Whimsy Witch Events

21/12/2024

Dear Whimsy Witch Community,

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closure of Whimsy Witch. This decision has not come lightly and is the result of a series of challenges, primarily stemming from severe and ongoing health issues that have incapacitated the owner. These health issues, including seizures, undiagnosed conditions, and loss of sight, have significantly impacted the company’s ability to operate as planned.

We want to start by acknowledging our shortcomings this year. We recognize that mistakes were made, and despite our best efforts to navigate the challenges, we have struggled to maintain the high standards you’ve come to expect from Whimsy Witch. Like many businesses in these uncertain times, we faced financial setbacks and lower-than-expected ticket sales despite extensive marketing efforts. This has left us in a difficult position, including falling behind on refunds.

Due to the severity of the situation, Whimsy Witch has transitioned to a one-person team after having to lay off all staff in an attempt to offset costs. This single team member is working tirelessly to manage the overwhelming volume of emails and messages while also sorting through the owner’s estate and business files to ensure all obligations, including refunds, are addressed. Unfortunately, this has necessitated a temporary halt to processing refunds that had not already been issued. This pause is to ensure proper sorting and allocation of remaining funds, with the goal of returning what is owed to everyone.

In an effort to keep the business afloat, we pursued the sale of Whimsy Witch. However, two offers have fallen through, and we remain open to serious offers for the sale of the company. For now, the closure will proceed, and we will maintain only the Whimsy Witch email address as a point of contact to streamline communication and avoid confusion caused by multiple channels. We ask that you send all refund requests to [email protected] to avoid them getting lost in the main email.

We deeply understand your frustration and assure you that the issue of refunds has not been taken lightly. The newly assigned estate manager is working diligently to address these matters, but the process is complex and will take time. We ask for your continued patience and understanding as we navigate this difficult transition.

Thank you for your support, kindness, and belief in Whimsy Witch throughout the years. While this chapter is coming to an end, we are committed to doing what is right by our community to the best of our abilities during this closure process.

With heartfelt gratitude.

26/11/2024

18/11/2024

Quick update on our end:

The website will be down for a couple of days for anyone to access due to updating our website! Once things are completed we will update! If you need us you may reach out via email or messenger! Will post our main email and can forward to anyone within the team if need be. Have a magical week!

Email:
[email protected]

05/11/2024

Important Announcement: Maryville Fairy Fest Cancellation

Dear Fairy Fest Community,

We are heartbroken to announce that this year’s 4th Annual Maryville Fairy Fest must be canceled due to unexpected and unfortunate actions taken by the venue we rented. During our recent inspection to finalize preparations, we discovered that the entire field we rented had been plowed, reducing it to a dirt pit. This was not communicated to us by the venue, Alnwick Community Club, but instead came as a shocking discovery during our own inspection.

The condition of the field now poses significant safety risks, especially with the current forecast predicting rain. Holding our cherished festival in a muddy, unsafe area would fall short of the experience we want to provide and the standards we uphold for our community. Furthermore, Alnwick failed to offer or work with us on indoor solutions.

We deeply regret the inconvenience this causes for everyone involved and are currently working to return all vendor fees. Refunds will be issued within the next 45 days based on the date payments were made.

We have included photos of the field to show both the original condition we expected to rent and its current state after being plowed. This decision was not easy, but it was necessary to protect the well-being and enjoyment of everyone who would attend.

Thank you for your understanding, patience, and support during this challenging time. We are as disappointed as you are but remain committed to bringing back Maryville Fairy Fest in all its magic at the next opportunity.

With our heartfelt apologies

Whimsy Witch Events

Also tagging Quantum Matters

31/10/2024

Happy Halloween from our family to yours! 👻

27/10/2024

The dazzling Nancy Potwin entertaining us with her Elizabeth Bathory inspired performance! Haunting Halls Adult Only Mini-Ren Fair

27/10/2024

The Crossjacks kept the vibe going Haunting Halls Adult Only Mini-Ren Fair. We loved dancing to their riveting tunes!

27/10/2024

The wonderful Ophelia Omega doing a potions class that was able to raise money as donations to flood victims. Haunting Halls Adult Only Mini-Ren Fair

23/10/2024

Dear Whimsy Witch Community,

We’ve seen the concerns expressed about the Occult Expo being moved to next year, and we want to address them directly. First, we want to clarify that this is not a cancellation, but rather an opportunity to ensure that the event is even more spectacular when it happens. This extra time will allow everyone—vendors, performers, and attendees—to prepare and bring their best to the event next year.

For our vendors, we want to remind everyone that when you sign up to vend at our events, you agree to the terms in our contracts, including understanding the risks involved. These contracts also include a no-refund policy, but we offer vendors the ability to transfer their participation to another one of our upcoming events. We understand that change can be difficult, but these policies are in place to protect the integrity of all our events and ensure their success.

We are also excited to share that we’ve offered ticket upgrades to all our current ticket holders as a gesture of appreciation for their incredible support. We’re grateful for our community and want to ensure that everyone gets an experience that exceeds expectations next year.

Unfortunately, we must also address the harassment our company has faced from a small group of vendors. This behavior will not be tolerated, and we are taking action to protect our team. We work tirelessly to create magical and meaningful events, and we expect our community to treat each other with respect.

In addition, the recent floods have directly impacted our team members, volunteers, and close performers—many of whom have suffered significant losses. Despite these challenges, our team has been active in supporting the community by donating water, furniture, and clothing, and by physically helping those in need. However, we believe that these efforts should be carried out with dignity, and we choose not to publicly display our team’s personal hardships or contributions. We stand by our belief that tragedy and suffering should not be exploited for attention.

We deeply appreciate the patience and understanding of the majority of our vendors and attendees. Together, we’ll continue to build something extraordinary.

Thank you for your continued support.

Warm regards,
of
Whimsy Witch Events

15/10/2024

10/10/2024

Important Announcement: Vampire Ball Cancellation

Dear friends and fans,

We regret to inform you that Chronicles of the Night: Vampire Ball, set to happen tomorrow night at Ebony and Ivory, has been canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.

For those who have purchased tickets, please check your emails for more details. We hope you’ll join us for our next event, Moonrise Merriment at HeyBear Cafe, or check our page for more exciting events this year! If you have any questions, contact us at [email protected].

Thank you for your understanding,
Whimsy Witch Events