Plan a staycation or weekend getaway in Downtown DC for a memorable experience filled with magic, comedy and family fun.
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- For the third year, Capital Hilton will serve as the backdrop for the DC Festival of Magic, where the best magicians from all over the country will dazzle and enchant audiences across five performances between September 1 and September 3, 2023. Enjoy a magical weekend in the nation's capital packed with entertainment, family-fun and specialty-themed food and beverage options. The full weekend of events includes the following:
Friday, September 1
- 8 p.m. – Larry Hass, accomplished and celebrated magician, philosopher and the Dean of Jeff McBride's Magic & Mystery School in Las Vegas, kicks off the weekend with a performance that mixes extraordinary magic with spectacular themes that lift the spirit of the crowd. This show is for individuals ages 12 and older.
Saturday, September 2
- 1 p.m. – The All Stars of Close Up Magic Show features three performers, Jeff Eline, Rahaan Jackson, and Mike McLaughlin, who will use sleight-of-hand, mental tricks and more to leave the audience watching in awe. Limited tickets are available for this magical and intimate performance. This show is for individuals ages 15 and older.
- 8 p.m. – Become fully immersed in a spectacular performance by the International Brotherhood of Magicians Champion, Stephen Bargatze, as he creatively connects with the audience through his very own unique brand of clean comedy and magic. This show is for individuals ages 12 and older.
Sunday, September 3
- 1 p.m. – Bring the whole family to watch as magician and illusionist, Joe Holiday, puts on an incredible fun-filled family magic show. Holiday is an expert at keeping the kids laughing and the adults amazed. Individuals of all ages are welcome at this show.
- 8 p.m. – Chicago-based Magician, Kayla Drescher rounds out the weekend with her performance, "Magic in Heels," which incorporates expert sleight-of-hand, comedy, entertaining stories and lots of audience participation. This show is for individuals ages 15 and older.
For those looking for a magical nightcap, The Statler Lounge will have casual, strolling magic every night from 9 to 10 p.m. with Magician Timothy Carver. Purchase an All-Access Pass to attend all five shows over the weekend or get tickets for individual shows at dcmagicfestival.com
Food and Beverage Programming
This summer, take a step back in time to The Statler Lounge, which has been newly transformed into a 1950s-style old-school diner. Now through Labor Day, guests can choose from a lineup of four signature gourmet burgers, several unique choices of fully loaded French fries and soda floats to help beat the end-of-summer heat.
Specially for the DC Festival of Magic, guests can sip on a magical rum-based cocktail that changes colors when a special "potion" is mixed in by their server. This cocktail is only available from September 1-3.
Featured Packages and Activities
Guests coming to town can book the Festival of Magic Package, which includes two All-Access Passes for the Festival of Magic (a $198 value) and two complimentary drinks at the Statler Lounge, with a three-night minimum stay. Rates for the Festival of Magic Package start at $359 + tax.
Through Labor Day Weekend, guests are invited to the Executive Lounge from 6 to 10 p.m. for a Family Movie Night to enjoy games, popcorn, light refreshments, and a magic-themed family friendly movie.
Capital Hilton is located at 1001 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20036. For reservations, guests can visit capitalhilton.com or call +1 (202) 393-1000.
Read more about Hilton Hotels & Resorts at Stories.Hilton.com.
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