Step Into An Interactive Harry Potter Experience in Austin
McKinney Roughs Nature Park has transformed into an enchanted nighttime trail inspired by the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films
Austin is home to a magical new attraction where McKinney Roughs Nature Park has transformed into an enchanted nighttime trail inspired by the “Harry Potter” and “Fantastic Beasts” films. The park hosts the Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience, offering an immersive journey through some of the most iconic scenes and creatures from the beloved wizarding world. Since its debut over 25 years ago, J.K. Rowling’s Harry Potter series—both the books and blockbuster films—has become a global sensation, remaining one of the most enduring and beloved franchises in entertainment history.
The experience, produced by Warner Bros. Discovery Global Themed Entertainment in collaboration with Fever and IMG, has previously been held in locations including the UK, New York and Australia. The Austin event features a lighted woodland trail where visitors can encounter magical creatures like Unicorns and Hippogriffs, along with interactive elements such as spell-casting and Patronus-summoning.
Explore the interactive trail while sipping on Butterbeer
In addition to the trail itself, the event features a themed village where guests can purchase official “Harry Potter” and “Fantastic Beasts” merchandise, as well as food and drink options. Among the offerings are the iconic Butterbeer, a popular wizarding drink in the “Harry Potter” universe known for its sweet butterscotch flavor.
The experience takes approximately 60–90 minutes, with the trail activation lasting around 45–75 minutes. Tickets start at $41 for adults and $28 for children. The event will run through the holiday season, operating daily from 5:45 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., with the last entry at 10:15 p.m. More information and tickets are available at www.HPForbiddenForestExperience.com.