HE Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences have unveiled details about the highly anticipated “Harry Potter: A Riyadh Season Adventure.” This pop-up experience, the first of its kind in Saudi Arabia, will start limited fan previews the last weekend in November at Boulevard City as part of Riyadh Season 2024. Reservations for previews can be made via the Webook platform.
The ticketed pop-up event promises fans an unforgettable journey into a world of magic inspired by the Harry Potter film series. Visitors will explore areas in and around Hogwarts Castle including iconic locations like the Great Hall and the moving staircases. They can even try their hand at a Quaffle-toss in the Quidditch Pitch, pose in front of the majestic castle backdrop, shop at famous wizarding locations including Ollivander’s Wand Shop to purchase a never-before-seen wand, explore Madam Malkin’s Robes for All Occasions, and enjoy exclusive merchandise throughout which can be found only at “Harry Potter: A Riyadh Season Adventure.”
Guests can also indulge in treats at Honeydukes and savor British-inspired dishes and drinks at the Three Broomsticks Food Hall or grab a Butterbeer and Harry Potter-inspired sweets at the Butterbeer bar. With its blend of excitement, interactive activities, and a rich atmosphere, “Harry Potter: A Riyadh Season Adventure” is expected to be an unforgettable destination for fans at Riyadh Season 2024.
About the Harry Potter franchise
From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.
J.K. Rowling’s best-selling Harry Potter novels have been brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child mesmerizes on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world.
This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter.
With a new HBO Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves.
For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit www.harrypotter.com.
About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more.
About Riyadh Season
Saudi Arabia’s capital embraces one of the world’s biggest entertainment events every year during winter. Since the launch of the Riyadh Season in 2019, the festival has welcomed visitors from all over the world to experience thousands of concerts, sporting activities, and other unique cultural events.
For more information, please visit https://riyadhseason.com/en-US
