Experience a spell-tacular weekend in Fairfield County, Ohio! Join local businesses as they celebrate all things enchanting and mystical with specials and events. VisitFairfieldCounty.org | 740-654-5929 158 W. Wheeling Street, Lancaster, OH Wands & Wizards Weekend in Lancaster & Beyond August 10-12, 2023 Map Inside!
Specialty Bites, Brews & More Indulge in these magical meals, tasty treats, delicious drinks and more! The Provisions House of Potions Provision Bakery & Deli 135 W Main Street, Lancaster August 7-13 MON-FRI: 7AM-4PM, SAT & SUN: 8AM-4PM Enjoy your mystical themed food and beverages at Provisions House of Potions! Wands & Wizards Menu The Farmhouse Cafe 201 W Market Street, Baltimore August 10-12 | 6AM-3PM A special menu including buttery pancakes for breakfast, a butter burger and fries for lunch, and a butter cake for dessert. Breakfast will be served from 6–11AM and lunch will be served from 11–3PM. Smoking Potion Drinks & More L-City Coffee + 123 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 10-12 THUR: 6AM-6PM, FRI: 6AM-7PM, SAT: 7AM-7PM Join L-City Coffee + for wizard-themed apparel (sweatshirts in house colors with coffee spells on them), wands, magical merchandise, and smoking potion drinks. Wizard Vodka Punch JB's Downtown Grill 111 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10-12 THUR: 11AM-8PM, FRI & SAT: 11AM-9AM Visit JB’s Downtown Grill during Wands & Wizards Weekend for $5 vodka punch inspired by all things magical and whimsical. Wands & Wizards at Candy Cottage Candy Cottage 2271 W Fair Avenue, Lancaster August 10-12 THUR & FRI: 10AM-6PM, SAT: 10AM-3PM Wizards of all ages will find themselves spellbound by chocolate suckers in the shape of owls, hats, and ghosts. Enjoy a toasted butterscotch brew from the Potions & More coffee bar and try some mystical butterscotch bark and owl snacks or enjoy a peanut butter eyeball. Test your magical decorating skills by purchasing a $5 cookie decorating kit. Wizardly Cupcakes & Brews Sorso Coffee 7849 Refugee Road, Pickerington August 10-12 | 6AM-4PM Visit Sorso Coffee in Pickerington as the baristas conjure up a delicious Wizardly Frozen Brew (a Scotcherooinspired frozen drink) and wizardly cupcakes with a surprise inside! Wizard Brews Combustion Brewery & Taproom 80 W Church Street, Pickerington August 10 & 11 | 4PM-10PM Thursday, enjoy food truck, Cupzilla Korean BBQ from 4- 9PM and food by Cousins Maine Lobster from 4-9PM on Friday. On both days, enjoy wizard brews and specialty drinks to celebrate all things magical! Mystical Grills & Magical Thrills Bob's Backyard Barbeque 157 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10-12 | Hours vary per restaurant Spend $10 at Bob’s Backyard Barbeque, Tiberio’s Pizza (location 31 on map) or Bob’s Bobcat Bistro and receive your choice of a magic wand! You must bring your receipt into Bob’s Backyard Barbeque for your prize. Bob’s Backyard Barbeque and Tiberio’s Pizza will be operating normal hours. Bob’s Bobcat Bistro will ONLY be open from 11:00AM – 3:30PM on Friday, August 11. Wizard's Brew Latte Carroll Cup Coffee House 75 E Canal Street, Carroll August 10-12 THUR & FRI: 6AM-4PM, SAT: 7AM-2PM Fly into Carroll Cup Coffee House during Wands & Wizards Weekend for a Wizard’s Brew Latte specialty coffee available in 12 ($4.25) or 16 ($4.75) ounces. House Drinks PickTown Sodas - FiiZ Drinks 46 E Columbus Street, Pickerington August 10-12 THUR: 7:30AM-10PM, FRI & SAT: 7:30AM-11PM Enjoy magical drinks at PickTown Sodas! Choose from delicious options like Courage, Magic, Loyalty, and more. 2
Stop by the Visit Fairfield County visitor center (158 W Wheeling Street, Lancaster) and pick up a printed copy of the Wands & Wizards Weekend booklet, shop Wands & Wizards Weekend attire, grab some wizardly accessories, and more! Our center is marked with a star ( ) on the map on page 14. Fairfield County District Library Wizardly Dinner & Potion Drinks O'Huids Gaelic Pub 167 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10-12 | THUR: 5PM-9PM, FRI & SAT: 5PM-10PM Stop by to enjoy themed decorations, themed food, and potion drinks. This cozy pub will transform its space and its menu into something magical that any sorcerer will enjoy! Thank You! Wands & Wizards Weekend is presented by Visit Fairfield County, Fairfield County District Public Library, Destination Downtown Lancaster, Pickerington Village Association, Pickerington Public Library, and many local businesses. Thank you to all those who have helped support this wickedly wonderful event through your participation, time, and efforts! Harry's Spell Drink True North Coffee & Cafe 637 E Main Street, Lancaster August 11-12 | FRI: 6AM-6PM, SAT: 7AM-4PM Harry’s Spell will be the featured drink at a featured price of $4! Don’t miss it because the drink won’t be back until the fall! Buttery Cupcakes Happy Goat Gluten Free Bakery & Bulk Foods 502 N High Street, Lancaster August 11-12 | FRI: 12PM-6PM, SAT: 9AM-12PM Buttery cupcakes are back at Happy Goat! These cupcakes are available for preorder only. Preorder will open the week before Wands & Wizards Weekend. A limited amount will be available for walk-in during special hours, but it is strongly encouraged to preorder so you don’t miss out! For more information, visit Happy Goat’s website or email [email protected]. Wizard Drinks JD Henderson's Sport Lounge 204 S Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10-12 THUR: 4PM-2:30AM, FRI & SAT: 11AM-2:30AM Visit JD Henderson’s Sport Lounge for drink specials on all three days! Magical Brews Double Edge Brewing Co. 158 W Chestnut Street, Lancaster August 10-12 THUR: 7PM-10PM, FRI: 3PM-11PM, SAT: 12PM-11PM Check out delicious food trucks and the “Chalice of Fire” cocktail that will be available in the taproom all weekend long as well as other magical, mystical brews. Magic Meals Ale House 1890 149 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10-12 | 4PM-11PM Dinner specials include a deathly burger, an ice cream sundae parfait and house-made buttery beverages, to name a few! 3 Wands & Wizards Weekend Headquarters Thank you to The Lancaster Herald for the kind donation of their refreshing Lancaster Elixir (water) for Wands & Wizards Weekend!
Ticketed Event Wizard Faire Pickerington Village Association 101 Lockville Road, Pickerington (Victory Park) Friday, August 11 | 4:00PM - 8:30PM This is a Renaissance-type festival featuring all things old world, magical and fantastic. Games for young and old. Crafts for kids. Food trucks and vendors with all types of wizardly wares to sell. There will be wandering musicians, a magician, and costumed characters selling flowers. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the stage entertainment including music and a falconry demonstration. Costumes are encouraged and there will be a costume contest at 8:00PM. Potions & Pubs Bar Crawl Destination Downtown Lancaster 109 N Broad Street, Suite 100, Lancaster (Check-In) Saturday, August 12 | 5:30PM - 12:00AM Spend your evening in Downtown Lancaster as it transforms into a wizard wonderland for Wands and Wizards Weekend Bar Crawl! Come to 109 N. Broad Street, Suite 100, to check in from 5:30PM-7:00PM and receive your wizard bag. Tickets for this event are $30.00 per person, or $25.00 for Destination Downtown Lancaster Members. Purchase tickets on the Destination Downtown Lancaster Eventbrite page under Potions and Pubs Bar Crawl. Wickedly Wonderful Events Wizarding Academy Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster Thursday, August 10 | 1:00PM - 4:00PM The library will be hosting a Wizarding Academy featuring fun for the whole family. Get sorted into your house, enjoy photo opportunities, face your fears in the Boggart Cabinet, cast your Patronous, get a sweet treat from Honeydukes, make a wand and learn to cast leviosa, and more! Calling All Potterheads: Harry Potter Trivia Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster Thursday, August 10 | 6:00PM - 8:00PM Have you read the Harry Potter books more times than you can count? Show off your book knowledge in this team trivia challenge at the Fairfield County District Library. Register up to six people per team. This event is recommended for teens and adults. Register online at FDCLLibrary.org or by calling 740-653-2745, extension #160. Ohio Nature Education: Magical Creatures Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster Friday, August 11 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM Guest Professor Mrs. Van from Ohio Nature Education will be at the Fairfield County District Library to share some amazing creatures! No registration necessary. This event is for kids ages 6 and older and will take place on the library’s third floor. Rusty Ammerman: Wands at the Ready Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster Friday, August 11 | 2:00PM - 3:00PM Join the magical Professor Ammerman as he explains and demonstrates various wizard spells, including transfiguration, apparition, and levitation! No registration necessary. This event is magic fun for the whole family and will take place on the library’s third floor. Your Ball Scavenger Hunt Wagnalls Memorial Library 150 E Columbus Street, Lithopolis Saturday, August 12 | 12:00PM - 2:00PM Grab your wands and magic robes for a special Wands & Wizards Ball at the Wagnalls Memorial Library! At 12PM, there will be a scavenger hunt to solve the mystery of the missing headmaster. There will also be costumed actors, a great hall, crafts, magical bingo, photo ops, and butter beverages. Costumes are encouraged. Costume Contest Fairfield County District Library at Zane Square 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster Saturday, August 12 | 3:30PM - 4:30PM Wear your best wizarding robes to the bandstand in downtown Lancaster for a magic, Wands & Wizards costume contest! All ages welcome – no registration required! In the event of rain, the costume contest will be moved to the library’s third floor. Afterward, join us for a sidewalk parade for all those in their wickedly wonderful costumes, starting at 4:30PM at the Bandstand! Check out some of these standout wand-erful events happening around the county! Food Preregistered Event 4
Scan to view the Fairy House Scavenger Hunt trail. Scan to view the Magical Creature Hunt trail. Saturday Cinema in Downtown Lancaster Destination Downtown Lancaster at Zane Square 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster Saturday, August 12 | 7:30PM - 10:30PM Destination Downtown Lancaster will be showing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the square (by the bandstand). Come early to save your space, enjoy music, and participate in pre-movie activities starting at 7:30pm. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks and enjoy this family film under the stars in our beautiful downtown. The movie will begin at dusk. Concessions will be available at this event. Trails & Treasures Journey through Fairfield County with these enchanted trails and scavenger hunts! Creatures & Cryptids Scavenger Hunt Lancaster Camp Ground 2151 W Fair Avenue, Lancaster August 10-12 | 12PM-5PM Find mythical creatures, witches, wizards, and various enchanted items on the grounds. Once all creatures and items are found, they will provide clues that will point to a special, hidden prize! The cost (per person) for the scavenger hunt is $5. For more information, call 740-653-2119. Fairy House Scavenger Hunt Olde Pickerington Village 13 W Columbus Street, Pickerington August 10-12 | ALL DAY Enjoy a free, fairy house scavenger hunt around Olde Pickerington Village on the Visit Fairfield County app. Check in at all the locations and end up at FiiZ Drinks to get a free popcorn and enter a drawing for a $25 VISA gift card and a Wands & Wizards t-shirt. Fun for all ages. Enchanted Garden Scavenger Hunt Fairfield County District Library - Northwest Branch 2855 Helena Drive, Carroll August 10-12 | ALL DAY Visit the enchanted garden to discover a variety of magical plants and fairy tale creatures. Look for fairies, gnomes, sprites, and more on this quest for all ages. No registration necessary. Magical Creature Hunt Pickerington, Ohio August 10-12 | ALL DAY Throughout Pickerington you will find posters of various beasts and supernatural beings. Scan the QR code on each poster then answer a question. Complete the trail and win a prize! Download the Visit Fairfield County app to complete the trail. 5 Dobby's Sock Drive Fairfield County District Library (All Branches) July 31 - August 12 | ALL DAY Harry’s sock was enough to free Dobby the house elf from the terrible Malfoys, and now you can help others in need too! Bring new socks for children or adults to any Fairfield County District Library location from July 31-August 12. Each pair will be donated to local non-profit organizations. Wizard's Quest Smartphone Game Scan to download the Wizard's Quest smartphone game through the Taleblazer App and search for the virtual items you need to become a wizard! Collect all 15 items to win the quest and get bragging rights as Lancaster’s newest wizard!
Blown Glass Witch Ball Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 10AM-1PM Using 2000 degree molten glass, you’ll create a magical witch ball orb with an interior design of glass strings to entice and trap evil spirits. This class is for ages 5 and up. Register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Make a Pygmy Puff or a Bowtruckle Fairfield County District Library - Bremen Branch 200 School Street, Bremen August 10 | 10AM-6PM Drop-in to make your own wizardly craft - a pygmy puff or bowtruckle! No registration necessary. Fused Glass Potion Bottle Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 10AM-12PM & 4PM-6PM What kind of potion will you concoct in your fused glass bottle? Cost for this class is $45 and registration will go live on July 31st. This class is for ages 5 and up. Learn more or register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Charms, Treats, & More Ava Jewelers 111 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 10 | 10AM-5:30PM Park your broomstick and come visit Ava Jewelers in downtown Lancaster on Thursday, August 10. The store will be giving out silver lion charms, gummy treats, and wizard-themed coloring pages for all to enjoy! Elf Sock Drive Sherry Looney & the Loon Crew - Howard Hanna Real Estate Services 107 S Main Street, Baltimore August 10 | 10AM-6PM Donate a pair of socks and grant freedom to an elf! Participants will receive a goodie bag and a paper sock to decorate and hang up in the Sherry Looney & The Loon Crew office! Donated socks must be new and adult-sized. Pencil Brooms FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch 116 E High Street, Amanda August 10 | 10AM-6PM From August 10-12 at the FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch, use your magic to create a wizardly pencil broom! Glitter Frog Mosaic Fairfield County District Library - Baltimore Branch 205 E Market Street, Baltimore August 10 | 10AM-7PM Visit the FCDL - Baltimore Branch between August 10 and August 12 to make a wizardly glitter frog mosaic! Madam Mugg's Magical Mercantile Tracie Lynn's Collections 113 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10 | 10AM-8PM Tracie Lynn’s Collections will be magically transforming into a shop full of wands, hats, photos, maps, jewelry, banners, games, and so much more! There will also be several backdrops staged for your own wizardly photos! Magic Discounts Rosechic Boutique 506 N High Street, Lancaster August 10 | 11AM-5PM Visit Rosechic Boutique in Lancaster for an enchanting discount! Receive 10% off your purchase of $50 or more on August 10, 11, and 12. Thursday, August 10 Events Magical Charm Pendants, Potion Bottles & More Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10 | 11AM-6PM Mud Gallery will have a magical selection of charm pendants, potion bottles, herb stash jars and boxes, and more for your witchy and wizardly needs! Plantology STUMP 117 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10 | 11AM-6PM STUMP Lancaster will be transformed into a Plantology classroom with special plants and pottery to add to your magical collections. Escape Room: The Sorcerer's Study Rule 3 650 Windmiller Drive, Pickerington August 10 | 11AM-10PM Grab your family and friends for an exciting challenge that’ll have you working together to solve puzzles and recover a special amulet in the Sorcerer's Study. Thursday, August 10: Enjoy this escape room for $19, a $5 discount. Spellbound Glasses Gay Fad Studios 137 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 10AM-6PM Gay Fad Studios presents a custom-designed and decorated glass with a special recipe card for a custom cocktail! Crystals, Mystery Boxes, & Tarot Readings Zoetic Connections 105 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 10 | 11:30AM-5:30PM Zoetic Connections will be offering discounted crystals including crystal bundles, mystical mystery boxes, crystal confetti scoops, and tarot readings (available Friday and 6 Saturday). Stop by to get your magic crystals and more!
The Great Dragon Expedition! Hartland Farm 2899 Lifer Lane SW, Lancaster August 10 | 1PM - 5PM Search for dragons in the woods and identify and document them, like a real magizoologist. Then roast a marshmallow on the fire the dragons left! Admission is $10 per family. Wand Workshop Decorative Arts Center of Ohio 145 E Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 3PM-4:30PM Available to ages 10 and older, $15. Registration is required to participate and the class limited to 20, reserve your spot at DecArtsOhio.org! Each wizard in attendance will make one, unique and whimsical magic wand for all their spellcasting needs! Magical Offerings Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 12PM-4PM Take a Witch’s Ball or Glowing Crystal Ball class! Buy a “magical” glass item in the gift shop! Come see a selection of hand-blown golden flyers, dragon eggs, or wizardly owls. Registration for classes opens July 31 on OhioGlassMuseum.org. Wizard STEAM Challenge Pickerington Public Library 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington August 10 | 2PM - 3:30PM Come join the library and Challenge Island as you soar to magical heights! Have fun making your own wand and using the power of elasticity to make a flying dragon. Make a Magic Potion Pickerington Public Library 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington August 10 | 1PM-3PM Make a magic potion and amaze your friends on Thursday, August 10 from 1-3PM! Wizarding Academy Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 10 | 1PM-4PM Get sorted into your house, enjoy photo opportunities, face your fears in the Boggart Cabinet, cast your Patronous, get a sweet treat from Honeydukes, make a wand and learn to cast leviosa, and more! Sassy Skeleton Magic & More Pop-Up Shop Ruby Joy Boutique 88 W Church Street, Pickerington August 10 | 4PM-8PM Ruby Joy will be offering DIY incantation jars including all herbs and necessary items to complete your jar. Jars include Tranquility & Peace, Self Love, Harmony & Happiness, and Self Empowerment. Soaps for sale will include Love Yourself, Sassy & Proud, Nature Lover, Nighttime Routine, Big Personality, and Queen. She will also have some wands and crystals available for sale! Glow in the Dark Magical Paperweight Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 4PM-7PM You’ll be partnered with a professional glass artist who will guide you each step of the way to add 2 of your favorite colors of glass AND super secret glow-in-thedark powder. This class is for ages 5 and up. Sign up for the class at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Craft-a-Potion Provisions Bakery & Deli 135 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 5:30PM-8PM Your $12 ticket includes: entry, a potion-themed beverage, a sweet treat, vinyl sticker, a glass potion bottle, and potion supplies. Please note that crafted potions are not consumable. Additional bottles are available, in limited quantities, at an additional cost. All ages are welcome. Calling All Potterheads: Harry Potter Trivia Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 10 | 6PM-8PM Show off your book knowledge in this team trivia challenge! Register up to six people per team. This event is recommended for teens and adults. Register online or by calling 740-653-2745, extension #160. Fantasy Book Art FCDL - Northwest Branch 2855 Helena Drive, Carroll August 10 | 2PM - 4PM Take a page from one of your favorite fantasy books and add your own art! This event is recommended for children ages 6 and older. All materials provided. Register at FCDLibrary.org or by calling 740-756-4391. Cookie Decorating Class Outerbelt Brewing 3560 Dolson Court, Carroll August 10 | 6:30PM-8PM Enjoy magical cookie decorating with Courtney's Cutouts LLC at Outerbelt Brewing - including 6 cookies, icing, and stepby-step instructions. Open to all ages! Tickets for this class are $40 and can be purchased online via Eventbrite. Wizardly Trivia Combustion Brewery & Taproom 80 W Church Street, Pickerington August 10 | 7PM-8:30PM Put your witch's hat on and get ready for wizardly trivia from 7PM-8:30PM. 7
Blown Glass Witch Ball Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 10AM-1PM Using 2000 degree molten glass, you’ll create a magical witch ball orb with an interior design of glass strings to entice and trap evil spirits. This class is for ages 5 and up. Register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Pencil Brooms FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch 116 E High Street, Amanda August 11 | 10AM-5PM From August 10-12 at the FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch, use your magic to create a wizardly pencil broom! Magic Music Bingo Bootleggers of Lancaster 147 W Main Street, Lancaster August 10 | 7PM-9PM Join Bootleggers of Lancaster for magic, music bingo! This event is free to participate. Players can play with up to groups of 4 people as they enjoy wizardly-themed music and answer trivia questions! Magic Trivia Double Edge Brewing Co. 158 W Chestnut Street, Lancaster August 10 | 7PM-10PM Test your wizardly wits with magic-themed pub trivia at 7PM! Sip-N-Make-A Cauldron Mug or Planter Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street August 10 | 7PM-9PM In this wet clay playshop, Teresa will guide you in creating a unique one-of-a-kind cauldron that can be adapted to be a mug or planter! Make it as plain or intricate as you like. This event is for adults only; registration is required and is $65. Make your registration online, or call 740-215-1073 for more information. Friday, August 11 Events Glitter Frog Mosaic Fairfield County District Library - Baltimore Branch 205 E Market Street, Baltimore August 11 | 10AM-5PM Visit the FCDL - Baltimore Branch between August 10 and August 12 to make a wizardly glitter frog mosaic! Make a Pygmy Puff or a Bowtruckle Fairfield County District Library - Bremen Branch 200 School Street, Bremen August 11 | 10AM-5PM Drop-in to make your own wizardly craft - a pygmy puff or bowtruckle! No registration necessary. Fused Glass Potion Bottle Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 10AM-12PM & 4PM-6PM What kind of potion will you concoct in your fused glass bottle? Cost for this class is $45 and registration will go live on July 31st. This class is for ages 5 and up. Learn more or register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Elf Sock Drive Sherry Looney & the Loon Crew - Howard Hanna Real Estate Services 107 S Main Street, Baltimore August 11 | 10AM-6PM Donate a pair of socks and grant freedom to an elf! Participants will receive a goodie bag and a paper sock to decorate and hang up in the Sherry Looney & The Loon Crew office! Donated socks must be new and adult-sized. Madam Mugg's Magical Mercantile Tracie Lynn's Collections 113 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 11 | 10AM-8PM Tracie Lynn’s Collections will be magically transforming into a shop full of wands, hats, photos, maps, jewelry, banners, games, and so much more! There will also be several backdrops staged for your own wizardly photos! Spellbound Glasses Gay Fad Studios 137 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 10AM-8PM Gay Fad Studios presents a custom-designed and decorated glass with a special recipe card for a custom cocktail! Ohio Nature Education: Magical Creatures Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 11 | 11AM - 12PM Guest Professor Mrs. Van from Ohio Nature Education will be at the Fairfield County District Library to share some amazing creatures! No registration necessary. This event is for kids ages 6 and older and will take place on the library’s third floor. 8
Escape Room: The Sorcerer's Study Rule 3 650 Windmiller Drive, Pickerington August 11-12 | 11AM-1AM Grab your family and friends for an exciting challenge that’ll have you working together to solve puzzles and recover a special amulet in the Sorcerer's Study. Friday, August 11: Enjoy this escape room for $16, a $8 discount. Magic Discounts Rosechic Boutique 506 N High Street, Lancaster August 11 | 11AM-5PM Visit Rosechic Boutique in Lancaster for an enchanting discount! Receive 10% off your purchase of $50 or more on August 10, 11, and 12. Magical Charm Pendants, Potion Bottles & More Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 11 | 11AM-6PM Mud Gallery will have a magical selection of charm pendants, potion bottles, herb stash jars and boxes, and more for your witchy and wizardly needs! Plantology STUMP 117 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 11 | 11AM-6PM STUMP Lancaster will be transformed into a Plantology classroom with special plants and pottery to add to your magical collections. On Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, magic fairy hair will be available for purchase from Twinkling Tresses Fairy Hair from 4-8PM. Wizard Treats & Coloring Pages A Season in Time (River Valley Mall) 1635 River Valley Circle S, Lancaster August 11 | 11AM-7PM Wild Sage Baking Co. will be at the store as a guest vendor selling delectable and magical treats including free, themed cookies (while supplies last). The store will also host a coloring contest with coloring pages available onsite. Crystals, Mystery Boxes, & Tarot Readings Zoetic Connections 105 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 11 | 11:30AM-5:30PM Zoetic Connections will be offering discounted crystals including crystal bundles, mystical mystery boxes, crystal confetti scoops, and tarot readings (available Friday and Saturday). Stop by to get your magic crystals and more! Magical Offerings Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 12PM-4PM Take a Witch’s Ball or Glowing Crystal Ball class! Buy a “magical” glass item in the gift shop! Come see a selection of hand-blown golden flyers, dragon eggs, or wizardly owls. Registration for classes opens July 31 on OhioGlassMuseum.org. Wand Workshop Decorative Arts Center of Ohio 145 E Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 1PM-2:30PM & 6PM-7:30PM Join the DACO for a wizard wand workshop available to ages 10 and older. Registration is required to participate and the class limited to 20, reserve your spot at DecArtsOhio.org! Price of registration is $15.00. Each wizard in attendance will make one, unique and whimsical magic wand for all their spellcasting needs! The Great Dragon Expedition! Hartland Farm 2899 Lifer Lane SW, Lancaster August 11 | 1PM-5PM Search for dragons in the woods and identify and document them, like a real magizoologist. Then roast a marshmallow on the fire the dragons left! Admission is $10 per family. Rusty Ammerman: Wands at the Ready Fairfield County District Library 219 N Broad Street, Lancaster Friday, August 11 | 2PM-3PM Join the magical Professor Ammerman as he explains and demonstrates various wizard spells, including transfiguration, apparition, and levitation! No registration necessary. This event is magic fun for the whole family and will take place on the library’s third floor. Potions & Potables 101 Pickerington Public Library 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington August 11 | 3:30PM-5PM Celebrate Wands & Wizards Weekend with magic and mixology. At this event, you’ll conjure a delicious, drinkable potion and some non-drinkable spells at the Pickerington Public Library. Glow in the Dark Magical Paperweight Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 4PM-7PM You’ll be partnered with a professional glass artist who will guide you each step of the way to add 2 of your favorite colors of glass AND super secret glow-in-thedark powder. This class is for ages 5 and up. Sign up for the class at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo 9
Wizard Faire Pickerington Village Association 101 Lockville Road, Pickerington August 11 | 4PM-8:30PM This Renaissance-type festival will feature fun for those young and old! There will be food trucks and vendors with all types of wizardly wares to sell, as well as wandering musicians, a magician, and costumed characters selling flowers. Bring a lawn chair to enjoy the stage entertainment including music and a falconry demonstration. Stay for the costume contest at 8:00PM. Wizardly Game Night (18+) Provisions Bakery & Deli 135 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 5:30PM-8PM Join Provisions Bakery & Deli for a game night (available to those 18 years or older). Play “Cards Against Humanity” with a magical, wizardly twist. Your $12 ticket includes: entry to the game, a potion-themed beverage, a sweet treat, and a vinyl sticker. Evening at the Yawning Portal O'Huids Gaelic Pub 167 W Main Street, Lancaster August 11 | 6PM-10PM Come watch a Dungeons & Dragons game or play with seasoned players in the snug. This event is free and open to ages 18+. While you’re there, don’t miss out on some incredible dinner and drinks! An Evening at Mugworts Fairfield County Park District at Mambourg Park 5531 Cincinnati-Zanesville Road, Lancaster August 11 | 6PM-9PM Join the Fairfield County Park District for an evening at Mugworts! Create a wand, enjoy refreshments, and let our placement hat choose your house. Come see what else this evening has to offer! This event is free and fun for the whole family! Saturday, August 12 Events Wands & Wizards Day at the Lancaster Farmers Market Lancaster Farmers Market West Chestnut Street, Lancaster August 12 | 8:30AM-12PM Look for special Wands & Wizards-themed products and decorated vendor booths throughout the Lancaster Farmers Market. Support local, enjoy a morning at the market, and see the magic happening downtown! Little Wizards Wand Workshop Decorative Arts Center of Ohio 145 E Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-11AM Join DACO for a wizard wand workshop available to ages 4-10. Registration is required to participate and the class limited, so be sure to reserve your spot at DecArtsOhio.org/Youth-Classes! Price of registration is $7. Each little wizard in attendance will make one, unique and whimsical magic wand for all their spellcasting needs! Magic Plant Lessons Sherman House Museum 137 E Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-12PM The Sherman House Museum will be open for magic plant lessons in the garden! Participating wizards will pot a magic bean plant to take home and nurture. Spell Writing Workshop The Georgian Museum 105 E Wheeling Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-12PM Join us in the historic basement kitchen of the Georgian Museum in downtown Lancaster to create magical inks and use quill pens to write spells and recipes in your own spell book! The Georgian Gardens will also have a fairy garden make-and-take kit available for participants and a Master Gardener reading a fairy story and showing examples of magical fairy gardens! Fused Glass Potion Bottle Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-12PM & 4PM-6PM What kind of potion will you concoct in your fused glass bottle? Cost for this class is $45 and registration will go live on July 31st. This class is for ages 5 and up. Learn more or register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Blown Glass Witch Ball Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-1PM Using 2000 degree molten glass, you’ll create a magical witch ball orb with an interior design of glass strings to entice and trap evil spirits. This class is for ages 5 and up. Register at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Glitter Frog Mosaic Fairfield County District Library - Baltimore Branch 205 E Market Street, Baltimore August 12 | 10AM-2PM Visit the FCDL - Baltimore Branch between August 10 and August 12 to make a wizardly glitter frog mosaic! 10
Make a Pygmy Puff or a Bowtruckle Fairfield County District Library - Bremen Branch 200 School Street, Bremen August 12 | 10AM-2PM Drop-in to make your own wizardly craft - a pygmy puff or bowtruckle! No registration necessary. Pencil Brooms FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch 116 E High Street, Amanda August 12 | 10AM-2PM From August 10-12 at the FCDL - Johns Memorial Branch, use your magic to create a wizardly pencil broom! Create a Potion Journal Farmer's Country Store 540 N High Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-4PM Create your very own potion journal! Schedule online to assure availability at FarmersCountryStore.com; this event will be offered while supplies last. Different kits will be available from no cost to $15. While there, be sure to check out items including quilt throws, home décor, and more made with Harry Potter licensed fabrics and more. Pop-Up Dungeons & Dragons Museum Keller Market House 134 S Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-4PM Whether you’re new or experienced to the world of D&D, visit a pop-up Dungeons & Dragons museum with showand-tell, active play tables, and a Q&A with well-seasoned players at the community room inside Keller Market House. The exhibit is free and open to all ages. Wizardly Express Smoke Stack Hobby Shop (River Valley Mall) 1635 River Valley Circle S, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-7PM Come visit the recreation of one of the most iconic trains known to human – and wizard kind! Experience the thrill of stepping onto the platform for a free selfie station. Then, test your fate and spin the Wizard Wheel for a chance to win a free Wizarding World Metal Earth model kit and delightful discounts! Madam Mugg's Magical Mercantile Tracie Lynn's Collections 113 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-8PM Tracie Lynn’s Collections will be magically transforming into a shop full of wands, hats, photos, maps, jewelry, banners, games, and so much more! There will also be several backdrops staged for your own wizardly photos! Magic Market River Valley Mall 1635 River Valley Circle S, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-8PM Visit Lancaster’s River Valley Mall during Wands & Wizards Weekend to enjoy a Magic Market! Shop from a variety of vendors on Saturday, August 12th from 10AM-8PM and then again on Sunday, August 13th from 10AM-6PM. Spellbound Glasses Gay Fad Studios 137 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 10AM-8PM Gay Fad Studios presents a custom-designed and decorated glass with a special recipe card for a custom cocktail! Escape Room: The Sorcerer's Study Rule 3 650 Windmiller Drive, Pickerington August 12-13 | 11AM-1AM Grab your family and friends for an exciting challenge that’ll have you working together to solve puzzles and recover a special amulet in the Sorcerer's Study. Saturday, August 12: Enjoy this escape room for $21, a $8 discount. Magic Discounts Rosechic Boutique 506 N High Street, Lancaster August 12 | 11AM-3PM Visit Rosechic Boutique in Lancaster for an enchanting discount! Receive 10% off your purchase of $50 or more on August 10, 11, and 12. Elf Sock Drive Sherry Looney & the Loon Crew - Howard Hanna Real Estate Services 107 S Main Street, Baltimore August 12 | 11AM-5PM Donate a pair of socks and grant freedom to an elf! Participants will receive a goodie bag and a paper sock to decorate and hang up in the Sherry Looney & The Loon Crew office! Donated socks must be new and adult-sized. Used Book Exchange Victoria Opera House 101 S Main Street, Baltimore August 12 | 11AM-5PM Dust off your spell books and join the Baltimore Downtown Restoration Committee at the Victoria Opera House in downtown Baltimore, Ohio for a used book exchange from 11AM to 5PM. on Saturday, August 12 during Wands & Wizards Weekend. There will be concessions available – including a bake sale! 11
Glow in the Dark Magical Paperweight Class Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 4PM-7PM You’ll be partnered with a professional glass artist who will guide you each step of the way to add 2 of your favorite colors of glass AND super secret glow-in-thedark powder. This class is for ages 5 and up. Sign up for the class at OhioGlassMuseum.org/Class-Demo Pottery Playshop: Make a Wizard's Cauldron Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 1PM-2PM & 3:30PM-4:30PM Have a magical time making your own stoneware pottery cauldron using the ancient pinch pot method! This event is for all ages; registration is required and is $40. Make your registration at FullCirclePeace.org/Mud-Gallery, or call 740-215-1073 for more information. Plantology STUMP 117 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 11AM-6PM STUMP Lancaster will be transformed into a Plantology classroom with special plants and pottery to add to your magical collections. On Friday, August 11 and Saturday, August 12, magic fairy hair will be available for purchase from Twinkling Tresses Fairy Hair from 4-8PM. Magical Charm Pendants, Potion Bottles & More Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 11AM-6PM Mud Gallery will have a magical selection of charm pendants, potion bottles, herb stash jars and boxes, and more for your witchy and wizardly needs! Crystals, Mystery Boxes, & Tarot Readings Zoetic Connections 105 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 12 | 11:30AM-6PM Zoetic Connections will be offering discounted crystals including crystal bundles, mystical mystery boxes, crystal confetti scoops, and tarot readings (available Friday and Saturday). Stop by to get your magic crystals and more! Your Ball Scavenger Hunt Wagnalls Memorial Library 150 E Columbus Street, Lithopolis August 12 | 12PM-2PM Grab your wands and magic robes for a special Wands & Wizards Ball at the Wagnalls Memorial Library in Lithopolis! Enjoy a scavenger hunt to solve the mystery of the missing headmaster, with costumed actors, a great hall, crafts, magical bingo, photo ops, and butter beverages. Costumes are encouraged! This event is free and family-friendly. You can also visit the mobile Candy Trolley courtesy of Candy Cottage during this event where they’ll be selling wizardly treats and items, like Jelly Belly Harry Potter candy. Magical Offerings Ohio Glass Museum 124 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 12PM-4PM Take a Witch’s Ball or Glowing Crystal Ball class! Buy a “magical” glass item in the gift shop! Come see a selection of hand-blown golden flyers, dragon eggs, or wizardly owls. Registration for classes opens July 31 on OhioGlassMuseum.org. The Great Dragon Expedition! Hartland Farm 2899 Lifer Lane SW, Lancaster August 12 | 1PM-5PM Search for dragons in the woods and identify and document them, like a real magizoologist. Then roast a marshmallow on the fire the dragons left! Admission is $10 per family. Miami Valley Falconry: Birds of Prey Fairfield County District Library at Zane Square 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 2PM-3PM Watch these amazing birds soar! From the intimidating talons of the Red Tailed Hawk, to the soft feathers of the Barn Owl, you’ll get to see it all like never before with Miami Valley Falconry! This event is free and open to the public at downtown Lancaster’s bandstand. Crafty Saturday: DIY Wizard Puppets Pickerington Public Library 201 Opportunity Way, Pickerington August 12 | 2PM-4PM Join experienced volunteer crafter, Myra Brandenburg to make your favorite magical character in puppet form and leave with your own wizard puppet pal! While supplies last. Please register for guaranteed participation and supplies. For specific accommodation requests or inquiries, please contact [email protected] or call 614- 837-4014 ext. 221. Wands & Wizards Costume Contest Fairfield County District Library at Zane Square 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 3:30PM-4:30PM Wear your best wizarding robes to the bandstand in downtown Lancaster for a magic, Wands & Wizards costume contest! All ages welcome – no registration required! In the event of rain, the costume contest will be moved to the library’s third floor. Afterward, join us for a sidewalk parade for all those in their wickedly wonderful costumes, starting at 4:30PM at the Bandstand! 12
More Magic... Wizards' Ball Ale House 1890 149 W Main Street, Lancaster August 12 | 9PM-12AM Located on the second floor, this is a ticketed event with a $10 admission (Potions & Pubs Bar Crawl participants enter for free). DJ “Matt the Cat” will be there, along with a cash bar with select-themed cocktails and mocktails, and a costume contest. The announcement for the costume contest will be declared at 11PM – first place will receive a $50 Ale House gift card, and second and third place will receive a $20 Ale House gift card. Wands & Wizards Costume Sidewalk Parade Zane Square Bandstand 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 4:30PM-5:30PM After the Wands & Wizards Weekend Costume Contest held by the Fairfield County District Library, join us for a sidewalk parade for all those in their wickedly wonderful costumes! The parade will start at the Bandstand, down Wheeling Street, Columbus Street, Main Street, and back to the Bandstand. Potions & Pubs Bar Crawl Destination Downtown Lancaster 109 N Broad Street, Suite 100, Lancaster (Check-In) August 12-13 | 5:30PM-12:00AM Spend your evening in Downtown Lancaster as it transforms into a wizard wonderland for Wands and Wizards Weekend Bar Crawl! Come to 109 N. Broad Street, Suite 100, to check in from 5:30PM-7:00PM and receive your wizard bag. Tickets for this event are $30.00 per person, or $25.00 for Destination Downtown Lancaster Members. Purchase tickets on the Destination Downtown Lancaster Eventbrite page under Potions and Pubs Bar Crawl. Magic Crafts at Saturday Cinema Zane Square 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 6:30PM-7:30PM Join the Decorative Arts Center of Ohio for Destination Downtown Lancaster‘s Saturday Cinema on August 12 for a free craft before the movie! Wizard Trivia L-City Coffee + 123 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 6:45PM-7:45PM Don’t miss a special Wands & Wizards trivia night at LCity Coffee + beginning at 6:45PM! The local café is also offering wizard-themed apparel (sweatshirts in house colors with coffee spells on them), wands, magical merchandise, and smoking potion drinks. Saturday Cinema in Downtown Lancaster Destination Downtown Lancaster 104 N Broad Street, Lancaster August 12 | 7:30PM-10:30PM Destination Downtown Lancaster will be showing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone at the square (by the bandstand). Come early to save your space, enjoy music, and participate in pre-movie activities starting at 7:30PM. Bring blankets, chairs, and snacks and enjoy this family film downtown. The movie will begin at dusk. Concessions will be available at this event. Sunday, August 13 The Provisions House of Potions Provision Bakery & Deli 135 W Main Street, Lancaster August 7-13 | 8AM-4PM Enjoy your mystical themed food and beverages at Provisions House of Potions! Magic Market River Valley Mall 1635 River Valley Circle S, Lancaster August 13 | 10AM-6PM Visit Lancaster’s River Valley Mall during Wands & Wizards Weekend to enjoy a Magic Market! Shop from a variety of vendors on Saturday, August 12th from 10AM-8PM and then again on Sunday, August 13th from 10AM-6PM. Magical Charm Pendants, Potion Bottles & More Mud Gallery 123 N Columbus Street, Lancaster August 13 | 11AM-3PM Mud Gallery will have a magical selection of charm pendants, potion bottles, herb stash jars and boxes, and more for your witchy and wizardly needs! Bewitching Coffee Flight Tasting Juniper & Ivy Coffeehouse 200 N Main Street, Baltimore August 13 | 2PM-4PM The tasting will feature flavors including Butter Brew (a butterscotch cold brew), Pumpkin Juice Latte, Bertie Botched Frapp (mystery flavor), and Goblet of Inferno (jalapeño mocha). Your flight will be served with a delicious Butter Brew cookie from Taylor’s Treats. To participate, get your tickets online at JuniperIvyCoffee.com/upcoming-events. 13
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