Harry Potter’s Forbidden Forest Experience: A Magical Adventure Coming to Vancouver’s Stanley Park
A Landmark Canadian Premiere
The Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience is making its Canadian debut, opening in Stanley Park on November 7, 2025. For the first time in Canada, Harry Potter fans of all ages will have the opportunity to explore a spellbinding illuminated trail inspired by the iconic Forbidden Forest seen in the films.
Global Success and Anticipation
The experience has already captivated over two million visitors across engagements in the United Kingdom, Australia, Singapore, France, and the United States. It stands as one of the most anticipated attractions of 2025, garnering considerable local tourism interest and drawing fans from across the globe.
What Visitors Can Expect
Located in Vancouver’s beloved Stanley Park, visitors will encounter dazzling lights and spectacular sets filled with magical creatures like Hippogriffs and mischievous Nifflers. Guests will even have the opportunity to practice casting spells!
The experience will run nightly on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays through early 2026. Visitors can expect to spend between 60 to 90 minutes exploring the walking trail, with activities beginning from 4:45 pm each event night.
Practical Information
Fans are invited to join the waitlist for early access and special offers. Adult admission starts at $49.50 with time-entry tickets required. While there will be a box office on site, organizers strongly recommend booking tickets in advance online, as tickets may be sold out for the desired time of entry upon arrival.
As Royce Chwin, President & CEO of Destination Vancouver, notes: “Stanley Park is one of the world’s most iconic urban parks and as the first Canadian destination to welcome the new Harry Potter™ event, it underscores Vancouver’s ability to attract unique experiences that will appeal to both locals and visitors.” The attraction is expected to strengthen the city’s $9.6 billion visitor economy while supporting local jobs, businesses, and communities.
