WITCHFEST ACTIVITIES AT GARDNER VILLAGE
There's so much to discover during WitchFest at Gardner Village! From beloved witch shows and family-friendly activities to shopping, dining and seasonal adventures, this is your guide to all the magical experiences happening throughout the festival. Browse the events and activities below to start planning your spellbinding visit.
Some of our most popular WitchFest activities require advance reservations, including Breakfast with a Witch, Witchapalooza Dinner Theater, the Bewitching Escape Room, the Manifestations Magic Show with Dinner , the Witch Run, Witchy Spa Services and Witch-Themed Art Workshops. Book ahead as some activities sell out.
Ready for a little witch watching? Our green-faced beauties will be back to delight and entertain. Wander our pathways and step into the magic with larger-than-life witch displays in vignettes throughout The Village. Free activity.
Take a witchy walk through Gardner Village and embark on a witch-spotting adventure to find our green-faced gals on display. Follow along using your phone and the QR code quick access from signs in The Village, or print a hunt from home before boarding your brooms for The Village. The hunt forms will be available September 18-October 31, 2026. Free activity. Complete the hunt, and get a cookie for just $1 at Happy Camper Deli and Bakery.
Make magical memories with our live Gardner Village witches every Thursday, Friday and Saturday throughout October in our Center Court. (12:30pm to 8pm with some breaks). Stop by for photos, laughs and plenty of bewitching fun! While you're here, enjoy food trucks, a witch scavenger hunt, train rides, the petting zoo, face painting, shopping and festive activities in participating shops. Little witches are invited to dress up and join the Wee Witches Parade in Center Court every Saturday during October at 12:30pm.
The Halloween scene at Gardner Village wouldn’t be complete without the Witching Bridge, the pumpkin house, giant pumpkin and ample photo op stops. You'll find insta-worthy photo ops that are extra enchanting. Be sure to snap a photo, post and tag #gardnervillage during your visit.
Cast a spell at the iconic Witching Bridge, located between Forget-Me-Not Finds and Willow Hill Yarn Company. You never know who you might spot at this fav photo-op stop.
The enchanting shopping and dining tradition is back. Ladies, fly your broom to Witches Night Out on Saturdays, October 3, 10, 17 & 24 from 6pm-9pm. Come dressed in your best witch wear or find the perfect costume here. Our live witches will provide plenty of fun. Watch the Gardner Village witches parade at 7:30pm, then join the Witches Parade at 8pm for ladies 18+. Enjoy the music with DJs from Powell Weddings & Events. Enter to win prizes, enjoy delicious food and shop your favorite boutiques. The evening ends with Thriller featuring the Gardner Village witches on the main stage. No ticket necessary.
Let’s talk food. Enjoy a sit-down meal at Archibald’s Restaurant, grab something quick from Happy Camper Deli & Bakery, or satisfy your sweet tooth with caramel apples and other treats from Chocolate Covered Wagon. During October and on paid parking days, you’ll also find Archie’s Café on the Mill Plaza and a variety of food trucks in the center court area. For a memorable evening, reserve a spot at Mystique Dining’s Manifestations, featuring a five-course dinner paired with an unforgettable magic show.
The locally owned shops at Gardner Village brew up plenty of WitchFest fun with activities for all ages. Activities vary by shop and may not be available every day, so check with individual stores during your visit. Stop by The Art Cottage for face painting, pick up a caramel apple at Chocolate Covered Wagon, or hop aboard the Witch Express Train or a tractor-pulled wagon ride with a witch at The Train Shoppe. Visit Ricochet Canyon for amusement rides and the petting zoo, then take home a little WitchFest magic with souvenir t-shirts from BohoChic Boutique. Fees apply.