Sirromet Winery has become the first venue in Australia to host the internationally acclaimed Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience, bringing the spellbinding world of Hogwarts to life in the heart of Mount Cotton, southeast of Brisbane.
A Walk Through Magic
The immersive forest trail at Sirromet Winery opened on 20 June 2025 and will continue through winter, transforming the bushland into a magical night-time adventure. The 1.7-kilometre walk features theatrical lights, soundscapes and life-sized magical creatures from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts films.
Scenes follow the order of the movie timeline, a detail unique to the Brisbane edition. Visitors can interact with creatures like Hippogriffs and Nifflers, walk through fog and glowing mushrooms, and spot the Weasleys’ flying car.
Families can cast spells, pose for photos and summon their own Patronus. While the trail is designed to be inclusive, Sirromet notes that steep and uneven areas may pose challenges for some.
Local Business with a Global Touch
Sirromet Winery’s partnership with global producers brings a major themed experience to the Redlands Coast for the first time. While known for hosting music and food festivals, this is the venue’s largest entertainment event to date.
Local tourism operators expect it to boost business, especially during school holidays and weekends. At the end of the trail, visitors can enjoy a themed village with butterbeer, warm drinks and official merchandise. Sirromet’s Cellar Door and Lawn Bar are also open longer to cater to both event guests and regular patrons.
Dining and Accommodation Options
To enhance the night out, Sirromet has launched pre-show dining packages at its Tuscan Terrace restaurant. Guests can enjoy a specially themed two-course meal paired with a glass of wine. Additional on-site dining is available during the day and evening, including casual café meals and mulled wine served at The Lawn Bar.
For those looking to stay overnight, Sirromet’s accommodation arm, Sanctuary by Sirromet, offers several packages. Options like the “Wizards Wonder” and “Winter Warmer” include luxury pavilion stays, breakfast, and wine tasting experiences, allowing guests to extend the magic into the next day.
Getting There and What to Know
The Forbidden Forest Experience runs nightly with session times beginning in the early evening. Tickets start at $49 for adults and $35 for children, with pre-booked parking available for $15 on-site.
.While designed for all ages, guests are encouraged to dress warmly and wear comfortable shoes, as the trail takes up to 75 minutes to complete.
For full details, including ticket bookings and accessibility notes, visitors can head to the official event page at hpforbiddenforestexperience.com/brisbane or visit sirromet.com.
Published 25-June-2025
Featured Photo Credit: Sirromet Wines
