WOODLAND WONDERS

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Saturday, September 13

A New, All-Ages Fall Celebration at Wesselman Woods

Step beyond the mundane of the everyday and into Woodland Wonders, where the ancient forest stirs with stories of fairies, forest folk, and forgotten lore. This fall, Wesselman Woods invites you to experience the magic that lives beneath the leaves—where moss can become a stage, mushrooms mark mysterious paths, and every overturned log is a gateway to wonder.

Admission: Adults (Ages 13+) $15 • Children (Ages 3-12) $12 • Under 3 gets in free

• Members receive a $2 discount on each ticket! Check your inbox for early bird access and promo code or email us.

Audience: All ages welcome!

Time: 2-6 PM

Costumes are encouraged. Imagination is required. Respect for the forest is essential!

Rooted in the belief that a love of wonder and fantasy can grow into a love for the natural world, Woodland Wonders celebrates the deep connection between nature and the imagination. This enchanting event is designed for adventurers of all ages and draws inspiration from folklore, fairytales, and fantasy realms like Lord of the Rings, Redwall, Everdell, The Wind in the Willows, and Over the Garden Wall.

Wander the woods and encounter:

• A magician weaving illusion and delight

• Larger than life puppets bringing the spirit of the forest to life

• A live harpist playing ethereal melodies beneath the canopy

• Battle and dance demonstrations by our local chapter of medieval reenactors

• Storytellers spinning tales of forest folklore and ancient magic

• Hands-on crafts and activities inspired by ecology, woodland creatures, and mythology

• A vendor market, brimming with handcrafted treasures, nature-inspired art, and fantastical wares

You’ll meet enchanting fairies, learn the language of the leaves, and uncover how even the tiniest critters play a role in the great woodland tapestry. Through story and song, play and discovery, Woodland Wonders invites all to see the forest not just as a setting—but as a living, breathing character worth protecting.

Costume Ideas: Coming Soon!

What fantastical creature or woodland wildlife will you become?

Thank you to our sponsors

Find out more about our sponsors online: Window World • Methodist Temple UMC • Edward Jones  • Bauerhaus Catering  • Granted • Ohio Valley Homebrewers Association • Thomas A & Sharon K Ruder Foundation • Schnucks • Ancient Roots Native Nursery