Update: You can see some of the cast members to Part 2 at the Apple store on the 5th Click Meet Harry Potter cast for details.
To help you stand more chance of seeing the stars at the Harry Potter film premiere, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I and having a more comfortable wait, we’ve put together 7 tips to help you.
This premier is going to be huge, but if you’re a fan you already know this, so the thing is what are you going to do about it so that you stand a good chance of seeing the stars in person.
The last Harry Potter premiere was crazy busy there was something like 3,000 people in the square so if you weren’t near the barriers, you had no chance of getting a signature, a photo or even seeing the stars.
Just look at the picture below and you’ll get an idea of how busy and crowded it was, imagine having gone all that way and then being at the back, that’s why we’ve put these tips together for you.
7 tips for getting to see the stars at Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I
1. Get there the night before or by 6am at the latest on the day of the premiere
Hard core fans will camp out in the square, if you do this there’s no problems with security because believe me there will be lots of other fans doing the same thing and Leicester Square is well policed when they know a big film premiere is on.
2. If you’re camping get some extra Metro newspapers to put under your sleeping bag
Camping out on concrete isn’t like being in some field, having a load of newspapers under your sleeping bag will make a difference.
3. Do take a sleeping bag
Even though you won’t get much sleep it’s warmer being in a sleeping bag than anything else and bring a fold up camping seat for the night. It won’t be any use during the day but good for the night.
4. Clothes wise it’s layers, layers, layers
The weather forecast for Wednesday night isn’t looking great, having layers will keep you much warmer.
5. Make a cardboard sign
If you make a big cardboard sign saying something like – I’ve been here since last night, or I’m the biggest Harry Potter fan, you could get interviewed by TV crews or foreign press as they’re always looking out for people to talk to. Also you stand more chance of the stars seeing you and maybe coming over.
6. Don’t forget the camera and double check the pen works
Your mobile’s good but a camera picture is way better
7. Have something waterproof to keep the autograph book or poster in
Bring an extra plastic bag to put your autograph book and poster in so that you can get a good signature and also so it doesn’t get smudged afterwards if it’s raining
Follow these tips and you should have no problems in seeing the stars and have a reasonably comfortable wait. Also take a look at our London Premiere Guide for other tips and advice.
The London film premiere of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part I is in Leicester Square at the Odeon Leicester Square on Thursday 11th. The main stars are unlikely to be there before 6pm.
If you’ve got any other tips let HP fans know in the comments below.
Harry Potter premiere crowds are always huge
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There’ll be a few you can go to in London. But if you don’t mind spending a bit more than average you could go to either the Odeon in Leicester Square or try the BFI Imax. You can book tickets on line Odeon BFI Imax
I will be arriving in London on July 15 and would like to see HP 7 on sunday july 17. any suggestions on movie theaters and how to get tickets? thanks
Thanks for the info about the toilets HP7, this article was for Part 1 not part 2
Thanks for commenting Lydia, this article was for Part 1
The main event is on Trafalgar Sq not Leicester Sq and there will be toilets available
It’s 7th!
You’ll definitely need all those things and you won’t be alone camping. With the other campers there your stuff should be safe. On the day pack it all in the rucksack and then you’ll also have something to sit on.
I was just curious about what bags you should take to a premiere. I am going to be camping out for three days for the Harry Potter and The Deathly Hallows Pt. 2 premiere and just wanted to know if the following would be acceptable:
. A handbag for more personal items such as phones, cameras etc.
. A rucksack for sleeping bag and food
. Spare carrier bags
I am just worried about what to do with them as it starts to get crowded.
Thanks.
In Leicester Square it’s a matter of popping into one of the pubs, Burger King or holding on. That’s why you need to go with friends to keep your spot.
Do you know if there will be toilet facilities?
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