Calling all Potterheads! Did you know that in just a few weeks, there will be a Harry Potter convention in Maryland? If you’re free the weekend of August 17th-19th, then you’re in for a magical treat. Read on to learn more about PotterVerse, which will include fun workshops, plenty of Harry Potter inspired artwork and goods, and even celebrities. Grab your portkey and we’ll see you there!

This year's PotterVerse convention will be held at Bethesda North Marriott, located in Rockville, Maryland.
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The facility has a whopping 48,000 square feet of event space, so there's plenty of room for all of the wizarding activities to unfold.
Whether you attend for a day or the entire weekend, feel free to dress up.
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In fact, those in costume can participate in the cosplay parade. Go ahead and show off on the catwalk.
Need to brush up on those wizarding skills? Then take a dueling class, try your hand at wand making, and discover your patronus.
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And that's only a tiny portion of the programs offered. For a full list, click here.
Smaller witches and wizards can participate in the children's workshops. Here they can be sorted into their houses, listen to Hogwarts tales, and get creative with coloring projects and more.
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There really is something for every age here.

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There will also be live entertainment as well.
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Antipode Bellydance (pictured above) is sure to have you under their spell.
Best of all, you can meet some of your favorite Harry Potter characters from the movies, and get their autograph, too! Hello there, Professor Sprout!
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I hear Miriam Margolyes is downright delightful.
Or how about becoming best buds with the charming character, Jacob Kowalski, played by Dan Fogler?
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Are you looking forward to the new Fantastic Beasts movie as much as I am?
Or simply wander around the convention, peruse the dozens of art vendors, and pose for a photo.
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There will be plenty of places and props where you can snap a photo to remember.
So, what do you think? Will we see you at PotterVerse 2018?
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For more information about this otherworldly event, including ticket prices, visit the website here.

For more Maryland magic, consider checking out our favorite butterfly garden.

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