Woodland Wonders Festival

Wesselman Woods invites families, folktale lovers,
and woodland adventurers to step beyond the ordinary into Woodland
Wonders, a fall celebration and fundraiser that unites the magic of fantasy
and storytelling with the beauty of nature. The festival unfolds Saturday,
September 19, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Odonata Hill and the Welborn Baptist
Foundation Nature Playscape.
Woodland Wonders is rooted in the belief that a love of fantasy can grow into
a love for the natural world. Inspired by legends and beloved fantasy realms,
Woodland Wonders draws from sources like Lord of the Rings, Redwall,
Everdell, The Wind in the Willows, and Over the Garden Wall, WW is inviting
guests of all ages to discover the wonder in every fallen leaf, mossy log, and
rustling branch.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 19
Event Time: 2-6 PM
Location: Odonata Hill and the Welborn Baptist Foundation Nature Playscape at Wesselman Woods
Entrance to event is along the bike path in Wesselman Park. See park map with details below.
Address: 551 North Boeke Road, Evansville, IN 47711
Event Highlights
 Larger-than-life puppets animating the woodland spirit
 Live musicians, serenading beneath the canopy
 Medieval battle and dance demonstrations by local reenactors
 Fighting steel-armored knights
 Storytellers spinning folklore and forest magic
 Hands-on crafts and activities inspired by woodland creatures and mythology
 A vendor market, brimming with nature-inspired wares
 A beer garden serving foraged brews for visitors 21+
 A costume parade to close out the festivities
Additional details about our activities, performers and vendors can be found on our website:
wesselmanwoods.org/woodlandwonders