Calling all Harry Potter fans! Did you know there’s a town in West Virginia that transforms into a magical Harry Potter wonderland each January? That’s right, the entire town participates in this Wizard Weekend, and it’s a fantastically good time that you don’t want to miss.
Fayetteville, West Virginia. Population roughly 3,000. Home of the New River Gorge Bridge.
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Named one of the coolest small towns in America. Named one of the best small towns to visit in America.
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And added to all that acclaim, this town is known for its themed events and festivals, including being the location of West Virginia’s best Harry Potter event, Wizard Weekend.
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Come wizards! Come muggles! Come to Fayetteville, West Virginia each January for a magical Wizard Weekend, where the whole town transforms into a Harry Potter wonderland.
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Traditionally held the last weekend in January, this celebration is fantasy at its funnest and finest right here in Appalachia.
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The entire mountain town of Fayetteville transforms into a magical kingdom straight out of Harry Potter’s world.
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With walking tours, scavenger hunts, outdoor games and activities, special menu items in restaurants, and Harry Potter themed products in stores, there’s something here for every Harry Potter fan.
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Butter beer (and butter beer lattes!). Potions. Costumes. Quidditch games.
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Come in costume, with one caveat: check the weather and make sure to dress accordingly. In January here in West Virginia, that usually means dress warm! Good thing Harry Potter is most easily recognizable by his heavy, warm striped scarf and long, dark wizard robe.
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To learn more about the end-of-January Wizard Weekend held in Fayetteville, West Virginia head over to the Visit Fayetteville WV website’s event page and check the month of January. You can also follow Fayetteville on Facebook to keep up-to-date on all that’s happening in this fun small town, things like Bridge Day and more.
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