From 24 to 26 November the streets and squares of the historic center of Alghero will be transformed into an alternative universe where wizards and fantastic creatures will come to life in the " Harry Potter Nights ", a one-of-a-kind event.

The event is organized and promoted by the Centro Commerciale Naturale Al Centro Storico , an association of local entrepreneurs united to revitalize and promote the attractiveness of the heart of the city of Alghero, and is organized in collaboration with the Alghenegra Association, the Family Policies Office of the Municipality of Alghero , Sassari Cosplay and other local realities; the initiative is sponsored by the Sardinia Region, the Municipality of Alghero and the Alghero Foundation.

It starts on Friday 24 November in Largo San Francesco from 6.30pm with the show by the Potter cosplayers and will continue at 8.30pm with the Yule Ball in Piazza del Teatro.

On Saturday and Sunday the " Harry Potter Nights" will come even more alive: many locations, squares, shops and activities in the center of Alghero will be transformed, recalling episodes and moments of the magical saga between dances, choirs, games, physical activities, literary readings, lessons of spells and much more.

On Saturday 25th from 6.30pm, among other events, there will be a treasure hunt for children aged 5 to 11, accompanied by at least one parent: to participate you must send an email toassociazionealghenegra@gmail.com .

On Saturday and Sunday the streets of the city will also be crossed by the magical Hogwarts Express train, run by the Catalan Train, active from 5pm to 8.30pm (the only activity that requires a paid ticket).

All information on the various events can be obtained at the Infomago point, set up in front of the Cathedral of Santa Maria from the afternoon on Saturday and Sunday.

«The Harry Potter Nights are designed to create happy days for families and enthusiasts, inviting everyone to spend a fun weekend in the streets of the historic center of Alghero», underlines Daniela M. Riu , president of the CCN Al Centro Storico, together with the management. «Our association was created to propose and implement projects aimed at bringing the heart of our city to life. We are sure it will be a weekend to remember, with many participants who will liven up the entire center, visiting the activities of our network. If this event is possible it is thanks to our partners, to the bodies that sponsored the initiative and to all our associated companies, who have placed their trust in us."

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