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Cross the historic 1905 iron footbridge high above the train tracks, then follow the steep stairs into Woodrow Park for one of Staunton’s most magical views. Interpretive signs highlight the city’s history and architecture. Open 6 a.m.–11 p.m. Please note: The route includes steep stairs .

Launch into the wizarding world at this character breakfast, with Hogwarts instructors and others in attendance! Emmanuel Episcopal Church will serve pancakes (plain & pumpkin), sausage, cinnamon apples, and drinks in an enchanting atmosphere of fun. All proceeds go to directly supporting children in Haiti to receive meals and education. Two seatings: 7:30 and 9:00 AM. (In the church's Fellowship Hall, 300 West Frederick Street, one block west of Lewis Street). *Please note that there are no gluten free options available.* Church building tours will be offered. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here: https://tinyurl.com/yuudtj3w Saturday September 26, 2026 7:30am - 9:00am EDT Emmanuel Episcopal Church 300 W Frederick Street, Staunton VA Specialty Dining , Tickets Required Attendees (4) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Gypsy Hill Park is an additional parking option should the former Staunton Mall lot fill, or if people would prefer to walk. Please be aware that the festival is approximately 1 mile from Gypsy Hill Park. The walk is entirely paved and is also flat. Saturday September 26, 2026 8:00am - 8:00am EDT Gypsy Hill Park 229 116th Regimental Rd Festival Service , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (3) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

QCMM Shuttles Begin at 8:00 a.m. at the location of the Former Staunton Mall. Please use the entrance off of Frontier Dr. across from Pendleton Community Bank, 478 Frontier Drive. Look for the signs and volunteers! Shuttles will run continuously beginning at 8:00 am on SATURDAY ONLY! The last shuttle to the mall departs downtown at 9:45 pm! Saturday September 26, 2026 8:00am - 8:00am EDT Former Staunton Mall Festival Service , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (29) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Register here: https://raceroster.com/events/2026/130756/firebolt-5k-and-race-of-100-harrys-virtual-or-in-person

Enjoy the Labyrinth at Trinity Episcopal Church, a place for rest and quiet contemplation. Open from 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. both Saturday and Sunday.

Thank you to City National Bank for providing accessible parking for the duration of the festival!

Thank you to Central United Methodist Church for providing overflow accessible parking for the duration of the festival!

Do Good Alley features amazing local non profit organizations sharing their mission with QCMM attendees, providing fun crafts and exciting keepsakes! Do Good Alley is open from 9-4 Saturday, and 10-3 Sunday, however, individual organization times may vary. Due to the ongoing closure of the Wharf, Do Good Alley will once again be located on S. New Street. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 9:00am EDT Do-Good Alley Do-Good Alley Festival Service , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (39) View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in Pamona Sprout's Herbology Greenhouse on Beverley Street! *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 11:30am EDT Herbology Greenhouse (in front of Sun Trust Bank) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (43) View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in Professor McGonagals' office, the divination classroom, the Gryffindor common room, and Gringott's. *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30; 12:45- 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 11:30am EDT 110 W Beverley St 110 W Beverley St Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (39) View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in the potions classroom and the Slytherin common room. *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 11:30am EDT 35 S. New Street Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (42) View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Follow the yellow brick road to see the new QCMM-Official Characters from the Land of Oz in settings straight out of the movies. Characters include Glinda, Elphie, Fiyero, Dorothy, the Lion, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, the Wizard, and even a Flying Monkey! *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.; 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.; 3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 11:45am EDT Oz (The Staunton Wharf) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (17) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Launch into the wizarding world at this character breakfast, with Hogwarts instructors and others in attendance! Emmanuel Episcopal Church will serve pancakes (plain & pumpkin), sausage, cinnamon apples, and drinks in an enchanting atmosphere of fun. All proceeds go to directly supporting children in Haiti to receive meals and education. Two seatings: 7:30 and 9:00 AM. (In the church's Fellowship Hall, 300 West Frederick Street, one block west of Lewis Street). *Please note that there are no gluten free options available.* Church building tours will be offered. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased here: https://tinyurl.com/yuudtj3w Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT Emmanuel Episcopal Church 300 W Frederick Street, Staunton VA Specialty Dining , Tickets Required Attendees (4) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by and find out about our adoptable animals and services, and possible adopt a magical creature of your own for a small donation.

Join MBU's MFA Shakespeare Company, Mountain Laurel Shakespeare Ensemble, for face painting and potion making! Donations accepted to support touring educational Shakespeare plays to schools in Virginia.

Come support Hawassa Hope in Ethiopia with our raffle for a LEGO Hogwarts Castle!

Capture a memory in your Rememberall! We will also have limited edition T-shirts for sale

Grab your wand and train with the public defenders! Aspiring witches and wizards will learn essential protection spells. Face down tricky questions, master your defensive stance, and earn your official Defender’s Apprentice badge. Free drop-in activity for all ages.

Stop by to watch chalk artist Robert Mott create a masterpiece just for QCMM 2026! Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 4:00pm EDT Oz (The Staunton Wharf) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (22) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Come shop at our Vintage Harry Potter store! Lots of different items to choose from including smelling potions from Ethiopia! All proceeds support our school in Ethiopia.

Swing by Oz to see Glinda's bubble, you might even catch sight of some of the QCMM Oz characters while you're there! Due to the fragile nature of Glinda's bubble, availability will be weather dependent—we don't want it popping or floating away! Saturday & Sunday Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. *Characters will only be present at various times throughout the day and will rotate throughout other areas of the festival. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT Oz (The Staunton Wharf) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (15) M Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

All of our fantastical book covers have gone missing from our wizarding library, and we need your help finding them in our garden to solve the mystery of who hid them! While you are here, test your skills with our special-made board games to see if you have what it takes to become a magical librarian!

Take a break from the bustle to discover a magical garden! Create your own wand, enjoy some shade and a moment to rest. This enchanting craft is free while supplies last!

Stop by the Heifetz InstitUte Music Store to take a peek at the Ravenclaw Common Room! Fill a water bottle at the hydration station while you are here. **This is a photo op and hydration station only, not a character location. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 7:00pm EDT Heifetz Institute Music Shop 11 S New St Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (27) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Come explore a NEW immersive magical journey created by the designers of QCMM’s beloved TriWizard Tourney Maze! Follow the winding path, where riddles, spells, and surprises await, leading to a mysterious and cozy hideaway for witches, wizards, and magical folk of all kinds. Keep your eyes peeled—you might spot a magical character (or two…or three!) along the way to The Witch’s Hideaway! $5 per person. Meet, greet & take a photo with Elphaba herself: Sat, Sept 26: 9AM-1PM Sun, Sept 27: 12PM-2PM

Visit the Visitor's Center to find what is lost or to get information on how to have a perfect visit to Staunton!

Test you knowledge and learn more about the many magic types of visual art, by playing our game of tic tac toe. Special " thank you" gift for playing.

Help us bring the Yellow Brick Road to Staunton! We’ll provide the chalk—you provide the creativity. Transform a brick with yellow flowers, hearts, animals, magical designs, or simply color it solid yellow. Every brick helps create the road!

We will be doing a wizards and witches hunt. We will have different things around our store for everyone to look for. At the end of the hunt they will receive some prizes.

Stop by Magnolia Rose to take a peek inside the Hufflepuff Common Room! *not a character location, photo op only Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm EDT Magnolia Rose Attraction—Drop In , Free Attendees (39) e View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Had too much magic and mischief and need to take a break? Visit the Courthouse lawn and sit for a while before jumping back into the fun!

Needing a place to take a rest? Follow the yellow brick road and you'll find the Wharf picnic tables. Take a break and rest for a bit before continuing to enjoy the mischief and magic!

Needing a break from all the Mischief and Magic? Visit the Mevluda Tahirovic Memorial Garden located behind the Staunton Augusta Art Center and sit for a spell.

Stop by the Information Booth to say hi and get your questions answered about all-things QCMM! Saturday - 9:00 a.m.- 9:00 p.m. Sunday 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm EDT Festival Service , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (8) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Looking for passage to the Ministry of Magic to need a quick bathroom break? Look no further! Located In the parking lot at the corner of Augusta St. and Johnson Sr. Restrooms will be open for the duration of the festival, 9am to 9pm Saturday and 9am to 5pm Sunday. Thank you E&E Plumbing for your support! Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm EDT Parking Area at the Corner of Augusta St. & Johnson St. Festival Service , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (11) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

The Frenchmen restaurant offers a quiet, private area for breastfeeding during the festival.

Co-Art Gallery offers a quiet, private area for breastfeeding during the festival.

Help keep the magic of QCMM going! Stop by our "Fund the Fun" tent on Augusta street to purchase a ticket for the Quackkitch World Cup Rubber Duck Race. Purchase one duck for $7.00 or three ducks for $20. Hilarious prizes will be awarded to dozens of participants. Our "Charming" pins will also be available to purchase. By purchasing a pin for just $20, you will be greeted by our characters as a fellow Magic Maker. As a gift of our appreciation for supporting the Magic, you may be given a charm from Charms class! Limited number of pins available. *Number of charms awarded will vary Lastly, to complete your magical outfit, we will have over 1,000 unique wands waiting to choose their owners and plenty of dragon eggs in need of adoption! Proceeds from the sales of all items will go towards keeping the magic of QCMM going for years to come!

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in Professor McGonagals' office, the divination classroom, the Gryffindor common room, and Gringott's. ASL interpretation will be available at this location from 9:00 am to 9:30 am. please let door prefect know if you need interpretation. *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.*Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30; 12:45- 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

"Ready, wands up! Learn how to cast spells, salute your opponent, and duel with a little help from your imagination. Witches and Wizards of all ages are welcome. Wand Dueling workshops will take place at Blackfriars Playhouse. Visit our American Shakespeare Center table in Do-Good-Alley to sign up!"

Come see some of your favorite QCMM characters arrive to kick off this years festival! Come early to snag a good viewing spot to see the characters step off the train onto the platform and start the start of weekend fun! Stay tuned to see which characters you will see! *Times may vary slightly based on rail traffic. ASL interpretation provided by a donation from Civic Access

"Ready, wands up! Learn how to cast spells, salute your opponent, and duel with a little help from your imagination. Witches and Wizards of all ages are welcome. Wand Dueling workshops will take place at Blackfriars Playhouse. Visit our American Shakespeare Center table in Do-Good-Alley to sign up!"

Come enjoy Jackies theatrical reading of the Magic Paintbrush story, and have a chance to win your own special paintbrush at the end.

High school juniors and seniors, take a little break from the downtown mischief and head just up the hill to Mary Baldwin University! Walk our hilltop campus, see where students live and learn, and experience how campus and community come together at MBU. The tour departs promptly at 10 a.m., so please arrive a few minutes early to check in.

Receive a personal psychic reading with Ashley Hallman or Reverend Meg, "The Happy Medium." Readings may include intuitive card guidance, channeled messages, and spiritual insight based on what comes forward during your session. Whether you arrive with a specific question or simply feel curious about what you may need to hear, each reading offers space for clarity, reflection, validation, and connection.

Keep your eyes to the skies—and Beverley Street! Our favorite owl rescue friends will be roaming with their feathered friends, sharing owl facts, answering questions, and posing for photos.

Join the SVCWEDancers to learn some historic dance moves (before JLo & Beyonce). Tom Mack & his crew will demonstrate and incorporate passers by in their lessons of dancing from a time gone by.

Expecto Patronum! Now you can discover your Patronus here at Queen City Mischief and Magic! Visit Ollivander's Wand Shop on Do Good Alley for our free Patronus game. Once your Patronus is revealed, you will be given a collectible Patronus card to keep. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!

Broom Sales

This is where young wizards and witches come in search of the most essential wizarding item: their wand. At Ollivanders you will find all your favorite Harry Potter Character Wands including: Harry Potter, Ron Weasley, Hermione Granger, Luna Lovegood, Severus Snape, Draco Malfoy and all your favorites. These character wands are replicas of the wands seen in the movies and books, designed to resemble the wands that each character used. Open Saturday ONLY 10am- 4pm (or sell out) Come early for the best selection. Look for the Blue Ridge CASA tent!

Join the Bessie Weller Potion Teacher's Association (PTA) to enjoy refreshing and magical Color Changing Lemonade!

Step into The Art-Cade to find magical treasures, play games, and meet a local art witch Lindsay Luna! Luna will be live-painting magical spells from 10 - 5 PM Saturday & Sunday. Come experience what she’s brewing up and enter the raffle to win a painting!

Get hands-on with the magic of glassblowing! With guidance from our experienced glassblowers, you’ll help create your very own pumpkin, orb or ornament, using colorful glass, heat, and a little bit of creativity. Choose your colors, watch the glass take shape, and be part of the process from start to finish. No experience necessary — just come ready to make some magic! Book online to reserve your spot. sunspots.com

The Wizard of oil paint returns this year to showcase the magic of art! Stop by anytime throughout the day to watch his painting progress. Be sure to fill out a raffle ticket for a chance to win an original painting by Todd Messegee!

Are you cunning and full of ambition like a Slytherin or loyal and fair like a Hufflepuff? Are you intelligent and creative like a Ravenclaw or brave and chivalrous like a Gryffindor? Come get sorted and find out which house you are destined to be a part of at the Official QCMM Sorting Hat Booth. Sorting is offered at no charge, but donations supporting the Scouts of Troop 73 are appreciated. Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 5:30pm EDT Staunton Wharf Activity—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (54) L e M View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Step into a world of enchantment this season at Staunton Clayground. Whether you are a brave seeker of magic or have a touch of wicked in your soul, our studio is ready to help you create your own piece of the wizarding world. We have prepared a massive collection of "Mischief and Magic" themed ornaments, perfect for fans of all things wizardry and wonder. From the halls of ancient wizarding schools to the emerald glow of a witch's lair, your creativity is the only limit!

The original and official ButterBrew of QCMM. It is the liquid that has funded the festival since 2016. Delicious, creamy and chock full of butterscotch!

Create your own little world at Lichen or Knot! Join us for a hands-on terrarium building workshop where you'll create your own miniature indoor garden to take home.

We will have owl crafts for children of all ages (1-99)!

Stop by early to pick up your favorite festival merch and enjoy a refreshing ButterBrew.At the intersection of Beverley St. and Augusta St.

Take a break in this shaded retreat on Beverley Street. Rest in a chair, refill your water bottles, and let little wizards enjoy a self-guided craft activity, including making snitches! Hosted by Queen City Music Studios and generously sponsored by Art Hive Collective and Queen City West Arts

Stay hydrated! Stop by Baja Bean to top off your reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated! Stop by the QCMM Information Booth to top off your reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated! Stop by Queen City Music Studios to top off your reusable water bottle

Stay hydrated! Stop by the Heifetz Institute Music Shop to top off your reusable water bottle

Visit Wendy's Place Cat Rescue in Do-Good Alley! Learn about what we do and enter our raffle for a free stay at the Frederick House Hotel. We'll also be selling small trinkets at our table. If you're interested in seeing our adoptable cats we'll direct you up the street to the Frederick House, where our adoptable cats are located. All proceeds go directly to the cat's in the care of Wendy's Place.

✨ THE HUNT FOR THE GOLDEN EGG! ✨ The hunt is on during Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA! 🥚✨ Think you have the courage, skill, and just enough luck to uncover the elusive Golden Egg? Step into Ovid & Lane’s **GIANT PREFECT’S BATH BALL PIT** and start searching! Hidden among thousands of balls are Golden Eggs waiting to be discovered, and finding one comes with a pretty magical reward. 🥚 **FIND THE GOLDEN EGG** Lucky treasure hunters who uncover a Golden Egg will receive one of our special **Cauldron Bath Bombs**, an $18 value, handcrafted by Ovid & Lane as part of our limited Queen City Mischief & Magic collection. ✨ **EVERYONE WINS** No Golden Egg this time? You’re still leaving with treasure! Every participant receives an **Ovid & Lane Bath Bomb**, a $9 value, just for taking the plunge. 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during Queen City Mischief & Magic weekend and see if **YOU** can find the Golden Egg! ✨🥚

✨ Become a Very Important Wizard (VIW)! ✨ Experience Queen City Mischief & Magic (QCMM) in downtown Staunton, VA with a little extra magic! Our **Very Important Wizard Package** bundles some of Ovid & Lane’s favorite QCMM experiences with priority access, special souvenirs, magical keepsakes, and a few extra surprises. 🧙‍♀️💫 ✨ **$110 RETAIL VALUE** 🎟️ **PRE-SALE: $70** 🎟️ ** DAY-OF-EVENT PRICE: $75** 🔮 **ONLY 45 VIW PACKAGES AVAILABLE!** What’s Included in Your VIW Package: 🔮 **Priority Seating in the Potion Rollers Class** Skip the waiting list and enjoy guaranteed access to one of our most popular Queen City Mischief & Magic experiences. 💦 Two (2) Dives into the Giant Prefect’s Bath Take two dives into our enormous ball pit in search of treasure! Every VIW is guaranteed one of our special **Cauldron Bath Bombs**, an $18 value and a magical creation not available for purchase, as well as another Cauldron Bath Bomb if you find the egg, or a Neophyte Bath bomb of the Wizard's choice. 👜 **“You Are Magic” Tote Bag** Perfect for carrying your QCMM treasures all weekend long. Sturdy, reusable, and yours to keep long after the magic is over. 👓 **Iconic Wizard Glasses** A little extra magical flair for your QCMM weekend! 🗝️ **Bronze Flying Key Necklace** A special keepsake to remember your Very Important Wizard experience. ✨ **AND MORE!** Your VIW tote will be packed with even more magical goodies and surprises from Ovid & Lane. 🎟️ VIW PACKAGE PRICING **Discounted Pre-Sale: $70** **Day-Of-Event Price: $75** Pre-sale packages are discounted, and quantities are limited. Reserve yours early for the best price! Why Go VIW? With a **$110 retail value**, the Very Important Wizard Package combines some of our favorite Ovid & Lane QCMM experiences into one magical package, with priority access, exclusive goodies, keepsakes, and a guaranteed Cauldron Bath Bomb. Whether you’re local to Staunton or traveling in for Queen City Mischief & Magic weekend, VIW is an easy way to make the most of your visit to Staunton & Ovid & Lane. 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia ✨ **Only 45 VIW packages are available. Reserve yours before they disappear!** ✨

Cotton Candy, Cupcakes and Cheese Balls

"Ready, wands up! Learn how to cast spells, salute your opponent, and duel with a little help from your imagination. Witches and Wizards of all ages are welcome. Wand Dueling workshops will take place at Blackfriars Playhouse. Visit our American Shakespeare Center table in Do-Good-Alley to sign up!"

Come see your favorite Hogwarts First Years get sorted! ASL interpretation provided by a donation from Civic Access

"Ready, wands up! Learn how to cast spells, salute your opponent, and duel with a little help from your imagination. Witches and Wizards of all ages are welcome. Wand Dueling workshops will take place at Blackfriars Playhouse. Visit our American Shakespeare Center table in Do-Good-Alley to sign up!"

We will teach 50 QCMM words in ASL and have them interact with each other

Step right up and be amazed by the Wizard's Magic Show! Witness incredible illusions and mind-bending tricks at this enchanting special experience only during the Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival! Come see two magicians/illusionists show you magic for muggles and magic users alike! All new show! Tickets are $18/person. Online tickets at https://victorianartsandculture.org/reserve-a-time

Festival favorite Michael Schwedick from Reptile World in Bowie, MD returns with his cast of scaly friends!

SPOOKY SILENT-FILM CARTOONS WITH LIVE MUSICIANS. Enjoy a 30-minute selection of kid-friendly silent films at Visulite Cinemas. Staunton Music Festival artists perform live music to accompany four silent cartoons from the 1920s, including "Alice's Spooky Adventure" and "The Skeleton Dance." Shows at 11:00 and 12:00. $5 per person. Concessions available for purchase too!

Located right off the shuttle stop across from MOTH WOOD, Madam Michele will be serving glitter lemonades, assorted sweets & confections including Bertie Bott’s, chocolate frogs, dipped wands, and fresh baked cookies.

Valley magician Brian Bence will be strolling Beverley Street throughout the day Saturday and Sunday showing us amazing illusions and dazzling slight of hand!

Finklepott's Fairy Hair, the original fairy hair will add sparkle to your day! Show off your favorite colors, or add some wickedly fun to your fair. Visit with the Finklepott's Fairies and let them add some sparkle to your hair. Stop by their canopies' and set up your time to sparkle and shine. Schedule your appointment here: https://finklepottsfairyhair.com/appointments/

Are you brave enough to face the Devil's Snare? Check out our indoor photo op, show us your best escape pose, and see if you can survive the vines! Don't forget to relax with a bite to eat and a house-made butter brew (spiked or otherwise) in our limited souvenir mugs!

Join us on Saturday for a magical high tea at the Frederick House. Tea will be served between 11:00am-6:00pm. $25 per person includes your choice of tea, coffee, or hot chocolate and 3 courses of light eats. After tea, you'll have the option of being able to meet and interact with the adoptable cats at Wendy's Place Cat Rescue. All proceeds benefit Wendy's Place Cat Rescue! Reservations are strongly recommended and can be made at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/wendysplacecatrescue/2414898

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Join some of your favorite Oz characters as they show off their vocal talents!

Do Good Alley features amazing local non profit organizations sharing their mission with QCMM attendees, providing fun crafts and exciting keepsakes! Do Good Alley is open from 9-4 Saturday, and 10-3 Sunday, however, individual organization times may vary. An ASL interpreter will be available at Do-Good Alley from 11:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Saturday!Due to the ongoing closure of the Wharf, Do Good Alley will once again be located on S. New Street.

"Ready, wands up! Learn how to cast spells, salute your opponent, and duel with a little help from your imagination. Witches and Wizards of all ages are welcome. Wand Dueling workshops will take place at Blackfriars Playhouse. Visit our American Shakespeare Center table in Do-Good-Alley to sign up!"

Experience the power of natural tonics, syrups, & remedies in a tasting class at MOTH WOOD. Come sit a spell while we sip on tea and sample a selection of elderberry products, fire ciders, kombuchas, and other all-natural concoctions. Then we will use our olfactory system to enchant our moods by exploring essential oil diffusion. Each participant will leave with a bottle of choosing of an essential oil blend and a diffuser disk. Class for ages 10+. $15/participant. Advanced registration is required. Register at Mothwood.co/potions Saturday September 26, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT MOTH WOOD Activity—Time Specific , Tickets Required Attendees (52) e View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Step into the magical world of glassblowing and watch hot, molten glass transform before your eyes! This live demonstration showcases the skill, heat, and artistry behind hot glass as molten glass is shaped into something extraordinary. Come see a little real-world magic in action! Admission is free! For all ages.

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Join your favorite characters on a parade through the heart of QCMM. The parade will start at the end of Beverley Street, across from The Arcadia Project and proceed west on Beverley Street, finishing by the "You Belong Here" mural. Attendees are welcome to join the parade and walk with their character!

“Puffs, Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic” is a delightful theatrical production by Matt Cox, presented by the Silver Line Theatre Exchange in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. This family-friendly show tells the story of the Puffs, a group of misfit students who navigate seven years at a certain Wizard School, overshadowed by a famous boy wizard who saves the world. This comedic tale is perfect for anyone who has ever felt less than extraordinary, featuring area university students aspiring to careers in theatre. While it is suitable for families, it does include scenes of violence, death, and sexual innuendo. The performance runs for approximately 110 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission.

SPOOKY SILENT-FILM CARTOONS WITH LIVE MUSICIANS. Enjoy a 30-minute selection of kid-friendly silent films at Visulite Cinemas. Musical artists will perform live music to accompany four silent cartoons from the 1920s, including "Alice's Spooky Adventure" and "The Skeleton Dance." Presented by the Staunton Music Festival: https://www.stauntonmusicfestival.org/Shows at 11:00 and 12:00.$5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the door using cash or credit. Concessions available for purchase too!A limited number of tickets will be available online and can be purchased here: https://us.patronbase.com/_StauntonMusicFestival/Productions/455/Performances

We've arranged for a mermaid to visit! Come say hi while she's here!

Wildlife Center of Virginia, a world-class wildlife rehabilitation center, joins us with some of their furry research friends! https://wildlifecenter.org/ ASL interpretation provided by a donation from Civic Access

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Come catch a preview of the upcoming Storm Theater (Staunton High School) production of Hogfather . Based on Terry Pratchett's 1996 novel of the same name and adapted by Stephen Briggs, Hogfather focuses on the absence of Hogfather, a mythical creature who grants children's wishes on Hogswatchnight and brings them presents. Be sure the full show at Staunton High School on October 2nd and 3rd at 7:30 p.m. and October 4th at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased using the following links; October 2nd: https://gofan.co/event/6891387?schoolId=VA12286 October 3rd: https://gofan.co/event/6891398?schoolId=VA12286 October 4th: https://gofan.co/event/6891416?schoolId=VA12286 Saturday September 26, 2026 12:45pm - 1:00pm EDT Queen City Music Studios' Ravenclaw Stage Intersection of Beverley Street and New Street Performance/Show , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (3) e Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in Pamona Sprout's Herbology Greenhouse on Beverley Street! *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 12:45pm - 5:00pm EDT Herbology Greenhouse (in front of Sun Trust Bank) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (31) M Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in Professor McGonagals' office, the divination classroom, the Gryffindor common room, and Gringott's. *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30; 12:45- 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 12:45pm - 5:00pm EDT 110 W Beverley St 110 W Beverley St Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (28) M Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Stop by to see your favorite QCMM-Official Characters in the potions classroom and the Slytherin common room. *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.; 12:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 12:45pm - 5:00pm EDT 35 S. New Street Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (31) M Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Follow the yellow brick road to see the new QCMM-Official Characters from the Land of Oz in settings straight out of the movies. Characters include Glinda, Elphie, Fiyero, Dorothy, the Lion, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow, the Wizard, and even a Flying Monkey! *Characters will rotate throughout our Meet and Greet areas and other festival areas throughout the day.* Saturday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.; 1:00 p.m.- 5:00 p.m. Sunday Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.; 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.; 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Saturday September 26, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT Oz (The Staunton Wharf) Attraction—Drop In , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (9) M Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

We will teach 50 QCMM words in ASL and have them interact with each other

Which duck will come out on top! Purchase a duck or two and take your chance at winning the Quackkitch World Cup! Saturday races will be at 1pm and 3 pm with two heats during each session. The starting line of the race will be on Central Ave. across the street from the "You Belong Here" mural. Prizes will be awarded to multiple winners—and even the loser! The race is free to attend and observe, but to have a chance at winning, a duck must be purchased. Ducks will be available for purchase at the "Fund the Fun" tent on Augusta Street. This is a fundraiser for QCMM. Saturday September 26, 2026 1:00pm - 1:30pm EDT Duck Race Splash Zone Activity—Time Specific , Tickets Required Attendees (60) L e View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Step right up and be amazed by the Wizard's Magic Show! Witness incredible illusions and mind-bending tricks at this enchanting special experience only during the Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival! Come see two magicians/illusionists show you magic for muggles and magic users alike! All new show! Tickets are $18/person. Online tickets at https://victorianartsandculture.org/reserve-a-time

Join us in downtown Staunton for a magical speakeasy during Queen City Mischief and Magic! Grab a seat, raise a glass, and mingle with fellow QCMM fans at this enchanted pop-up — all for a great cause. The Junction is mixing up specialty themed cocktails and mocktails just for the occasion. The first 100 guests will receive a magical gift! 100% of ticket sales go to BICSV's Critical Need Fund, which helps brain injury and stroke survivors across the Shenandoah Valley stay housed, keep the lights on, put food on the table, and access the vocational support and adaptive technology they need to thrive. This event is for ages 21+ only. Come cast a spell for a good cause! Tickets are $25. https://app.betterunite.com/braininjuryconnectionsoftheshenandoahvalley-theemeraldcauldron Saturday September 26, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm EDT The Junction, next to the Depot Grille Activity—Time Specific , Tickets Required Attendees (40) e L View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share Get help with the event Contact event planner Event login View support guides Find upcoming events Create an event you'd love to attend! Explore why organizers choose Sched • Success stories Event App • Event scheduling • Event registration • Event ticketing • Sched forms • Call for papers • Badges • Conferences © 2026. SCHED LLC - All rights reserved - Helping events since 2008 Conference Scheduling Software • Privacy • Terms

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Nikki from Bird in the Hand will be showing off and telling us all about her fabulous feathered friends!

$40, pendulum included (pay at the door-limited spots available) Learn how pendulums can be used as tools for intuitive development, self-reflection, and spiritual practice. Participants will learn how to establish their yes and no responses, ask clear questions, recognize personal influence, and practice using a pendulum in a grounded and responsible way. No previous pendulum experience is necessary. Each participant will receive a pendulum to use during the workshop and take home.

Students have entered their names to be considered for the Triwizard Cup, whose name will be chosen to participate?

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Are you cunning and full of ambition like a Slytherin or loyal and fair like a Hufflepuff? Are you intelligent and creative like a Ravenclaw or brave and chivalrous like a Gryffindor? Come get sorted and find out which house you are destined to be a part of at the Official QCMM Sorting Hat Booth. Sorting is offered at no charge, but donations supporting the Scouts of Troop 73 are appreciated. ASL interpretation will be available from 1:45 pm to 2:15 pm on Saturday and is provided by a donation from Civic Acces.

Step right up and be amazed by the Wizard's Magic Show! Witness incredible illusions and mind-bending tricks at this enchanting special experience only during the Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival! Come see two magicians/illusionists show you magic for muggles and magic users alike! All new show! Tickets are $18/person. Online tickets at https://victorianartsandculture.org/reserve-a-time

The Flutes of the Shenandoah are a musical ensemble consisting of all sizes of magical flutes, from piccolo to contrabass flute.  The program will feature a variety of eerie and mystical musical selections inspired by magic, mystery, and the supernatural. Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm EDT Queen City Music Studios' Ravenclaw Stage Intersection of Beverley Street and New Street Performance/Show , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (52) e View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Wildlife Center of Virginia, a world-class wildlife rehabilitation center, joins us with some of their furry research friends! https://wildlifecenter.org/ Saturday September 26, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm EDT Virginia is for Lovers Stage at Sunspots Pavilion Performance/Show , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (34) e Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Valley magician Brian Bence will be strolling Beverley Street throughout the day Saturday and Sunday showing us amazing illusions and dazzling slight of hand! An ASL interpreter will be with Brian from 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm Saturday and is provided by a donation from Civic Access

Come down to Staunton Station to see more of the QCMM characters arrive for the festival Be sure to arrive early to snag the perfect spot to see the characters step off the train onto the platform before heading off to start some mischief! Stay tuned to find out which characters you will see! * Times may vary slightly based on rail traffic. Saturday September 26, 2026 2:45pm - 3:00pm EDT Staunton Station Attraction—Time Specific , Free—Festival Sponsored Attendees (49) e M View All → Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

We will teach 50 QCMM words in ASL and have them interact with each other

Which duck will come out on top! Purchase a duck or two and take your chance at winning the Quackkitch World Cup! Saturday races will be at 1pm and 3 pm with two heats during each session. The starting line of the race will be on Central Ave. across the street from the "You Belong Here" mural. Prizes will be awarded to multiple winners—and even the loser! The race is free to attend and observe, but to have a chance at winning, a duck must be purchased. Ducks will be available for purchase at the "Fund the Fun" tent on Augusta Street. This is a fundraiser for QCMM. Saturday September 26, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm EDT Duck Race Splash Zone Activity—Time Specific , Tickets Required Attendees (29) e Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

Step right up and be amazed by the Wizard's Magic Show! Witness incredible illusions and mind-bending tricks at this enchanting special experience only during the Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival! Come see two magicians/illusionists show you magic for muggles and magic users alike! All new show! Tickets are $18/person. Online tickets at https://victorianartsandculture.org/reserve-a-time

A fun free orchestra concert for the whole family, featuring your favorite magical and wizardy movie music, including music from the Harry Potter films!

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Experience the power of natural tonics, syrups, & remedies in a tasting class at MOTH WOOD. Come sit a spell while we sip on tea and sample a selection of elderberry products, fire ciders, kombuchas, and other all-natural concoctions. Then we will use our olfactory system to enchant our moods by exploring essential oil diffusion. Each participant will leave with a bottle of choosing of an essential oil blend and a diffuser disk. Class for ages 10+. $15/participant. Advanced registration is required. Register at Mothwood.co/potions

Festival favorite Michael Schwedick from Reptile World in Bowie, MD returns with his cast of scaly friends! ASL interpretation provided by a donation from Civic Access

A Gallery-Style Mediumship Experience $40 Pay at the door-limited spots available Join Psychic Medium and Founder of Legacy of the Rose, Ashley Hallman for an intimate gallery-style mediumship experience centered around connection, healing, and the signs that remind us our loved ones are still near. Ashley will connect with spirit and share messages with members of the audience as they come through. While attendance does not guarantee an individual reading, everyone is invited to witness the love, validation, and unexpected moments that unfold within the room.

Come see Snape face off in a magical duel!

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Step right up and be amazed by the Wizard's Magic Show! Witness incredible illusions and mind-bending tricks at this enchanting special experience only during the Queen City Mischief and Magic Festival! Come see two magicians/illusionists show you magic for muggles and magic users alike! All new show! Tickets are $18/person. Online tickets at https://victorianartsandculture.org/reserve-a-time

Keep your eyes to the skies—and Beverley Street! Our favorite owl rescue friends will be roaming with their feathered friends, sharing owl facts, answering questions, and posing for photos.

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Want to try your hand at quad ball and get ready for a real match? Join QCMM Head Girls to learn about the game of quad ball and how it’s played. When training is over, stay for a chance to participate in a real match! Players must be at least 11 years old, wearing athletic shoes, and a parent must be available to sign a waiver.

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Join us for a magical round of trivia @ the green room. Teams are limited in size to five people. Only 6 teams will have the chance to play so call ahead or stop by to book your team's spot starting on 9/25!

Come cheer on your favorites as the Crimson Lions take on the Golden Badgers in the first semi-final match of the day!

A fun free orchestra concert for the whole family, featuring your favorite magical and wizardy movie music, including music from the Harry Potter films!

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Want to try your hand at quad ball and get ready for a real match? Join QCMM Head Girls to learn about the game of quad ball and how it’s played. When training is over, stay for a chance to participate in a real match! Players must be at least 11 years old, wearing athletic shoes, and a parent must be available to sign a waiver.

✨ MAGIC COMES IN ALL FORMS! ✨ Step into the world of potion-making during Queen City Mischief & Magic with our ever-popular **MYSTIC POTION ROLLERS CLASS**, taught by the illustrious **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood**. 🔮✨ Attendees will craft their own **Mystic Potion Roller** (retail value $25), using our **Secret Sorcerer’s Base** made from natural oils and mystical fragrances. However, the true spellmaking begins when you **ADD YOUR OWN MAGIC** from a selection of **100+ mini crystals + gemstones**, including such favorites as **Sunstone, Amethyst, Obsidian, Tiger’s Eye**, and many more. 🔮💎 ✨ MORE CLASSES + MORE SEATS THIS YEAR! You asked, and we listened! We’ve added **more class times AND more seats at each workshop** for Queen City Mischief & Magic this year. Classes are offered **every half hour from 11:00 AM through 5:30 PM**, giving more of you a chance to create a little magic with us! 🕰️ **Professor Brandy Pure-Blood will be taking a well-deserved 30-minute break to recharge her magic at 2:30 PM**, then she’ll be right back to potion-making! ✨ FOR ALL AGES! ✨ Kids, grown-ups, families, friends, Muggles and Pure-Bloods are all welcome. There’s no age limit on adding a little magic to your day! 🔮💎 🎟️ RESERVE YOUR TIME! **These workshops WILL sell out.** Our Mystic Potion Rollers Class is one of our most popular QCMM experiences every year, so choose your workshop time and reserve your seats in advance. **Last Saturday reservation time is 5:30 PM.** 📍 **OVID & LANE** 20 E. Beverley Street Block of Courage Downtown Staunton, Virginia Join us at Ovid & Lane during **Queen City Mischief & Magic in downtown Staunton, VA** and create a little magic of your very own. ✨🔮 **Reserve your time now before your favorite workshop disappears!**

Come cheer on your favorites as the Indigo Eagles take on the Emerald Snakes in the second semi-final match of the day!

Smart Cookies Trivia presents QCMM Trivia Night at Ciders From Mars! Come test your knowledge of all things magic and fantasy for a chance to win prizes, bragging rights, and cookies!

Live Messages from Reverend Meg’s Spirit Guides $40 (Pay at the door-limited spots available) Join Reverend Meg, “The Happy Medium,” as she connects directly with her spirit guides and shares their wisdom, insight, humor, and perspective in a live group experience. This special evening offers guests the opportunity to hear the guidance Meg’s spirit guides have for the collective, explore deeper spiritual questions, and experience the unique personalities and wisdom of the guides she works with.

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street ASL interpretation provided by a donation from Civic Access

Put on your BOOgie shoes and join us for a Dementor Dance Party to wrap up the first day of the festival!

Feast with your favorite characters at our Hogwarts Reunion Banquet, part of Queen City Mischief and Magic. All ages! Meet up and dine with your favorite Hogwarts characters! As you enjoy your dinner, they'll entertain and delight you with news about the coming year at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Menu: Shepherd's Pie, French Green Peas, Curried Apple Coleslaw, and Rolls. For dessert: House Shortbread Cookies, Brownies, and Butterbeer. A vegetarian option is available; just let us know at [email protected] when you purchase your ticket. For other dietary restrictions or accessibility needs, please contact us at the same email address before purchasing so we can confirm we're able to accommodate you. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased here: https://tinyurl.com/qcmm-reunion-dinner Saturday September 26, 2026 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT Trinity Episcopal Church Specialty Dining , Tickets Required Attendees (8) Sign up or log in to save this to your schedule, view media, leave feedback and see who's attending! Tweet Share

1 Hour walking ghost tour inside Staunton's Most Haunted House, the Spotts-Coffman House / ALL TICKETS $16

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street

“Puffs, Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic” is a delightful theatrical production by Matt Cox, presented by the Silver Line Theatre Exchange in special arrangement with Concord Theatricals. This family-friendly show tells the story of the Puffs, a group of misfit students who navigate seven years at a certain Wizard School, overshadowed by a famous boy wizard who saves the world. This comedic tale is perfect for anyone who has ever felt less than extraordinary, featuring area university students aspiring to careers in theatre. While it is suitable for families, it does include scenes of violence, death, and sexual innuendo. The performance runs for approximately 110 minutes, with a 15-minute intermission.

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street

75 Minute Walking Ghost Tour through town featuring some of Staunton's most haunted locations. Admission $13-$15 / Tickets can be purchased online or from our booth / start up location on S. New Street

The last shuttle will depart from downtown at 9:45 PM.