What if you could celebrate New Year’s Eve at Hogwarts? In a castle steeped in an atmosphere of mystery and enchantment, where surprises lurk around every corner and your closest team surrounds you?
“Lumos Gala” is more than just a party. It’s a true adventure where every guest becomes part of a magical world.
Team spirit, an air of mystery, and a rich program will create not only total immersion but also deliver sincere emotions that unite more powerfully than any spell.
Team spirit, an air of mystery, and a rich program will create not only total immersion but also deliver sincere emotions that unite more powerfully than any spell.
What to expect?
- Guest welcome with musical accompaniment
- Interactive program: themed quiz and “Intuition” game
- Dance show and live cover band
- Master classes in a magical style
- Background activities: from fortune telling to a magical lottery
- “Potion Brewing” bar and magical desserts
- Chill-out area inspired by the wizarding world
- Recommended dress code with magical accents
Guest arrival
Guests will enter a magical space, where the path to the main hall winds through shimmering twilight lit by candles and enchanting elements. House banners, guiding signs, mystical candlelight, and magical details all around will create a truly mesmerizing scene.
At the entrance, guests will be greeted by the Heads of Houses and the Sorting Hat, which will assign each participant to a Hogwarts house:
At the entrance, guests will be greeted by the Heads of Houses and the Sorting Hat, which will assign each participant to a Hogwarts house:
- Gryffindor — courage and determination
- Slytherin — cunning and ambition
- Hufflepuff — kindness and loyalty
- Ravenclaw — wisdom and intellect
After this magical sorting, each guest will receive a distinctive item — a badge, bracelet, or scarf — becoming a member of their house for the entire evening.
Also at the entrance, guests will meet a Micro-Mage, who will effortlessly demonstrate astonishing tricks filled with mysterious moments and surprising twists.
A refined champagne tower will add a unique New Year’s atmosphere of celebration and wonder. Nearby, a themed photo zone, along with a vocalist and violinist performing in perfect harmony, will create a tender and spellbinding ambiance.
Also at the entrance, guests will meet a Micro-Mage, who will effortlessly demonstrate astonishing tricks filled with mysterious moments and surprising twists.
A refined champagne tower will add a unique New Year’s atmosphere of celebration and wonder. Nearby, a themed photo zone, along with a vocalist and violinist performing in perfect harmony, will create a tender and spellbinding ambiance.
Dress code
The evening’s main style is classic Black Tie with magical details. Deep blue, emerald, burgundy, and black shades, velvet, shimmering fabrics, embroidery, brooches, feathers, and elements with moon and star symbols are all encouraged. Accessories that hint at the magical world — tiny keys, amulets, pendants, or wands — are especially welcome.
Background zones and activities
Letter from Hogwarts
Guests can write a festive letter to loved ones using magical inks and quills. Messages are created on decorative scrolls with wax seals. All letters will be delivered to the recipients by New Year’s, serving as a warm reminder of this magical evening.
Guests can write a festive letter to loved ones using magical inks and quills. Messages are created on decorative scrolls with wax seals. All letters will be delivered to the recipients by New Year’s, serving as a warm reminder of this magical evening.
Magical Bar
Here, guests won’t just taste magical cocktails — they’ll become potion masters themselves, creating their own enchanting drinks. From mood-boosting potions to elixirs with incredible flavors — anything is possible!
Here, guests won’t just taste magical cocktails — they’ll become potion masters themselves, creating their own enchanting drinks. From mood-boosting potions to elixirs with incredible flavors — anything is possible!
Fortune Teller
In a secluded corner of the hall lies the divination zone. There, guests will find a mysterious seer with cards, crystal balls, and ancient scrolls. She will reveal glimpses of the future, immersing guests in the ambiance of mystical prophecy.
In a secluded corner of the hall lies the divination zone. There, guests will find a mysterious seer with cards, crystal balls, and ancient scrolls. She will reveal glimpses of the future, immersing guests in the ambiance of mystical prophecy.
Balance Board
Remember how Harry Potter learned to balance on a broom? In this zone, guests will test their balance — not on a broom, but on a themed balance board that recreates the sensation of flying.
Remember how Harry Potter learned to balance on a broom? In this zone, guests will test their balance — not on a broom, but on a themed balance board that recreates the sensation of flying.
Snitch
An interactive zone that tests dexterity and reaction. Inspired by Quidditch, guests must “catch snitches” in a modified grabber-style game. Whoever collects the most magical artifacts within the time limit wins!
An interactive zone that tests dexterity and reaction. Inspired by Quidditch, guests must “catch snitches” in a modified grabber-style game. Whoever collects the most magical artifacts within the time limit wins!
Magical Fortune Reader
When a guest touches the magical reader, it instantly “senses” their state of mind and questions, delivering a personalized message. It could be advice, a warning, or a spark of inspiration for the upcoming year.
When a guest touches the magical reader, it instantly “senses” their state of mind and questions, delivering a personalized message. It could be advice, a warning, or a spark of inspiration for the upcoming year.
Master classes
Magical Amulets
Guests will create personalized amulets using natural stones, metals, and themed elements. Each amulet will reflect the creator’s wishes and intentions for the year ahead.
Guests will create personalized amulets using natural stones, metals, and themed elements. Each amulet will reflect the creator’s wishes and intentions for the year ahead.
Magic Wands
Here, participants will craft their own magic wand, decorating a wooden base with paints, crystals, and themed ribbons. This keepsake can later adorn the guest’s Christmas tree.
Here, participants will craft their own magic wand, decorating a wooden base with paints, crystals, and themed ribbons. This keepsake can later adorn the guest’s Christmas tree.
Fragrance Creation
By blending natural essences, guests will create a signature scent — a story, a mood, and a touch of magic in a single bottle.
By blending natural essences, guests will create a signature scent — a story, a mood, and a touch of magic in a single bottle.
Magical Lanterns
Throughout the evening, each house will be able to create a magical lantern using a variety of decorative elements. These lanterns can be taken to the office afterward — a lasting reminder of the magic shared at the event.
Throughout the evening, each house will be able to create a magical lantern using a variety of decorative elements. These lanterns can be taken to the office afterward — a lasting reminder of the magic shared at the event.
Chill-out area
A cozy space with sofas and dim lighting. Here, guests can relax, chat with colleagues, and soak up the magical mood.
Soft lights, comfort, and a themed hookah menu inspired by characters and spells. Ideal for post-midnight conversations and slow immersion into the atmosphere.
Soft lights, comfort, and a themed hookah menu inspired by characters and spells. Ideal for post-midnight conversations and slow immersion into the atmosphere.
Evening program
Magical Lottery
Throughout the evening, each guest will complete three tasks randomly assigned by the Magical Lottery. These challenges might range from learning a new spell to solving a riddle or performing a magical ritual.
Once all tasks are completed, guests will receive a magical coin at a special stand. This coin can be exchanged for sweet treats inspired by the world of Harry Potter — chocolate frogs, caramel truffles, and other magical delights — in a themed candy shop to end the evening on a sweet note.
Throughout the evening, each guest will complete three tasks randomly assigned by the Magical Lottery. These challenges might range from learning a new spell to solving a riddle or performing a magical ritual.
Once all tasks are completed, guests will receive a magical coin at a special stand. This coin can be exchanged for sweet treats inspired by the world of Harry Potter — chocolate frogs, caramel truffles, and other magical delights — in a themed candy shop to end the evening on a sweet note.
Creation of the Book of Magic
Each house (representing a department or team) will create its own Book of Magic. This will be a collaborative project that combines creativity, emotion, and teamwork.
Every participant will contribute to their house’s book by adding words of gratitude and warm memories from the year, magical wishes for colleagues, illustrations, symbols, and decorative elements reflecting shared values and the unique energy of the team.
Each house (representing a department or team) will create its own Book of Magic. This will be a collaborative project that combines creativity, emotion, and teamwork.
Every participant will contribute to their house’s book by adding words of gratitude and warm memories from the year, magical wishes for colleagues, illustrations, symbols, and decorative elements reflecting shared values and the unique energy of the team.
Themed quiz
For all lovers of magic and thrill-seekers, we’ll host an extraordinary quiz filled with enchanting challenges. It will put everyone’s magical knowledge and instincts to the test in an unforgettable way.
For all lovers of magic and thrill-seekers, we’ll host an extraordinary quiz filled with enchanting challenges. It will put everyone’s magical knowledge and instincts to the test in an unforgettable way.
Interactive Game “Intuition”
This immersive game, involving professional actors, invites each guest to test their magical abilities and dive deep into a world of mystery and magical happenings.
This immersive game, involving professional actors, invites each guest to test their magical abilities and dive deep into a world of mystery and magical happenings.
Dance show
Guests will take part in a grand dance performance. Alongside professional dancers, they will co-create a spectacular choreography inspired by magic and atmospheric wonders.
Guests will take part in a grand dance performance. Alongside professional dancers, they will co-create a spectacular choreography inspired by magic and atmospheric wonders.
Cover band
One of the highlights of the evening will be a performance by a live cover band, enchanting the audience with a specially curated repertoire — from gentle melodies to upbeat New Year hits in unique arrangements. A musical experience designed to delight everyone present.
One of the highlights of the evening will be a performance by a live cover band, enchanting the audience with a specially curated repertoire — from gentle melodies to upbeat New Year hits in unique arrangements. A musical experience designed to delight everyone present.
Décor
House crests, vintage candles, dark wood furniture with Hogwarts-inspired elements, scroll-like menus and dishes, flowing fabrics, candles, and lighting effects — all will immerse guests in a magical, otherworldly atmosphere.
The décor can be adapted to reflect the company’s corporate identity — including the creation of personalized house crests with branded elements.
The décor can be adapted to reflect the company’s corporate identity — including the creation of personalized house crests with branded elements.
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Finale
Presentation of the Books of Magic and House Awards
At the end of the evening, the most anticipated moment will be the grand presentation of the Books of Magic, crafted by each house.
The host will read aloud the most original messages and wishes, comment on the artistic and creative value of each book, and recognize the houses that showed the strongest spirit and creativity throughout the evening.
Each participant will be honored with a symbolic trophy — a magical keepsake that reflects their contribution to the collective magic of the night.
At the end of the evening, the most anticipated moment will be the grand presentation of the Books of Magic, crafted by each house.
The host will read aloud the most original messages and wishes, comment on the artistic and creative value of each book, and recognize the houses that showed the strongest spirit and creativity throughout the evening.
Each participant will be honored with a symbolic trophy — a magical keepsake that reflects their contribution to the collective magic of the night.
