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
Sunday September 27, 2026 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT The Arcadia Project125 E Beverley St., Staunton
We will be having a wizards and witches hunt. We will have things all inside the store for everyone to find. At the end of the hunt we will have prizes for them to choose.
Sunday September 27, 2026 9:00am - 5:00pm EDT Wilderness Adventure50 Middlebrook Ave, Staunton Va
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.
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!
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.
Sunday September 27, 2026 9:30am - 1:00pm EDT Staunton Wharf
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.
Join Ashley Hallman and Reverend Meg for an honest, grounded, and open conversation about spirituality, awakening, intuition, mediumship, unusual spiritual experiences, and everything in between. Bring your questions, curiosity, and an open mind. No topic is too strange for the table.
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.
Sunday September 27, 2026 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT Beverley Street
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 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.
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!
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 at sunspots.com
Sunday September 27, 2026 10:00am - 5:00pm EDT Sunspots Studios202 S. Lewis St, Staunton
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.
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!
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.
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/
Sunday September 27, 2026 11:00am - 4:00pm EDT The Book Dragon Shop102 W. Beverely Street Staunton, VA 24401
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!
Sunday September 27, 2026 11:00am - 4:59pm EDT The Green Room130 W Beverley St., Staunton
Queen City A Capella brings musical magic with enchanging harmonies and songs straight from the witchy and wizarding world. Expect a little Double Trouble, a touch of Witches Road, and plenty of spellbinding a capella.
“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.
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
Sunday September 27, 2026 12:30pm - 1:00pm EDT MOTH WOOD109 S Lewis St, Staunton, VA 24401
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. Readings are $25 and available on a first-come, first-served basis as time allows.
Which duck will come out on top! Purchase a duck or two and take your chance at winning the Quackkitch World Cup!
The Sunday race will start at 1pm and feature Wicked themed green and pink ducks. 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.
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!
Sunday September 27, 2026 1:50pm - 3:00pm EDT The Green Room130 W Beverley St., Staunton
Queen City A Capella brings musical magic with enchanging harmonies and songs straight from the witchy and wizarding world. Expect a little Double Trouble, a touch of Witches Road, and plenty of spellbinding a capella.
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.
Sunday September 27, 2026 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT Beverley Street
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
Sunday September 27, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm EDT MOTH WOOD109 S Lewis St, Staunton, VA 24401
Explore your intuition through fun, hands-on activities involving symbols, hidden images, objects, energy, and first impressions. Participants will explore how intuitive information may show up through seeing, feeling, hearing, and knowing. This experience is designed to be relaxed, curious, and playful. No previous intuitive experience is necessary.
Tickets are $25 at the door--Limited spots available
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.
