# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The Science of Harry Potter
- **Event Start and End Date**: Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm – Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
- **Event Description**: Can science explain Harry Potter magic? Explore invisibility cloaks, levitation, potions and more with Jon Chase.About this EventWill we ever see an invisibility cloak? Can Muggle scientists make things float like “Wingardium Leviosa”?Join acclaimed science communicator and co-author Jon Chase for an entertaining and enlightening exploration into the magical world of Harry Potter.Drawing on the book The Science of Harry Potter, Jon reveals the real science behind some of the Wizarding World's most famous spells, magical objects and fantastical creatures. Discover how modern research is bringing us closer to technologies that once seemed impossible, from invisibility cloaks and flying devices to remarkable medical advances and mind-bending optical illusions.Along the way, you'll explore questions such as:Could scientists really create an invisibility cloak?Is "Wingardium Leviosa" possible using modern technology?How dangerous would a flying broomstick actually be?Perfect for Harry Potter fans, science enthusiasts, families, students, and anyone curious about the fascinating connections between fantasy and reality.Whether you're a devoted Potter fan or simply intrigued by the wonders of modern science, prepare to discover that the line between magic and science is often much thinner than it appears.About Jon ChaseJon Chase is an award-winning science communicator, presenter and writer with a background in aerospace engineering and science communication. He has worked with organisations including the BBC, the Open University, the Science Museum, the Royal Society and the Royal Institution, and is co-author of The Science of Harry Potter.Ticket InformationAdult Ticket£10.00Student Ticket£5.00 (50% discount)Child Ticket (Under 16)FreeChildren must be accompanied by a paying adult.This event is presented as part of the Chelmsford Science Festival.[DR 19.08.26]
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chelmsford/the-science-of-harry-potter/100001998423315934
- **Event Categories**: science-fair, art, literary-art, festivals, fine-arts
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 10, currency: GBP

## Event venue details

- **city**: Chelmsford
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: CM1 1SQ
- **lat**: 51.7413879
- **long**: 0.4745204
- **full address**: CM1 1SQ, ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY, Chelmsford, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The Science of Harry Potter being held?
  - **A:** The Science of Harry Potter takes place on Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 06:30 pm to Mon, 26 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm at CM1 1SQ, ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY, Chelmsford, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The Science of Harry Potter?
  - **A:** The Science of Harry Potter is organized by Anglia Ruskin University - Community Engagement.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The Science of Harry Potter is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chelmsford, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The Science of Harry Potter sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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