There’s a magical Wizard of Oz Festival taking place this summer in Illinois that you don’t want to miss. It takes place in an enchanted garden that is unlike anything you’ve seen before. Follow the Yellow Brick Road with Dorothy on this epic and festive journey.
Children of all ages look forward to this fabulous event that will transport you to another world. Check it out:
On August 11, 2018, an enchanting event will take place in one of the most amazing themed gardens in the state.
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Between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at Oz Garden in Mapleton, Illinois, the Wizard of Oz Festival will astound and amaze. Follow the Yellow Brick Road through Dorothy’s classic tale.
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Dress up like your favorite character and meet with actors representing Dorothy, Glinda the Good Witch, the Wicked Witch of the West, the Cowardly Lion, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow.
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Activities include puppet shows, magic shows, trivia contests, a costume parade, and a petting zoo.
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Additional fun things to do during this one-day event include hay rides, a dunk tank, and a bounce house. There will also be concessions available all day long.
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Oz Garden is open daily from 8 a.m. to dusk and features year-round features like a Yellow Brick Road, Dorothy’s house, a haunted forest, and other things to remind you of the movie.
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Travel to Munchkinland for this single-day celebration you’ll never forget. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for senior citizens and children between the ages of 3 and 12. Children under age 3 will be admitted for free.
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Oz Garden is located in Butler Haynes Park, which is located at 9424 S Mapleton Rd., Mapleton, IL 61547, and you can learn more on the Hollis Park District website or the festival’s official Facebook page.
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For more magical experiences, check out 11 out-of-this-world fairy tale foot bridge trails in Illinois you’ve never seen before.
If you’ve ever been to this Wizard of Oz Festival, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
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