Illinois Oz Festival

Illinois Oz Festival Welcome to the official page of The Illinois Oz Festival, held annually at Butler Haynes Park. The event is presented by The Hollis Park District.
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Welcome to the official page of The Illinois Oz Festival, held annually since 2011 at Butler Haynes Park in Mapleton, Illinois. Butler Haynes Park boasts a beautiful Oz Garden featuring a real Yellow Brick Road winding through the scenes and settings of the classic story. This make it the perfect place for a festival celebrating and reliving the magic of Oz! Visit the Gale family farm before makin

g your journey over the rainbow. Step out of Dorothy's house right into Munchkinland, skip past Scarecrow's cornfield, see Tin Man's cottage, and visit the Lion's wooded territory before reaching the gates of the Emerald City (just watch out for that poppy field!). You can even trek through the Haunted Forest and visit the Wicked Witch's castle if you dare! Each year, the Oz Festival features live entertainment, a vendor's market, petting zoo, children's activities, contests, and, of course, visits with Dorothy and her friends (and enemy) from the Land of Oz courtesy of nationally acclaimed touring troupe, The Spirit of Oz. We do our best to expand and improve upon the festival year after year! So, come out to Butler Haynes Park on the second Saturday of August and relive the adventure. It's the most fun you'll have this side of the rainbow! Watch our page for updates and info on this year's festival as they become available. Need more information? Call (309) 697-2944 direct Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

08/14/2026

🌈✨ The Real Stars of the Illinois Oz Fest! ✨🌈

Every year, the magic of Oz comes to life in a very special way thanks to the incredible Spirit of Oz characters! 💚

From Dorothy and the Scarecrow to the Tin Man, Cowardly Lion, witches, and all the beloved faces of Oz, these talented performers bring so much heart, energy, personality, and joy to the Illinois Oz Fest year after year.

They pose for countless photos, share smiles and laughs, delight children and adults alike, and make every guest feel as though they’ve truly stepped over the rainbow and into the Land of Oz. 🌈👠

It takes a special group of people to create that kind of magic—and they do it beautifully, year after year.

The Spirit of Oz characters are more than part of the festival. They are the REAL STARS of the Illinois Oz Fest! ⭐💚⭐

Please join us in giving them a huge round of applause and a heartfelt THANK YOU for everything they do to keep the magic of Oz alive! 👏👏👏

There truly is no place like Oz when these wonderful characters are around. ❤️👠🌈

Share your photo's here!

08/09/2026

🌈💚 Thank You for Making the 2026 IL Oz Festival Magical! 💚🌈

There truly is no place like home, and there’s nothing quite like seeing our Oz community come together for the 2026 IL Oz Festival! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came out to celebrate with us. Whether you followed the Yellow Brick Road for the first time or have made the journey to Oz with us year after year, we’re so grateful you were part of this special day.

🛍️ To our amazing vendors — thank you for bringing your creativity, delicious treats, unique merchandise, and energy to the festival.

💚 To our incredible staff and volunteers — thank you for the countless hours, hard work, teamwork, and dedication that made this event possible. We couldn’t have done it without you!

And most importantly, thank you to our Oz community for showing up, having fun, and helping make the 2026 IL Oz Festival one to remember.

🌈 SAVE THE DATE! 🌈
The magic returns August 14, 2027 for the next IL Oz Festival! 👠✨

Until we meet again somewhere over the rainbow… thank you for making Oz magical! 💚🌈

🚨🌈 IT'S TOMORROW!! 🌈🚨The wait is almost over... your journey to Oz begins TOMORROW! 👠✨💚👠 One more sleep until the Illino...
08/07/2026

🚨🌈 IT'S TOMORROW!! 🌈🚨

The wait is almost over... your journey to Oz begins TOMORROW! 👠✨💚

👠 One more sleep until the Illinois Oz Festival! ✨

🌪️ Tomorrow, the magic begins! Are you ready for an OZ-tastic adventure? 💛

💚 Tomorrow... the Yellow Brick Road leads to Mapleton! 🌈

Do you love Vendors? So do we! Take a look at who will be at the Illinois Oz Fest this year!August 8th9am to 4pmButler...
08/06/2026

Do you love Vendors? So do we! Take a look at who will be at the Illinois Oz Fest this year!
August 8th
9am to 4pm
Butler Haynes Park
9424 S Mapleton Rd
Mapleton, IL

08/05/2026

🐾 Bringing your furry friend to the Illinois Oz Festival? Good news—they're welcome!

The Illinois Oz Festival is pet friendly, and we love seeing your four-legged companions join in the fun. 🐶💚

For everyone's safety and enjoyment, all pets must be kept on a leash at all times. Please also remember to clean up after your pet and make sure they're comfortable in the festival environment.

We can't wait to see you—and your best friend—at the Illinois Oz Festival! 🌈👠✨

Get ready for a magical day!Join us at Oz Fest on August 8th, 2026• Time: 9am - 4pm • Location: Butler Haynes Park, Mapl...
08/05/2026

Get ready for a magical day!
Join us at Oz Fest on August 8th, 2026
• Time: 9am - 4pm
• Location: Butler Haynes Park, Mapleton, IL

Meet Dorothy and friends! Spirit of Oz Characters, Petting Zoo, Puppet Show, Contests and more!

Learn more: https://www.hollispark.org/oz-fest

Illinois Oz FestivalAugust 8th, 20269am to 4pmButler Haynes Park9424 S. Mapleton Rd.Mapleton, IL 61547
08/04/2026

Illinois Oz Festival
August 8th, 2026
9am to 4pm
Butler Haynes Park
9424 S. Mapleton Rd.
Mapleton, IL 61547

08/04/2026

The Key to Emerald City has been found.

08/03/2026

First Clue:

✨🗝️ THE KEY TO EMERALD CITY HAS GONE ASTRAY! 🌈💚

👀 Come help us find it before Illinois Oz Fest!
It would be such a pity,
If no one unlocked Emerald City! 🏰✨

🧙‍♂️ The Guardian misplaced the magical key
📍 Somewhere in Butler Haynes Park, you see.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Search high and low with family and friends,
🌞 The adventure continues until daylight ends!

🗝️✨ If you find the key, don't keep it to yourself!
🎁 Turn it in for a magical surprise that just might leave you saying, "There's no place like Oz!" 🌈💚

🍃 Good luck, explorers!
💛 Follow the Yellow Brick Road...
🗝️ The Key to Emerald City is waiting to be found! ✨

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9424 S. Mapleton Road
Mapleton, IL
61547

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