October 17–18, 2025 | Limited Availability – Reserve Early!
Begin your Wands & Wizards Weekend with a night of enchantment after checking in at the Visit Fairfield County Visitor Center (128 N. Broad Street) in downtown Lancaster. Pick up your Goodie Bag and Wands & Wizards Schedule of Events Program before starting your adventure.
Enjoy a spell-binding dinner (at a restaurant of your choice, use your food voucher), then dive into one of two magical evening events—A Fantasy Adventure at the Fairfield County District Library or An Evening at Mugworts at Mambourg Park.
Saturday brings even more magic in Fairfield County with fall traditions, furry friends, and fantastical surprises!
What’s Included:
-One-night lodging at Holiday Inn Express & Suites
-Express breakfast at the hotel on Saturday morning
-Goodie Bag + Schedule of Events at check-in
-Choice of A Fantasy Adventure (Library) or An Evening at -Mugworts (Mambourg Park)
-$25 food & beverage vouchers to use at participating businesses
-Two $10 vouchers toward Mystery Cauldrons at Zoetic Connections
-$20 shopping or workshop voucher
-Two vouchers to craft a specialty potion drink at L-City Coffee+
-Two limited-edition Wands & Wizards tote bags
-Two collectible Wands & Wizards magnets
$223 per package (for two guests sharing a hotel room) plus processing fees
Add-On Option (Available at check out)
This package is based on two people sharing a hotel room. To add additional guests to your room, a voucher package is available for $30/person. This package includes the following vouchers: (1) $5 food & beverage, (1) L-City Coffee+ potion, (1) $10 Mystery Cauldron, (1) $10 shopping and/or workshop, PLUS a Wands & Wizards tote bag and magnet.
Bonus Fun for Families Arriving early on Friday, October 17th
Abracadabra at AHA! Children’s Museum (10 am - 4 pm)
Enchanted Garden Scavenger Hunt Fairfield County Library - Northwest Branch (10 am - 2 pm)
Free Fairy House Scavenger Hunt in Pickerington (all weekend)
A Sample of Saturday Magic
Throughout the day, discover experiences as varied as a wizard’s spellbook. Get A Taste of the Markets at this special edition of the Lancaster Farmers Market, then step into a fully enchanted world at the Fairfield County District Library’s main branch, where dark magic has trapped a reader in the world of fantasy. Brave realms like Mordor, The Forbidden Forest, and the Court of the Red Queen as you navigate a self-led scavenger hunt, snap selfies at fantastical photo stations, and encounter costumed characters around every corner. Sink your teeth into something delectable from enchanted menus at local restaurants serving up themed bites and brews, and watch as businesses across the county transform into destinations brimming with whimsy. As with all Wands & Wizards events, costumes are encouraged—let your imagination guide you through the magic.
Destination Downtown Lancaster’s Fall Festival & Bark in the Park
12–5 pm in Zane Square, Downtown Lancaster
FREE hayrides, live music, and local vendors
Seasonal fun for all ages
Bark in the Park Pet Costume Contest – bring your furry friends!
Trail of Scarecrows
Take a self-guided driving tour through Fairfield County communities
Vote for your favorite scarecrow or display
Download the Visit Fairfield County App to explore at your own pace all weekend long
And don’t miss:
Madam Mugg’s Magical Mercantile (aka Tracie Lynn’s Collection) will be wildly decorated for the weekend. Shop wands, hats, jewelry & enjoy creative photo ops.
STUMP LANCASTER will be completely made over for Wands & Wizards Weekend. Guests can anticipate entering an enchanted forest wonderland of plant magic. It will truly be a magical place to spend some extra time for a unique experience. Workshops will be offered throughout the weekend for an additional fee. Registration is required.
Various specialty workshops, themed bites & brews, and transformed libraries filled with fantasy fun. Browse a full list of weekend activities in your Wands & Wizards program.
Wands & Wizards Weekend is full of fantastical activities and experiences. Visit the Wands & Wizards landing page for more information, including several ticketed events, free events, food & beverage specials, and more.
Wands & Wizards Weekend is presented by Visit Fairfield County, Fairfield County District Public Library, Destination Downtown Lancaster, and many local businesses. Wands & Wizards Weekend dates are October 17-19, 2025. A full list of activities and events is available here.
Reservations can also be made by calling us toll-free at 800-626-1296. No extra fees, just good times waiting.
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