Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire

Cheer on brave & noble knights from all across Europe as they vie for the favour of the Crown & Court! History springs to life with joust & battle performances, music of the times from world-renowned musical acts, improv comedy, non-stop entertainment and so much more! Take a step back in time and party like it’s 1578.

The Artisan Marketplace has trinkets and baubles for every purse size and taste! Unique jewelry, weaponry, leatherwork, clothing, shoes, toys, and more; hand-crafted items make a true shopper’s paradise.

Feast like Kings (and Queens) as you eat your way through Merriwick! Juicy turkey legs, delicious crepes, tasty meat pies, refreshing drinks, delectable pickles, and dozens of other delightful treats are available for your enjoyment!

2024 Weekend Themes:

Mystical Realms: A Fantastical Finale

As the final weekend of the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire unfolds, the Village of Merriwick transforms into the “Mystical Realms: A Fantastical Finale“. This weekend, the veil between worlds grows thin, inviting magical beings of every ilk to partake in a celebration of mythical proportions.

The air in Merriwick brims with ancient magic and mystical arts as we dedicate this weekend to the fantastical. Faeries fluttering about, mighty dragons soaring through the skies, wise wizards wielding arcane secrets, and a host of other wonderous creatures fill the lanes with an otherworldly glow.

Adorn thyself in the most whimsical of attires – sprout faerie or dragon wings, don a unicorn’s horn, or take inspiration from beloved fantasy tales, games, or the depths of your own vivid imagination. Whether you choose to embody a sprite, an elf, or a creature of your own creation, this is a weekend where imagination reigns supreme.

Join us in a world where the boundaries of reality blur, and the fantastical comes to life. “Mystical Realms: A Fantastical Finale” is a journey into the heart of fantasy, a place where tales of old are relived and new stories are born. As we close our 14th Season, let us come together in Merriwick to celebrate the magic and wonder that fills the air, in a finale that promises to be as unforgettable as it is magical.

Schedule of Performances:

Siren’s Cove:

10:15 AM: Robin Hood and Maid Marian Present!
11:00 AM: Broon
11:45 PM: Robin Hood and Maid Marian Present!
12:30 PM: Broon
1:15 PM: Robin Hood and Maid Marian Present!
2:00 PM: Lords of Adventure
2:45 PM: Broon
3:30 PM: Lords of Adventure
4:15 PM: Broon
5:00 PM: Lords of Adventure
5:45 PM: Clergy of Errors

Vorhaus Stage:

10:15 AM: Ses Carny: Double-Edged Daredevils
11:00 AM: The Tortuga Twins
11:45 PM: Jack Ze Whipper
12:30 PM: Ses Carny: Double-Edged Daredevils
1:15 PM: The Tortuga Twins
2:00 PM: Jack Ze Whipper
2:45 PM: The Tortuga Twins
3:30 PM: Jack Ze Whipper
4:15 PM: Ses Carny: Double Edged Daredevils
5:00 PM: The Tortuga Twins
5:45 PM: Jack Ze Whipper

The Auld Lyon:

10:15 AM: Manis O’Tool
11:00 AM: Supernova the Strongwoman
11:45 PM: Paolo Garbanzo
12:30 PM: The Lady Victoria
1:15 PM: Paolo Garbanzo
2:00 PM: Manis O’Tool
2:45 PM: Paolo Garbanzo
3:30 PM: Manis O’Tool
4:15 PM: Supernova the Strongwoman
5:00 PM: Paolo Garbanzo
5:45 PM: Supernova the Strongwoman

The Hammered Troll:

10:30 AM: The Sirens of Circe
11:00 AM: BOWI
11:30 PM: The Scuppermonkeys
12:00 PM: The Seadogs
12:30 PM: The Sirens of Circe
1:00 PM: BOWI
1:30 PM: The Scuppermonkeys
2:00 PM: The Seadogs
2:30 PM: The Sirens of Circe
3:00 PM: BOWI
3:30 PM: The Scuppermonkeys
4:00 PM: Robin’s Risque Revels
4:45 PM: The Sirens of Circe
5:30 PM: The Scuppermonkeys
6:15 PM: Final Revels in Song

Oakwood Puppet Pavilion:

11:00 AM: The Tinker-Tailors
12:00 PM: Piccolo Puppet Players
1:00 PM: The Tinker-Tailors
2:00 PM: Piccolo Puppet Players
3:00 PM: The Tinker-Tailors
4:00 PM: Piccolo Puppet Players
5:00 PM: The Tinker-Tailors

The Ember Rose:

10:15 AM: Baksana
11:00 AM: The Lady Victoria
11:45 AM: Clergy of Errors
12:30 PM: Baksana
1:15 PM: Clergy of Errors
2:00 PM: The Lady Victoria
3:00 PM: Baksana
3:45 PM: Clergy of Errors
4:45 PM: Baksana
5:45 PM: The Lady Victoria

The Royal Arena:

10:30 AM: Raptor Events
11:00 AM: Tournament & Games: Part I
12:00 PM: Equestrian Chaos
1:00 PM: Tournament & Games: Part II
2:00 PM: Raptor Events
3:00 PM: Equestrian Chaos
4:00 PM: Raptor Events
5:00 PM: Final Joust & Combat
6:00 PM: Equestrian Chaos

The Queen’s Pavillion:

3:00 PM: The Queen’s Knighting Ceremony

The Swedish Court:

12:00 PM: Tea Party with Princess Cecelia (Tea-Party Ticket Required. Online purchase only through Eventbrite.)

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