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First Year at Hogwarts 2026

Last updated: 8/6/2026

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Celebrate 25 years of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone

First Year at Hogwarts campaign artwork with the Philosopher's Stone, Wizard's Chess and Quidditch

7 May 2026 to 7 September 2026

Relive Harry’s very first year at Hogwarts™ and discover how the unforgettable moments of the first film were brought to life. Experience the Hogwarts Great Hall, dressed with Gryffindor™ house banners for the first-year End of Term feast and take part in a brand-new Wizard's Chess photo opportunity inspired by the iconic, high stakes scene.

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See New Spellbinding Demonstrations

Sound effects presentation at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

Learn the filmmaking techniques behind bringing flying lessons and Quidditch matches to life at the Demonstration Stage. Be sure to stop by the Backlot Stage for a brand-new experience, Secrets of Sound Effects, and discover how filmmakers use Foley to bring the Harry Potter™ film series to life on-screen.

Discover Magical Creatures

Hogwarts castle exhibition display at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London

See the original paw mould of Hagrid’s™ three-headed dog, Fluffy, restored by members of the original Creature Effects Department, displayed alongside the original self-playing harp used to lull the dog to sleep.

Book First Year at Hogwarts with a hotel stay

Include the feature in an Official Short Break with Studio Tour admission, your chosen hotel stay and breakfast together in one booking.

Studio Tour admission First Year at Hogwarts is included with your Studio Tour admission on event dates.

Your chosen hotel Choose from carefully selected hotels in London, Watford, Leavesden and the surrounding area.

Breakfast included Breakfast is included at your hotel.

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More Studio Tour features in 2026

First Year at Hogwarts is followed by Dark Arts and Hogwarts in the Snow. Check the event dates before choosing your Studio Tour visit.

Dark Arts

16 September 2026 to 8 November 2026

Get ready for Hallowe’en during the Dark Arts feature. Step into iconic sets from the Harry Potter™ film series in a spookier setting as the lights are dimmed and the Studio Tour is prepared for Hallowe’en.

The Great Hall is filled with floating pumpkins, while Death Eaters and Dementors bring authentic costumes, choreography and duelling demonstrations to the experience.

Hogwarts in the Snow

14 November 2026 to 17 January 2027

Experience the wizarding Christmas seen on-screen brought to life. Original Harry Potter™ film sets are dressed for the festive season, with filmmaking snow, sparkling frost and icicles that never melt.

Discover the Great Hall decorated with Christmas trees and a festive feast, then explore frosted sets including the Forbidden Forest, Diagon Alley and the Hogwarts castle model.

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