoms. It is an immersive and interactive event that includes a Yule Ball, Hunt for the Horcrux "Choose Your Own Adventure" games, educational panels/discussions, fun and easy craft projects, Harry Potter Wizard Wrock Bands, other fantastic celtic and filk musicians, Death Eaters Live Action Games, magicians, Cosplay Contests, Photo Scavenger Hunts, Quidditch Games, Live Wizard Chess & More! For details go to http://www.conjurationcon.com
Christmas In The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter
(Orlando, Florida, USA)
Date: November 17, 2018 - January 6, 2019
Location: Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, USA
Details: The 2017 holiday season was the first year of Christmas magic in Universal Studios's Wizarding World of Harry Potter and that magic continues this year. Christmas decorations will be added to Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade, and Hogwarts, there is a Christmas feast in the two wizarding restaurants, and there is an amazing and beautiful wrap-around light show on the Hogwarts castle. For details go to https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/events/holidays-at-universal/index.html
The Tour Experience - Hogwarts In The Snow
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: November 17, 2018 - January 27, 2019
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: The Studio Tour ends the year by celebrating the Christmas holidays, complete with the Yule Ball and lots of snow. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/hogwarts-in-the-snow-2018
December
Christmas In The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter
(Orlando, Florida, USA)
Date: November 17, 2018 - January 6, 2019
Location: Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, USA
Details: The 2017 holiday season was the first year of Christmas magic in Universal Studios's Wizarding World of Harry Potter and that magic continues this year. Christmas decorations will be added to Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade, and Hogwarts, there is a Christmas feast in the two wizarding restaurants, and there is an amazing and beautiful wrap-around light show on the Hogwarts castle. For details go to https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/things-to-do/events/holidays-at-universal/index.html
The Tour Experience - Hogwarts In The Snow
(Leavesden, England, UK)
Date: November 17, 2018 - January 27, 2019
Location: The Tour Experience in Leavesden, England, UK
Details: The Studio Tour ends the year by celebrating the Christmas holidays, complete with the Yule Ball and lots of snow. For details go to https://www.wbstudiotour.co.uk/hogwarts-in-the-snow-2018
