Mumbaikars enter the world of wizardry, wands and magic potions
It's party time for Potterheads as they gear up to celebrate
International
Harry Potter Day
today. In Mumbai, fans of the wizarding world are embracing their inner witches and wizards with full fervor — from crafting their own wands to brewing magical potions and indulging in spellbinding movie marathons. The city is all set to transform into a mini-Hogwarts, and here's how!
Potter games & activities
:
Plan a Harry Potter treasure hunt with clever clues or test your aim at the Quidditch Hoop Toss using mini broomsticks. Even better, add themed games like Horcrux Hunt, Bertie Bott's Every Flavour Bean Challenge, Spell Charades or a classic trivia night. Don't forget the Piñata! Create a Horcrux-shaped piñata filled with candies, trinkets and confetti.-even just
Hedwig's Theme
in the background will give guests goosebumps.
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Whether you're hosting your first Harry Potter party or looking to elevate your usual celebrations, here are the magical elements you can't miss:
Magical entrance
: Welcome guests through Platform 9¾ — a brick-style archway they 'walk through'. Guests are given a house - Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Slytherin -picked by the sorting hat and spin-the-wheel set up.
Enchanting decor
: Add broomsticks, floating books, antique lamp cutouts, hanging keys, mini candles and even eerie 4D Dementors for that extra magical touch.
DIY spell stations
: Let guests channel their creativity with interactive stations for:
Magical perfume blending
Customised wand making (with names etched on them)
Potion mixing sessions
Whimsical bath bomb crafting
DIY Harry Potter-themed charm bracelets
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Build an exciting potions corner
Step into the shoes of a true potion master and create an immersive potion-brewing bar that will cast a spell on your guests. Start by transforming a table into a magical lab with glowing liquids, mysterious jars, and vintage-style bottles labeled with fantastical names like
Unicorn Tears
,
Phoenix Feather Extract
, and
Liquid Luck
. Add a touch of dry ice to create a smoky, otherworldly vibe that feels straight out of a Hogwarts dungeon.
"Keep the enchantment flowing with themed drinks that taste as magical as they sound. Serve frothy, sweet Butterbeer made with cream soda, butterscotch syrup, and whipped cream; sparkling Felix Felicis that gleams like liquid gold using apple juice or a shimmer-infused mocktail; and the ever-mysterious Polyjuice Punch — a color-changing beverage that surprises with every sip" says Potterhead Nakaashi Vaswani who loves hosting such parties for her tribe regularly.
Event manager Harrshita Vadhann says Potterhead parties are always a hit, with kids and adults alike. She says, "Introduce a DIY elixir station where guests can concoct their own drinks using a playful 9:3:4 mixing ratio. Stock the station with whimsical ingredients in labeled vials — think
Mermaid Scales
,
Dragon Fire Drops
,
Goblin Grog
— and offer scrolls with potion recipes for inspiration. Whether guests follow the formulas or go rogue, they'll love crafting their own signature brews to sip and share."
(tips by Harrshita Vadhann and Prathm Vadhan, founders of an event company)
Mumbai's Potterheads Speak
Nakaashi Vaswani, 33, Khar, Learning & Development Professional
"A couple of my friends and I are major geeks — probably why we're such good friends. We meet for trivia nights and Harry Potter-themed evenings, where we create our own potions and games. One of my core memories is figuring out how to get the books as soon as they are released — it was always an adventure."
Ajay Puthran, 30, Andheri, Experience Designer
"I'm part of a small community called
Potterheads Mumbai
, where we discuss everything about Harry Potter and bond over how we still haven't received our Hogwarts letters. As a proud Hufflepuff, I collect house-themed merch — books, a cap, even a keychain with the Hufflepuff sigil."
Krithika Balaji, 32, Powai, Teacher
"I hosted my first Harry Potter trivia for a friend's birthday and it's become an annual tradition for birthdays and game nights. I also remember applying to be an extra on the Harry Potter movies in school in an open call - but didn't make it. My mom and I would colour coordinate outfits to watch for each movie."
Sayesha Ambani Gandhi, 13, Santacruz, Student
"Over the years, I've visited many Harry Potter-related experiences, carefully planning each trip so I could truly cherish every moment. I explored the Harry Potter Studio Tour in London, where the magic of the movies came to life before my eyes. In London I also made sure to see the Cursed Child play which was a wonderful and immersive stage production. I also visited The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan, where I stocked up on Harry Potter LEGO sets, Every Flavour Beans, Chocolate Frogs, and so much more."
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