Friday Activities & Entertainment

Search for Dobby's hats! Dobby expresses his freedom by wearing multiple hats. His favorites were those knitted by Hermione to help free other house elves. Hats will be hidden in front of the participating locations on the map. Hunting may begin at 10:00am. You may return a numbered hat to The Great Hall of Wizarding Weekend, Casita Brewing Company between 10am and 1pm to register your hat and see what you've won. Only ONE hat may be registered per person. (free to play)

Larema Coffee House, 109 Tarboro Street

Challenge your family and friends to a table full of wizard-inspired board games at Larema where every roll of the dice and every clever move brings a little more magic to your Wizarding Weekend adventure! The games will be free to play. 

Wilson County Tourism Development Authority, 228 Goldsboro St S.

Gringotts is open! Come make a withdrawal from the community vault. Giveaways and prize drawings for witches, wizards, and muggles alike, all day long! Visit their rooftop for a spectacular view of the whirligigs.

Whirligig Park Museum, 230 Goldsboro St S.

Bring in a pair of NEW children's and/or ladies socks to the Whirligig Museum and take a picture with a life-size Dobby. For every pair of socks you donate, you will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a Dobby the House-Elf LEGO Building Toy. 

Imagination Station, 224 Nash St.

Stop in their lobby for a photo opportunity (free). 

General admission $6 per person 2 yrs and up, under 2 are free.

Every great witch or wizard knows that a loyal feline familiar deserves the very best! Help care for the adoptable cats in our Cat Lounge by donating a bag of Purina Cat Chow Naturals. As a token of appreciation, each bag of food donated earns one entry into our magical prize drawing for a 1,000-piece "Grand Staircase" puzzle by Thomas Kinkade Studios, inspired by the Wizarding World. The lucky winner will be drawn at 4:00 PM on Sunday, August 2. Thank you for helping make a little magic for cats waiting to find their forever homes! And while there, take a magical minute and snap a photo beside the renowned Professor Delores Umbridge.

Rummage Warehouse, 315 Barnes St S

The Golden Snitch flew away and got lost in the Room of Hidden Things! Find it and bring it back to The Great Hall of Wizarding Weekend (Casita Brewing Co.) for a prize!

Catopia at North Star, 307 Green Street NE

Decoupage with Dolores. Create your own, one-of-a-kind plate to hang in your castle! $25 +tax per plate. Drop in, no preregistration required. Children under 16yrs must be accompanied by a supervising adult. Come early, while plates last, when they are done, they will have magically disappeared until next year!

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South St 

Meet a delightful collection of friendly furry and feathered companions at Humphrey's Hunny Bunny Petting Zoo! Young witches, wizards, and Muggles are invited to pet, feed, and get up close with some truly charming magical creatures. From fluffy bunnies and gentle farm friends to other lovable animals, this enchanting stop is perfect for animal lovers of all ages.

Be sure to have your camera ready—these adorable creatures are always happy to pose for a magical memory before you continue your Wizarding Weekend adventure!

Gino's Gelato, 106 Taraboro St W

Step inside Gino's Gelato and discover your wizarding house before treating yourself to a magical frozen delight! Once you've been sorted, celebrate with a house-inspired gelato flavor crafted to match your magical spirit.Details

Whirlidogs Cafe & Training Center, 215 Goldsboro Street S.

Raffle tickets: $3 each, 2 for $5, 5 for $10.  Drawing Sunday at 2pm.

Specialty hot dogs—Lord VoldeBark, Ron Cheesely, Ravenslaw, Death Eater, and The Dog that Shall Not Be Named. Wizarding special - hot dog, side and medium drink $9.

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South St

Find instructions and materials for how to make several different objects from the Harry Potter universe—Sorting Hat, Cauldron, Cat, Owl, The Knightbox, Ravenclaw Raven, Gryffindor Lion, Hufflepuff Badger, and Slytherin Snake. (free)

Meet the magnificent feathered messengers of the wizarding world at The Owlery Experience! You'll have the unforgettable opportunity to interact with a beautiful snowy owl or one of two majestic barn owls from Wayward Falconry Academy and capture a magical keepsake photo you'll treasure for years to come. $25 cash or card.

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South St

Add a touch of magic to your Wizarding Weekend with dazzling fairy hair and enchanting face painting from Blue Jay's Art & Sparkle. Whether you're dressing as a fearless witch, a clever wizard, or creating a magical look all your own, you'll leave sparkling and ready for your next adventure.

Gig East Exchange/Greenlight parking lot,   217 South St

Put your magical skills to the test in an arena where friendly competition awaits! Race to victory in Mario Kart, battle for bragging rights in Super Smash Bros., and prove you're worthy of wizarding glory. Every player will also receive an entry into a drawing for an enchanting prize that's sure to delight witches, wizards, and Muggles alike! (free)

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South St

Prepare to be spellbound as Happy Dan the Magic Man presents an extraordinary, interactive magic show designed to delight every member of the family –– no wand required!

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South St

Courtyard of The Great Hall of Wizarding Weekend

Claim an official Wizarding Weekend T-shirt, available for purchase in The Great Hall of Wizarding Weekend at Casita Brewing Company. Then head over to The Chromatic Cauldron (check station times) to transform it into a one-of-a-kind tie-dye masterpiece! $20 per T-shirt, +$5 for tie dye. Swirl, twist, and blend vibrant colors to create a shirt as unique as your own wizarding journey. Whether your style is bold and brilliant or mysteriously magical, you'll leave with a wearable keepsake that's sure to enchant for years to come.

Whirlidogs Cafe & Training Center, 215 Goldsboro Street S.

Where magic comes together, one piece at a time! Play begins at 6pm. Team entry fee $25, cash preferred, payment at time of play. Limited number of teams. Team registration under News & Events at https://www.whirlidogs.com/   Plan ahead and call your food order in early (252) 595-5588.

Casita Brewing Co, 217 South S

This is the first of two potions classes where you learn about potion (beer) making while drinking our concoctions! You will participate in a hands on class where you learn the flavors, aromas and effects of our brews and you will contribute to a large brew.  Decisions regarding ingredients (grain and hops) will be split between the two days, and you will have the opportunity to name and label a final brew. 

You can participate in one class or you can sign up for both to gain a more in-depth understanding and practice of alchemy. 

If you sign up for one or both classes you will also be invited to participate in and ask questions during the entire brew production on Saturday August 1st.

The purchase of either one class or two classes include a four pack of the final product concocted in class. 21+ event. No physical tickets required. Space is limited. Registration link coming soon. 

Casita Brewing Co,, 217 South S

Come out for fun as you’re sorted into houses for chances to win with your house as well as an individual team! Team sizes max out at 6 players. Pre-registration is required by purchasing a ticket. It's $2 per person to play.

Arrive by 7:00 pm to be sorted into your house, find your spot, and decorate your table! There will be gift cards for the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams, a gift card for the best costume of the night, AND a prize for the best table decorations! Registration and payment link coming soon.

Photo stops are scattered throughout participating businesses. Pop by each location and snap a magical collage! Participating businesses include: 

Phil’s Music Exchange

300 Nash Nutrition

Larema Coffee House

Gino’s Gelato

Acculist

Imagination Station

Catopia at North Star

Whirligig Popcorn Shoppe

Amerimex

Wilson Tourism

Casita Brewing

Pick up a card and collect a stamp for each drink purchased in the participating locations. Turn in the completed card to The Great Hall of Wizarding Weekend (Casita Brewing Co.) by 6:00 pm Sunday, August 2nd to be entered for a chance to win magical prizes, including $50 cash. Drink Responsibly and check online for hours of operation.

Participating locations include:

Casita Brewing Co 217 South St S

Ice & Fuel  117 Barnes St W

The Porch at Iconostar  224 Goldsboro Street S.

Downtown Public House 113 Goldsboro St

Larema Coffee House 109 Tarboro Street

The Neighbor's  222 Barnes St

Ruckus & Redemption 220 Barnes St

The Club Golf Bar 225 Goldsboro St