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courtesy Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience
Parents of young witches, wizards and curious Muggles: Your Hogwarts letter has finally arrived! Beginning Nov. 7, Vancouver, B.C.'s Stanley Park transforms into a spellbinding outdoor adventure with Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience. Tickets for the experience are on sale now.
Along a winding, illuminated trail, you’ll encounter magical creatures straight from the wizarding world, including Hippogriffs, unicorns and Nifflers. Young spellcasters can test their wand skills at interactive stations and even try conjuring up a Patronus charm.
After your woodland journey, you can explore a Hogsmeade-inspired village, scoop up some merch and warm up with Harry Potter-themed food and drinks (yes, butterbeer is on the menu).
The experience runs Wednesdays through Sundays starting Nov. 7, with each visit lasting 45–60 minutes. Tickets start at $49.50; children younger than 3 enter free. This event has sold out quickly in other cities — Accio tickets, before they’re gone!
One note: The forest trail can be tricky for strollers and wheelchairs, so plan accordingly before you set out on this magical quest.
If you go to Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience …Location: Stanley Park, Vancouver, British Columbia Dates: Nov. 7–Dec. 7, 2025 Getting there: Most travelers from Seattle prefer to drive, since it’s a quick (2.5-hour) drive up Interstate 5 via the Peace Arch border crossing, but other options include the scenic Amtrak Cascades train or a budget-conscious bus such as FlixBus. Nearby: Canada’s largest aquarium is located in the heart of Stanley Park! Families can learn about wildlife from all over the world in 120 indoor and outdoor exhibits, including rescued sea otters and sea lions. Also within Stanley Park, be sure and visit the a collection of First Nations totem poles at Brockton Point and learn about the Indigenous heritage of the area. Check out our guide to family fun in Vancouver, B.C. and make the most of your trip north! |
