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Aftermath Cidery & Winery and Running Vines Winery
Starting at USD 15
Fri, 25 Jul, 2025 at 12:00 pm - Sun, 27 Jul, 2025 at 05:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Aftermath Cidery & Winery And Running Vines Winery
15 N Washington Street Valparaiso, In 46383, Valparaiso, United States
✨ The Festival of Magic 2025 ✨
July 26–28 | Multiple Locations | Tickets Cover All 3 Days!
The Festival of Magic is back and more enchanting than ever! This year, your ticket grants you access to all three days of spellbinding fun—so you can take your time, enjoy every magical moment, and fully immerse yourself in the wizarding world without feeling rushed.
We've conjured up even more experiences and interactive elements in 2025 to make your adventure even more immersive and unforgettable. Whether you're a seasoned spellcaster or a curious muggle, there's something magical waiting for you around every corner.
🍷 Running Vines Winery and 🍎 Aftermath Cidery return as headliners, offering themed drinks and magical moments throughout the festival.
🗺️ Each guest receives a Carouser’s Map, inspired by the mischievous map we all know and love. It includes the full festival schedule, rules, and a guide to all participating locations. Collect stamps or complete photo challenges at each stop to earn a special prize—a Festival of Magic canvas tote bag to carry all your wares and wands!
🛍️ Explore Nocturn Alley, our magical marketplace brimming with mystical vendors and unique finds. Discover enchanted items at KK’s Magical Menagerie and other specialty shops—perfect for picking out your wand, robes, or next potion ingredient.
🧪 Potions Class returns with Professor Ambrosius Flint and the team from Sawdust and Splatters! For an additional fee, you’ll get hands-on instruction in brewing your own magical mixture.
🌱 Get your gloves on in the Screaming Mandrakes Class, hosted by The Willow Shop—a lively (and loud!) hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to pot and care for these curious magical plants.
🧘♂️ Step into the Defense Against the Dark Arts Class at James O’Connor Martial Arts Zen Den. Learn basic self-defense techniques and magical combat maneuvers to protect yourself from dark forces—no prior spellcasting experience required!
🔮 Visit our fortune teller for tarot readings and mystical insights (additional fee applies)—dare to discover what fate has in store for you?
🕰️ Festival Hours
🧙♀️ Come in costume and get ready to dive deep into the magic!
Ticket Includes:
🎟️ This is a multi-site event—please be prepared for some walking or driving between the two main locations (about 10.8 miles apart). Tickets at the door are based on availability and are $20.00 per person.
Don’t miss out on the most magical weekend of the year—grab your wand and let the enchantment begin!
Running Vines Winery is a charming establishment that is known for its award winning wines and warm hospitality. Owned by the talented and passionate Nicki Caylor, Running Vines Winery is a must-visit for any wine lover. During the Festival of Magic, Running Vines will be transformed into a magical hub of activity, with vendors, music, and spellbinding entertainment to keep visitors of all ages captivated.
Aftermath Cidery, owned by the same Nicki Caylor, is a hidden gem tucked away in the heart of Valparaiso on Washington Street . Known for its crisp and refreshing hard ciders, Aftermath Cidery will also be a featured destination at the Festival of Magic. With a cozy atmosphere and an impressive selection of ciders, it's the perfect place to gab a to-go drink and start on your journey.
Nicki Caylor is a visionary entrepreneur who has dedicated her life to creating unique and memorable experiences for her guests. Her passion for winemaking and cidermaking shines through in every glass, and her commitment to excellence has made Running Vines Winery and Aftermath Cidery two of the most beloved destinations in the region.
At the Festival of Magic, visitors will have the chance to meet Nicki and learn more about her craft. They can also explore the many delights of Running Vines Winery and Aftermath Cidery, from sampling exquisite wines and ciders to enjoying all the offerings the event has to offer.
The Festival of Magic is a celebration of all things enchanting, and with Nicki Caylor and her two delightful establishments at the helm, it's sure to be a magical experience that visitors will never forget!
Running Vines Winery
Aftermath Cidery
At the Festival of Magic, we want to make sure you don't miss a thing! That's why we've created the Carouser's Map, a magical guide to all the festival's wonders. This map, inspired by the mischievous map we know and love, will show you all the participating businesses, attractions, and events.
Carouser's Map will also serve as your passport to adventure. Stop by each participating business to get your map stamped, and you'll win a fabulous prize at the end of the day! Plus, the map includes all the important details you need to know, like the schedule of events and rules and regulations.
So grab your Carouser's Map and get ready to explore the Festival of Magic like never before!
In Valparaiso, we have Designers Desserts with their magical cupcakes, Fluid Coffee with their enchanting brews, Ella Jayms Boutique with their wizardry fashion, Porter County Library with their mystical book collection, Be Good Juicery, and Alley Kat's Curiosity Shoppe with their mysterious and mystical finds.
In Chesterton, Tethan's Candy and Confections with their delectable treats, O'Gara & Wilson Antiquarian Booksellers with their spellbinding book collection, The Willow Shop with their mystical plant store and herbology class.
These businesses will be participating in the Festival of Magic, offering special deals and surprises to all our guests. Don't miss out on the magic!
Come and join us at Running Vines Winery during the Festival of Magic where the talented team from Sawdust and Splatters will be offering an exciting potions making class. Led by the skilled Professor Ambrocius Flint and his team, guests will have the opportunity to learn the art of potion-making and create their very own unique concoction.
With an additional fee, you can unlock the secrets of the magical world and take home a potion brewed by your very own hands. This is an exclusive opportunity that is not to be missed! So, come and experience the magic of Sawdust and Splatters at the Festival of Magic and leave with a little piece of the wizarding world!
The Potions Class will be available at Running Vines Winery:
The Festival of Magic is brewing up some incredible experiences for all you potioneers, plant enthusiasts, and aspiring wizards and witches! Here's a look at the exciting classes happening this weekend:
Friday, July 25th:
Join Professor Jules from WILLOW and create a magical cork-topped vial filled with beautiful dried herbs and florals, including mandrake root, and your very own baby mandrake! You'll even receive an official certificate of adoption. (Earmuffs highly recommended!)
Professor Alecks from WILLOW will guide you in creating a mystical closed terrarium! You'll learn all about building it and then personalize your creation with a leaping toadstool, a little chocolate frog, and a potion jar.
Get transported to the Wizarding World! You'll be sorted into houses, create a magical 7.5oz candle and a dried floral bouquet, all while sipping on Pollyjuice Potion and testing your knowledge on wizarding trivia! Prizes awarded to the house with the most points! (No refunds on workshops)
Saturday
Professor Alecks from WILLOW will guide you in creating a mystical closed terrarium! You'll learn all about building it and then personalize your creation with a leaping toadstool, a little chocolate frog, and a potion jar.
(Description from previous Mandrake Vial Class promo)
(Description from previous Mandrake Vial Class promo)
Space is limited, register today for these enchanting experiences!
Don't forget to explore the Festival's other exciting offerings!
P.S. Remember, earmuffs are highly recommended for the Mandrake Vial Class!
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Unveil the mysteries of your destiny with a Tarot Card Reading at the Festival of Magic! Join the talented Brittany James and Sara Ashley at The Leaky Barrel (aka Running Vines Winery) for insightful readings that will illuminate your path.
Here's when you can find them:
Location: The Leaky Barrel (aka Running Vines Winery)
Don't miss this opportunity to:
Brittany James and Sara Ashley await you at The Leaky Barrel!
Step into the enchanting world of Nocturn Alley, where magic and wonder await you! The cellar at Running Vines Winery has been transformed into a mystical marketplace, complete with vendors selling their wares, including the magical mementos of KK's Magical Menagerie. Browse through the aisles of spellbinding merchandise, from spell books to potion ingredients, and everything in between. Immerse yourself in the ambiance of the magical world, with hidden corners and nooks waiting to be discovered. Don't forget to check out the unique offerings of our other vendors, each bringing their own touch of magic to the marketplace. Come and experience the excitement and mystery of Nocturn Alley - a must-visit destination for any witch, wizard, squib, or muggle!
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Tickets for Festival of Magic 2025 can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Admission - 12+ | 18 USD |
| Childrens Ticket 2-11 years of age | 15 USD |
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