W1340 credit Nick Rhodes copy
W2330 credit Nick Rhodes copy
W2300 credit Nick Rhodes copy
W1180 credit Nick Rhodes copy
W1895 credit Nick Rhodes copy

    Event

    5th October 2025

    Wizarding Day at Wirksworth

    Magic Returns to the Peak District! Harry Potter fans of all ages gather in the Peak District town of Wirksworth



    About

    5th October 2025 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Wands at the ready!Wizarding Day returns on Sunday 5th October for a day of magical activities. Building on the success of previous years, the day has become the largest Harry Potter fan event in the UK.Adults and children descend on the town dressed as their favourite characters to enjoy themed food and activities and to meet other fans.There will be plenty of favourite events including the Wizard Express, owls, snakes, wand making, character costume contest, quidditch, storytelling, Beedle the Bard, Owlchemy creative writing, the London bus, magicians, magical markets, dragon egg trail, unicorns and much, much more.As well as a day of fun, the event raises funds for good causes. Wizarding Day has raised a grand total of £8,000 for Wirksworth Colts Football Club, the Josh Stockell Community Skatepark, the Fire Fighters Charity and Aquabox who make clean water filters for disaster areas.

    How To Find Us

    Nearby places to stay

    Business

    The Old Lock-Up

    Unusual and quirky historical and unique guest accomodation. Perfect for a romantic break or for business people wanting to stay somewhere distinctly…


    Business

    Walker Peak Cottages

    Our 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage located down a quiet lane in Wirksworth is an ideal base for a Peak District stay.

    Open today: 9:00am - 9:00pm


    Business

    3Trees Glamping

    Luxury Holiday Accommodation on the Edge of The Peak District

    Open today: 9:00am - 9:00pm


    Business

    Stainsborough Hall

    Stainsborough Hall and its five independent holiday cottages provides a beautiful base for an idyllic, pet-friendly, country getaway for the whole…

    Open today: 9:00am - 9:00pm


    Submit an event

    Do you organise an event in the Peak District and Derbyshire? If so, please submit the details of your event here for the chance to see it published on our What's On page free of charge.

    Event submission banner image

    Sign up to our newsletter

    Receive the latest news, special offers, ideas and inspiration straight to your inbox by signing up to the Visit Peak District & Derbyshire e-newsletter.

    18074061679080232