Accio happiness, dear wizards! We have some terrific Harry Potter news that'll put an extra spring in your step and potency in your spells.
Though it's hard to believe, our beloved Sorcerer's Stone—the story that kickstarted a children's lit dynasty—is turning 20 next month. To celebrate the anniversary of the first time Scholastic published our beloved fantasy tale (and forever changed the course of kids' lives everywhere), all Harry Potter movies are returning to theaters. (No, that's not a typo.) Ten points for Wizarding World XD Week!
From Aug 31–Sept 6, Cinemark locations across the U.S. will screen our favorite wizard flicks, and fortunately for New Yorkers, there are a few locations within striking distance (find your closest venue here). The festival itself costs $25 for all films, or $5 per movie (the lineup is also to include a prequel to the series titled Fantastic Beasts and Where To Find Them).
"The Wizarding World holds a special place in everyone’s hearts, and we know many moviegoers experienced the magic of Hogwarts for the first time in a Cinemark auditorium," Cinemark CEO Mark Soradi said in a statement. "We are thrilled to welcome them back to our theatres for this exclusive opportunity to relive the magic in Cinemark XD."
Learn more about how you can participate by clicking here. Keep the Harry Potter celebrations going by checking out the New-York Historical Society's forthcoming exhibit, "Harry Potter: A History of Magic" and its epic family events.
After your Harry Potter movie binges, check out the best libraries for kids in NYC, where you can borrow the most delightful children's books and don't miss out on the on the best story times for kids.
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