Here’s a question for you, Wisconsinites. Are you a muggle, or a wizard? We don’t care if you’re a Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Slytherin…you definitely need to put October 19-21, 2018 on your calendar, because one of Wisconsin’s biggest festivals will be happening this fall, and you don’t want to miss it. In fact, even muggles will want to attend. Check out this magical festival!
This fall, the quiet streets of Jefferson, Wisconsin will be filled with magic.
For three days, every witch and wizard for miles around will be practicing spells…
Harry Potter Festival/flickr
…checking out owls…
Jefferson Wisconsin’s Harry Potter Festival
…and playing Quidditch. On October 19, 20 and 21, Jefferson will host its second Harry Potter Festival.
Jefferson Wisconsin’s Harry Potter Festival
Previously the wildly successful Festival was held in Edgerton.
City of Edgerton/Facebook The little town of only 5,000 residents was overrun by nearly 50,000 fans during the festival last year. A larger venue was definitely needed!
Jefferson is already excited about this fall’s festival.
City of Jefferson Wisconsin/Facebook Wristbands are on sale now for $11, which includes entrance to the festival. Get yours at City Hall.
Luckily, Jefferson is not as far away as Hogwarts.
Sarah Mae/flickr In fact, this little town’s location makes it perfect - it’s just 30 minutes from Madison. It’s near both Interstate 94 and Interstate 90, so no matter where you’re coming from, it’s a short broom-ride to the festivities.
There’s no word yet on the list of festivities, but one of the highlights of the other festivals was the parade.
Ed Klein/flickr Get out your best wizard robes so you can participate, too!
Make plans to dress up as a family - this event is fun for everyone.
Jefferson Wisconsin’s Harry Potter Festival
A pub crawl can also be expected during the festivities.
John Ong/flickr Butterbeer, anyone?
We can’t wait to see what’s in store for this year’s festival!
Jefferson Wisconsin’s Harry Potter Festival Keep an eye on the latest happening at the festival’s website.
Have you ever attended this festival before? Tell us about your favorite part of the festival!
Harry Potter Festival/flickr
Jefferson Wisconsin’s Harry Potter Festival
City of Edgerton/Facebook
The little town of only 5,000 residents was overrun by nearly 50,000 fans during the festival last year. A larger venue was definitely needed!
City of Jefferson Wisconsin/Facebook
Wristbands are on sale now for $11, which includes entrance to the festival. Get yours at City Hall.
Sarah Mae/flickr
In fact, this little town’s location makes it perfect - it’s just 30 minutes from Madison. It’s near both Interstate 94 and Interstate 90, so no matter where you’re coming from, it’s a short broom-ride to the festivities.
Ed Klein/flickr
Get out your best wizard robes so you can participate, too!
John Ong/flickr
Butterbeer, anyone?
Keep an eye on the latest happening at the festival’s website.
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