If you’re hoping a little enchantment will come your way this winter, it’s closer than you think. A shadowy trail, a hint of wonder, and somewhere deep in the woods, you may run into a glowing stag. Warm up with Butterbeer or hot cocoa under twinkling lights as you explore the magical forest. After sold-out runs in New York and D.C., the Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest Experience is open in Illinois for a limited time, about an hour from Chicago, and will run through January 4, 2026. Get your wands ready and secure your tickets now.
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What to expect at the Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest Experience this winter
This isn’t a theme park. It’s a fully immersive night walk through a real forest, packed with magical creatures and wizarding moments straight out of the Harry Potter™ and Fantastic Beasts™ films, created by Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment. Go on an adventure and follow a moonlit path with enchantments, cast your own spells, and stumble upon Nifflers, Centaurs, and maybe even a Hippogriff…are you brave enough to bow?
Secure your spot now! Tickets start at just $29!
It’s the kind of experience that blurs the line between reality and fantasy. One minute you’re sipping Butterbeer under the stars, the next you’re watching a Patronus shimmer through the trees. If you’re a fan of the wizarding world, then this limited time experience is not to be missed! It’s not just a walk in the woods, it’s like stepping straight into the pages of the books and the enchanting films you grew up with. Get your tickets now!
Created by award-winning theatrical designers and immersive storytellers, this isn’t your average fan event. It’s a sensory overload in the best way. A place where fantasy feels real and the outside world disappears…even if it’s only for a night!
Find this enchanting trail just outside of Chicago and get ready to enter the Forbidden Forest. But fair warning: it’s not for Muggles.
Forbidden Forest Reviews
The Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest Experience has received 5-star reviews from visitors who have checked it out in other cities across the world. See what they’re saying:
💬 Itza V.– ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Worth every dollar, such an amazing experience and my fiancé loved every part. It’s even more fun in the dark when the lights make the forest even more thrilling. I would recommend 10/10.”
💬 Lizze K. – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “So well done! Worth the money and the drive. The Forbidden Forest will not be easily beaten.”
💬 Ryan S. – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“We had a great time. The music and effects were awesome. It is not too long so take your time and enjoy. Few interactive attractions for the kids. Definitely did them as well. A few of the staged scenes are epic. Perfect for any true Harry Potter fan.”