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General Event Information



​Ticket  are available at the Warren County History Museum,
the Monmouth Area Chamber of Commerce office, or online.



​September 29, 2023

The Great Nicola Magic Festival AfterDark (21+): 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Meks on Main

   
Hors d'oeuvres
50/50 raffle
Strolling magicians
Headliner Magic Show by 
David Casas Magic
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​September 30, 2023

The Great Nicola Magic Festival Family Day: Noon - 8 p.m.
Warren County History Museum
   
Three amazing magic shows, including a Grand Finale performance by Duane Laflin and Company
Food trucks
Crafts and activities

Nicola Kahoot
Carnival treats
Meet master magicians and fill your passport!

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​Family Day Event Schedule


Noon
Doors Open

Food options: Johnson's Smokehouse, WTFluff (Cotton Candy), Muddy Cup Coffee Shop, Hershberger’s (fry pies and donuts), and Ferris & June's Shaved Ice.
Activities: Bouncy houses, crafts, vendor show, strolling magicians, yard games


1 p.m.
Children’s Show by Mario "the Maker Magician" Marchese 
Mario "the Maker Magician" Marchese is a first generation Italian-American, New York-based touring performer, author, and maker, known for his unique brand of Robot Magic. He infuses DIY electronics and robotics into his work and uses magic to inspire kids and families to make and create without limitation. Mario has appeared on Sesame Street, NBC's Universal Kids, HGTV, and live on tour opening for David Blaine's 2018 North American tour. 
15 minute meet and greet following show

3 p.m.
Great Nicola Kahoot Event

Fun trivia for kids.

4 p.m.
Matinee Performance by Rob Thompson

Rob connects with his audiences on a personal level, striving to make everyone in the room feel as though the show is just for them. Rob's performances have been featured in casino showrooms, corporate events, theaters and festivals across the United States. At the age of 10, a local club paid Rob to do his first magic show, and he’s never looked back. With well over 200 shows per year, Rob has honed his skills to a level of perfection that is both mystifying and entertaining.
15 minute meet and greet following show

5:30 p.m.
Awards Ceremony

Basket Raffle Drawing, Nizie Contest Winner announcement, magic kit giveaway: If your magic passport is full, you are entered in a giveaway to win a free magic kit, free tickets to the 2024 event, and a special backstage private magic trick from one of our magicians. Sponsor recognition and appreciation, and the Great Nicola Magic Festival Awards.
Three categories: (1) Committee Member of the Year (2) Business of the Year (3) MVP.


7 p.m.
Grand Finale Performance by Duane Laflin

Duane Laflin's  performances have been enjoyed on five continents, in 18 countries, and in 47 of the 50 states. Among his numerous credits are the Illusionist award (given in Mexico City), Star of Magic (received in Singapore), and meriting the rank of Member of the Inner Magic Circle With Gold Star from the Magic Circle in London, England. In the United States, Duane is appreciated and respected as a magician’s magician. Conventions of magicians and illusionists often use him as an instructor. He has headlined on stage at the prestigious Magic Castle in Hollywood. Duane’s Grand Magic Show has enjoyed a five season run in the Black Hills of South Dakota (near Mount Rushmore) where it continues to receive rave reviews.  Previous to that, he worked for three years in the Magic Beyond Belief Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee.  That show featured exotic animals and grand scale effects. Duane is assisted by talented ladies who add beauty, comedy and personality to the performance. You will not believe what they are able to do! Their costumes, smiles and banter with Duane make things extra fun.

8 p.m.
​Final Curtain Call

At the conclusion of Duane’s performance, all magicians will go be on stage for pictures and a final meet and greet. 

PLAN A VISIT

Admission: Free (donations welcome!)
Open: Tuesday through Saturday 
​Hours: 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Location: 238 South Sunny Lane, Monmouth, IL 61462

​Phone: (309) 734-8433
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  • Home
  • About
    • Contact Us
    • Meet the Team
    • Job Openings
    • Internships and Volunteers
    • Membership
  • Events
    • Upcoming Events
    • The Great Nicola Magic Festival >
      • Tickets
      • General Information
      • Meet the Magicians
      • Magic Market
      • Sponsorship
    • Rent Our Reception Hall
    • Weddings at the Museum
    • Previous Events and Programs
  • Exhibits
    • Fashionistas Through the Decades
    • Edd Powell: A Matchstick Master
    • The Children Before Us
    • Timeless Typewriters
    • Civil War
    • Agriculture Room
    • Norma's Home
    • Country School
    • Monmouth Story Map
  • Collections
    • Collections Corner
    • Oral History Project
    • Nizie the Elephant
  • Newsletter
  • Gift Shop