Every time you board a Muggle train, don’t you just wish it was a giant red steam engine, packed full of witches and wizards and with the destination of Hogsmeade Station? Well, that dream will soon become a reality, thanks to the magic of Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure!

First announced during Back to Hogwarts, Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure, is a one-of-a-kind experience aboard a real moving train, inspired by the beloved films that will give fans of all ages a chance to step into iconic wizarding world moments.

Featuring a platform nine and three-quarters themed pre-boarding experience, house competitions and chants, spell-casting challenges, themed treats from the trolley and other interactive activities – you’ll feel as though you’ve stepped right into your own wizarding adventure.

Plus, don’t forget to bring your wand or pick one up during the pre-boarding experience as you never know… you might even come face-to-face with a dark and mysterious force.

Following your epic journey on the train, you’ll arrive at a Hogsmeade-inspired village filled with its own kind of magical charm – complete with food and beverages and bespoke merchandise. With all of this, this is set to be a journey you’re unlikely to forget.

Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure is set to hit the rails at the Southern California Railway Museum in Perris, CA on 24th July, with departures running until 27th September 2026.

Tickets for Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure are available to purchase from 28th April 2026.

For those who further afield – never fear! More locations and dates are set to be revealed later this year.

For more information, or to stay up to date on the latest news and announcements about this grand adventure, click here to visit the Harry Potter: A Hogwarts Express Adventure website.