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Queen City Mischief & Magic

A weekend of wizardry and whimsy takes over downtown Staunton in an annual celebration of magic in fiction, drawing thousands of Harry Potter fans and other magic enthusiasts alike. Ride a mock Hogwarts Express, join a Quidditch match, and dress in your spellcasting best.

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