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Lucca Comics celebrates 60th anniversary with Harry Potter pavilion

Fans gathered in Lucca, Italy, for the 60th edition of Lucca Comics and Games over the last few days.

Five Takeaways From Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s Largest Comic-Con: ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Percy Jackson’ Fandoms Are Alive and Well, As Are Cosplayers
File photo Five Takeaways From Lucca Comics and Games, Europe’s Largest Comic-Con: ‘Harry Potter’ and ‘Percy Jackson’ Fandoms Are Alive and Well, As Are Cosplayers Photo: Variety

Crowds fill medieval city streets

Around 80,000 ticket-paying fans visited the event daily. The medieval city in Tuscany hosted creative leaders and artists.

Harry Potter pavilion draws lines

Queues for HBO's Harry Potter pavilion began in the early morning. Visitors saw props and received temporary tattoos for their chosen house.

Actors send remote greetings

John Lithgow and Nick Frost appeared via a specially filmed message. Some attendees expressed caution regarding changes to the upcoming show.

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