Make the Wal-Mart pledge
Wal-Marts around the world will be holding midnight readings of the "Deathly Hallows" on July 21.
But first you have to make the pledge not to spoil the ending.
More than 2,900 stores across the United States will be holding Harry Potter festivities starting July 20.They will culminate with a 12:01 a.m. reading of the book on July 21.
Other activities planned for the night include:
-- Getting sorted into Hogwarts’ houses of Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw or Hufflepuff with color bands to ensure their place in line for the book
-- Trivia challenge and giveaways held throughout the evening
-- Customers and associates dressed in Harry Potter character attire
In some locations awards will be given for best costume and there will be additional engaging entertainment throughout the store, including special features broadcast on Wal-Mart TV.
To make the pledge, go to http://www.makethepledge.net
The Wal-Marts in Canyon Country and Palmdale, which are open 24 hours, will be participating in the midnight reading and festivities.