Every young witch or wizard anxiously awaits the arrival of their Hogwarts acceptance letter. That letter is the key to unlocking a world of magic. It takes you to Diagon Alley for books and cauldrons and robes. It takes you to Ollivander’s and its shelves of long slender boxes, each filled with a one-of-a-kind wand, …read more!

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Within the Harry Potter series, Slytherins are not typically revered by those outside their own house. For good reason, their shrewd, ambitious natures often prevent them from making friends or allies with those who do not share their values and priorities. Outright champions among them are few, and they are far more well known for …read more!

Harry Potter: Wizards Unite announced a host of themed events and special features for the month of February–all with some nod to the love that defines both legacies and relationships. The first event kicked off yesterday, and others roll out throughout the month, so check out the details below and participate in those that peek …read more!

If you’re planning on doing some last-minute Holiday gift shopping, we’ve got you covered. From DIY presents and gifts supporting fan creators (or gift cards, if you’re needing something fast!), there are endless possibilities for Potter fans this Holiday season! 1) DIY gifts If you’re low on time or want to make a more personal gift, …read more!

Content warning: Descriptions of comments ruled discriminatory and transphobic **Note: this piece is being updated with information and reactions as the story develops** Today, J.K. Rowling tweeted her support for researcher Maya Forstater, who lost her position at an international thinktank due to comments made on social media about transgender and non-binary peoples, found by an employment …read more!

The Weasley twins joined Miraphora Mina and Eduardo Lima at the grand opening of Harry Potter: The Exhibition in Lisbon, Portugal on Saturday, Nov. 16. James and Oliver Phelps have attended numerous exhibition openings over the last decade and are always warmly welcomed by fans of the Harry Potter series. The brothers portrayed Fred and …read more!

Imagine having access to your favorite wizarding world settings–from Hogsmeade to Diagon Alley, the Burrow and Hogwarts!–any time you liked. Tony Rigby has worked a bit of his own magic in this regard, and with no need for Floo Powder or Portkey. He and his family can peruse the streets and courtyards to their hearts’ …read more!

This week, Harry Potter fans will finally be able to watch fan film Sisters of House Black, and we sat down with its creator and star, Kelsey Ellison, to find out how she assembled a team, cast, story and soundtrack to bring her imagining of Narcissa, Andromeda and Bellatrix’s story to life on screen for fans. You may recognise …read more!

Mischief Management announced that Devon Murray will be joining the lineup of special guests for LeakyCon 2020 in Orlando, Florida yesterday! Murray is best known to Potter fans for his portrayal of endearing Gryffindor Seamus Finnegan in the Harry Potter film adaptations of J.K. Rowling’s iconic book series. Finnegan is a fan favorite for his …read more!