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Glen Forest PTO – Fall Festival: Abracadabra Autumn

Date: Friday, October 24, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM–8:00 PM
Location: Glen Forest Elementary Gym

Welcome

Join Glen Forest families, teachers, and staff for a magical evening filled with games, music, food trucks, raffles, a photo corner, and a live Magic Show at 7 PM with Vince Charming!

Vince has performed across the country, appeared on Penn & Teller: Fool Us, and toured internationally. His mix of illusions, sleight of hand, and comedy entertains all ages.

CharmingMagic.com | Instagram | Facebook

 

The night concludes with a Costume Contest and Raffle Drawings.

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Admission

Pre-Sale (ended Oct 22 midnight):

  • $4 per person

  • $15 per family (up to 5)

  • $3 per extra guest

 

General Admission/At the Door:

  • $5 per person

  • $20 per family (up to 5)

  • $5 per extra guest

 

Children ages 0–3: Free
Volunteers: Free admission for family

 

Pre-Sale Benefits: Lower cost, faster check-in, one raffle entry per family

Funds raised support students, teachers & staff at Glen Forest Elementary.

PTO Member Perks

Families who join the PTO at the Fall festival receive:

  • Free Fujifilm Photo at the photo corner

  • Extra Game Plays at prize stations

  • $10 Off After-School Clubs

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Golden Voucher

Every family receives a Golden Voucher at the Welcome Table:

  • One free prize game (Spin the Wheel, Prize Drop, or Ring Toss)

  • New PTO members also receive a raffle entry and photo

  • Voucher may be saved for future PTO events

Festival Zones & Activities

🟠 Zone 1 – Front Entrance & Patio

 

Welcome · Check-In · Food Trucks · Music

  • Pick up wristbands and Golden Vouchers at the Welcome Table.

  • QR code posters available for on-site ticket purchase.

  • Enjoy the bubble machine and music while you wait.

  • Free Game: Pumpkin Ring Toss

  • Patio tables for eating and relaxing.

 

🍴 Food Trucks (6 PM–8 PM)
🌮 Pako’s Fresh Mex – Tacos · Birria Fries · Burritos · Quesadillas
🍔 Halal Burger & Hotdog Truck – Burgers · Chicken Sandwiches · Fries · Bubble Tea
🍧 Kona Ice of Fairfax – Shaved Ice · Flavor-Your-Own Station

 

💡 Tip: Check in early, eat dinner first, then head to the gym for games and the show.

 

 

🟡 Zone 2 – Cafeteria “Gathering Hall”

 

Indoor Dining & Rest Area
A quiet space for families to sit, eat, and recharge. Please use trash bins to dispose of food.

 

 

🟢 Zone 3 – Gym “Main Attraction”

 

Games · Magic Show · Dance · Raffles

  • PTO Booth: Join PTO, enter raffles, validate Golden Voucher.

  • Photo Corner: Family photos with props (free print for new members).

  • Arts & Crafts + Temporary Tattoos Table

  • Dance Area: 6:45 PM Dance Party – Grab a bandana from volunteers.

 

🎯 Prize Games (Sponsored by Pet Sitting 4 Comfort®)
Golden Voucher required to play — Spin-to-Win Wheel, Prize Drop, Ring Toss
→ PTO Members = Extra Plays + Free Fujifilm Photo keepsake (one per family)

🎲 Free Games
Candy Corn Bowling · Fishing Game · Can Knock Down · Hopscotch Rings · Sticker Kits · Mini Puzzles · Giant Twister · Pumpkin Toss Board · “Big Red Bird” Drop Board & more!

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Raffles and Prizes

Win $25 gift cards in these categories:

  • Pre-Sale Raffle

  • New Member Raffle

  • Volunteer Raffle

  • Costume Contest Winner

Volunteer

Your help makes the magic happen! Volunteer for just 30–60 minutes and your family receives free admission + a bonus raffle entry!

✅ Choose a role (Set-Up, Check-In, Games, Photos, Cleanup)
✅ Arrive 10 to 15 min before your shift to check in and pick up your volunteer badge
✅ Enjoy the festival with your family after your shift

 

Want to know what to expect? Read our volunteer guide for setup tips, station layouts, and FAQs.

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Schedule

  • 5:00–6:00 PM – Setup & Volunteer Check-In

  • 6:00–6:50 PM – Festival Opens – Food Trucks & Games Begin

  • 6:45–7:00 PM – Dance Party – Grab a Bandana

  • 7:00–7:30 PM – Magic Show with Vince Charming

  • 7:30–8:00 PM – Costume Contest & Raffles

  • 8:00–8:30 PM – Cleanup & Closing Thanks

Sponsors & Community Partners

Pet Sitting 4 Comfort® LLCPrize Games Sponsor
The Kidz DocsRaffle Gift Card Sponsor (Four $25 Gift Cards + Teddy Bear & Football Giveaway)
Pako’s Fresh Mex · Halal Burger & Hotdog Truck · Kona Ice of Fairfax Food Truck Partners

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5829 Glen Forest Drive, Falls Church, VA 22041

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5829 Glen Forest Drive, Falls Church, VA 22041
 

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Glen Forest is a Title I school. Federal funding provides extra resources and family engagement programs. Your participation helps those resources go even further.

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