Harry Potter Black Friday deals and gifts: what to know about the sales season

Harry Potter Paperback Box Set books 1-7: was $100, now $45.44 at Amazon
This fantastic Black Friday deal saves you over 50% on the entire Harry Potter book collection. So whether you've never read the series before, want to replace some older copies, or are looking for a great gift for a Harry Potter fan, this is the ticket. There are also deals on the series in hardback which save you more, but still costs more.
Hardback Box Set: was $226.93, now $128.42 at Amazon

Lego Prive Drive and Ford Anglia: was $59.99, now $79.99 at Amazon
A Black Friday stalwart is the Lego set of 4 Privet Drive, complete with minifigures of Harry's 'family' and Harry, Ron and Dobby, a Ford Anglia and many owls. This is not the lowest we've seen for the set, as it's sold for $4 less, but there's no saying if that'll happen this Black Friday.

The Noble Collection Harry Potter Wand: was $37.50, now $44.99 at Amazon
The Noble Collection is a renown merch maker and these replica Olivanders wands are some of its most popular fare. Based on the film model at a 1:1 scale, and coming in a box inspired by the film too, it'd be a great gift for a fan of the film series.

Harry Potter sweaters: up to $25 off at Target
Target has loads of Harry Potter sweaters, ranging from cute cartoon ones like the hoodie you can see to the left, to alumni ones, branded ones and more. Loads of them are on offer, at up to $25 off, so if you're a fan of the franchise there's almost definitely something for you there.

The Official Harry Potter Cookbook: was $19.99, now $12.99 at Amazon
This is a popular item in the sales with fans of Harry Potter and food (aren't we all?). It helps you cook loads of recipes based on the stories, from simple ones (gingerbread flying Ford Anglias) to more complex ones (beef burger bus bun meals). Don't buy it for yourself — buy it for someone who'll cook for you!

Tri-wizard Tournament Maze Game: was $13.59, now $9.99 at Walmart
There's a discount on this wizarding board game, which plays like a version of Trouble but with wizarding cards to shake up the action. At less than $10 it's a great buy to add some magic fun to your holiday or Thanksgiving meetings.

Lego Dots Hogwarts Desktop Kit: was $44.99, now $31.49 at Target
While most Lego sets task you with recreating an existing build, this one is for the creative types. It's an arts and crafts kit letting kids design various desktop items: a note holder, a photo frame, a tray and a jewelry box. They can redesign them as many times as they want.

Harry Potter 3" Black Metal Bookend: was $44.99, now $35.99 at Walmart
Bring some Hogwartsy decoration into your home with these school skyline bookends. Since the discount they've proven popular on Walmart, with their minimal charm working with all different types of apartment and house.

Funko Draco Malfoy pin: was $15, now $8.99 at Funko website
This stocking-filler enamel pin based off of Draco Malfoy has a sizeable discount.  It shows the character with his quidditch broom, ad would be a great gift for someone who loves to hate Harry's Slytherin rival.

Lego The Ministry of Magic: was $99.99, now $55.99 at Target
This Lego version of the wizarding world's Ministry of Magic isn't based on the movies but is simply a play set inspired by the magical location, which shows up in several of the films. It comes with loads of minifigures and even a little Lego telephone box.

Hogwarts Castle Paper Model Crafting challenge: was $59.99, now $47.31 at Amazon
Don't want to splash out on an expensive Lego Hogwarts set? This paper model Hogwarts will take great skill to make, as it uses no glue or tools but just your precision and wits.

Lego Hogwarts Castle: was £409.99, now £349.99 at Zavvi
This massive Lego set is certainly for collectors or huge fans, but £60 is nothing to turn your nose up at when it comes to discounts, especially for Lego sets which only get modest discounts. Actually, don't buy this, I want it!

Harry Potter Children's Collection: The Complete Collection: was £62.99, now £33.49 at Amazon
You can get the collection of 7 books for almost half price on Amazon, which would make for a great gift (or catch-up if you haven't even read the books yet). They come in a slip case with special cover art which is a lot less gloomy and adult than some of the others you see, making it better for younger readers.

Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit: was £34.99, now £16.99 at Zavvi
I've played Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit with my family and it's definitely the kind of experience that Potterheads can get very competitive about. It has 1800 questions that'll push fans to the limit, and will help you work out who in your fam knows the stories the best (and who doesn't!).

Lego Hedwig: was £34.99, now £27.86 at Amazon
This Hedwig model proves popular at Black Friday each year, and we could see it go even lower, as it's been as cheap as £23 before. For now it's a little above that, in what's still a decent discount.

Lazerbuilt Harry Potter True Wireless Bluetooth Earphones: was £29.99, now £24.99 at HMV
In honesty, I haven't tested these Harry Potter-themed TWS earbuds, and the chance of them being good at this price is tiny. But they have a cute carry case and are super cheap, so maybe if you're a Potterhead, you can eschew good music quality for a magical vibe. There's also a version of this with a light-up Hogwarts house case if you want that extra flair.
Light-up Hogwarts True Wireless Bluetooth earphones (same price)
Light-up Patronus Over-Ear headphones (same price)

Official Harry Potter wand: $39 at Harry Potter Shop US | £32 at Harry Potter Shop UK
While there are many different Harry Potter wands you can buy on the web, the official Harry Potter Shop does them too. You can buy wands from the popular characters and they come in decoratvie boxes, and you can even personalize them though that'll bump up the price.

Funko Pop! Harry Potter: $12 at Funko US | £12 at Funko Europe
Funko's little collectible models are popular with fans of various franchises, and there are loads of Harry Potter options to collect like this low-cost one from Chamber of Secrets.

The Official Harry Potter Cookbook: $12.99 at Target / Amazon US / Walmart | £13.89 at Amazon UK
If you or someone you know loves to cook, then this Harry Potter inspired cook book will be a great gift. Learn how to make Malfoy blondies, troll bogey smoothies, Hagrid soup and more. If you're more baking inclined, there's also a baked-goods-centric alternative version.

Hogwarts Legacy: $69 at Amazon US | £36.99 at Argos
Smash hit video game Hogwarts Legacy lets players explore the world of Hogwarts in the 1900s, giving players their own journey through the wizarding school. It's available on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, PC, Nintendo Switch (from November 14), PS4 and Xbox One with standard, collectors' and deluxe editions too.

Lego Hogwarts Castle and Grounds: $169.99 at Lego | £126.99 at Amazon UK (was £149.99, save 15%)
This collectors' set is a cute 2,600-piece model Hogwarts, ready to be proudly displayed on a shelf or table. If you want the no-holds-barred super-Hogwarts, though, there's an even pricier option with over 6,000 bricks and several minifigures:
Lego Hogwarts Castle: $463 at Amazon US | £382 at Amazon UK

Harry Potter Trivial Pursuit: $17.73 at Amazon US (was $21.99, save 19%) | £17 at Zavvi (was £34.99, save over 50%)

Personalized Wizard Robes: $100 at Harry Potter Shop US | £75 at Harry Potter Shop UK
Another must-have wizarding accessory sold by the official Harry Potter store is robes from the four houses, so you can buy someone an outfit themed on whether they're Gryffindor, Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or Slytherin. You can get it embroidered with a name too.