Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert has been announced for Warwick Castle Live 2025, the series which is set to bring incredible shows to one of the country’s most iconic settings.
This concert, which promises fun for the whole family, will take place on Sunday 31st August, joining this run of huge live music events set against the stunning medieval backdrop of Warwick Castle, with the previously announced Texas who headline on Friday 29th August, and Pet Shop Boys who headline on Saturday 30th August.
Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert will feature the London Contemporary Orchestra performing live, to picture, every note from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone. Audiences will be able to relive the magic of the entire film in high-definition on a 40-foot screen while hearing John Williams’ unforgettable score performed live.
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences and CineConcerts created the Harry Potter Film Concert Series, the only official global concert tour celebrating the Harry Potter films. Since the world premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone In Concert in 2016, more than 3 million fans have enjoyed this magical experience, which is scheduled to include over 2,973 performances across more than 48 countries worldwide through 2025.
In Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, Harry Potter learns on his 11th birthday that he is the orphaned son of two wizards and possesses magical powers of his own. At Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he learns the high-flying sport of Quidditch and plays a thrilling ‘live’ chess game en-route to facing a Dark Wizard bent on destroying him.
Gates will open for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert at 4:30pm, with the show beginning 7:15pm. Gates for the further events will open at 6:00pm. This will allow visitors to take in the spectacular scenery and enjoy the range of artisan food and drink offerings available which will cater to all dietary requirements.
The shows, which will take place on the last weekend of August, will be set within the 64 acres of beautiful grounds and gardens, against the backdrop of the Castle, which is one of the UK’s most popular visitor attractions and ideally located in the very heart of the country.
Tickets for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert go on-sale general sale from Friday 23rd May at 10am. Tickets for Texas & Pet Shop Boys are on-sale now.
Presented by RG Live and TEG Live Europe, Warwick Castle Live is becoming a firm fixture in the summer live music calendar, bringing internationally acclaimed, hugely in demand artists and shows to this historic setting for exclusive concerts.
The series has previously hosted Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, Johnny Marr, McFly, and Ministry of Sound Classical.
Warwick Castle Live 2025
Friday 29th August 2025 Texas
Saturday 30th August 2025 Pet Shop Boys
Sunday 31st August 2025 Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In
Concert
Warwick Castle, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6AH
Tickets available from warwickcastlelive.co.uk
VIP tickets also available.
About Warwick Live 2025
Timings:
Gates will open for Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert at 4:30pm, with the show beginning 7:15pm.
For all other shows gates will open at 6pm, last entry 9pm.
Travel:
There is no parking on-site. Public transport or local taxi services are strongly recommended. Official event parking will be available in Warwick Town Centre, with signposted car parks.
Transport Options:
- Buses: Drop off at Warwick Town Centre (5-minute walk to the venue).
- Trains: Warwick Train Station is a 10-minute walk from the venue. Trains run until approximately 11:00 PM. Please check schedules in advance.
Food & Drink:
For Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone™ In Concert:
This is a picnic style event, so audience members are permitted to bring food and drink with them, with the below strict restrictions:
No glass will be permitted onsite.
The following items CAN be brought into the event:
- Alcohol, limited to the following quantities per Adult
- Up to one litre of wine in unopened plastic or cardboard containers. Larger boxes of wine permitted if shared between a group and no greater than 1 litre per person.
- Or 4 cans of beer, cider or pre-mixed spirits
- Soft Drinks/Water (plastic/cardboard/can)
- Umbrellas up to 1m long
- Hampers and cool boxes (no bigger than 40 litres)
- Plastic/wooden knives / cutlery
- Folding Chairs & folding seat sticks (limited to one per person)
For All Other Shows:
No food and drink purchased off-site, including alcohol, can be brought into the event grounds. However, there will be a wide selection of fully stocked bars and food stalls available on-site. Unopened bottles of water are permitted.
About RG Live
RG Live have been producing and promoting hugely successful events across the UK, Europe, USA and Australia for decades, ranging from large-scale cutting-edge concerts to world-renowned light trails. In 2023 the company welcomed over 3.5m attendees across its varied portfolio of live productions.
About TEG Live
TEG Europe is owned by TEG, a leading global live entertainment, ticketing, digital and data company which sits at the heart of the live event experience for millions of fans. TEG bring thousands of live events to fans, sells 30 million tickets at some of the world’s most iconic venues, welcomes two million fans to its own venues, and connects hundreds of entertainment and brand partners to new audiences each year. TEG operates more than 30 brands in 40 countries on six continents.
About Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE)
Warner Bros. Discovery Global Experiences (WBDGE) is a worldwide leader in the creation, development, licensing and operating of location-based entertainment based on the biggest franchises, stories, and characters from Warner Bros.’ world-renowned film, television, animation, and games studios, HBO, Discovery, Cartoon Network and more. WBDGE is home to the groundbreaking locations of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal theme parks around the world, award-winning Warner Bros. Studio Tour locations in London, Hollywood, and Tokyo, the iconic Harry Potter New York flagship store, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, The WB Abu Dhabi, The FRIENDS Experience, The Game of Thrones Studio Tour and countless other experiences inspired by Harry Potter, DC, Looney Tunes, Scooby-Doo, Game of Thrones, FRIENDS and more. WBDGE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery’s Revenue & Strategy division.
About Wizarding World
From the moment eleven-year-old Harry Potter met Rubeus Hagrid, Keeper of Keys and Grounds at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, his adventures have left an indelible mark on popular culture. Today, over 25 years later, the Harry Potter phenomenon thrives as one of the most successful and best-loved entertainment properties in history.
J.K. Rowling’s best-selling Harry Potter novels have been brought to life in an ever-evolving, interconnected universe which is loved by millions of fans worldwide. Eight blockbuster Harry Potter films and three epic Fantastic Beasts films bring the spellbinding action to life on screen, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child mesmerizes on stage, and state-of-the-art video and mobile games from Portkey Games allow players to experience the wizarding world like never before. Fans can proudly showcase their passion through innovative consumer products, and thrill at spectacular location-based experiences – including five theme park lands at Universal Studios locations around the world.
This expanding portfolio of Warner Bros. Discovery-owned Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts offerings includes ground-breaking touring experiences and events, each developed to celebrate special moments and locations that fans cherish, as well as the Platform 9 3⁄4 retail shops and iconic flagship store – Harry Potter New York. Wizards, Witches and Muggles alike can also discover something new as they explore behind-the-scenes secrets at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter.
With a new HBO Original TV series based on the Harry Potter books on the way, this extended world continues to provide the community with fresh and exciting ways to interact. For its global fans, and for generations to come, it invites everyone in to find the magic for themselves.
For the latest Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts news and features, visit www.harrypotter.com
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