*All event information is subject to change. Please continue to check back, or like us on Facebook @PaRenFaire for updates.
Dates: Saturdays & Sundays • August 15 - October 25, 2026
Themed Weekends: Click here for dates & details.
Hours of Operation: Gates Open at 11AM Each Public Faire Date • Faire site closes at 8PM. Merchants, food and beverages begin closing at 7PM.
Location: 2775 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545
Tickets can be purchase online on the Virtual Box Office.
Ticket Pricing for August 15 - September 13
General Admission (Ages 12+): $38.95 ($35.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $21.95 ($18.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Virtual Box Office
Ticket Pricing for September 19 - October 25:
General Admission (Ages 12+): $42.95 ($39.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $23.95 ($20.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Virtual Box Office
• Please have your print at home tickets out or loaded on your mobile device and ready to scan on prior to coming to the Front Gate.
• Tickets can only be purchased online through the Virtual Box Office.
• Tickets are date specific and all exchange policies apply after purchase.
• The Faire is a rain or shine event.
• Tickets are emailed to the purchaser and can be printed or scanned from a mobile device.
• A change to the ticketing system brought about by US FTC Regulation taking place May 12, 2025 requires that both the ticket price and the service fee are combined in the overall ticket pricing. Please review your order during the purchasing process. The initial screen of the ordering process the ticket will display the sum of the ticket price + the service fee with those prices broken out and listed underneath.
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GOVX Ticket Pricing for August 15 - September 13
General Admission (Ages 12+): $29.95 ($26.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $16.95 ($13.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
GOVX Ticket Pricing for September 19 - October 25:
General Admission (Ages 12+): $37.95 ($34.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $18.95 ($15.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
After 4PM Sunset Tickets go live on the online box office each Faire Day at 3PM with entry to the Faire beginning at 4PM. Sunset Tickets are not available in advance of the actual Faire date.
After 4PM Sunset Ticket Pricing for August 15 - September 13
General Admission (Ages 12+): $23.95 ($20.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $11.95 ($8.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
After 4PM Sunset Ticket Pricing for September 19 - October 25:
General Admission (Ages 12+): $27.95 ($24.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children (Ages 5-11): $13.95 ($10.95 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Sunset Tickets allow guest to enjoy over 20 performances, including the Tournament of Arms, Ultimate Joust through the ending Finale in Song. Food booths, pour houses and independent vendors begin closing at 7PM at the start of the Finale Pub Sing at the Globe Theater. Vendors in Swashbuckler Grove and The Wharf Bar will remain open until the end of the performance. The Faire site closes at 8PM.
Regardless of the full day ticket sold out status, After 4PM Sunset Tickets will go live on the online box office each Faire Day at 3PM with entry to the Faire beginning at 4PM. Sunset Tickets are not available in advance of the actual Faire date. The Sunset Ticket is valid only at the 2026 Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire on the date of purchase from 4PM-8PM. Sunset Ticket quantities are limited per day. Tickets must be purchased online on the Virtual Box Office and can be shown from a mobile device the day of your visit for entry. Tickets are not sold at the gate. Tickets are non-refundable.
Subscriptions for the 2026 Season are SOLD OUT. Stay in touch for Yuletide at the Faire subscriptions going on sale in October!
Full Season Faire Subscription (Covers All 22 Public Dates)
General Admission (Ages 12+): $195.00
Children (Ages 5-11): $65.00
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Includes 1 Ticket Per Subscription for Each of the 22 Faire Dates
Virtual Box Office: Subscription Link is in the upper right-hand corner of the event ticket purchase screen between "tickets" and "merchandise".
10-Day Faire Subscriptions have been discontinued.
The purchaser will receive an order confirmation email containing 1 ticket for each of the 22 Faire Days for each subscription purchased in the order. It is the Subscriber's responsibility to print or download their date specific tickets from the confirmation or their box office account. Each corresponding day's ticket must be presented at the Front Gate with an ID to enter the Faire grounds for entry.
Subscription tickets are NOT transferable to another individual not associated with the original Subscription purchase. Subscription tickets are NOT for resale. If this policy is broken, the Subscription and all associated tickets will be deactivated without refund.
If you will not be the individual using the Subscription tickets, consider the "Give as a Gift" option when purchasing.
Subscription quantities are limited. No discounts apply.
No matter what your age, please be prepared to show proper identification in order to consume alcohol. Valid ID includes a state issued driver's license or state issued ID card with photo, a passport, or a United States military identification card with photo. We are unable to accept any foreign driver's license. Note that the identification cannot be expired at the time of the festival.
NEW ENTRY SUBMISSION RULES
Each week, a unique link will be provided on our Facebook Page (@PaRenFaire) that will allow you to upload your submission (one per person per week) to the PA Ren Faire Dropbox account. Submissions will NOT be accepted by any other method. Photo Contest entries must be submitted by Thursday at Noon. We'll announce the winner on Friday. Weekly winners will receive 4 complimentary single day tickets to the 2027 Faire and be entered to win Grand Season Prizes! Click here for full rules.
Friendly, well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their human companions for the revelry of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. There are some simple steps to take before visiting with your furry friend. Dog Friendly Faire tickets and policies apply to dogs only. No other animals will be admitted. (Our Dog Friendly Faire program does not apply to any other Mount Hope Events and is valid only for the Renaissance Faire, running August-October.) Learn More at: PaRenfaire.com/DogDays. No other animals will be admitted.
Please Note: Service Dogs are always welcome. Mount Hope adheres to the ADA's definition of Service animal found here. Please refer to ADA's frequently asked questions as it pertains to Mount Hope Estate events.
Ticket prices are listed in the Dates, Times & Tickets section above, as well as on the Virtual Box Office.
Get ready to live the excitement and adventure of jousting knights and royal delights with colorfully costumed villagers and merrymakers ready to make your visit an unforgettable experience. Musical, stunt and theatrical performances are just a few of the many daily shows! Immerse yourself in the days of Merrie Olde England, steeped in the allure of bygone days and knights! Please check back as we continue to update for the 2026 season! All entertainment is subject to change.
The year is 1567 and Queen Elizabeth is becoming ever more beloved by her people as each year passes. Having heard her father, Henry VIII, spin many tales about Mount Hope with all its joys and perils, she wishes to experience it for herself and has decided to make a visit to the Shire. With her, she brings along her favored Ladies, Sir Walter Raleigh, and her most favorite, Lord Leicester, Robert Dudley.
Mount Hope is wild with excitement to welcome Elizabeth and her Court and feeling that since the Shire is the place that ranked foremost in royal hearts for generations, who better to relieve the Queen of a burden that surely weighs on her heart and mind, namely, who shall be her consort? As a woman, of course she must marry, and word on the Shire is that Dudley is vying for her hand, but not everyone is keen on that idea.
As far as Mount Hope is concerned, there could be no finer choice than for her to marry a good stout Englishman from the best Shire in the land. And so, in true Mount Hope fashion, candidates are put forward, choices are made, sides are taken, conflicts, resolutions, and hijinks ensue.
Mount Hope will ever be Mount Hope.
Plan your visit with the Revels Schedule and Shire Map. Download the Daily Writ (Schedule & Shire Map) each weekend to learn the where, when and who of your Faire Day visit. Discover the location of the Royal Kitchens, Pour houses, privies and more! Please Note: All Daily Writs are subject to change.
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The entertainers at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire are the main attraction! The full-time, professional Bacchanalian acting company consists of actors, singers and dancers from across the country. The Bacchanalians perform swashbuckling swordplay shows, Shakespearean dramas, interactive improvised scenarios, and rollicking music and dance numbers while portraying Elizabethan characters. The Blackfryar company is comprised of part-time experienced actors, enthusiastic novices with no prior theater experience, college students, senior citizens and everything in between! This cast is primarily responsible for bringing the working Tudor village to life by creating interesting and fun 16th century characters.
Yeoman of the Guard • Practical and proud, James values hard work and keeps a wary eye on changing times.
Spice Merchant • Worldly and savvy, Margery trades in rare flavors and the stories behind them.
Tax Collector • Methodical and unyielding, Edward ensures the crown is paid, whether welcomed or not.
Siren/Beggar • Turns out beggars can be choosers and Primrose only puts out her begging bowl in front of the very best taverns.
Merchant • More cautious than her sister, Leonora prefers careful deals and lasting alliances.
Arborist • Practical and forward-thinking, Cuthbert sees potential in timber, land, and theatre alike.
Peddler • A cheerful trader with a wide pack and wider connections.
Lady in Waiting • Intelligent and composed, Anne values learning as much as loyalty.
Earl of Tyrone • A proud and calculating Irish lord, balancing diplomacy and defiance in equal measure.
Bagniokeeper • Since cleanliness is next to Godliness Jocasta is fully committed to doing the Lord's work.
Lord/Chancellor of the Exchequer • A careful steward of the realm's coin, balancing duty, politics, and power.
Wheelwright • Strong, capable, and practical, Lilian keeps the world turning, one wheel at a time.
Queen of England • Elizabeth learned from her father how to combine pleasure with policy, and she uses her summer Progress to meet her subjects and gain their loyalty.
Court Fop • The Queen winked at him once so now he peacocks through the court, reminding everyone that the gamblers in London have laid odds 25 to 100 that she'll marry him.
Countess of Warwick • Bright, witty, and an excellent horsewoman, Lady Warwick is close to the Queen and uses that influence to further the interests of her brother-in-law, Lord Leicester.
Minstrel • A wandering poet with a sharp tongue and sharper memory, weaving truth into song.
Innkeeper/Alewife of Boarshead • With the Queen's visit the Boarshead Inn is full to bursting and Prudence is determined to make sure all of her guests are bed and fed.
Executioner • Since rumors of how the Germans punish their capital criminals have spread through the town, crime in Mount Hope has dropped drastically.
Lord • The Queen's unseen shield, always listening, always watching, and rarely revealing his hand.
Gravedigger • Rip is the last man who will ever let you down, and he likes to remind people of that.
Lady in Waiting • Loyal and supportive, Blanche is a steady presence in Elizabeth's court, there since the beginning.
Sommelier to the Court • Refined and discerning, Cecily pairs wines with people as carefully as with meals.
Statesman/Explorer • Adventurer, sailor, and occasional poet Raleigh is newly arrived at court and has already gained the Queen's notice.
Sheriff • It's a good thing Mount Hope is a peaceful village since it's Shire Reeve is as cock-sure as he is incompetent.
Courtier/Ally & Fixer for Dudley • Lord Leicester's man, Blount knows where the bodies are buried and quietly does his master's bidding behind the scenes.
Earl of Leicester • Dashing, gregarious, and newly widowed Leicester is the Queen's Master of the Horse and perhaps the keeper of her heart.
Gamekeeper • Protector of the lord's forests, Davy knows every trail and trap, and trusts beasts more than people.
Mason • A builder of lasting things, Darren values strength, structure, and honest labor.
Court Fool • Queen of Jesters and jester to the Queen, Jane is no simpleton so best beware her wit.
Rat Catcher • Rafe is a canny catcher and good at gathering the local vermin, but his tender heart compels him to release his rodent friends into the woods.
Merchant • Charming and ambitious, Marietta trades in fine goods and finer impressions, always one step ahead.
Siren/Ale Conner • "Penny" holds Charlie Mopps' heart in her hand and his secret beer recipe in her pockets.
Tinker • Traveling with his wares from town to town, he brings the news we need to know. And some we don't.
Navigator • Guided by stars and instinct, Ellis finds paths where others see only uncertainty. It is a Drake family trait, after all!
Cheesemonger • Proud of her craft, Sabina believes good cheese, like good business, takes time and patience.
Dyer • Be it oxblood red, merry widow yellow, or gooseturd green Blanche knows the recipe for all of the most fashionable colors.
Lady in Waiting • Fiercely loyal, Kat serves as both mentor and protector, guiding and guarding the queen of England.
Siren/Scullery Maid • Chief cook and bottle washer at the Boarshead Inn, Dorcas still finds time to eavesdrop on the many guests under her mistress's roof.
Cooper • Precise and hardworking, Josephine crafts barrels that hold the lifeblood of trade.
Rogue/Mayor • He's the recently elected Mayor and is determined that the Queen enjoys herself while she's in town, but not so much that she stays for long.
Scavenger/Public Street Sweeper • Keeps the streets clean and finds value where others see none.
Storyteller • A spinner of tales who blurs the line between truth and fiction with a smile.
Rogue/Actor • A stage entrepreneur, he's finished building the first permanent venue in London, The Theatre, just in time for it to be closed for the summer due to plague.
Brewmaster • Keeping Mount Hope well supplied with beer, he is beloved by all, but torn between his duty to the town and to his lady love.
Salter/Salt Vendor • A practical trader who knows that salt preserves more than meat; it preserves fortunes.
Retired Yeoman/Farmer • A veteran of many battles, now seeking quiet days, though he's always happy to share his tales.
Lady in Waiting • Graceful and observant, Catherine moves easily through court, where every word matters.
Aspiring Writer/Actor • Being a family friend of the Burbages, the Upstart Crow is in town looking for inspiration in his writings and a patron for his pockets.
Washerwoman • Hardworking and sharp-tongued, Merry hears everything and forgets nothing.
Rogue/Blacksmith • He's heard that the Queen loves to ride and he's determined to catch her eye by presenting her the best horseshoe he's ever forged.
Dressmaker • Quick with needle and quicker with gossip, Milly knows everyone's measurements and more than a few of their secrets.
Baker • Warm-hearted and generous, Isabel feeds the town and keeps spirits high.
Sailor • Weathered by sea and story, Trent lives for the next voyage and the tales it will bring.
Lady in Waiting/Maid of Honor • Lively and perceptive, Mary walks the fine line between wit and decorum.
Yeoman of the Guard • A steady hand and loyal subject, Payton is always watching for opportunity to rise.
Chandler • Maker of candles and keeper of light, Idina brings brightness to homes and hears what flickers in the dark.
Siren/Barber Surgeon • Elke is considered by the townsfolk to be cutting edge, "Eastern" medicine since she only uses knives and leeches from the Germany's.
Shepherdess • Gentle with her flock but firm with strangers, Leigh finds peace in fields others overlook.
Shire Dance Mistress • Graceful in every step, Niamh teaches movement that tells a story.
Stagehand/Aspiring Actor • Eager and ambitious, Richard dreams of stepping from behind the scenes into the spotlight. Son of James Burbage.
Horse Trader • Bold and business-minded, Greta knows the worth of a good horse and a better deal.
Town Gossip • Always listening, always trading in secrets, Hadyn thrives by knowing too much.
Astrologer/Mathematician • The original 007, Dr. Dee speaks to the angels while also keeping his ear to the ground.
Sail-Maker • Builder of canvas wings for ships, Seger's work carries others to glory while he stays ashore.
Constable • Proud to follow the letter of the law exactly, he'll truck no insult to his honor.
Nob Thatcher/Wig Maker to the Queen • Red hair is suddenly all the rage and Ursula sees every ginger as a potential source of income.
Herbalist • Soft-spoken but knowledgeable, Amberly heals with plants and quiet wisdom.
Leech Collector • Wades the murky edges of river and reputation, supplying healers while unsettling polite company.
Shire Distiller • Bess can tell you the difference between a woodsy whiskey or a vert absinthe, but she doesn't discriminate as long as your cup be full.
The Shire is bustling with many shows to keep you busy all weekend long! Follow us on Facebook @PaRenFaire or join the Royal Email List to be the first to know about 2026 cast shows & descriptions!
Special events below have limited spots and require an additional ticket (visit the Box Office to purchase). Please note: Faire Admission Tickets and Faire Day Special Event tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable.
Check in for the Pub Crawl begins at 4:30 PM at the Informistress and leaves promptly at 4:45 PM.
Laugh, sing and journey through the Shire on a guided tour to three stops to enjoy a sample of Swashbuckler Brewing Company Beer or Lancaster County Cider with a final stop at O'Malley's to enjoy one last sample paired with saucy entertainment and a salty pretzel.
Pub Crawl Includes: 4 samples, Souvenir Tasting Glass, Soft Pretzel and specialty entertainments. $33.00 Online Only ($30.00 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee). Tickets limited. Must be 21+ to participate. Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Pub Crawl. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Pub Crawl Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
Check in for Bard's Breakfast begins at 11:00AM. Poetry begins at 11:15AM.
Enjoy 10% Off your Wine Shop and Distillery purchases from 9-11AM. Staff will hold your purchases until you leave the Shire. Enter the front gate and journey to the Anchor & Mermaid Tavern in Swashbuckler Grove to sip a Bloody Mary, Maria or Cider Mimosa from a souvenir tumbler while enjoying the scandalous and licentious poetry of Sir Arthur Greenleaf Holmes. Leaving the Tavern, make your way to the Argyle Café atop Food Row to redeem a voucher for a hearty Scotch Egg.
Bard's Breakfast Poetry with Arthur Greenleaf Holmes includes: Choice of Bloody Mary, Bloody Maria or Mimosa in a souvenir Tumbler, voucher for a Scotch Egg (pick up at Argyle Café), 10% off Wine Shop and Distillery Purchases from 9:00-11:00 AM and safe keeping of your purchases while you visit the Faire. Coupon for 10% will appear in your ticket confirmation email and on printed tickets.
$23.00 ($20.00 Ticket + $3.00 Service Fee) Tickets limited. Must be 21+ to participate. Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Breakfast. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Bard's Breakfast Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
Adults - $12.95 ($9.95 + $3.00 Service Fee)
Children ages 5-11 - $6.00 (3.00 + $3.00 Service Fee)
A portion of the ticket proceeds will go to the care of the birds.
Curious about Falconry? Come to Meet the Falconer where you will enjoy an up-close bird of prey experience with Crystal Stacey, the Royal Falconer. She will share some falconry basics, introduce you to some of her birds and answer your Falconry questions. It's a fun, educational experience for the whole family. 2:00 PM in the shade next to the Aviary. Area opens at 1:45PM. Please have tickets ready for scanning.
Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Aviary. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Meet the Falconer Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
Unleash your creativity with our hands-on glassblowing experiences! Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to try something new, our one-on-one sessions are designed for everyone. No prior experience is required — simply show up, pick your favorite colors, and create a beautiful glass piece under the guidance of a skilled instructor.
Choose from five unique items to create: a paperweight, flower, ornament, pumpkin, or bowl. During your session, you'll be the one doing most of the work, with your instructor by your side to ensure your safety, explain the process, and offer expert guidance every step of the way.
For just $75, you'll create a piece of art that's uniquely yours, all while learning the fascinating art of glassblowing. Please remember to wear close-toed shoes for your safety. Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Glassblowing Experience. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Glassblowing Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
Enter a dusty, forgotten attic in wartime England where the ordinary world feels heavy and gray. Yet, something ancient stirs behind the old wardrobe in the corner. A chill in the air. A distant roar. The faint promise of snow and magic…
In this enchanting Narnia-themed escape room, you and your team must solve clever puzzles, decipher clues left by the Pevensie children, and awaken forces long dormant to find your way back into the magical world of Narnia. Every object in the room holds secrets from the classic tales - only the brave and clever will uncover them.
As you explore, you'll bargain with mysterious creatures, prove your worth, and push past the ordinary to reach the snow-covered lands beyond the wardrobe. Can you escape the mundane world and step into Narnia before the portal closes forever… or will you remain trapped in gray reality? Narnia calls. Will you answer?
For just $44, the cost covers the first 4 players. Need more help? Additional players can join for only $5 each, paid at the door. We recommend no more than 8 players. It is best with 3-6 players.
Gather your team, put on your thinking caps, and get ready for an unforgettable escape room adventure! Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Escape Room. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Escape Room Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Visit the booth for day-of sales. Check the Map for locations (#323). Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
Enter a mysterious, eerie boudoir where dark secrets and restless spirits lurk. In this spine-chilling escape room, you and your team must uncover the unsettling history of the room and its former occupant before the restless spirits claim you as their next victim. Every corner of the boudoir holds clues, but beware — some secrets are better left hidden.
As you explore, solve cryptic puzzles and uncover the tragic story that haunts this room. Can you escape before the spirits' wrath traps you inside forever, or will you become part of the room's twisted legacy?
For just $44, the cost covers the first 4 players. Need more help? Additional players can join for only $5 each, paid at the door. We recommend no more than 8 players. It is best with 3-6 players.
Gather your team, put on your thinking caps, and get ready for an unforgettable escape room adventure! Please note: A corresponding date-specific ticket must be purchased for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to enter the Faire grounds and access the Escape Room. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Escape Room Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Visit the booth for day-of sales. Check the Map for locations (#323). Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.
The stages of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire come to life with scores of unique entertainers, including musicians, magicians, comedy acts, and more! Exact performance times and locations will be available on the Daily Writ upon your arrival to the festival grounds. All entertainment is subject to change.
October 10 - October 25 • AaronBonk.com
*Loud Noise Notice - Whip Cracking
Aaron Bonk is a 3-time International Performance Champion, 5-time Guinness World Record setting whip artist, and unique entertainer with a twisted sense of humor who risks his life to make you laugh. With stupefying acts of juggling, whip cracking, danger and craziness, he will amuse and amaze the whole family with his world renown stunt show spectacular. Machetes, whips, swords and fire--the hottest show in all the 'Shire!
Fairies & Fantasy (August 15 & 16) Only • Like Acrobellum on Facebook
Come flip, turn, tumble, bend, and stack with zany acrobats of Acrobellum as they put their family into a family friendly show. Join, Red as he leads all the colors of the rainbow into some death-defying jokes and acrobatics. Be inspired and join them in a celebration of strength in diversity, because together we can be anything…
September 12 - October 25 • AdamoIgnis.com
*Loud Noise Notice - Whip Cracking
Adamo Ignis means 'to love flame' and is an experience that seeks to delight and bind audiences through humanity's timeless love of fire. Come for the spectacle of fire eating, fire dancing, fire breathing, and acts of danger and leave with a soul full of awe, connection, and warmth.
September 12 - October 4 • Follow @Airbone.Aussie on Instragram
An action-packed circus show of unique stunts with big laughs. Join the Airborne Aussie's quest to find magic through bold twists on aerial arts. Expect danger, fire, knives in the air… and the unexpected. This show will keep you on the edge of your seats.
Full Season
Bringing the history of archery and its world-wide application to life. We demonstrate not only how English long bows and wood arrows are made, but how and why they were such effective tools and weapons of war. Long bows are built from scratch and are sold at the faire site. We also offer traditional archery supplies for arrow making as well as several types of pre-made wooden arrows. Enjoy two long range demonstrations at 11:30 & 5:30, at the new location by Bosworth Field.
Full Season
"Consider Thou This", "Guts & Glory", "Beano" - Sir Argyle Douglas has come down from Scotland to entertain and enlighten visitors in the Shire of Mt. Hope. "Guts & Glory" is a comedy-cultural-cooking show that revolves around the preparation of Scotland's national dish, Haggis. While this show is children friendly, it is not a children's show. "Consider Thou This" is a unique experience as no two shows are alike. Join Argyle with a rotating list of special guest performers for an "Adults Only" variety show.
August 15 - August 23 • Follow @AriaOceanSong on Instagram
Join Aria Oceansong, the ever singing mermaid, as she experiences life on land! Fishy puns, an operatic siren song, and marine mythology of questionable veracity abound in this mermaid's land performance.
August 22 - October 25 • ArthurGreenleafHolmes.com
*Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children
England's poet laureate of the ill-advised presents a verbal blunderbuss of irreverent sophistication and convulsive laughter, blending melodic language and hypnotic imagery with an utter disregard for decent society.
Full Season • BarbyHolder.net
TThe Hammered Dulcimer Music of Barbary (Barby Holder) will enchant and delight you as you leisurely stroll through the Shire. Whether in the lanes or on a stage, the music will transport you to an earlier time of simplicity and beauty.
August 15 - September 27
*Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children
BaRPG takes the fun of tabletop role playing games and drinking to take audiences on a brand new and original adventure at every show! This show is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and therefore may be unsuitable for children under 18.
Legends of the Sea (August 22 & 23) Only • BardCity.Bandcamp.com
Bard City is a band "FOR BARDS, BY BARDS" singing comical originals about the life and adventures of everyone's favorite bards! Using inspiration from fantasy games the band entertains and enchants their listeners. From monsters, to mayhem, to stacks of gold, there is not a fantasy stone left unturned by these boisterous bards. With a focus on high energy and audience interactive songs, they have wooed crowds across the DMV area. The band consists of talented musicians rocking guitar, tin whistle, kobza, and accordion. From simple songs about the lives of humble fishermen to songs that change with the roll of a die, Bard City brings the energy like no other band before.
September 19 - October 25 • ScarlettRat.com
Emrys Fleet's Rat Extravaganza Aka Big Rat Show is a hilarious comedy show featuring Pesky the Wonderous One-eyed Rat and Wilbur the Dancing Weasel. Plenty of jokes and absurdity keep the laughter out loud. He calls it "Comedy Noir"! Rat Puck is a game for Kings and Commoners alike. It is similar to the Scottish "golf" but played with rats and sticks! Join Master of Master's Pucker Emrys Fleet, rat catcher for some instruction and an exhibition round of Rat Puck! Puck We Must!
August 15 - September 13 • BigWhimsy.com
Welcome Big Whimsy back to the Faire! Joffrey the Giant and Nina Amaya are Giants in their field! Find them strolling in the lanes for the highest of fives and pose with them for a family picture! Balloon animals, jests and perhaps a song will brighten your day.
August 15 - August 30 • BuckleAndSwash.com
*Loud Noise Notice - Whip Cracking
Join Captain Red Swash Rogers and Mister Punt Buckle for Pirates, Comedy, Sword Fighting, and other…stuff. Be a part of their outrageous crew in this family-friendly show full of action and laughs! The Buckle and Swash Show: It's attempted murder…but, like, funny!
August 22 - October 4 • JimHancock.com
This Power Trio of guitar, double bass, and violin with vocal harmonies energizes the traditional Renaissance Faire repertoire with Burly intent. These three uniquely skilled musicians are out to prove that with music, the total is always greater than the sum of the parts. Come Sing Along!
August 22 - September 13 • Like Cantiga on Facebook
Cantiga's unique and magical music has delighted visitors to Renaissance Festivals across North America for over forty years. A free-spirited playfulness is characteristic of Cantiga's sound, bringing ancient songs to life for a modern audience.
Shamrocks & Shenanigans Weekend (September 19 - 20) Only • PalomaIrishDance.com
From spirited soft shoe numbers to heart-pounding hard shoe pieces, these dancers will delight and entertain any audience. The Troupe has performed in over 300+ public performances and private events throughout Pennsylvania and Maryland and is comprised of some of the top youth dancers and musicians in North America and the World.
Full Season • @CelticLegacyColorado on Youtube
*Loud Noise Notice - Bagpipes & Drums
World-class bagpipes, earthshaking drums, rockin' guitars, and a mile-a-minute banter only barely scratches the surface of this comedic group of Celtic Lads!
August 15 - September 6 • CirqueLaVie.net
*Loud Noise Notice - Possible Whip Cracking
Cirque La Vie's predictable unpredictability throws you into a whirlwind of jaw-dropping stunts, hilarious antics, and mind-bending surprises time after time. It's a circus spectacle so intense, so exhilarating, and so utterly unique, that missing it simply isn't an option. This is your chance to witness the crazy chaotic magic that is Cirque la vie—don't let it slip away.
August 22 - October 25 • Like @CosmoFFF on Facebook
Cosmo's Fables, Fantasies, and Fortunes! Improvisational storytelling at its funniest. With the audience's help, Cosmo will compose a new folktale on the spot! It might even make sense! Maybe. Plus, improvised songs and extremely silly fortunes. Also, him in the streets and he'll be glad to share some zodiacal fun.
Halloween Days & Spooky Knights III (October 24 & 25) Only • Like @CydeShowCy on Facebook
A man of skill, a man of danger, and some would say…a complete lunatic. Cy is a master of the blade. Witness him swallow a whole armory of swords of different shapes and sizes, plus stunts rarely ever seen live! No two shows are the same. With variety, audience participation and comedy. Cy will leave you thrilled and entertained, bursting with laughter and talking about it after.
Full Season
Demetrius can be found performing throughout the Shire (both solo and with friends), as well as with all the Musicians of the Realm for Opening Cannon at the front gate, and the Pub Sing at the end of the Faire day!
September 12 - October 25 • Like DoraViellette on Facebook
Raise a glass and join Dora Viellette for a tipsy journey through the ages. Armed with her trusty hurdy gurdy and an impressive grasp of historical tunes and the (sometimes sassy) history that goes with them she will give you musical mayhem, booze soaked stories, and a show that will leave you laughing, learning, and wanting more!
Full Season • Like Edged Feather Experiences on Facebook
Edged Feather Experiences is owned and operated by master class falconer and wildlife educator, Crystal "Cryss" Stacey. Watch these magnificent birds fly through the skies while they demonstrate their natural abilities and aptitude for the ancient sport of falconry. Meet different birds at each performance and get an up-close experience of a lifetime!
Full Season
Join this fine fiddler for some jaunty Renaissance, Celtic, and Scottish tunes. You can't miss her sparkling skirts and merry melodies as she fiddles her way through the Shire. Beware: you won't be able to stop your toes from tapping or hands from clapping!
Oktoberfest Weekend (September 26 & 27) Only • GalenaBrass.com
The Galena Brass epitomizes "Versatility in Brass." Festivals, Concerts, Private Parties, Parades, Christmas events and Oktoberfest celebrations are just some of the venues you will see the Galena Brass performing at throughout Pennsylvania and New Jersey! Performing as a quartet, their performances are always about engaging their audiences and having FUN!
October 3 - October 25 • DangerJugglingShow.com
Featuring perilous stunts and outrageous silliness, this unhinged comedy show is more fun than you can shake a baby at!
Full Season • HobTheTroll.com
Hob began his reign of silly as part of the resident cast at the Michigan Renaissance Festival. Mixing comedy, music, improv, and a flare for the dramatics, he branched out to [mostly planned] appearances at other Renaissance festivals, libraries, vaudeville, and variety shows to critical acclaim.
August 15 - September 27 • MaryGraceAutumn.com
Lady Grace Note will be gracing her presence at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire this season on the hammered dulcimer. She will be performing her favorite traditional Celtic and Renaissance tunes around the shire. She is an award-winning hammered dulcimer player, and is a member of the band, Seasons. To learn more about her music, you can follow her on Instagram and visit her website.
August 15 - August 30 & October 3 - October 11 • Like LinweBellyDance on Facebook
Sultry veil and scintillating swords! Linwe is a Pennsylvania based belly dancer with a background in fusion and cabaret styles. With dramatic swords, dancing flames, and a side of sass, she will delight all ages.
August 15 - September 6 • Like The London Broil Show on Facebook
The perfect juggling show blend; the kind of show that is visually fascinating with some real good stupid giggling—proving that you can be family-friendly and hip at the same time.
August 15 - August 23 • Like @NotYourTypicalJugglingNerd on Instagram
Comedy, juggling, sword swallowing, and mayhem at its finest! The Lord of the Sword — known throughout as the boldest, knife juggler and sword swallower, in the land…just so happens to be out for the day. But don't worry. His trusty fool will do anything to keep the show going, and save his Lord's reputation. Will he charm the townsfolk (that's you) and keep the Lord's show (and reputation) alive — or will surprises be afoot? Internationally renowned juggler, Jacob D'Eustachio is excited to bring his world class juggling to you — but this time with a story driven twist!
Full Season • Like JustAnotherCello on Facebook
Her Majesty's Cellist can be found throughout the Shire playing a variety of music.
Fairies & Fantasy (August 15 & 16) Only • TimAndMaggie.net
Magnus & Maggie bring you a musical timescape from their travels in the North Sea Isles and Western Europe (and lives of established musical academia) along with an arsenal of historic instruments and preposterous tales in the tradition of the jongleurs and goliards of yore.
August 30 - October 25 • Like Unicorn Hugs on Facebook
Unicorn Hugs creates magic nationwide providing unicorns at festivals and special events. Featuring unicorn handler, Brittany Beard and her performing miniature horse unicorns. Not only are the miniature horses of Unicorn Hugs specially trained therapy horses that go inside children's hospitals nationwide and work hand in hand with Give Kids the World/the Make a Wish foundation, but they are also show horses that love being in the spotlight and have a special temperament for being around kids and adults alike. Experiencing the wonder and getting a photo with these mythical creatures will surely be a memory that you will never forget!
Full Season • RadTrumpet.com
Mirandola Fanfare Trumpets is a Herald trumpet ensemble led by Rob Diener. This group was founded in 1992 by Kevin Rosenbury. The group has performed at Renaissance Fairs and special events all over the country including, a performance withThe Philly Pops Orchestra for the grand oepning of the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, the Ohio Derby, and the Pocono 500 and Pennsylvania 500 Nascar races. 2025 marks the groups 35th year performing at The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
October 17 - October 25 • Like Mornyng Knight on Instagram
Silly stunts! Scary stunts! Fire eating! Fire swords! Non-Fire Swords! Romance! Disguises! Betrayal! …Puppets!?
Mornyng is an outlawed knight who defies convention — a comedic force, weaving humor through each daring stunt. With each blazing strike of her Solo Swordfight, Mornyng Knight defeats the audience's shared fears, transforming the battle into a triumphant celebration of courage and self-discovery.
August 22 - October 25 • Like Nature of Mercy on Facebook
*Loud Noise Notice - Black Powder Pistol, Whip Cracking
Pirates, Whips and Swords, plus a message of honour in this action packed interactive show for all ages. Follow the adventures of the 'bad but beautiful' Duchess Francesca as she battles Captain Sir Richard Gryphon with swords and wit in this hilarious pirate comedy. Nature of Mercy features the Pyrat Kids Duelling School and gives children a chance to be on stage as heroes of the adventure.
Fairies & Fantasy (August 15 & 16) Only • NemetonCommunity.com
Welcome to the Nemeton — an age-old sanctuary of ceremony, celebration, and community, where every traveler is greeted as kin. Join Môrgan the Celt and Bella for an interactive experience with music and dance as the circle comes alive with laughter, lore, and song. Because in the Nemeton, every heartbeat keeps the ancient music alive, and every breath helps write the next verse of our living legend.
Full Season • Like Noble Cause on Facebook
Don't Miss Ultimate Joust! Every Public Faire Date at 6PM. Touring across the U. S., but with performing credits all over the world, Noble Cause Productions is a trained theatrical joust troupe. Skilled in lance passes, staged stunt combat, sword, shield, staff and multiple medieval weapons. Noble Cause has been featured on The Travel Channel and Animal Planet.
Viking Weekend (September 5 & 6) Only • NordanfolkBand.com
Norðanfólk weave together a rich musical tapestry of Nordic folk traditions, seamlessly blending driving rhythms, layered vocal harmonies, and an array of traditional instruments, including multiple talharpas, nyckelharpa, and hurdy-gurdy. With vocals exclusively in Norwegian, Icelandic, Karelian, and Old Norse, this Texas-based four-piece performs original works and beloved Nordic folk favorites that stir the blood and connect with the soul. Making their Pennsylvania debut this season, Norðanfólk invites festivalgoers to don their finest furs, gather their clans and kin, and raise horns in celebration of the music and culture of the PEOPLE OF THE NORTH! SKรL!
August 29 - September 27 • Follow @OffTheCuffShows on Instagram
Off the Cuff is an improv, hip-hop experience fused with the wit and Elizabethan English of the Renaissance. Harking to the days of public "poetry battles", Off the Cuff weaves freestyle rap and comedy into bardic inspiration; no two shows ever being the same. Come join this multitalented crew of adventurers as they expertly, and often ridiculously, take audience suggestions to create wacky, witty songs right on the spot!
September 5 - September 27 • Like Pinwheel Sideshow on Facebook
Pippsy the Clown displays her delightfully dangerous and disturbing comedy on stage for all to witness. She flirts with death by swallowing a sword and rounds things off by bringing milk and cookies. Pippsy is a performer you won't be able to unsee!
September 5 - October 25 • JenniferEComedy.com • Like Ploppy on Facebook
*Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children
After years of performing in the mud pit, Ploppy Ann Nardsquatter is coming back to the stage. Don't miss one of these risqué, adult comedy shows!
Ploppy. No mud. Still dirty.
August 15 & 16, 29 & 30 • PyratesRoyale.com
The Pyrates Royale are the "original singing pirate band" and will be celebrating their 39th year of making music together in 2026. We specialize in performing nautical folk songs with an original and comic flair. Many of our songs are sea chanties or sea songs, but we also perform other traditional tunes, drinking songs and ballads. We are excited to help PARF celebrate 46 years of merriment this year!
Full Seaon
Join Harper Lee and Rowan the Bowin' as they share sweet songs and rollicking tunes (and the occasional cover!) on the Celtic harp and cello. Be prepared to be regaled!
Fairies & Fantasy (August 15 & 16) Only • Follow @ReidiculousReid on Instagram
*Loud Noise Notice - Whip Cracking
Reidiculous Whip Show: a high energy whip cracking act combining knife juggling and jaw dropping balancing stunts all infused with quick wit and interactive humor that delights audiences of all ages.
August 15 - September 6 • Like Sea Tales & More on Facebook
Sea Tales & More returns this season. Captain Pearl Pollocks has lost her first mate at sea but that did not stop her from coming back to Mount Hope. She will enchant you telling tales or poetry from the sea and beyond with suggestions from you the audience. Pearl will be looking for a few mates to join her in the spotlight during these tales. The shire is Captain Pearl's oyster and you are the pearls that help make the shows come alive. Family friendly entertainment for all ages."
September 26 & 27, October 10 & 11 • Like ShipShapePirates on Facebook
Shiver me timbers, it's Ship Shape! Join us for a music and comedy show complete with side-splitting piratical jests and harmonies so tight that they'll make any landlubber a she shanties fanatic! Let this cook, swabber, and surgeon entertain you while they try to find their land legs — which might have gone down with the ship — and let the mayhem commence! Join Frankie, Swiss, and Mack for a shipload of fun!
August 15 - August 23
New this year! Sir Real, the Puppet Man brings big puppet spectacle to the lanes with a lively hobby horse, a beautiful venetian gondola, the famous "Baby" in a high chair and the exquisite giant Butterfly.
Time Travelers (October 3 & 4) Only • StarShanties.com
Star Shanties: Songs From a Galaxy Far, Far Away premiered at the 2022 Orlando International Fringe Theatre Festival. Inspired by the Star Wars universe, the theatrical production was written and directed by Arthur Rowan (book, music, and lyrics), and co-produced by Arthur Rowan and Ashley Willsey.
October 2 - October 25 (*Not performing October 17) • Learn More about Sylvan Farelight
Sylvan Farelight—the honestly dishonest trickster who almost always tells you before he lies and cheats. Join him at his scheduled shows where he cuts off his head for your enjoyment, and find him on the streets of the Shire where he bamboozles one and all with his game of pea and shells.
Shamrocks & Shenanigans (September 19 & 20) Only • SyrMusic.com
SYR ("sire") is redefining Celtic Rock by taking inspiration from Celtic history, stories, and myths, to create powerful contemporary songs with themes of battle, love, and victory. Their high-energy performance and foot-stomping style has become a welcome addition to festivals and events across the U.S. Front-man Kyle MacCallum founded SYR on the belief that the rich heritage of the Celtic Nations could be brought to life in a fresh musical style that appeals to all ages.
Viking Weekend (September 5 & 6) Only
Thunder Thorsson isn't going to raid the village—he's here to steal the show! This one-man storm of comedy and chaos will stop at nothing to win your laughter, your awe, and possibly your mead.
October 10 - October 18 • TinyGirlBigShow.com
Pushing the limits of capability, independence and charm, this original one-woman extravaganza is a rollercoaster ride of smarts, skill and sparkle. She be small, but she be mighty! She has toured the country performing at renaissance faires and performance venues for years!
October 3 - October 25
Enjoy a unique blend of medieval, Renaissance, Celtic, and Eastern European music with Trio Mondo. This world music trio brings vibrant melodies and spontaneous jams together for a rich and engaging musical experience.
August 15 - September 6
*PG-13, Viewer Discretion Advised - Get your knickers twisted and wash your worries away on the cheekiest laundry day you've ever experienced! Seasoned cabaret sensation, Trixie Little, goes elbow deep to prove that medieval chores are not a bore. Expect piles of puns and heavy absurdity. Also bad jokes, bubbles, puppets and questionable acrobatic feats performed in skivvies. It's not for kids but it's not NOT for kids. It is definitely FOR adults that will never grow up.
October 10 - October 25 • Like Two Bard Party on Facebook
The roving bards Rowan Thorne and Randal Piper have journeyed far to bring songs of fantasy, comedy, and adventure! With music ranging from the traditional to the inspirational to the downright ridiculous, Two Bard Party promises to give you a spring in your step, laughter in your heart, and advantage on all skill checks for the day!
So much shopping, so little time! Having over 100 unique merchants to visit during an already packed Faire day makes it difficult to see and do everything in one day. The independent merchants each operate their own business upon the Shire and look forward to bantering and bartering with Faire visitors. Demonstrations by many mnerchants show guests rarely seen art forms before their very eyes. Man-powered rides and guest services complete the festive Faire experience. Forgot something on a recent trip? Consider a one-hour shopping pass at the front gate to pick up that unforgettable item. Subject to change.
Interested in becoming a Faire merchant? Click here for more information!
Shire's Bookstore and Historical Library
Kilts and Clothing
Archery Demonstration and Hand-Made Longbows
Magical creatures and mossy trees. Prints, stickers, tapestries & more.
Unique Braids and Twists to Wear Around the Shire
Fresh Steak or Chicken Sandwiches
Handcrafted Wearables by Local Arists
Assorted Cigars & Accessories
Specializing in Victorian, Steampunk, Renaissance & Fantasy Goods/Clothing
Witchy Creations and Mystical Creations
Spinning Man-Powered Ride
Honey, Honey Accessories, Bee Decor
Upscale Precious Jewels and Pearls
Handcrafted Jewelry, Accessories, Fantastical Oddities & Upcycled Treasure
Assorted Candy Goods
Rings, Necklaces, Bracelets, and More
TBD
Fresh Cotton Candy
Wax Hands & Fantasy Decor
Specialty Teas and Tea-Related Gifts
Tarot Card Reading and More
TBD
Add a Little Swing to Your Shire Travels
Information Services & Official Merch
Assorted Flavored Jerky
Once reserved for the courts of kings, now a fun toy for all to enjoy.
Coin of the Realm
Antique Trunks, Maps, Shields & More
Hand-Crafted Walking Sticks; Magical and Mystical Wares
Hand-Made bellydance, renaissance, celtic, steampunk and viking style up cycled clothing
Assorted Pet Supplies & Goods
Jewelry and Unique Gifts
TBD
Funnel Cake, Peasant Bread, and Lemonade
All Things Piratical
Games & Rides
Premium Ice Cream, Milkshakes
Hand-Made Jewelry, Accessories & Ornamentation for Home
Silver Adornments
Celtic, Irish, Scottish Apparel & Goods
1800's Victorian Gothic Styles
Harry Potter & Mythical Beasts
Sway to and Fro on this Man Powered Ride
Beef, Chicken or Shrimp
Assorted Whistels
Take a Ride on the Wild Boar, If You Dare
Choose a Potion, Make a Keepsake
You Buy It, You Break It! Smash a Variety of Glassware
Alongside the full-run merchants, the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire welcomes a number of guest merchants. Subject to change.
Interested in becoming a guest merchant? Click here for more information!
Mysterious Goods for the Discerning Eye - Jewelry & Accessories with a Steampunk/Dark Fae Twist
Victorian & Edwardian Style Clothing
Creatrix of Unusual & Ethereal Jewelry. Made to Appease Your Inner Magickal Creature.
Staves & Wall Hangings
Resin & Crushed Granite Gargoyles, Metal & Resin Door Knockers
Stained Glass Creations Unlike Anything You've Seen Before
Upcycled Clothing, Block Printed Art, Aesthetic Home Goods, Accessories & Jewlery
Hand-Crafted Jewelry, Belt Buckles, Flower Hair Accessories, Block Prints
Nonprofit rescue and animal assisted therapy in Reading
Historically Inspired Jewelry & All Natural Beard/Hair Care Products
Entomology Terrarium Art, Digital Art Stickers, Thrifted Art Quirky Signage
One-of-a-Kind, Hand-Crafted Floral Bead Designs, Gemstone Jewelry & Unique Gifts
Custom & Unique Home Decor: Wreaths, Noodle Boards, Porch Leanders & More
Hand-Made Custom Gifts - From Wood Working to Wire Jewelry
Step back in time at the Shire, which is filled to the brim with immersive experiences! All information is subject to change.
Bringing the history of archery and its world-wide application to life. We demonstrate not only how English long bows and wood arrows are made, but how and why they were such effective tools and weapons of war. Enjoy two long range demonstrations on Bosworth Field at 11:30 & 5:00, two demos at the Archery Through the Ages booth at 1:00 & 4:00, and a Patron Competition beginning at 2:00!
Hand-forged, combat ready Renaissance blades perfect for edge-to-edge stage combat. On-site blacksmith performing live, public demonstrations of forging iron over a 2,500° Fahrenheit fire. The iron will glow, and the water will sizzle! Weaponry also be available for purchase. For more information about LaForge, visit LaForge.site. Live demonstrations each Faire day at 12:30, 2:00, 3:30 & 4:30.
Feline Cat Colony & Rescue Program
Working with a furnace that can reach 2,000 degrees, the Dragon's Breath Glassworks team creates beautiful and functional glass art right before your eyes. Stop by throughout the day for live demonstrations, or to purchase their affordable, hand-crafted wares. Like them on Facebook! Live demonstrations each Faire day at 11:30, 1:30 3:30 & 5:30.
Curious about Falconry? Come to "Meet the Falconer" where you will enjoy an up-close bird of prey experience with Crystal Stacey, the Royal Falconer. She will share some falconry basics, introduce you to some of her birds and answer your Falconry questions. It's a fun, educational experience for the whole family. 2:00 pm in the shade next to the Aviary.
Step right up, step right up, take a look at the one woman freakshow of Ironworks Pottery. Gaze in awe at wheel thrown pottery inspired by cult classics and alternative culture! Don't miss out on this opportunity to make your life a little weirder.
Demos are a glimpse at what happens behind the scenes of a working pottery. Feel free to ask questions while watching a variety of wheel thrown techniques. Ongoing beginning at 4:00 and 7:00.
Come watch Rabenwald Metalsmything's talented smiths forge and educate you about historical blacksmithing. Our multiple smiths are uniquely disciplined and bring their own techniques to their demonstrations. You never know what they will be working on next!
Scheduled demonstrations at 1:30, 4:00 & 5:30 and work throughout the day.

Stop by Informistress (located inside the King's Mint - Booth #204) to purchase your Commemorative Coin of the Realm with your Visa or Mastercard and use it at any shop on the Grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire; or keep it a souvenir of your visit!
All food booths, pourhouses and some merchants on the Shire are cash-only, which makes this a perfect way to turn your credit to cash and avoid missing out on your favorite foods and wares!
If purchase is less than the value of the Coin of the Realm, New Worlde tender will be given. Receipt needed for all returns.
Pre-purchase your pouch of coins and avoid the lines at the King's Mint. $50 coin package (includes 10 coins and 1 carrying pouch) and $100 coin package (includes 20 coins and 1 carrying pouch) are available.
Pick up available at the Informistress Booth inside the gates of the PA Renaissance Faire each Faire day. Shipping not available. Voucher must be scanned at the time of pick-up. Coin of the Realm included in this express package offer are non-refundable. Unused Coins are non-year specific and valid in future seasons. Packages are available via the Box Office.