![]() ![]() …but rest assured it will pay off (maybe in the form of a butterbeer?) in the end! ![]() Planning a Harry Potter themed party can sometimes feel like a game of Quidditch… there’s a lot that goes into planning, and it might feel chaotic at times… What I like most about the schedule of classes idea is that it’s a concept that gives structure to the party planning process from beginning (invitations) to the end! Broomsticks, Bludgers, and Butterbeer – Oh My! Period 5: Potions Class: Every child makes and bottles their own “Skele-Gro” slime to take home. Period 4: Lunch & Dessert in the Great Hall They’ll travel through time with a Time Turner, materialize a Hogwarts Express, magically suspend the guest of honor in mid-air and more! Period 3: Advanced Magic Class: Witches and wizards love my Harry Potter-themed magic show. Period 2: Wand Ceremony: Adapt a game of “Pass the Parcel” so that a wand chooses every wizard. ![]() Do they belong in belong in Gryffindor, Huggflepuff, Ravenclaw, or Slytherin? Period 1: The Sorting Hat – every child takes turns wearing the Sorting Hat. Then, upon arrival, each child gets a schedule with the different “classes” (activities) they’ll be taking. What if…you send out invitations to your child’s party that look like letters of acceptance to Hogwarts? City Cakes, located at 251 W 18th St, New York, NY 10011 and The Butterfly Bakeshop, 47-09 30th St, Long Island City, NY 11101. Two of my favorite spots for made to order Harry Potter cakes are…. Served hot or cold, the the cream soda-meets-butterscotch flavor of Butterbeer is a favorite beverage among witches and wizards.Ĭheck out these recipes to add this magical taste from the wizarding world to your party. These chocolate frogs won’t hop out of their boxes before they’re eaten like in the books, but the children will hop with joy when they see them!Ĭheck out this recipe from Bake Love Give. This Ministry of Magic Toilet Harry Potter Decal Sticker is pretty clever, and no writing is required! Food and DrinksĬompliment the standard children’s party fare (hamburgers, pizza, chicken fingers, etc) with these sweet treats from Hogsmeade. You can buy them on Amazon, or follow these step-by-step instructions to make your own.ĭelight kids and adults by hanging this Platform 9 3/4 Shower Curtain between rooms. Decoration IdeasĪpparate your guests into the Wizarding World with these decorations and the Harry Potter motion picture soundtrack. Some of the most magical parties I’ve performed at have been in apartments across NYC. Step inside and you can easily imagine you’re in Hogwarts Castle.ĭon’t overlook your own apartment. 86th St on the 2nd Floor, is a unique and versatile performance space that features gorgeous Tiffany stained glass windows. The Balcony Space at the Center at West Park Located at 1011 Third Ave (at 60th St.), Dylan’s Candy Bar is a really fun spot for Harry Potter themed parties in NYC. Visit their website for more info about private events.īertie Botts Beans, Chocolate Frogs, and wands - oh my!Ĭelebrate at Dylan’s Candy Bar, and you’ll feel just like you stepped into Honeydukes in Diagon Alley. Pier Sixty will even be temporarily transformed into a replica of Hogwarts Great Hall this summer. Pier Sixty at Chelsea Piers is one of the most flexible and expansive event spaces in New York City. Visit their website or call 21 for more information Located at 45 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, Oscar Wilde is a Victorian-style bistro that reminds me of the Great Hall at Hogwarts. These are some of my favorite spots because they remind me of different parts of the Wizarding World. One of the biggest challenges parents face is finding a venue. Hi, I’m Evan, or ‘Magic Evan.’ My goal in this article is to save you time, money and stress by sharing what I’ve learned from performing at Harry Potter themed parties across New York over the past 10 years.īy the end, you’ll be well on your way to casting a spell that leaves witches and wizards thanking you for “the best party ever!” Where to celebrate Let me guess… you’re planning a Harry Potter themed birthday party in NYC? How to Plan a Harry Potter Themed Birthday Party in NYC
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