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Wild West Victorian Fest Comes to Kerrville, TX

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The Wild West Victorian Fest graces the town of Kerrville, TX once again on December 15-17th. A unique experience to go back in time to the 1800’s where vaudeville acts were all the rage. A charming atmosphere of live music, great food, skilled artists, games, and musicians await to entice you back into a time long ago.

Plenty of fantastic and one-of-a-kind acts to catch and contests to partake in all located in the beautiful Hill Country town of Kerrville. Be amazed at the talents of The Austin Séance as they mesmerize you with their skills, cheer on the engaging escape artist The Great Rondini, enjoy the musical talent of the Dublin Harpers, take in a new juggling & music comedy, The Toobadours, and learn about Falconry, the sport of hunting with falcons, and plenty more as described below.

1. Tea with the Queen

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A royal event not to miss the Queens Tea. Tickets are $14.95 for an event that’s sure to leave a lasting memory. Each day of the festival at 2 p.m. is tea time as you enjoy some of the finest teas from around the world. Sit with the Queen of Victoria for a spot of tea in an elegant atmosphere with a light menu of goodies included. You just might feel like a guest at the royal palace in London for a few hours.

2. The Victorian Ball

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Dress in your Victorian best as you make plans to dance the night away at the Victorian Ball. Set back in time with a charming and old-fashioned atmosphere with ballroom dancing, and an opportunity to participate in a Mysterious Séance. A professional photographer will be on hand to capture those mesmerizing moments of a lifetime. There will also be a variety of culinary foods to choose from and an array of desserts. The dancing happens on Saturday, December 16th from 6 – 8:30 p.m. for ages 21 and above. Tickets can be purchased in advance for $79.95 or at the gate for $99.95. The purchase of this very special ticket also includes a weekend pass to the festival!

3. Marquis of Vaudeville LIVE at Wild West Victorian Fest

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The Marquis of Vaudeville is a world-renowned group that will tantalize you their brand of music they have dubbed “melodic mischief.”

“An extraordinary sound that spirals listeners on an utterly imaginative, musical merry-go-round,” shares their Facebook page. With a flair for the theatrics and their “carnival-esque punk cabaret stylings,” this group is sure to leave you mesmerized with their unique and intriguing songwriting and their vaudeville-inspired act. They will be playing at 9 p.m. on Saturday, December 16th.

For tickets and more information on this concert and all the extraordinary adventures and entertainment that await at the Wild West Victorian Fest from December 15-17th, be sure to visit their website at www.wildwestvictorianfest.com.