You manifest magic, Kolkata gives you Hogwarts. The city of joy is all set to give you the real magic in the Harry Potter Mini Fest at South City Mall.
Kolkata has now opened its gates to the wizarding world
Kolkata just didn't smell the magic inside you it shimmered with the smell of butterbeer and the faint crackle of magic. The much-anticipated Harry Potter Mini Fest at South City Mall is just not an event it's a nostalgia for a generation that guides your trip back to the corridors of Hogwarts right from the heart of Kolkata. You will get a spell-binding experience that will turn a regular Mall visit into a memorable experience of wizardry. This Harry Potter mini fest, which is happening in the South City Mall, has the ability to transport fans, regardless of their age, straight to JK Rowling's creation.
What made the fest unforgettable, and why should you visit it?
The great hall photo booth: It's not the old-fashioned standard backdrops, what you will get here is the iconic Platform 9 ¾ trolley photo, the perfect replica of Hogwarts. Every corner of this photo will be a frame worth the moment for the visitors, which will be carried throughout their lives as a memory
Quidditch quizzes and germs: The Harry Potter quizzes encountered fearsome competition for house Pride testing knowledge from Philosopher's stone to Deathly Hallows, and the best part was the Quidditch game zone, where enthusiasts run around trying to catch the snitch
The merchant Alley: Diagon Alley comes to South City: Official house robes and scarves, authentic wand replicas for every major character's unique Harry Potter & Jewellery and funcops, the essential food stall serving butterbeer (non-alcoholic)
The secret ingredient in the South City this fest
To everyone's surprise, this event is attracting a massive amount of youth, but this wasn't a mega event. It was a mini fest, and that's precisely what made it special. According to the experience of the visitors, it created a cosy, intimate atmosphere in the urban landscape of Kolkata and also proved that the Harry Potter community in the city of joy is massive, passionate and ready to turn up for the magic.
Your Travel Planner
| Starting Point | Mode of Transport | Approx. Duration | Distance | Route Link |
| Howrah Junction Railway Station | Car/Taxi/Ride-share | 42 minutes (with medium traffic) | 15.5 km | |
| Public Transit | 50 - 70 minutes (Bus/Metro + Auto) | Varies | Use Bus 13 or S-4 to Jadavpur/South City area, or take the Metro to Kalighat/Jatin Das Park and then a cab/auto. | |
| Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) | Car/Taxi/Ride-share | 59 minutes (with medium traffic) | 24.4 km | |
| Bus | 70 - 90 minutes | Varies | Direct A.C. bus services (like AC-12, V-1) often run towards the South City area. | |
| Esplanade/Dharmatala (CBD) | Public Transit (Bus/Metro) | ~35 minutes | Varies | |
| Car/Taxi/Ride-share | 30 - 45 minutes (depending on traffic) | Approx. 10 km | The area is well-connected by local taxis and app-based cabs. |
Tips for Visitors:
Metro Connectivity: The nearest metro stations are Kalighat or Rabindra Sarobar on the Blue Line. From either station, you can easily hire a rickshaw, auto-rickshaw, or cab for the final 10-15 minute ride to the mall.
Local Buses: The stretch of Prince Anwar Shah Road is a major bus route. Look for buses heading towards Jadavpur, Santoshpur, or Garia, as many pass directly in front of the mall.
Ride-Sharing: Using app-based taxi services (like Uber or Ola) is the most convenient door-to-door option, especially from the Airport or Howrah Station. Search for "South City Mall" as your destination.
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