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Harry Potter Fans Celebrate Hogwarts School Start in London

Fans gathered in London to celebrate the fictional Hogwarts school start and the upcoming new Harry Potter series.

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Hundreds of Harry Potter fans from around the world gathered in London on September 1 to celebrate the fictional start of the school year at Hogwarts and the upcoming new series. [1] HBO Max moved the iconic scene of boarding the Hogwarts Express from King's Cross station to the former Old Billingsgate market to manage crowds and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the saga. [2] The event at Old Billingsgate recreated elements of the Harry Potter universe, including the Hogwarts Express, magical owl mail, and the ability to wear house uniforms. [3] HBO Max relocated the iconic King's Cross platform 9 and 3/4 scene to the Old Billingsgate market to manage crowds ahead of the series launch. [4] The new HBO Max series is scheduled for release on Christmas Day. [5] HBO Max relocated the iconic scene from King's Cross station to the former Old Billingsgate market to avoid congestion and provide an interactive experience for fans. [6] Attendees participated in interactive experiences including riding the Hogwarts Express, sending magical letters via owl post, and wearing house uniforms. [7]
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  1. Hundreds of Harry Potter fans from around the world gathered in London on September 1 to celebrate the fictional start of the school year at Hogwarts and the upcoming new series. · El Financiero
  2. HBO Max moved the iconic scene of boarding the Hogwarts Express from King's Cross station to the former Old Billingsgate market to manage crowds and celebrate the 25th anniversary of the saga. · El Financiero
  3. The event at Old Billingsgate recreated elements of the Harry Potter universe, including the Hogwarts Express, magical owl mail, and the ability to wear house uniforms. · El Financiero
  4. HBO Max relocated the iconic King's Cross platform 9 and 3/4 scene to the Old Billingsgate market to manage crowds ahead of the series launch. · RPP
  5. The new HBO Max series is scheduled for release on Christmas Day. · RPP
  6. HBO Max relocated the iconic scene from King's Cross station to the former Old Billingsgate market to avoid congestion and provide an interactive experience for fans. · Hoy Digital
  7. Attendees participated in interactive experiences including riding the Hogwarts Express, sending magical letters via owl post, and wearing house uniforms. · Hoy Digital
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