Ironton Wizardfest – Ohio’s Premier Wizardry & Magic Festival

A spellbinding weekend of magic, community, and Appalachian charm—right here in Ironton, Ohio.

Join a world of fantasy and wonder
-- Crafted by fans for fans – with something magical for everyone:
-- Actors Meet & Greet – Encounter stars from our favorite film series.
-- Wizard’s Ball (18+) – Dance the night away at our exclusive evening gala.
-- Magical Creatures & LEGO Artistry – From owls and reptiles to massive custom builds.
-- Broom Racing & Cosplay Contests – Test your speed or showcase your style.
-- Craft, Riddle & Academy Zones – Make wands, solve puzzles, and learn wizardry lore.
-- Butterscotch Brew & Artisanal Eats – Savor fan-favorite drinks and local treats.
-- Marketplace & Heritage Exhibits – Shop handcrafted goods and witness traditional Appalachian crafts.
-- Early Bird tickets start at $20—children under five attend free. Bundles are limited and prices increase at the gate!

Schedule (subject to change as plans are finalizing)

Here’s a look at everything going on at Ironton Wizardfest this year! There’s so much going on that we’ve broken down the schedule by area within the festival grounds. For those of you experiencing Wizardfest for the very first time, consider this your map to manage the mischief. Study it well, and craft a plan worthy of a seasoned wizard or witch.

Remember, Ironton Wizardfest is both indoor and outdoor in November. We operate under the Scottish wisdom, “There is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes.” It’s always FANTASTIC robe weather!

Saturday, November 8th

Festival Hours: 10:00am- 7:00pm

@ Ro-Na Auditorium:

12:00pm: The Art of Charm: Dueling Lessons from Witch Weekly’s 5x recipient of the Most Charming Smile award – wand work, special guests, and the secret to overcoming any enemy

1:00pm: COSPLAY CONTEST – Three Age Divisions 0-10; 11-17; 18+

5:00pm: The Art of Charm: Dueling Lessons from Witch Weekly’s 5x recipient of the Most Charming Smile award – wand work, special guests, and the secret to overcoming any enemy

8:00 pm
– Midnight: Wizard’s Ball Adults 18+ only – ticket holders enter the RoNa under the marquee.

– The Wizard’s Ball is a winter-themed magical evening in the Ro-Na’s Auditorium. Tickets to the Ball include a full buffet (including vegetarian options), performances, Fandom-Themed Club style DJ and entrance into the Wizard’s Ball Cosplay Contest.

Cosplay Contests – Judged by Cos-Ohana: The next level in cosplay
(@ Ro-Na Auditorium)(Gather near the main stage for judging 15 minutes before the contest)

@ The Ironton Center of Magical Council

10am – 7pm – House Sorting in The Cosplayery

10am – 7pm – LEGO Experience/Exhibit by the Ohio, Kentucky, Indiana LEGO Users Group

@ The Ironton Wizardry Academy

11am Potions 104 – Potion of Light

11:45am Battling Black Magic

12:30pm Divination: Divining Your Runic Talisman

1pm-2pm RECESS (Check out the Cosplay Competition in the Ro-Na this period)

2pm The Secret Alliance

2:45pm Potions 104 – Potion of Light

3:30pm Battling Black Magic

4:15pm Divination: Divining Your Runic Talisman

5pm Astronomy – Magic of the Spheres

5:40pm House Family Feud

@ The Two Beater’s Wizard’s Pub

Opens with the gate and closes with the Ball. (Only Wizard’s Ball ticket holders are permitted between 8pm-Midnight and must enter through the RoNa Lobby)

Quench your thirst as you cheer on your favorite team at the Tri-State’s oldest Wizard’s Pub.

Please drink responsibly. (A good rule of thumb… when this looks correct – “Kwid-ditch” – you’re only two adult Butterscotch Brews away from being stuck using the fireplace to get home.)

Pub Trivia:
Smarter than a Fifth Year? The Ironton Prophet’s brightest magical field reporter handcrafted the ultimate trivia, and you could win great prizes by outsmarting them all! Each game features all new questions.

@ TWO BEATERS PUB TRIVIA
11:00am: Game 1
1:00pm: Game 2
3:00pm: Game 3
5:00pm: Game 4

@ UPSTAIRS INN TRIVIA (Accessible only via a staircase)
11:00am: Game 5
1:00pm: Game 6
3:00pm: Game 7
5:00pm: Game 8

@ Muggitch Pitch (Washington Street):

11am – 2pm: Sandlot Style Free play

2:30pm-4:30pm: Muggitch House Tournament

5pm – 7pm: Sandlot Style Free play

@ BeHope (next to Ro-Na Theater):

11am – House Meetup – Red and Gold (Muggitch Tournament Team Signups)

11:30am – House Meetup – Blue and Bronze (Muggitch Tournament Team Signups)

12pm – House Meetup – Green and Silver (Muggitch Tournament Team Signups)

12:30pm – House Meetup – Yellow and Black (Muggitch Tournament Team Signups)

*Meetups are house gatherings to meet new people with at least one thing in common.

@ Riddle Rooms (escape rooms)

10am – 7pm – Our Riddle Rooms return ready and refreshed this year to stump even the cleverest witch and wizard. The Riddle Rooms are located in the same building as the festival merch, directly across the street from the Ro-Na theater. Be sure to reserve a spot as soon as you arrive – they fill up fast! This year, all available spaces will be filled per room per time slot.

@ Vernon Street Kid’s Craft Tent:

10am – 5pm – Briggs Library presents themed crafts for up-and-coming witches and wizards. All-age Wand Making is also available in the craft tent courtesy of Ironton Wizardfest.

@Heritage Square

Learn about local wizard heritage with ongoing demonstrations in Blacksmithing, Broom making, BBQ and Fresh Spiced Cider steeped over an open fire.

@ Greenhouse

10am – 7pm – Tera Fate Exotics Greenhouse is a must-see with rare and exotic plants and terrariums.

Scavenger Hunt
Ongoing during both days of the festival. Complete the scavenger hunt and be entered to win a grand prize drawing at the end of the festival. *You do not have to be present to win.

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