After a decade, the very last Harry Potter film is almost upon us. We know the Potterphiles are alternating between giddy excitement and abject sorrow that this will indeed be the very last one, and so in preparation for our final go-round with the boy wizard, here are 20 fun things you can do to see the series out in style.
By Tara Bennett
Since the last book was split into two movies, it's a good time to go back and read or revisit the entire Potter finale again to get immersed in the epic emotion of the series conclusion and get reacquainted with what didn't make it into the movies.
With the official Harry Potter Spells App (in iTunes for iPad and iPhone), you can get sorted into your official house and then start learning spells like Expelliarmus and Petrificus Totalus to use against other wizards in a dueling game.
The second edition of the DVD trivia game covers questions from the films up through Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. See who earns the bragging rights of Potter-Know-It-All amongst your friends. (Available on Amazon)
If you're local to the east coast, New York City's Discovery Times Square is now hosting this traveling show until September 5, 2011, when it will leave North America for an international tour. It features tons of props used in the films and fun interactive exhibits.
Daniel Radcliffe is already moving on to his post-Potter career as the lead in the Tony-winning Broadway revival, How to Succeed in Business without Even Trying. Tickets are on sale or you can just buy the cast soundtrack and listen to Harry sing.
Out-of-the-blue, J.K. Rowling announced a brand new website called Pottemore, that launches in October. You’ll finally be able to buy Potter e-books and read Rowling’s never-released Potter material. Check back on July 31st to get a chance to enter the site early.
You haven't seen all the movies yet? What are you waiting for? All of the Potter movies are available in pan and scan, widescreen and deluxe Blu-ray editions with hours of extra features and material to keep you busy until July. (Available on Amazon)
It's the last Harry Potter movie trailer ever and it's legitimately epic. Watch it on a loop to pick out some of the most anticipated scenes including the Battle of Hogwarts and Harry vs. You Know Who.
If your Potter knowledge lies more towards the books, then Rowling's publisher Scholastic has a fun Wizard's Challenge that allows you three strikes until you have to start again.
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Set to John William's iconic score, the Harry Potter LEGO videogame lets you play the characters from the first four films in block form as you travel around Hogwarts learning magic, battling foes like trolls and collecting bricks. (Available on multi-platforms including Apps)
You've still got some time pre-movie to visit Universal Studios Orlando to experience The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The theme park features Ollivander's Wand Store where the wizard will match you to your own unique wand (for a charge, of course).
The official WB Harry Potter website is hosting a game called The Quest where you collect points to buy Potter swag and other fun stuff.
No one understands your Potter pain like your friends, and you can make some new pals at this website meant to connect like-minded Muggles.
The Leaky Cauldron is one of the oldest and most respected fan sites on the web, and it covers everything Potter related (including all the latest news). Head over there and see if you missed anything good.
Celebrate the opening of the last movie in style by inviting your friends and family to a party feast featuring chocolate frogs, Bertie Bott's Every Flavor Beans, Cauldron Cakes and homemade Butterbeer.
Dumbledore bequeathed a copy of this fairy tale book to Hermione after his death. In 2007, Rowling released it to readers and it features five stories with original illustrations by the author. (Available at Amazon)
The author's story is just as fascinating as her boy wizard so explore J.K. Rowling's personal website to discover her story; get new project news, and the real story on any rumors swirling.
@pindippycave (Plays Lavender Brown)
@EmWatson (Plays Hermione Granger)
@WarwickADavis (Plays Professor Filius Flitwick)
@chrisrankin (Plays Percy Weasely)
@James_Phelps (Plays Fred Weasley)
@OliverPhelps (Plays George Weasley)
@Mattdavelewis (Plays Nevlille Longbottom)
@TomFelton (Plays Draco Malfoy)
@WillDunn_ (Plays James Sirius Potter)
We've been to Hogwarts and returned to tell the tale. Check out our Deathly Hallows: Part 2 coverage:
Set Report: Ready for the End? and the final set visit interviews with Daniel Radcliffe.
Deathly Hallows: Part 1 coverage:
Set Visit,
Daniel Radcliffe interview, and Matthew Lewis interview.
When all else fails, buy yourself a Time Turner. In the best case scenario, it may enable your denial as you try to turn the clock back from July. Worst case, you'll have an excellent memento for your room or office.
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Limited time offer. While supplies last. There is a limited quantity of Code redemptions allowed in this promotion. Log in to your Fandango account on Fandango.com or via the Fandango app between 8/26/26 and 10/10/26, purchase at least one (1) IMAX ticket to see ‘Queen Budapest’, and enter the Fandango promotional code QUEENINIMAX (“Code”) to get up to $7 off your purchase. Code expires, and can no longer be used, if not redeemed by 10/10/26, or when the limit of Code redemptions is reached, or when ‘Queen Budapest' is no longer available in IMAX theaters, whichever comes first. Code must be entered at checkout. Only valid for purchase of movie tickets made at Fandango.com or via the Fandango app and cannot be redeemed directly at any theater box office. You must have, and be logged into, a Fandango account to redeem the Code on Fandango. Fandango is free to join; you must be 18 years of age or older to create a Fandango account. If cost of movie ticket and associated fees and charges is more than Code’s maximum discount, then you must pay the difference. Any price difference between total transaction price and Code’s maximum discount will not be refunded. Void where prohibited. Non-transferable and cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. No cash value, except as required by law. Not for resale; void if sold or exchanged. Offer valid in the U.S. only (excluding U.S. territories and where prohibited by law). You may have to pay taxes additionally. Fandango reserves the right to modify or cancel this offer at any time and without notice. This offer and redemption of the Code are subject to Fandango's Terms and Policies and Privacy Policy at http://www.fandango.com/terms-and-policies.
See it in RealD 3D and get $5 off a ticket with code MAKEMEMORIES.
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Get the Godzilla Minus Zero Collector's Print Bundle and receive one ticket to Godzilla Minus Zero and a Collectible Print!
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Get the Whalebucket Bundle and receive one movie ticket to Whalefall, a Whale Popcorn Bucket, plus the first chapter of the bestselling book Whalefall!
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Get 1 free ticket instantly when you join FanClub with your Other Mommy ticket order.
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Share the fun of seeing WWE Money In The Bank on the big screen!
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Buy a ticket to The Social Reckoning, get The Social Network for $5!
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Buy a ticket to WWE Money In The Bank, get $10 off $50+ on the WWE Shop!
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Buy 2 IMAX tickets for Street Fighter and use code STREETFIGHTERIMAX to redeem your special offer! Not a member? Add FanClub to your Street Fighter purchase of 2 IMAX tickets and the offer will be applied automatically, no promo code needed.
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Buy 3 tickets to Other Mommy, get 1 ticket free (equal or lesser price, up to $15 total ticket price and fees) with code OTHERMOMMYB3G1.
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