Fans of Harry Potter are encouraged to come to Grapevine for a chance to win tickets to Fan Expo Dallas
Grapevine, Texas -- The British Emporium is once again summoning fans of wizardry and wonder for a spellbinding evening of cosplay, contests, and Harry Potter-inspired fun ahead of Fan Expo Dallas 2025.
In partnership with Fan Expo Dallas, the beloved British goods retailer will host a magical pre-convention celebration on Thursday, May 22, at its flagship store in Grapevine from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Open to witches, wizards, and muggles of all ages, the Harry Potter-themed cosplay night will feature a costume contest where winners will earn a chance to compete for tickets to Fan Expo Dallas, the largest pop culture convention in Texas.
The event will include enchanting experiences such as:
• Photo ops on the red carpet with a Fan Expo Dallas step-and-repeat banner
• Emcee Jeff Herndon donning wizard attire and leading the festivities
• Live Harry Potter trivia, magical characters, including Newt Scamander and Dumbledore
• A tea leaf reader and other wizardly entertainment, adding to the mystical atmosphere
• Free butterbeer samples and a storefront transformed into the whimsical world of Honeyduke’s
Guests are also encouraged to visit the newly opened Wizard-themed escape room at the Grapevine Escape Room next door, open until 8 p.m. that evening.
FAN EXPO Dallas will take place May 30-June 1, 2025, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas. This is where cosplay, comics, fandom, and fantasy come to life.
Join the fun, dress to impress, and be ready for a magical night at the British Emporium!
For more information, follow @BritishEmporiumTX and @FANEXPODallas on Instagram.
About the British Emporium
For more than 32 years, The British Emporium has provided British groceries and gifts and hosted
community-related events such as royal celebrations, car shows, Doctor Who parties, and meet-and-greets with VIP visitors from Great Britain. Owned by the Bailey family, the stores in Grapevine and Richardson are a popular gathering place for ex-pat Brits and Anglophiles alike. More information about The British Emporium can be found at www.british-emporium.com.
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About FAN EXPO Dallas
FAN EXPO Dallas is the ultimate fan destination for everyone looking to celebrate everything big in pop culture! As the largest fan gathering in Texas, this three-day event at the Kay Bailey Hutchison
Convention Center from May 30 to June 1, 2025, offers a citywide extravaganza featuring family-friendly attractions, world-renowned celebrities, and an ultimate playground for Comics, Sci-Fi, Horror,
Anime, and Gaming enthusiasts. Don't miss out on the epic experience – secure your tickets now at www.fanexpodallas.com!
