The release of the eighth installment of the "Harry Potter" series has led the bookstores to be creative on the day. Parties will be held in different places in New Orleans, just to celebrate the release of the "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," which happens to land on the same day of Harry Potter's birthday, July 31.
Midnight of July 30, Saturday night, is said to be one of the magical nights in the Harry Potter world and for the avid fans out there. On July 31, "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child" part one and two will be released to the public.
According to reports, the pre-order of the book has broken records as the most pre-ordered book since the "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" back in 2007. With the obvious excitement of the books' release, parties will be held in its honor on midnight of July 30.
Maple Street Book Shop
7523 Maple St., New Orleans will be holding a party on Sunday, July 31. The ad for the party had a slogan that said "Join us on the birthday of The Boy Who Lived to celebrate the release of the eighth Harry Potter story!" as reported by NOLA.
Tubby and Coo's
613 N. Carrolton Ave., New Orleans, will be hosting a birthday for Harry potter on Sunday as well, from 2pm to 5pm. It will be filled with games and fun in the spirit of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter.
Octavia Books
513 Octavia St., New Orleans will have the party on Saturday, from 10pm to midnight. It is advisable to come I costumes during the event as well and participate in its activities. Award-winning interactive storyteller, Frank Levy will also grace the party with his presence.
There is a lot to look forward to on July 31 for the release of the "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child." According to Time, each of the prior books to the "Harry Potter" series began on July 31, which is Harry's birthday. Thus, this explains Rowling's decision to release it on the said date.
