Harry Potter fans encouraged to head to Danville Friday for evening of witchcraft and wizardry

Potterfest
City of Danville is holding its annual Potterfest on Friday, Nov. 6.

 

DANVILLE — Expect street closures in Danville Friday as part of the city’s downtown transforms into the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

The city is holding Potterfest from 5:00-8:00 p.m. as part of its First Fridays community event series. Attendees can follow clues on a a map throughout downtown to complete a scavenger hunt and compete for the grand prize.

Potterfest
Courtesy of City of Danville and Rossi Studios Participants are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Harry Potter character.

Participants are encouraged to experience acted scenes and enter a costume contest reflecting the popular fantasy series. The event will also include Potter-themed vendors and a performance from the Danville Symphony Orchestra. 

Courtesy of City of Danivlle North Vermilion Street, North street and areas around Temple Plaza in Danville will close starting at noon on Friday and reopen at 8:30 p.m. for the annual Potterfest.

North Vermilion Street, North Street and areas around Temple Plaza will close starting at noon and reopen at 8:30 p.m Friday night.

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