The international tour will land at Manarat Al Saadiyat on Friday, 25 July.
Fantasy, nostalgia, beloved characters, immersive storytelling, Disneyland Abu Dhabi won’t open its doors until the early 2030s, but the opportunity to escape into a world filled with wonder is closer than you think as Harry Potter™: The Exhibition arrives in Abu Dhabi next month. The touring exhibition, which has already captivated over 3.7 million fans worldwide since its premiere in 2022, will debut at Manarat Al Saadiyat on Saadiyat Island on Friday, 25 July.
Celebrating the enchanting world of Harry Potter and beyond, it highlights the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts as seen from the films of Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts™, as well as the wonders of the extended universe. A brainchild of Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences, Imagine, and Eventim Live, Harry Potter™: The Exhibition features 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.
“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. “With its family-friendly environment and great appreciation for storytelling and adventure, Abu Dhabi is the perfect place for fans and families of all ages to experience the magic of the Wizarding World. We can’t wait to share it with visitors from near and far when we open this July.”
Proactiv Entertainment, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, is bringing this experience to Manarat Al Saadiyat. “We are incredibly proud to bring Harry Potter™: The Exhibition to Abu Dhabi marking its debut not only in the UAE, but also across the region,” added Nicolas Renna, Chief Executive Officer at Proactiv Entertainment. “This world-class experience invites fans to step beyond the screen and into the Wizarding World through a journey filled with iconic moments, authentic props, and interactive magic. As the summer approaches, we’re thrilled to offer families, fans, and visitors a one-of-a-kind indoor experience that blends storytelling, innovation, and imagination — all under one roof.”
Exhibition highlights include the From Page to Screen Gallery, showcasing a first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone encased in a Gringotts-inspired vault, and Hogwarts Castle Gallery that features an immersive multimedia experience with iconic elements like the Whomping Willow, Dementors, and the Marauder’s Map. The Great Hall Gallery, meanwhile, is a space that allows visitors to celebrate magical seasonal moments in its iconic architecture. Elsewhere, the Hogwarts Houses 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. And then there are the Hogwarts Classrooms, where visitors interact with magical lessons through digital touchscreens to reveal behind-the-scenes secrets about iconic classroom moments.
Join the waitlist now for exclusive access to the pre-sale on Monday, 23 June, a day before tickets go on sale to the general public.
Discover: Harry Potter™: The Exhibition. Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. @harrypotter_exhibition
