Explore Hogwarts and beyond at Abu Dhabi's Harry Potter Exhibition
Abu Dhabi: Exciting news for fans of the wizarding world! Ticket sales have officially started for the enchanting Harry Potter: The Exhibition, which will open its doors in Abu Dhabi on July 25th. Making its debut in the UAE at Manarat Al Saadiyat, this globally acclaimed exhibition promises an unforgettable journey into the magic of Harry Potter.
Booking details
Tickets started going on sale today at 12pm, with standard admission beginning from Dh115. VIP experiences offer flexible entry, priority access, exclusive commemorative items, complimentary audio guides, and special tote bags containing surprise collectibles.
Immersive wizarding adventures
This comprehensive exhibition delivers interactive experiences where guests can:
Choose their unique Patronus
Practice magical spellcasting
Test Quidditch abilities
Create potions through hands-on brewing
Smart wristbands track visitor interactions, generating customized experiences that connect to personal profiles throughout the magical journey.
Gallery experiences
From Page to Screen features an original Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone first edition housed within a Gringotts-inspired vault, complemented by inspirational literary quotes and engaging video content.
Hogwarts Castle showcases multimedia presentations including the menacing Whomping Willow, ethereal Dementors, and the mystical Marauder's Map, where guests discover their names appearing as part of the interactive experience.
The Great Hall recreates the beloved architectural marvel, allowing visitors to celebrate enchanting seasonal festivities within its iconic walls.
Hogwarts Houses Gallery enables exploration of all four houses in a magnificent ceremonial hall. The authentic Sorting Hat provides perfect photo opportunities while custom-designed stained glass windows display meticulously crafted house emblems.
Classroom Adventures bring learning to life through original props, mythical creatures, and authentic costumes. Digital touchscreens unlock behind-the-scenes mysteries as visitors engage in subject-specific activities: brewing concoctions in Potions class, exploring future predictions in Divination, cultivating mandrakes in the Herbology Greenhouse, and wielding digital wands against boggarts during Defense Against the Dark Arts lessons.
Hagrid's Domain and Forbidden Forest present interactive Patronus charm workshops alongside encounters with magical beings including centaurs and giant Acromantula. A faithful recreation of Hagrid's cozy hut invites thorough exploration.
Since premiering in Philadelphia during February 2022, this touring sensation has captivated over 3.5 million visitors across multiple continents. Current installations operate in Salt Lake City, Krakow, and Melbourne, demonstrating widespread international appeal.
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences partners with Imagine, Eventim Live, Proactiv Entertainment, Abu Dhabi's Department of Culture and Tourism, and Miral to deliver this extraordinary experience.
The exhibition showcases elements from Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, plus exclusive content from the Tony Award-winning Broadway sensation Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. An exclusive retail collection offers unique merchandise unavailable at other Harry Potter destinations.
This exhibition promises to transport fans into magical realms through innovative immersive design and state-of-the-art technology, creating unforgettable memories for visitors of all ages.
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