Autumn at Oz - 2026

Travel Over the Rainbow to Beech Mountain, North Carolina, and celebrate Land of Oz's annual Autumn at Oz Festival—one of the world's largest Wizard of Oz events!

If you've ever gone searching for your heart's desire, look no further. Experience the magic of Oz during this immersive, interactive event where Dorothy's journey comes to life before your eyes. Begin your adventure at Aunt Em and Uncle Henry's Kansas farmhouse, survive the twister, meet Glinda in Munchkinland, and follow the real Yellow Brick Road to Emerald City.

Paved with 44,000 gold-glazed bricks, the Yellow Brick Road leads guests through a story brought to life by professional performers portraying Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, the Cowardly Lion, the Wicked Witch, Glinda, and the Great and Powerful Oz. Along the way, you'll encounter live performances, theatrical moments, and beloved characters as you become part of the story itself.

At Emerald City, the Wizard grants everyone's wishes right before your eyes, completing a one-of-a-kind walk-through adventure that blends storytelling, nostalgia, and imagination. As the largest Oz celebration in the world, Autumn at Oz transforms Beech Mountain into a magical destination featuring a temporary Emerald City, live entertainment, official merch, delicious food and beverages, and countless photo opportunities—including the Over the Rainbow Observation Deck, one mile high in the sky.

This is the only event of its kind where guests are fully immersed in the magical Land of Oz. Visit America's Original Wizard of Oz Theme Park this September—and don't forget to wear your favorite pair of red shoes!

PLEASE NOTE: Land of Oz is not a fully functioning theme park and was built atop a mountain in 1969 prior to ADA compliance. Due to multiple staircases, uneven pathways, and steep hills, electric scooters and wheelchairs cannot access the Yellow Brick Road. Guests requiring wheelchair accommodations should contact [email protected] for recommendations on dates and times to attend. Strollers larger than an umbrella stroller, pets, and alcohol are not permitted inside the park.