Harry Potter ‘Back to Hogwarts’ 2025 Celebrations Revealed

Wizards, witches and Muggles – wands at the ready! The countdown to Back to Hogwarts has begun, and this year’s festivities are set to be more magical than ever!

Every 1^st September, Harry Potter fans mark the iconic return to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Now, nearly almost a quarter of a century since the first film enchanted audiences, this beloved tradition has grown into an annual global celebration of all things Harry Potter.

20 Years of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Celebrate two decades of Triwizard Tournament thrills with special Back to Hogwarts screenings of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in cinemas worldwide. In the United States, fans can relive the epic adventure on the big screen for a limited time through the Back to Hogwarts official ticketing partner – Fandango.com – and have a chance to get their hands on magical Harry Potter giveaways as part of the celebrations. Theatres in Canada, EMEA and International Territories will all be joining in the fun – check local listings and https://www.harrypotter.com/news/how-were-celebrating-back-to-hogwarts-2025 for details.

Magic Meets Snapchat

Introducing four brand new 3D Harry Potter Bitmoji Lenses with Friends! From mid-Aug in honour of Back to Hogwarts, Snap users globally will be able to see their Snapchat Bitmoji (decked out in the latest Back to Hogwarts themed fashion drop, naturally) take a trip into the wizarding world!

Watch as your Bitmoji interacts with your friends’ Bitmojis in four different iconic Harry Potter scenes – Hogwarts Letters at the Dursleys’, Platform Nine and Three-Quarters, Putting names into the Goblet of Fire, and the Wizard Chess scene from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. 

Global Fan Festivities

Back to Hogwarts celebrations are happening everywhere and this year’s revelries are sure to make memories worthy of Dumbledore’s Pensieve! Look out for celebratory Back to Hogwarts themed moments at Harry Potter destinations around the world – including park lands at Universal Destinations & Experiences, Warner Bros. Studio Tours, and various Harry Potter travelling experience locations globally.

Japan

• Tokyo, 29^th Aug – 31^st Aug: Baseball fans attending Saitama Seibu Lions games can look forward to a special Back to Hogwarts collaboration with Harry Potter x Lions. Fans can get their hands on bespoke products and visitors on the 29^th will also be able to watch as a cast member from Harry Potter and the Cursed Child makes the ceremonial pitch!

China

• Shanghai: 7^th Aug – 10^th Aug: In honour of Back to Hogwarts season, fans will be able to enjoy both Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban and Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire in Concert.
• Hangzhou: 30^th Aug – 1^st Sept: Look forward to a special Back to Hogwarts celebration in Hangzhou’s West Lake District. Expect celebratory photo opportunities, a first glimpse at brand new products and a host of magical fun.
• Find out more by visiting the official Harry Potter Chinese social channel.

Singapore

• Visitors to Harry Potter: Visions of Magic with a valid ticket, arriving dressed in their favourite house attire have the chance to win complimentary gifts with other surprises on site.

Australia

• Fans in Melbourne, Australia can take advantage of a special ticket offer available on 1^st Sept at Harry Potter: The Exhibition.

Online

• Don’t miss the Back to Hogwarts Showcase at 10:40 BST / 05:40 ET, which will be available on YouTube, TikTok and Instagram. Expect news, updates and announcements for the year ahead.

There are more Back to Hogwarts activities and events yet to be announced, visit www.harrypotter.com to stay up to date, get Sorted into your Hogwarts house, and join the Harry Potter Fan Club.

SOURCE Warner Brothers