HUBwarts by Rise: when magic lives in every child’s smile

For two days, our HUB turned into a real school of magic and sorcery — HUBwarts.

No letters from owls, but a full program, adventures, gifts, and hundreds of happy children.
We had long dreamed of creating not just Halloween, but an event that would be remembered for its light.

And we did it the way we know how — sincerely, with handmade brooms, magic potions, and jokes that even the Weasley brothers couldn’t have come up with.

How it all began

The idea to celebrate in the style of Harry Potter came about by accident — and immediately captivated the whole team.
Polya and Asya made brooms with their own hands, turning the office into a workshop of magic.
Kate, our host, spent several days learning everything about the houses, spells, and magical creatures because, let’s be honest, she hadn’t seen any of the movies before 😅

The preparations took weeks, and every detail, from the decor to the script, was filled with love.

On the day of the celebration

The children were greeted by a real sorting hat — and no one was left without a faculty! Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw, and Hufflepuff — everyone competed amicably in a quest for Horcruxes, solved riddles, and put together puzzles with photos of the heroes.

Then there was Just Dance — and even those who came just to “watch” couldn’t resist. And then — broomstick races, sweet potion making, laughter, shouts, and sparkling eyes that made even our flashlights seem dim.

The real magic is not in the decor

When it was all over, we received dozens of heartfelt messages from parents. They wrote that their children came home with smiles from ear to ear.
That was the moment when we realized that magic really exists. It is not created by wands, but by people who do something from the heart.

And although the team could barely stand on their feet after the event, everyone was happy. Because seeing so much joy is the best reward.

HUBwarts is over, but its glow will live on in our HUB for a long time.
We are already preparing for the next fairy tale — New Year’s Eve. And believe me, this time even Dumbledore would say: “Rise, you have surpassed the wizards!” ✨

Together with Rise, we create the magic of childhood — real, sincere, and Ukrainian 💙💛