If your favourite owl is Hedwig, and not Duolingo, congrats, you’re officially a Potterhead. Whether you’re a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin – it’s okay, we won’t shame you – we can all agree that the Harry Potter hype doesn’t seem to be fading away anytime soon. And rightfully so.
If you find yourself tired of watching birds outside your window waiting for your invitation to Hogwarts, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. This list of Harry Potter-themed experiences will make you feel like Singapore isn’t so far off from our favourite land of magic and wonder. After all, it’s like Dumbledore says, “Of course it is happening inside your head, but why on earth should that mean it is not real?”
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When bingeing this series, you can’t help but wonder if maybe things wouldn’t have gone so haywire if Voldemort simply took some serious downtime and relaxed for a bit. The Wizard’s Brew offers just that, with its zen, cosy, and comfy vibes featuring their cute mock fireplace and wooden chairs.
Besides providing a sanctuary from stress, there’s also tons of themed food to devour that is both delicious and dramatic. Phoenix Fire ($22) and The Witches Hat ($19) are both exciting items on the dessert and cocktails menu that burst into flames for dramatic flair. After all, that’s what being a wizard’s all about, right?
If your eyes welled up when Mcgonogall gifted Harry his first broomstick, be prepared to sob with joy as you mount onto the Nimbus 3000 and live out your Quidditch fantasies. Besides this, there are also 2 cloaks and a wand for customers to borrow for cute photo ops.
If you ever find yourself wanting to reach into the books or movies to get a taste of the food Ron always raves about, make your way to Platform 1094 and devour some delicious themed food. Some of their chef’s recommendations include the Suhnitzel Sous-vide Duck Breast ($19) and Pesto Mayo Pork Ribs ($22).
Besides scrumptious food, there are also cocktails available, like the Goblet of Fire ($15), which is most certainly less intimidating than the series’ version. Once you’re done demolishing your meal, feel free to take a cute picture with props like wands and witch hats readily available for you to borrow.
Remember when you yelled at everyone for being so blind to all the clues and easter eggs dropped throughout the series? Now’s your chance to show just how witty you are by challenging yourself and the gang to The Tiara Society Harry Potter Escape Room. Within one hour, you will be able to overcome a series of challenges in the Secret Chamber room, inspired by the second movie of Harry Potter.
To fully dive into the experience, cloaks, magic wands, and Harry’s glasses will also be available for you to look like our resident favourite main character – without the lightning scar, of course.
Admission:
Contact: The Tiara Society website
Harry Potter: The Forbidden Forest experience may be over but another is coming our way. Keep your eyes peeled for Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, and fangirl over this interactive art experience showcasing all the wonders of this universe.
You will get to explore a bunch of exciting Harry Potter features, including the Knight Bus, Ministry of Magic, The Room of Requirement, and The Pensieve. Though the dates are not out yet, it is said it will begin in the 4th quarter of this year and will also be introducing 2 new environments: The Chamber of Secrets and The Trap Door.
Join the waitlist for this exciting attraction and explore this experience that will most definitely have your jaw on the floor.
If you attempt your hand at Parseltongue in your household or your friend group, chances are they are calling an exorcist in a panic since they haven’t a clue what you’re on about. However, at Bon Appetour’s pop-up experience, A Night At Hogwarts, you can be as nerdy as you like since you’re surrounded by your fellow fans who probably don’t know what you’re saying either but appreciate the spirit.
At this event, there will also be lots of themed food, including their Hogwarts roast turkey with mushroom gravy, liquid luck and of course, butterbeer. After dinner, you can join in on the games, like trivia night, that will be played and stand a chance to win fun prizes. However, if your food baby is weighing you down, feel free to lounge on the couch where Harry Potter movies will be streamed for you to enjoy.
Admission: $68/pax
Venue: Host’s residence at Haig Road, Singapore
Date: Various dates, check website for details
Time: 7pm onwards
Contact: Bon Appetour website
Even if you’re not the biggest fan of science, it’s impossible not to enjoy NewtonShow’s Harry Potter Party, which couples magic with science in an exciting 60- or 30-minute interactive show. Kiddos can try their hand at magic and perform scientific experiments that are Harry Potter-themed and led by professional Hogwarts teachers to prevent experiments from getting a little too exciting.
The hour-long show will include plenty of fun activities, like a Sorting Hat Water Ceremony, Hogwarts House Tournament, and making a Divination Crystal Ball Bubble. The 30-minute show will have kids participating in other exciting activities, like Golden Snitch Craft and Hogwarts Slime.
Admission:
Venue: 887a Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 279896
Date: Various dates, check website for details
Time: Various timings, check website for details
Contact: Newton Show Camp website
Though Hogwarts was in shambles for half the series, they sure did love to throw a good party. At Fizazzle’s Wizard Party, you can dive into the authentic Harry Potter experience and learn magic tricks while educating yourself in a lesson in sorcery.
Within 2 hours, the fun and professional program host will take you through a journey of potion-making and themed games that are both fun and exciting. Excitingly, a Magic & Potions Wonderbox will also be given to each child to take a piece of the magic home with them.
Admission: From $800
Venue: Mobile service – guests can choose the location of event
Date: Various dates available, check website for details
Time: Various timings available, check website for details
Contact: Fizazzle website
Image credit: Hums Joe via Google Maps
While Noosh Noodle Bar isn’t a Harry Potter-themed cafe, their famous Butterbeer ($10.90) has become quite a favourite for many fans of the series.
Besides offering their sweet, creamy, and smooth flavoured Harry Potter drink, this eatery showcases a fusion of Asian and Western cuisine, with vegetarian and gluten-free options as well.
Being a wizard is cool and all, but let’s be honest, muggles get to have their own fun – relaxing without a care in the world while chaos ensues around. Plus, at least we don’t have to worry about the pronunciation of wingardium leviosa. So, instead of fighting for your life figuring out if it’s leviOsa, not levioSA, make your way to Magic Corner and Novelties and try your hand at magic that is far more safe than a wizard’s.
Though there aren’t Harry Potter-themed magic tricks per se, this fun shop still caters to magic enthusiasts, budding magicians, hobbyists or even average people looking for a new pastime. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by their many options, like playing cards and rubik’s cubes, feel free to ask the friendly and helpful owner for help to hone your magic craft.
Unless you’ve got the emotional range of a teaspoon, it’s almost impossible to resist the longing to step into the Harry Potter universe and cast spells, while going on exciting adventures.
Fret not, we’ve got you covered. Whether it’s devouring food or putting on robes, this list of Harry Potter-themed experiences in Singapore will help you blur the lines between reality and fantasy ever so slightly.
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Cover image adapted from: Newtonshow, @fizazzlesg via Instagram
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