• Melbourne

HARRY POTTER™: THE EXHIBITION IS COMING TO MELBOURNE!

février 25, 2025

The groundbreaking, interactive touring exhibition will celebrate
its Australia Premiere in Melbourne this autumn!
Tickets go on sale March 5, 2025


MELBOURNE | February 25, 2025 – Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Imagine Exhibitions, and Eventim Live have announced that Harry Potter : L'exposition is making its Australia premiere in Melbourne this coming April at the Fever Exhibition and Experience Centre. The waitlist for tickets is now live at harrypotterexhibition.com.


The behind-the-scenes exhibition celebrates the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts as seen from the films of Harry Potter et Fantastic Beasts™, as well as the wonders of the extended Harry Potter universe, including costumes, props and imagery from the Tony® award-winning Broadway production Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Guests can experience the beautifully crafted environments that honour many of the unforgettable moments from the films and that fans and audiences have loved for more than two decades, getting an up-close look at everything from original costumes to authentic props as they embark on a personalised journey through innovative, awe-inspiring, and magical environments using best-in-class immersive design and technology.


Following the world premiere in Philadelphia, USA in February 2022, Harry Potter: The Exhibition has since opened in several cities around the world and welcomed over 3.3 million visitors and fans of Harry Potter. It is currently showing in Boston, USA and Madrid, Spain.


“This exhibition celebrates the extended world of Harry Potter like no other touring exhibition has done before,” said Tom Zaller, President and CEO of Imagine Exhibitions. “I have wanted to open in Australia since we began planning and I am so happy to finally launch the waitlist in Melbourne. We can’t wait to share it with visitors, fans and families from all over the country when we open this autumn!”


Tout au long de l'exposition, les visiteurs découvriront tout, de la salle des portraits en mouvement à la célèbre scène de la Grande Salle avec les bougies flottantes, en passant par l'exploration des salles de classe de Poudlard, remplies d'accessoires et de costumes authentiques. La cabane de Hagrid et sa chaise surdimensionnée sont parfaites pour les séances de photos, tout comme le "placard sous l'escalier" de l'enfance de Harry. En outre, des vignettes de Les bêtes fantastiques and costumes from the Tony® award-winning Broadway production Harry Potter and The Cursed Child are included in the exhibition, making Harry Potter: The Exhibition
the most in-depth touring exhibition looking at the entire Harry Potter universe, perfect for both longtime fans and those just starting to experience the magic.

Gallery Highlights

Galerie "De la page à l'écran présente une première édition de Harry Potter et la pierre philosophale Il est entouré de vidéos d'inspiration et de citations littéraires, ce qui permet aux visiteurs de renouer avec l'histoire au fur et à mesure qu'ils découvrent l'exposition. 


Galerie du château de Poudlard propose une expérience multimédia immersive avec des éléments emblématiques tels que le saule gémissant, les Détraqueurs et la carte du Maraudeur, où les visiteurs verront leur nom apparaître, les incitant à poursuivre leur exploration de l'exposition. 


Galerie du Grand Hall est un espace qui permet aux visiteurs de célébrer des moments saisonniers magiques dans son architecture emblématique.

Le Maisons de Poudlard gallery sets the foundation for the exhibition experience, allowing guests the opportunity to experience more personalised moments with the Hogwarts house they select during their pre-registration. While guests may gravitate towards one house, this gallery will enable visitors to experience all the Hogwarts houses in a celebratory hall featuring the iconic Sorting Hat, perfect for photo ops, while surrounded by freshly designed house crests on meticulously created stained glass windows. 


Salles de classe de Poudlard sont remplis d'accessoires, de créatures et de costumes emblématiques. Les visiteurs interagiront avec des leçons et des jeux magiques grâce à des écrans tactiles numériques qui leur révéleront les secrets des coulisses et des moments emblématiques de la classe. Ils prépareront des potions dans la salle de potions, prédiront l'avenir dans la salle de divination, cultiveront une mandragore dans la serre d'herboristerie et utiliseront leur baguette numérique pour vaincre un boggart dans le cours de défense contre les arts obscurs. 


La cabane de Hagrid et la forêt interdite offrent une expérience interactive du charme de Patronus. Les visiteurs découvriront ensuite des créatures emblématiques, telles que les centaures et les acromantules, cachées dans la forêt et exploreront une reconstitution de la cabane de Hagrid. 


Une collection exclusive de Harry Potter : L'exposition merchandise will be available in the onsite retail shop for guests to celebrate their fandom. Fans can choose from a range of products such as apparel, jewellery, and edible treats, including Chocolate Frogs and bottled and draft Butterbeer. There will also be merchandise not available at any other Harry Potter experience. 

Les fans sont encouragés à suivre Harry Potter : L'exposition sur Facebook et Instagram. #harrypotterexhibition @harrypotter_exhibition

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About The Harry Potter Franchise

From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.


J.K. Rowling’s best-selling Harry Potter novels have been brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Les bêtes fantastiques films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter et l'enfant maudit mesmerises on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world.


This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London - Le tournage de Harry Potter et Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo - Le tournage de Harry Potter.


With a new HBO Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves.

For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit www.harrypotter.com

All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s25)



About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences 

Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more. WBDGE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division.


À propos d'Imagine Exhibitions 

Imagine (formerly known as Imagine Exhibitions) is a global leader in immersive storytelling and experiential design, specializing in the development of world-class exhibitions and attractions for museums, studios, IPs, brands, and leisure destinations worldwide. Through its four core services — Exhibitions, Studio, Retail, and Operations — Imagine creates visitor experiences that entertain, educate, and inspire.

Imagine’s Exhibitions division creates, tours, and operates award-winning traveling experiences like Harry Potter: The Exhibition and Downton Abbey: The Exhibition, captivating audiences and driving attendance worldwide. Its Studio plans, designs, and produces both traveling and permanent experiences, offering comprehensive creative services for clients seeking unique, story-driven experiences. The Retail division enhances guest engagement and drives revenue through bespoke product development, store design, and operations, while the Operations team provides extensive consulting, marketing, and operational support, ensuring the seamless and profitable management of visitor experiences across various venues. Imagine is currently producing, presenting or operating more than 40 unique experiences around the globe, spanning museums, science centers, zoos, botanical gardens, integrated resorts, and non-traditional venues. For more information, visit www.theimagineteam.com or follow Imagine on Facebook, Instagram et Linkedin.


About Eventim Live
EVENTIM LIVE is the promoter group of CTS EVENTIM. With a network of 39 promoters worldwide, EVENTIM LIVE is uniquely positioned to offer a wide range of live entertainment experiences tailored to diverse audiences. From large-scale global tours to intimate local concerts and iconic festivals, Eventim Live ensures that fans have access to the most exciting events across various genres and locations. EVENTIM LIVE also excels in the dynamic realm of touring exhibitions, contributing to the cultural exchange that defines this growing segment. 

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