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London · 26 October 2026 · timeout.com

Oxford Street Christmas Lights to Feature a Harry Potter Wizarding Theme

Oxford Street's 2026 Christmas lights will embrace a Harry Potter theme, coinciding with the HBO premiere of a new Philosopher's Stone TV series on Christmas Day and the opening of a new Harry Potter flagship store on 4 November.

Oxford Street's 2026 Christmas lights are going full wizarding world, themed around the launch of a new Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone television series set to premiere on HBO on Christmas Day. Alongside the street's classic star lights, visitors can expect a series of Harry Potter-themed designs, though specific details are being kept under wraps ahead of the switch-on, which typically takes place in early November. In recent years, Oxford Street's festive displays have been made using eco-friendly materials, including LED lights and recycled plastic. The Harry Potter theme adds extra sparkle to what is already shaping up to be a landmark year for fans of the franchise. The illuminations will also coincide with the opening of a new Harry Potter flagship store on Oxford Street, which is scheduled to open its doors on 4 November. With both a major new TV adaptation and a dedicated flagship store arriving before the end of the year, 2026 is shaping up to be a significant moment for Harry Potter enthusiasts in London.

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