Leicester Square to host free Harry Potter wand workshop and silent disco
The Inside Out festival, a celebration of culture and creativity, is set to take over the iconic square on August 9 and 10.
The weekend promises a range of free activities for all ages, including live theatre, cinema experiences, and a Saturday night silent disco featuring film soundtracks and West End musical classics.
Leicester Square statue captures Mary Poppins mid-flight with umbrella in hand (Image: vision7media.com) Families can also enjoy workshops exploring the magic of cinema and musical theatre.
These include craft sessions, face painting, interactive games, and surprise visits from West End productions.
Young witches and wizards can look forward to special wand combat workshops led by Paul Harris, the wand choreographer for the Harry Potter films.
Cartoon legend Bugs Bunny honoured in sculpture celebrating screen history (Image: vision7media.com)
The festival will also celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Scenes in the Square movie statue trail, featuring film favourites such as Paddington, Mary Poppins, and Bugs Bunny.
Kirsty Tullett-Jones, director of marketing and communications for Discover Leicester Square, said: "We can't wait to bring the spirit of Inside Out to Leicester Square this summer, turning the creativity usually found inside theatres and cinemas, out into the square for everyone to enjoy.
"With family-friendly entertainment, live experiences, and our Scenes in the Square trail celebrating iconic movie moments, it's a brilliant chance to enjoy the magic of London's entertainment district in a whole new way."
The festival, curated by Discover Leicester Square in partnership with Westminster City Council, is part of a free summer arts programme across the borough.
The festival will also provide green space for picnics and play, with cinemas, shops, restaurants, and hotels just a short walk away.
Free tickets for the festival are available on Eventbrite.
People are encouraged to visit the Leicester Square website for more information and the latest updates.
People can also follow updates on the festival by following @DiscoverLSQ on social media.
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