October Magic Programs Bring Lantern Tour and Houdini Events to Marshall

October brings several ways to explore magic in Marshall, from a Saturday afternoon presentation to an after-dark museum tour and a Halloween program honoring Houdini. The American Museum of Magic has posted a calendar that gives local readers a chance to plan ahead rather than wait until the final weekend of the month.

The museum is at 107 East Michigan Avenue in Marshall. Its official events page lists Saturday magic presentations at 2 p.m. during the April-through-October season. That regular afternoon option may fit readers looking for a daytime visit rather than a special evening program.

An October evening by lantern light

A lantern tour is scheduled for October 17 at 7 p.m. The 2026 Houdini event schedule describes an after-dark museum experience featuring unusual stories about magicians and their performances, including material outside the usual tour.

That schedule lists the lantern-tour tickets at $20 and limits the group to 25 guests. Confirm remaining space directly with the museum before arranging the rest of your evening. A capacity limit matters when you are trying to attend with friends or family, particularly if you need several places together.

Houdini programs on Halloween

The museum's calendar also lists a Houdini seance at noon October 31 and a 7 p.m. Magic Speaker Series program titled “Houdini!” presented by Patrick Culliton. These are separate entries, so check the details for the specific program you intend to attend.

The linked seance schedule describes the Halloween gathering as marking 100 years since Houdini's death. It lists observer tickets at $20 before October 1 and $30 afterward, with limited seating. Use the museum's official seance ticket page or contact the museum for the current price and availability before purchasing.

The seance is a programmed event built around Houdini's legacy. Readers can approach it as a piece of magic history and Halloween tradition; the announcement is not evidence of supernatural activity.

Make the call before making the trip

The museum lists 269-781-7570 and info@americanmuseumofmagic.com for questions. Its website displays differing general-hours information in separate areas, so confirm visiting hours directly instead of relying on a single footer. Special-event admission may also differ from a regular museum visit.

When contacting the museum, ask about the date, price, remaining tickets, expected duration and accessibility needs for your group. If children will attend, ask which program best matches their ages and comfort with an evening setting. Those answers can help you choose between an afternoon presentation and the October special events.

Save your ticket confirmation and contact details in one place. If you are booking multiple programs, double-check that each reservation names the correct date and start time.

Questions you might have

Q: When is the lantern tour?
October 17 at 7 p.m.; the event schedule lists $20 tickets and a 25-person limit.

Q: What is scheduled on Halloween?
The museum lists a noon Houdini seance and a separate 7 p.m. Houdini speaker program on October 31.

Q: How do I confirm tickets and visiting hours?
Use the official event and ticket links, or call 269-781-7570 before making your plans.