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title: Gumbo Magic – Family Magic Shows in the Illinois Valley
description: "Family-friendly magic shows by Rod \"Gumbo\" Waynick for birthdays, schools, fundraisers and community events across the Illinois Valley."
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[GUMBOMAGIC](https://www.gumbomagic.com/?hsLang=en)

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GUMBOMAGIC

Stirring up wonder

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## A little bit of everything.

Like a good pot of gumbo, every Gumbo Magic show is a mix: sleight of hand, big laughs and a little mystery, stirred together for all ages. Rod “Gumbo” Waynick brings family-friendly magic to birthdays, schools, fundraisers and community events across the Illinois Valley.

### Birthday Parties

The birthday kid becomes the star of the show.

### Schools & Libraries

Assemblies and library programs that get the whole room laughing.

### Fundraisers

A night of family entertainment for your school, club or booster group.

### Festivals & Events

Stage magic for fairs, festivals and community gatherings.

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## Something’s cooking.

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© 2026 Gumbo Magic · Rod “Gumbo” Waynick

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