No need to cross the Channel to dive into the world of the famous bespectacled wizard. This year, it's in Brussels where the magic happens with Harry Potter™ : The Exhibition, set up at Brussels Expo. And with Christmas holidays just around the corner, here's an getaway that could very well win over the whole family with winter outings. Magic wand optional, wonder highly recommended.
The world's largest traveling Harry Potter exhibition
With more than 4.6 million visitors around the world, the exhibition has already turned plenty of heads before setting up camp in Belgium. Presented as the most comprehensive ever dedicated to the saga, it takes visitors behind the scenes of the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films, among collectible items, original costumes, and life-size sets.
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The perfect chance to discover up close the accessories that accompanied Harry, Hermione and Ron throughout their adventures, and to rediscover all the magical details of the world imagined by J.K. Rowling. Enough to spark some wonderful memories for those who grew up with the saga. And definitely make you want to binge-watch all eight films wrapped up in a cozy blanket.
From Quidditch to Mandrakes, Hogwarts Comes Alive
Here, there's no simply gazing at costumes behind glass. The Harry Potter exhibition in Brussels also focuses on interactivity, with several experiences directly inspired by the films. Visitors can notably try their hand at Quidditch, encounter the famous mandrakes, and explore different iconic universes from the saga. All of this within a succession of immersive sets that make you feel like you've left Brussels behind for the corridors of Hogwarts. Fans of Fantastic Beasts haven't been forgotten either, as the exhibition also celebrates this other chapter of the wizarding world. A wonderful opportunity to dis
discover the secrets behind a franchise that continues to captivate generations of fans.A magical getaway to enjoy during the Christmas holidays
Good news for Lille residents: Harry Potter™ : The Exhibition stays at Brussels Expo until January 3, 2027, covering the entire Christmas break. An outing that comes at just the right time to fill December days, between family meals and a few hot chocolates. Accessible from Lille in around an hour by train to Brussels, the Belgian capital also offers the chance to extend your day with its festive lights and holiday atmosphere. All that's left is to choose between a visit to the Christmas market and a few hours in the wizarding world. Or, let's be wild, both.
Harry Potter™ : The Exhibition
Brussels Expo - Hall 2, Place de Belgique 1, 1020 Brussels (Belgium)
Until Sunday, January 3, 2027 inclusive
Official website and ticketsterie