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Magical Ideas to Celebrate International Harry Potter Day

Are you a fan of the Harry Potter series by J.K Rowling? In 2012,  David Cameron, the Prime Minister of Britain declared May 2nd as International Harary Potter Day. For Potter fans worldwide, today marks the Battle of Hogwarts or the day Harry Potter defeated Lord Voldemort.  If you are searching for fun and magical ideas to celebrate Harry Potter Day, check out the following activities.

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1. Harry Potter Movie Marathon

  • Start a movie marathon for an entire weekend of magical fun.
  • Make your movie marathon a family event.
  • Put on your pajamas or comfy clothes.
  • Serve themed snacks
  • Take trivia breaks.

2. Magical Meal

  • Cook meals inspired by the Harry Potter books.
    • Serve a feast to remember the Battle of Hogwarts.
    • Breakfast at The Burrow
    • Treacle tart or Molly Weasley’s meat pies
    • Serve Chocolate Frogs and Bertie Bott’s Every Flavor Beans

3. Harry Potter Inspired Crafts and Activities

  • Use chopsticks, hot glue, paint, and beads to make wands.
  • Draw or paint the Battle of Hogwarts.
  • Create potion bottle labels.
  • Create clay owls to paint.
  • Put together a Harry Potter themed Lego set

4. Read or Listen

  • Read favorite chapters from the series. Or take turns reading the Harry Potter books aloud.
  • Listen to the audiobooks with cozy lighting and themed snacks.

5. Decorate Like Hogwarts

  • Floating candles (LEDs + fishing line)
  • House scarves, spell books, cauldrons
  • DIY Marauder’s Map or Daily Prophet poster wall.

6. Create a Harry Potter Smash or Bullet Journal Spread

  • Log your favorite spells, quotes, or house pride.
  • Write stories or memories of your experiences with Harry Potter and the Wizarding World.
  • Write fanfiction.
  • Add stickers, washi tape, or hand-drawn icons.

7. Photo Fun

  • Set up a space for photos.
  • Hang a sheet or tablecloth for a backdrop.
  • Add various Harry Potter props.

For Potterheads or fans of the Harry Potter series, diving back into the magical Wizarding World is a perfect way to celebrate International Harry Potter Day! Have fun!

Ways to Celebrate International Harry Potter Day

Are you a Potterhead? Did you know today, May 2nd is International Harry Potter Day? According to the Wizarding World timeline, the Battle of Hogwarts occurred on this day in 1998. The history of the day is the reason to celebrate Harry Potter. If you are looking for ways to celebrate International Harry Potter Day, check out the following ideas.

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  • Movie Marathon: Gather your friends or family to have a movie night. Make popcorn, order pizza, or bake some goodies.  Pick your favorite Harry Potter movie or two to watch. Yes, you can binge-watch the entire series.
  • Read: Cozy up with your favorite Harry Potter book and revisit the magic of the Wizarding World. Use today to start the series over by reading the first book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.
  • Listen to the Books: If your schedule is too busy to sit and read. Listen to the audio version of the books.
  • Harry Potter–Themed Food: In J.K. Rowling’s, Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, Remus Lupin stated, “Eat, you’ll feel better.” Of course, this was after an encounter with a Dementor. Make Harry Potter-related snacks, chocolate frogs, a cake, licorice wands, or bake an entire feast to go with movie night.
  • Host a Harry Potter Craft Day: Create your own wand. Use clay to make a chocolate frog or Wizarding World coins. The possibilities are endless.
  • Play Games: Host a Harry Potter board game night. Or play video games.
  • Listen to a Podcast: Revisit old favorites or find a new podcast focusing on Harry Potter.
  • Play Soundtracks: Listen to the soundtracks from the movies.
  • Lego: Pick up a new Harry Potter-themed Lego set for an impromptu family night creating a piece from the Wizarding World. From the Hogwarts Castle to Hagrid’s Hut, you can find all types of projects to piece together. For added fun, watch the movies while putting the new Lego set together.
  • Online: Find and chat with other fans in your favorite Harry Potter group.

Remember to have fun! Happy International Harry Potter Day!

Harry Potter Drawing Prompts

Today, May 2 is International Harry Potter Day. For die-hard fans, the date also marks the famous Battle of Hogwarts, the final conflict of the Second Wizarding War. Are you spending the day with a Harry Potter movie marathon? If you are searching for a way to keep busy, check out the following Harry Potter drawing prompts.

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Drawing Prompts for International Harry Potter Day

  1. Your Letter
  2. Favorite Store in Diagon Alley
  3. Wand
  4. Hogwarts Express
  5. Castle
  6. Sorting Hat
  7. Your House
  8. Crest
  9. Favorite Teacher
  10. Favorite Course
  11. Broomstick
  12. Troll
  13. Ghosts
  14. Self Portrait in Robes
  15. Favorite Scene
  16. Hippogriff
  17. Giant Spider
  18. Potion Bottle
  19. Ink, Quill, & Parchment
  20. Owl
  21. Portraits
  22. Dormitory/Common Room
  23. Trunk
  24. Pygmy Puff
  25. Favorite Character
  26. Weasley’s Clock
  27. The Burrow
  28. Feast
  29. Quidditch
  30. Triwizard Cup/Maze/Task
  31. Harry Potter

Happy International Harry Potter Day!