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
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
Saturday September 26, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm EDT Wilderness Adventure50 Middlebrook Ave, Staunton Va
"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!"
Saturday September 26, 2026 9:30am - 9:50am EDT Blackfriars Playhouse10 S Market St Staunton, VA 24401 United States
"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!"
Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 10:20am EDT Blackfriars Playhouse10 S Market St Staunton, VA 24401 United States
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.
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!
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.
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
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!
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.
"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!"
Saturday September 26, 2026 10:30am - 10:50am EDT Blackfriars Playhouse10 S Market St Staunton, VA 24401 United States
"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!"
Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 11:20am EDT Blackfriars Playhouse10 S Market St Staunton, VA 24401 United States
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 11:00am - 3:00pm EDT MOTH WOOD109 S Lewis St, Staunton, VA 24401
"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!"
Saturday September 26, 2026 11:30am - 11:50am EDT Blackfriars Playhouse10 S Market St Staunton, VA 24401 United States
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.
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.
$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.
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.
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 3:30pm - 4:00pm EDT MOTH WOOD109 S Lewis St, Staunton, VA 24401
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.
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!
Saturday September 26, 2026 4:50pm - 6:00pm EDT The Green Room130 W Beverley St., Staunton
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.
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!
Saturday September 26, 2026 6:00pm - 8:00pm EDT Ciders From Mars113 West Beverly 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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
