New Harry Potter themed Christmas market opens this month 2 hours from UK
The world’s first Harry Potter-themed Christmas market is opening this month in celebration of the new HBO series – and it’s just a short flight away from the UK
The Harry Potter Christmas market is said to be a world first(Image: Getty Images/Stock Image)
It’s that time of year again when we start planning an annual trip to a Christmas market, with chalets decorated in twinkling lights and crammed with seasonal treats for a touch of festive merriment. But this year you might want to plan ahead, as a brand new Harry Potter Christmas market is launching for the very first time.
In a global first, the new Christmas market will showcase designs inspired by the upcoming Harry Potter HBO series, due to drop on 25 December, 2026, complete with themed stalls and wizarding-inspired food and drink. However, fans keen to experience a taste of the magical world will need to book a festive break and hop on a quick flight to Germany, where the event will take place.
The new market is to celebrate the launch of the new HBO Original series, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone(Image: Supplied)
In an announcement from Skydance, which has merged with Paramount, they confirmed: “The magic of Hogwarts is coming to Munich: To celebrate the launch of the new HBO Original series ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,’ HBO Max is transforming Munich’s Praterinsel into an enchanting Christmas market. Visitors can immerse themselves in the world of the new HBO Original series even before the premiere.
“From November 28th to December 6th, Praterinsel will be transformed into a festive world of experiences, designed entirely in the style of the new series. In a Christmas atmosphere, guests can get a first glimpse of the HBO Original series, right in the heart of Munich and even before its official premiere.”
They went on to elaborate: “The Christmas market is inspired by ‘Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone’ and offers many activities and attractions for fans of all ages. Atmospheric photo opportunities in the style of the series invite visitors to capture memories of their visit. Food and other culinary offerings inspired by the ‘Harry Potter’ world bring the magic to the table. Guests can also expect further surprises.”
The market will take place in Munich, Germany(Image: Getty Images/Stock Image)
The wizarding wonderland will set up shop on Praterinsel in Munich, though eager visitors will need to get their skates on, as the event has a strictly limited run, reports the Mirror. The enchanting market will only be open from Saturday, 28 November until Sunday, 6 December, 2026, but there’s still ample time to sort your festive getaway and soak up the spellbinding atmosphere.
Skydance added: “With the transformation of Praterinsel, HBO Max brings the magic of one of the world’s most popular stories to the Bavarian capital and gets fans in the mood for the start of the new HBO Original series in a very special way.”
Potter devotees are already buzzing with anticipation ahead of the market’s arrival. One enthusiastic fan remarked on Reddit: “I’m going and am so excited!! I’ve been looking forward to this show for YEARS now, so I’m so happy that finally there is an event in my area where I can celebrate it.
Skydance confirmed news of the highly anticipated Harry Potter-themed Christmas market(Image: Supplied)
“Omg this is amazing,” gushed one Instagram user, while another declared, “We need to go to Germany”. Some raised eyebrows over what the event would actually feature, though one local was quick to put minds at ease. “Christmas markets in Germany are usually great as it is. I would go regardless if I was anywhere near Munich and had the time off work,” they shared.
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