Everybody knows witches enjoy a good cauldron cookout or night ride aboard a broomstick, but did you know they’re also pickleball proficienados, skilled painters, and the greatest of green thumbs? (S’pose that last one is a given.)   If you’ve taken time to visit the green gals on display during WitchFest at ...

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Hello, dear witches. It's that time again. WitchFest is in sesh! With so many things to see and do, we know planning your high-hat adventure can feel a bit daunting. Fortunately, we have your spell for The Best WitchFest. With this agenda, you'll make the most of this memorable season without missing one moment ...

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We don’t! We can’t! We mustn’t! A WitchFest with Lucinda is like a witch without a black cat. Alas, we knew this day would eventually come. That knowledge doesn’t make it any easier, but here we our -- our beloved Lucinda the Witch is retiring!   Since Joe Long first brought up ...

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As our first week of the new year concludes, we’d like to reflect on all of the magic 2023 had to offer. What a gift it is to be a part of your life events, learning, traditions, holiday celebrations, and everyday fun! Thank you for the many beautiful memories we’ve ...

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Lucinda here. Popping in to let you in on a little secret… Witches LOVE popcorn! And since October is both National Popcorn Month and National Caramel Month, I thought I’d share a couple of spooky recipes with you today. But, first… “Alexa, add slime and frog water to the shopping ...

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Over the Witch Bridge and through the woods… the gregarious green-faced gals have officially arrived. By air and by sea, they've come in and set up shop at Gardner Village for another WitchFest season.   This is an annual celebration, but that doesn’t mean it’s the same-ol’ same-ol’. These ladies love mixing things ...

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This Halloween season, you’re in for a treat – tricked out front porches and outdoor decor ideas! The locally owned shops at Gardner Village have pulled out all the decorating stops to set the ‘Ween scene before you ever set a pointed shoe inside. The following porch pretties are definitely ones you'll want to ...

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This week, we can’t help but feel a little witch woe. You see, in just a few short days, our green guests will take flight for another season. Fortunately, they leave us with another year of magical memories and sweet treats to hold us over until we meet again. Thanks to all ...

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Witches Night Out (WNO) is so much more than an evening of shopping, dancing, laughing, and, of course, dressing up! It’s a memorable concoction made of sentiment and tradition and togetherness. No wonder people come from near and far to be here year after year. OUR GUESTS = MAGIC! Yes, WNO is known for the fun ...

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Simply Flowers puts the weeeeee in Halloween! A trip to this shop is so much fun, you’ll want to throw those hands in the air and holler in delight.   Where else can you find such whimsy and delight for Fright Night?   The store is tricked out in treats that will transform your ...

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If you aren’t familiar with the ways of the witch wardrobe, consider this your spectacular spell book of fashion. BohoChic Boutique has the finest in witch wear for Witches Night Out and other frightfully fun WitchFest festivities this season. Enjoy this head-to-(pointed) toe fashion show! Here's the long and the short of it ...

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If you've been to Gardner Village lately, you know things have gotten a little... batty!    Why? Because our green queens of Halloween have landed.   Their crates are unpacked.    They've made themselves right at home.   Now's your chance to experience this free fall family fun and go on a witch hunt! Simply follow along by ...

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Happy Witch-o-Ween! WitchFest is officially in full swing, Sept. 17 – Oct. 31, 2022.   Of course, this highly anticipated Utah tradition would never have taken flight the way it did without our Gardner Village witches.They put the motion in this happy potion and bring so much energy and excitement to the celebration!    Just ...

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In search of WitchFest souvenirs? Seven Gables Mercantile has your style! With WitchFest beginning this week, put some zoom in your broom to see all the new souvenirs you can find at this year's festival.   image courtesy of Annekah Tolley for Seven Gables Mercantile   Now’s your chance to get right to the point and ...

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We’re always sad to see WitchFest end. Fortunately, magic and memories remain, thanks to two special guests who visited Gardner Village for the first time this year AND who traveled across the country to be here. Meet Pam and Tracy, best friends who, for nearly 30 years, have made a point of seeking out new ...

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Just because WitchFest is nearing an end doesn’t mean the  pumpkin play has to stop. Enjoy the picks of the patch at Gardner Village. Here are just a few of the GREAT pumpkin treats you’ll discover when you visit: THE HAPPIEST PUMPKIN PHOTO OPS Whether you're photographing your lil pumpkin or want a ...

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With all there is to see and do at WitchFest, you’re going to be a well-fed witch. Let’s talk dining details!   FIRST, A FEW FOOD FACTS TO REMEMBER 1. No outside food is permitted on property during WitchFest. 2. Food and drink are never allowed in stores. 3. The Village offers several food options, from grab-and-go ...

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Looking for some brilliant Halloween decorating ideas? We’ve got you covered! How about some happy window shopping? Yup, we’ve got that too. Hop aboard our broomstick for a flight of fancy that’s as inspiring as it is FUN!   This time of year, much of our focus is on the enchantment of ...

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Welcome to the Wild Witch West! Ricochet Canyon is now open. Just in time for WitchFest, this happy spot takes what used to be Six Hags Witches Adventure and adds SO MUCH to it for our youngest guests and their families. The Train Shoppe at Gardner Village is behind this rootin' ...

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Look up high, in the sky…   Gardner Village has turned into quite the GREEN scene.   20 YEARS TOGETHER Can you believe this is the 20th year these green-faced beauties have landed in The Village?! No wonder they feel right at home.     Excuse me, Madame, but there is a door on that thing, ya ...

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20 years of shenanigans, 20 years of joy, 20 years of memories... It can only mean one thing — 20 years of WitchFest at Gardner Village during 2020!  To mark this magical milestone, we’ve asked for your help. Thanks for submitting your images and memories. We love being a part of your ...

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Hola, amigos! The Gardner Village witches are at it again… mixing up potions and stirring up trouble. Well, trouble AND tacos. Just in time for this year’s WitchFest, the Gardner Village witches have brewed up a new celebration – The Cackling Cantina! You're Invited to the Fiesta WHAT: Fast-serve, a-la-carte dining during ...

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It’s a cauldron 20 years in the brewing — 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of WitchFest!   Of course, nobody anticipated we’d be celebrating 20 years of witch wonderment in the midst of a pandemic, but we’re up for the adventure nonetheless. Yes, there are a few more precautions in place this ...

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What a Halloween season it has been! Thanks for making this the best WitchFest yet. Your enthusiasm and spirit add so much to this celebration. We can't wait to do it all again next year, when we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Witches Night Out. Until then, we wish you and ...

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Many would argue it's the heart of WitchFest—Witches’ Night Out. It’s a celebration. It's a tradition. It's a Gardner Village party attended by more than 10,000 every year. Guests come dressed to the hilt in their finest witch wear, ready to play. From witch parades, food booths, music, and dancing to cackle ...

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A witch recipe book is full of surprises. Sometimes it’s eye of newt and tail of tadpole... Other times... well... the story turns a bit sweeter, more savory, and absolutely satisfying to we mere mortals. Believe it or not, witches can whip up concoctions made of sugar, spice, and all the things ...

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The brooms are parked.    The spellbooks are unpacked. The critters are crawling. The dirty laundry is fully aired. All of this can only mean one thing… WitchFest at Gardner Village is in full swing!    A Witchy Who’s Who Some of these wacky witches have called Gardner Village their Halloween home for years. Others are just stopping ...

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Need a break from the usual, ahem, paper work? Cue Wizard of Oz music…  The witches have landed at Gardner Village! Now's your chance to welcome the upcoming fall season with these FREE witch displays, an annual tradition at Gardner Village. As you walk about The Village, you’ll see these cooky cuties up to all ...

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Phew! This witch business is exhausting. No wonder these loud yet lovable ladies are ready for their long winter's nap.  But, before the witches take to the sky for another year, they and all of your friends at Gardner Village want to witch shoe... errr, wish you a very happy and safe Halloween! Thanks for ...

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It’s no secret, witches love crafts. With access to fabric, yarn, paint, and more, the Gardner Village witches can often be found getting their witch-craft on. Now’s your time to join them! Whether you’re looking for a new hobby to take on or you simply want a Halloween worthy project ...

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They fly in every Halloween season and make Gardner Village their home. You’ll find them shopping, singing, cackling, pranking, playing, and even cooking, but just who are the Gardner Village witches? Let’s learn more about our favorite feisty females with these 10 wacky factys.  Wacky Facty #1: The Village witches are kids ...

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Where wonderful witches reside, you bet you’ll find the best in Halloween treats to trick out your home. Follow the hats for witch-approved decor ideas from some of your favorite Gardner Village shops.  Aunt Elsie’s Trinkets & Treasures This is your chance to re-create the Halloween styling you grew up with. Aunt Elsie’s ...

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The pumpkins are placed. The hats are on point!  This can only mean one thing…    The witches have landed at Gardner Village!  Lucinda was available on the opening day of WitchFest 2018 to give us a look at some of the magic you can expect this year.  Witch Wandering & Fun Things To Do Whether you come for ...

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The hats are hung. The pumpkins are placed. The trees are aglow. Gardner Village's WitchFest is in full swing! See the Sights With scenic backdrops and photo props at every turn, Gardner Village is like one giant photo opp waiting to bring your camera roll to life.  All aboard! New this year, this ...

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When Gardner Village first announced their new Witch in the Kitchen event, my mind went to my own experience. As one who lacks any kitchen prowess, I can sometimes be a bit… well, witchy when it comes to matters of this room in my home.  Boy, was I wrong. Unlike me, Lucinda ...

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What’s WitchFest without a WitchFeast? When you think about a witches' dinner party, you likely conjure up thoughts of bellybutton lint, toad warts, and bubbling brews. While this may be true after hours, this couldn’t be further from the truth when it comes to these witch eats. Archibald’s Restaurant and ...

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The pumpkins have rolled in and those crazy, broomstick-riding babes have landed for another Halloween season. Ready to get your witch on? Here’s your Witching Hour rundown:    Witch Displays and Scavenger Hunt Peek-a-BOO! Here’s some free fun for the fam. Print the scavenger hunt and see if you can find all of The Village’s green-faced beauties!    Six ...

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Halloween is less than a week away. Thinking you need a magic wand to make a memorable impression for that costume party or classroom surprise? You're in luck! Lucinda the Witch has cast the perfect Cute Gift spell. The result: adorable treats you can easily create using only a few basic ...

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Don't let this pic fool you. The Gardner Village Witches really do have a fondness for the wee witches. So much so, in fact, that they've got a whole weekend of fun planned for the youngsters. Wee Witches Weekend Who: You, your Wee Witches, and our cast of cacklers  What: Plenty of play ...

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The Witch business is in full swing at Gardner Village. This month, we're dedicating our blog to highlighting some of the happy happenings, including more info on our wacky Witches, event details, and The Village through YOUR eyes. Shall we begin? Which Witch? Welcome to our Who’s Who of Gardner Village Witches! ...

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I spy with my witchy eye…    ...Broomsticks, parked.     ...Shoes, polished and pointed.   (Well, some are little more shine than point!)   ...Hats, looking skyward.      Lips, sprinkled.   And nails... ummm... studded?   All of this spying can mean only one thing. The Village Witches are back and on the scene at Gardner Village!     Rain or shine, you’ll spot them at Gardner Village's Six ...

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Phew! It was a long flight, but those wacky cacklies are back! It’s time for WitchFest at Gardner Village.  This is our 17th year celebrating the season with these ladies, and it promises to be the best yet. For starters it was awarded the 2016 Best of State Award for Best Fair, ...

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