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"Full of heart, courage, and imagination, our must-see The Wizard of Oz opens in May."  KCRep Journey to the magical land of Oz in this enchanting stage adaptation of The […]

A new New York State Historical Marker will be unveiled in Mattydale to commemorate the life and legacy of L. Frank Baum, beloved author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz […]

Join us for a celebration of the 125th anniversary of the publication of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz! Books of wonder hosts a panel of veritable Oz experts, including Danielle […]

It's The Wizard of Oz in person May 22 with visits from the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda from The Spirit of Oz character cast. Join us for […]

How did L. Frank Baum's own life's journey lead him to the creation of what is arguably the most beloved children's novel of all time, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz? […]

Check the website regularly for this year's details and forthcoming special guest announcements. This will be the 49th festival in Chittenango! It always attracts thousands of people and is an […]

This year the Judy Garland Museum offers fans a "reunion" to celebrate all things Judy. Meet at the museum Thursday and attend the kick off dinner at 6. John Kelsch […]

Join of fans and the Spirit of Oz performing troupe as they converge for another delightful festival in Hollis Park. Family friendly, outdoor fun with performances, contests, vendors and more. Details are all yet to be confirmed, but last year's event remains on the website to give you an idea of what to expect.  

Set a decade after Dorothy’s defeat of the Wicked Witch of the West and her subsequent departure, The Hope of Oz brings us to a newly invigorated Capital where the Wizard’s power has grown immensely with constant systematic oppression on his denizens and waging a drug-fueled war with the new cadre of Witches that brings […]

The streets of downtown Wamego become the Yellow Brick Road with an OZ Costume Contest, Toto look-a-like contest, an outdoor OZ Arts & Crafts Market, Classic Car Show, Wizard's Beer & Wine Garden, Munchkinland, Munchkin Junction and many more OZsome activities. This year Wamego introduces the world's tallest Toto statue. And in keeping with recent […]

Follow the yellow brick road as Septime Webre’s dazzling journey to the Emerald City returns. Swept away to Oz, Dorothy and Toto join three unexpected friends on a magical adventure to meet the Wizard, outwit a Wicked Witch, and find their way home. Bursting with inventive design, spectacular effects, and an original score, this award-winning […]

TeslaCon 16, the largest immersive Steampunk convention in North America, welcomes attendees to four days in Oz this November. The event continues its tradition of creating an immersive experience where attendees live the chosen story. Actors, performers, themed adventures mark this large-scale event populated with steampunk cosplay, vendors, crafts, competitions, presentations, panels and workshops. Our […]