Legally we cannot brand this as a Harry Potter event as we do not own the copyrights. We can however, throw an event inspired by the series - and host both vendors and customers that adore the books and movies.
Then you are in good hands. Because all we care about is the story too. We don't support the author's politics, but we did grow up with this story and love it as much as our generation does - and the next one - and the next... and that's really all that matters.
How about a butterbeer and a Fizzing Whizzbee?
Yes we will be hosting food vendors, so long as their products adhere correctly to the theme.
Customers purchasing the VIP package includes an exclusive swag bag with goodies we've purchased directly from some of our vendors. This provides direct access for these vendors to our cusomers, elevates the experience, and entices more fans to come to the event.
We will also be providing market credit to all guests that purchase the VIP package.
That's right! We have a talking sorting hat to give every customer the chance to experience the sorting hat! We are hiring an actor to play Professor McGonagall who will be placing the hat and announcing the house at the entrance.
Yes, they are... because this isn't just a regular market!
This is an immersive experience with high costs. We are hiring other small businesses to provide decor and VIP bags; we are investing thousands into the supplies and labor of our character experiences; and many more. We want this event to bring in the dense crowds of Potterheads everywhere... not just the people that shop at your regular artisan market.
We don't want any of it to go to waste. At the end of the event, the organizers will help divvy up the props to all vendors. If you fancy something in particular, we will have a list of who asks first to make sure it's divided fairly.
Then please send us an email directly - at Hello@GourmetGroceries.ca.
You can also check out our website faq at: GourmetMarkets.ca/faq