Tickets for “Harry Potter: The Exhibition” at the Franklin Institute Now on Sale

by · November 5, 2021

Recently, we reported that Harry Potter: The Exhibition would be making its merry way around the globe in 2022 and premiering at the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on February 18.

Earlier this week, the Franklin Institute announced via a press conference that tickets are now on sale. The conference featured, among others, Mayor of Philadelphia Jim Kenney, who spoke of his excitement of the exhibition debuting at the Franklin Institute. Kenney stated that the Institute is “a local treasure with a global reputation“ and also hoped that the event would “help bring back tourism to how it was before the pandemic.“

Getting attendees of the press conference in the magical mood was the Philly POPS orchestra, who played some of the music from the movie franchise. Fans also delighted in hearing hints of what the exhibition will include and how one lucky winner could be the first person through the door by winning the grand prize of four entry tickets and a two-night hotel stay in Philadelphia.

 

 

The exhibition will be spread over “thousands of square feet” and is split into ten spellbinding sections, including the Great Hall and the Forbidden Forest. Guests will enter via a King’s Cross station setup, select their House and wand, and then begin their personalized and enchanting journey.

The exhibition uses “best-in-class immersive design and technology,“ enabling fans to become fully immersed in the filmmaking wizardry that brought iconic moments, sets, and characters from the Potter movies, as well as Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, to life. In addition, visitors will be able to get up close to props and original costumes and wander through “beautifully crafted environments.” 

 

A shot of the outside of the Franklin Institute with large Harry Potter: The Exhibition poster

 

Ahead of the exhibition, a 13-foot-tall illuminated Hogwarts Castle frontage, alongside four Golden Snitches atop pedestals, will be installed in the Franklin Institute from November 3 to November 10. The Snitch display will then move to various locations across the Northeast. Not only will this be an amazing photo opportunity for Potterheads, but the display also features a QR code enabling fans to enter their email address into the prize draw and play Seek the Golden Snitch via an augmented reality experience.

Head to these venues for a chance of winning a prize: the Independence Visitor Center in Philadelphia, PA, the Promenade at Sagemore in Marlton, New Jersey, and Peddler’s Village in New Hope, PA. There are no dates yet, but fans are encouraged to keep an eye on Harry Potter: The Exhibition and follow #HarryPotterExhibition on social media for the upcoming information.

 

the 13-foot Hogwarts Castle display at the Franklin Institute, PA

 

So what are the prizes? One lucky winner will win the grand prize of four tickets to the exhibition and have the great honor of being the very first to enter plus a two-night stay at a Philadelphia hotel. Other prizes include $500, exhibition merch, and family membership to the Franklin Institute.

 

A shot of someone trying to catch the Golden Snitch via an AR game at the Franklin Institute

 

If you do not win the prize, fear not – you can still purchase your tickets via the Franklin Institute website. Daytime tickets (from 9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) are $43 for adults, $41 for seniors and members of the military (active or retired), and $39 for children (ages 3–11). Daytime tickets include entry to the exhibition, admission to the Franklin Institute, and one Fels Planetarium show.

Evening tickets are available for Thursday to Sunday only. Entry is between 5:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and the exhibition closes at 8:00 p.m. For a timed entry ticket for the exhibition only, the rate is $30. A VIP ticket costs $59, is valid for any time slot for the date purchased, and includes an immediate access pass, an exclusive exhibition lanyard, and a discount on an audio tour and a photo op.

Harry Potter Fan Club members who purchased presale tickets did so in their thousands. Ticket sales soared, and more than 13,000 were sold in the first 12 hours.

Will you be purchasing tickets to Harry Potter: The Exhibition? Or will you use your Felix Felicis to try to win one of those fantastic prizes? Let us know in the comments.

Press Release

HARRY POTTER™: THE EXHIBITION – TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
FOR THE WORLD PREMIERE AT THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE
The Most Comprehensive Touring Exhibition Ever Presented About the Wizarding World Opens February 18, 2022
Interactive Harry Potter: The Exhibition photo-ops [sic] to tour the northeast in anticipation of the world premiere exhibition
 Presale Tickets Surpass 13,000 in the First 12 Hours!

PHILADELPHIA, PA November 3, 2021 – Tickets are now on sale for the highly-anticipated [sic] world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition, debuting at [t]he Franklin Institute in Philadelphia on February 18, 2022. The all-new behind-the-scenes exhibition will celebrate the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts as seen in the films and stories of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and the expanded Wizarding World, including Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, through beautifully crafted environments that honor the iconic moments, characters, settings, and beasts fans love using best-in-class immersive design and technology to deliver an unforgettable personalized experience.

From the mysteries of Hogwarts™ [C]astle to the adventures of its brilliant students; from daring duels to dragons and Dark Arts; from goblins at Gringotts™ to the magnificent Ministry of Magic—the exhibition will bring magic to life, connect visitors with a global community of fans of the Wizarding World, and reveal the artistry and craftsmanship behind the blockbuster films.

The groundbreaking exhibition spans thousands of square feet and features 10 distinct areas—from Hogwarts™ [C]astle and [t]he Great Hall to Hagrid’s [h]ut and [t]he Forbidden Forest. Guests will transition into the exhibition from the iconic King’s Cross [s]tation, entering through a spellbinding entry, selecting their [H]ouse and wand, and beginning their personalized journey. They will get an up-close look at authentic props and original costumes from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts™ films and an opportunity to engage with innovative, awe-inspiring, and magical environments and installations in ways never before experienced in a touring exhibition. Harry Potter: The Exhibition is the most comprehensive touring exhibition ever presented about the Wizarding World.

PRE-EXHIBITION SEEK THE GOLDEN SNITCH TOURING INSTALLATIONS
Fans will have a limited-time opportunity to experience the magic of the Wizarding World as they vie for a chance to become the first guest to visit the [sic] Harry Potter: The Exhibition through a series of interactive photo-op [sic] installations, one unveiled today for media and all slated to appear at locations across the [N]ortheast, beginning at [t]he Franklin Institute.

Designed as a photo-op [sic] to prepare fans for the magic to be found in Harry Potter: The Exhibition, a 13-foot-tall illuminated Hogwarts™ [C]astle front and four accompanying Golden Snitch™ pedestal pieces will travel to popular events and locations through the exhibition's opening. Each features a QR code that, when activated by a mobile device, launches an interactive "Seek the Golden Snitch" experience using AR technology.

Fans are challenged to catch the quick-moving Golden Snitch to be entered to win the grand prize—a two-night hotel stay in Philadelphia and four tickets to be the first to experience the world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition [p]lus a $500 cash prize, Harry Potter: The Exhibition merchandise, and a family membership to [t]he Franklin Institute ($4000 prize value).

Hogwarts™ Castle locations
The Franklin Institute: November 3-10

Upcoming Golden Snitch™ locations:
The Franklin Institute, Philadelphia, PA
Independence Visitor Center, Philadelphia, PA
The Promenade at Sagemore, Marlton, NJ
Peddler’s Village, New Hope, PA

Fans are encouraged to follow Harry Potter: The Exhibition on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, as well as all social media channels for [t]he Franklin Institute. #HarryPotterExhibition

TICKET INFORMATION
Daytime Tickets
Daily: 9:30am-5pm
Adults $43.00
Seniors and Military $41.00
Children (ages 3-11) $39.00
Daytime tickets include admission to [t]he Franklin Institute and one Fels Planetarium show.

Evening Tickets
Thursday – Sunday: 5pm-8pm; last entry 6:30pm
Adults and Seniors $30.00
Children (ages 3-11) $30.00
Evening tickets include admission to Harry Potter: The Exhibition only.
Other [m]useum areas close at 5 p.m.

VIP [Anytime] Ticket: $59
An immediate-access pass, exclusive exhibition lanyard, and a discount on an audio tour and photo op. *Valid for any timeslot [sic] on the date indicated at the time of purchase.

Tickets are timed and dated, and advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. For information on purchasing tickets, please visit www.fi.edu.

The Franklin Institute is proud to present and play host to the world premiere of Harry Potter: The Exhibition in the Nicholas and Athena Karabots Pavilion and the Mandell Center. PECO, the premier corporate partner of [t]he Franklin Institute, is an associate sponsor of the exhibition.

Harry Potter: The Exhibition was created and developed by Imagine Exhibitions in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment and EMC Presents. The Exhibition is slated to tour globally to Latin America, the Asia-Pacific Region (APAC), Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Visit www.HarryPotterExhibition.com for the latest news on tour stops and ticket availability.

 

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