Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Road, Huntersville, is hosting Quidditch Day on Saturday, September 16th, 2017, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
First, Charlotte Quidditch UNCC takes on UNCG Quidditch in a match that is sure to be magically entertaining.
After the match, you can take to the field and try catching the snitch and shooting the Quaffle. Charlotte Quidditch UNCC will be providing instruction.
Thirsty Nomad will be offering bewitching beverages and vendors like Clinks Drinks will have their wares for sale.
Quidditch day is free.
Curious about how Muggles play Quidditch? Here are the rules from US Quidditch. According to U.S. Quidditch, it’s a mixed gender contact sport with a unique mix of elements from rugby, dodgeball, and tag. A quidditch team is made up of seven athletes who play with brooms between their legs at all times.
Positions are the seeker, chasers, beaters and the keepers.
To get an idea of what Quidditch looks like, here’s a video of the 2016 World Cup, in which USA trounced Germany.
While you’re there, be sure to test your navigational skills in the Amazing Maize Maze. Adult Day Maze tickets are $11, and Child Day Maze tickets are $8.