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*All event information is subject to change. Please continue to check back, or like us on Facebook @PaRenFaire for updates.

Date, Times & Location

Dates: Saturdays & Sundays • August 19 - October 29, 2023
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

Date Specific Tickets

Tickets can be purchase online on the Virtual Box Office.

Ticket Pricing for August 19 - October 1
General Admission: $32.95
Children (5-11): $16.95
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required

Ticket Pricing for October 7 - October 29:
General Admission: $36.95
Children (5-11): $18.95
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required

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.

Sunset Admission

After 4PM Sunset Ticket Pricing for August 19 - October 1
General Admission: $19.95
Children (5-11): $7.95
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required

After 4PM Sunset Ticket Pricing for October 7 - October 29:
General Admission: $23.95
Children (5-11): $9.95
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required

Enjoy the sunset hours of Royal Revels from the Tournament of Arms to the Ultimate Joust ending with the Finale Pub Sing and over 20 other performances scheduled during this 4-hour part of the Faire day. 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 3:30PM 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 2023 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.

Faire Subscriptions

Subscriptions can be purchase online on the Virtual Box Office.

Full Season Faire Subscription (Covers All 22 Public Dates)
General Admission: $180.00
Children (5-11): $60.00
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Includes 1 Ticket Per Subscription for Each of the 22 Faire Dates

10 Day Faire Flex Pass (Covers Any 10 Public Dates)
General Admission: $120.00
Children (5-11): $45.00
Children 4 and Under Free, No Ticket Required
Includes 1 Ticket Per Subscription for Any 10 Faire Dates

Patrons who purchase a Faire Subscription receive a Subscription Code they will use to obtain date-specific tickets for the 2023 Faire season through the online Box Office. Adult subscription codes will only access adult Faire reservation tickets. Child subscription codes will only access child Faire reservation tickets.Subscriptions and their associated tickets are valid only for use by the subscription holder and individuals associated with the original subscription.
Tickets obtained using a Subscription Code are not to be sold or gifted to an individual not associated with the original Subscription purchase. If this policy is broken, the subscription and associated tickets will be deactivated without refund.
It is the responsibility of the subscription purchaser to keep their subscription code and use it as set forth above. Date-specific tickets must be presented at the gate as a printed copy or on a mobile device with an ID to enter the Fairegrounds.
To purchase, please visit the Virtual Box Office, then click on "subscriptions" in the upper navigation.

Ticket Exchange Policy

  • Tickets are non-refundable.
  • Following the World Health Organization's declaration on May 5 to the end the COVID global health emergency and the Public Health Emergency (PHE) expiring on May 11, 2023, the ticket no-refunds policy is being upheld in cases of positive Covid testing. Tickets may be exchanged per the Ticket Exchange Policy if applicable.
  • Exchange Requests must be made via the online Box Office Help Request or email to BxOffice@PaRenFaire.com. The order number and new date must be provided at the time of request.
  • Exchange Requests will be reviewed during Box Office hours, Mon-Fri, 9AM-4PM.
  • Tickets for August and September dates cannot be exchanged for October dates. Peak season rates begin October 7. The final weekend for early season ticket exchanges is September 30/October 1. Aug/Sept/Oct 1 tickets will not be "upgraded" to peak season tickets (October 7-29) by paying the difference in ticket prices.
  • Exchanges cannot be made into a sold-out performance day.
  • Exchange Requests will not be honored after the date appearing on the tickets.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to another.
  • Tickets are void after the date appearing on the ticket. Unused, expired tickets are void.
  • Exchanges will not be made from one Mount Hope event to another.
  • Outdoor Events at Mount Hope are rain or shine events. Exchanges will not be made due to weather.
  • Tickets obtained with a Faire Subscription are subject to all Ticket Exchange Policies.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to a future year. Unused expired tickets are null and void.
  • Complimentary Tickets cannot be exchanged.
  • Approved Exchange Requests will be processed and an email confirmation with new ticket links sent to the associated box office account email.

Carding Policy

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.

Weekly Photo Contest

Weekly photo content posts will be announced on the Faire Facebook's Page. Submit your photo to the Weekly Photo Contest (one per person) by email to RoyalSpk@PaRenFaire.com with Subject Line: Photo Contest. Winners will be announced on Facebook. Click here for rules and prizes.

Our Dog Friendly Faire

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.

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE

Ticket prices are listed in the Dates, Times & Tickets section above, as well as on the Virtual Box Office.

Purchase Your Tickets Today!

Entertainment at 2023 PRF

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, magic acts and comical mud beggars 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 2023 season! All entertainment is subject to change.

2023 Scenario

The Shire of Mount Hope is crackling with excitement in anticipation of Queen Elizabeth's annual visit. This year is especially important because the Queen has chosen Mount Hope to be the location for her Royal Birthday Celebration! She is traveling with an entourage of her favorite courtiers, and such a special guest list requires special preparations. The best food, the best drinks, the most opulent revelry! Even though this party is most definitely not a surprise, the unexpected still waits around every corner for the Queen. The question on everyone's mind: what do you get for the Queen who has everything?


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2023 Revels Schedules & Shire Map

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.

NOW AVAILABLE
#1 • Fairies & Fantasy (August 19 & 20) Daily Writ
#2 • Pyrate Invasion (August 26 & 27) Daily Writ
#3 • Heroes & Villains (September 2 & 3) Daily Writ
#4 • Viking Weekend (September 9 & 10) Daily Writ
THIS WEEKEND: #5 • Wizarding Weekend (September 16 & 17) Daily Writ
#6 • Shamrocks & Shenanigans (September 23 & 24) Daily Writ
#7 • Oktoberfest (September 30 & October 1): Daily Writ
#8 • Time Travelers (October 7 & 8): Daily Writ

COMING SOON
Follow us on Facebook @PaRenFaire or join the Royal Email List to be the first to know about Daily Writ postings.

#9 • Halloween Days & Spooky Knights I (October 14 & 15): Daily Writ Coming Soon
#10 • Halloween Days & Spooky Knights II (October 21 & 22): Daily Writ Coming Soon
#11 • Halloween Days & Spooky Knights III (October 28 & 29): Daily Writ Coming Soon

2023 Cast of Characters

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.

Israel Acosta

Basil Forsythe
Israel Acosta

Yeoman • Basil has a lot to learn about being a Yeoman but is earnest of heart and always honest…even if it gets him in trouble.

Alexis Amarante

Micaela Monvoisin
Alexis Amarante

Queen of Thieves • Queen of all Thieves, Ne'er-do-wells, cutpurses and cutthroats, and the Isle of Jersey somehow. Her presence is Queen Elizabeth's present. No returns.

Isaac William Anderson

Apollo Hurste
Isaac William Anderson

Hunter • If you're not the hunter, you're the hunted. Apollo's the hunter. He just wanted to make sure you knew that.

Camille Bechac

Sybil Hopgrove
Camille Bechac

Mountebank • Sybil could sell a barber their own mustache from under their nose!

Jordan Bell

Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald
Jordan Bell

Countess of Lincoln, Best Friend of the Queen • The Lady Admiral and closest companion of Queen Elizabeth since childhood.

Benny Benamati

Farba Froman
Benny Benamati

Colorman / Vendicolore • Farba was never reallly interested in what went into the family business, but what fell out of it ignited a true passion for making pigments. So. Many. Pretty colors.

David Bereznak

Jonathan Rathbone
David Bereznak

Barber Surgeon • Everyone must show their good side during the Queen's visit and to help the matter, Rathbone is offering a half off sale on haircuts and shaves. Come back Tuesday to get the other half cut off. Amputations however are a different matter. Not wanting to see anything go to waste, all amputated limbs will be saved for reassembly later.

Pasqualino Borriello

Joseph Josephson
Pasqualino Borriello

Apprentice Carpenter • The apprentice has become the master! Mostly because the latter is lost. Behind a wall, or under a floor, or in a rafter. He'll turn up eventually, until then, Joseph will do what needs to be done.

Noah Brown

Crispin Bardlowe
Noah Brown

Troubadour • Capable of walking and singing at the same time! Isn't he trubADORABLE?

Katherine Campbell Rossi

Elizabeth Throckmorton, Lady of the Privy Chamber (u/s: Queen Elizabeth)
Katherine Campbell Rossi

Lady-In-Waiting • A close confidante of the Queen and a Lady of the Privy Chamber, Bess Throckmorton is here to have a good time and make sure Elizabeth celebrates in style. She knows there is nothing like a good Mount Hope party!

Madison Caudullo

Francis Walsingham
Madison Caudullo

Royal Spymaster • The Secretary of State and knower of all secrets. Yes, even that one.

Tyler Collins

Bartholemew "Bobby" Bobbs
Tyler Collins

Professional Henchman • Not just a henchman, a Professional Henchman™!

Katrina Cook

Millie Cloche
Katrina Cook

Milliner • A woman who wore many hats before making many hats. She will find the right headware for you, no matter ho long it takes.

Christina Coulter

Adrienne Angelique du Darcel
Christina Coulter

Merchant Guild Leader - Madame • Madame of what, you may ask? We'll tell you when you're older.

Brendan Courduff

Sir Christopher Hatton, Gentleman of the Privy Chamber
Brendan Courduff

Lord • A gentleman never tells. Sir Hatton keeps his thoughts close to his vest. He has the trust of the queen and her ladies, but do they have his?

Tyler Cramer

Randall Follywolle
Tyler Cramer

Sailor • Follywolle's his name and sailing is his game. And singing. And carousing. And really anything other than what he's supposed to be doing.

Jake Dailey

Ashfield Musgrave
Jake Dailey

Accountant • Somehow the shire trusts it's money to the person with a known gambling problem. But I'm sure your money will be fine. You can definitely trust him…

Ash DeVoe

Elizabeth Cooke, Lady Russell (u/s: Orville Foxglove/ Thessaly Hawkshire)
Ash DeVoe

Lady-In-Waiting • Lady Russell is known for her skill in poetry and in music, but the Queen's inner circle also know her wicked sense of humor. She may have a jest or two for you, but she might ask you for one in return.

Robin Fertitta

Astra Cripslocke
Robin Fertitta

Cartographer • From O'malley's Alley to the Swashbuckler Grove, Astra knows where everything is. Or was the last time she drew the map. Where did that Absinthe Garden come from?

Angel Fisher

Margaret Wotsnead
Angel Fisher

Fence • Need it? She's got it. Got it and want to get rid of it? She'll take it. Got it and want to keep it? Better not let her see it!

Will Frank

Rubin Lapideri
Will Frank

Jeweler • As bright as gold. As radiant as a diamond! There is no price he won't charge to see someone in his bespoke pieces.

Amber Freeman

Primrose "Prim" Post
Amber Freeman

Etiquette Mistress • Prim knows right from wrong and how to accomplish both with style She's also not afraid to share that knowlwdge with any one who will listen and most that won't.

Elisia Freeman

Babette "Babs" Hoffden
Elisia Freeman

Scullery Wench • Known affectionately as The Iron Scrub. If she had her way nothing would ever be dity. Even if thst means people dont get to eat.

Kathleen Fritz

Nora Foyle
Kathleen Fritz

Artist • She sees the beauty in everything and wants to share her unique perspective on it before Slick shows her unique perspective…

Kenya Garner

Frances Howard
Kenya Garner

Lady-In-Waiting • On her first progress with the Queen, Lady Frances is keen to enjoy herself. She hopes to explore the shire and its wonders, if she can just get out from under her mother's watchful eye.

Bryan Gentzyel

Al Jenkins
Bryan Gentzyel

Forger • What he may lack in originality, he more than makes up for in his abilirty to perfectly reproduce paintings for profit!

Corey Graff

Harry Highax
Corey Graff

Game Master/Gambler • There isn't a game that's been invented that he hasn't lost. Which is why he's taken to inventing his own. He'll bet you he'll win this one, naturally. It's critical.

Brittney Griffin

Dahlia Lennox
Brittney Griffin

Gardener • She knows all of the plants by name and will even introduce you provided you will be nice to them and her…

Steve Hager

Rip Skellington
Steve Hager

Grave Digger • What other person can claim a 100% customer satisfaction rate.

Delaney Hagy

Beatie Balfour
Delaney Hagy

Blacksmith • The muscle of the Balfour sisters, just don't tell Besetta that.

Jonathan Handley

Caol Kitt
Jonathan Handley

Cat Burglar • Sleek. Sneaky. Sneezy (He's allergic to cats).

Jilly Harris

Catherine Howard, Countess of Nottingham
Jilly Harris

Lady-In-Waiting • As the Queen's cousin and confidant, Catherine is no stranger to the challenges of Court life. She wants to make sure everything is perfect for the celebration and plans on enlisting her daughter's help—if she can just find where she went to this time.

Pete Hedberg

Sherriff Hank Woodson
Pete Hedberg

Civics Guild Leader - Sherriff • Who do you call when someone's poisoned the water hole? He'll help as soon as he gets that snake out of his boot.

Dom Hernandez

Sir Raphael Serrano
Dom Hernandez

Elite Yeoman Guard • Dashing and Daring, Courageous and Caring. And cute as a button.

Jackie Holzel

Fidelity Hochzeit
Jackie Holzel

Matchmaker • Like a spider who feeds on love, she watches and waits for unwiting lovers to get stuck in her web so she can spin another happily ever. There is no one, absolutely no one that she can not find a suitable partner for.

Joshua Jacoby

Louis Sey
Joshua Jacoby

Street Sweeper • A sworn enemy of dirt. There isn't a part of the shire or it's goings on that he doesn't know something about.

Naandi Jamison

Willow deWorde
Naandi Jamison

Crafts Guild Leader - Printer • If Willow puts it in print, it's the truth! Better stay on her good side…

Bradley Keller

Bartholomew (Barry) Mint
Bradley Keller

Yeoman • No one will stop Bartholomew from his duty. No one. Above all else being a protector is his #1 objective.

Andrew Leubecker

Diarmuid (Slappy) Walsh
Andrew Leubecker

Butcher • With a love of sharp things and a devil may care way of handling such objects, was there a better calling for him? Subscribes to a function over form method of butchery.

Matthew Levy

Edward "Eobard The Brown" Brown
Matthew Levy

Town Watch-Wizard • We used to have a town watch, but now we just have this wizard. EOBARD THE BROWN!

Graham Luker

Artie Fixer
Graham Luker

Town Tinker • Yes. He's back. You're welcome.

Giavanna Mariano

Violet St. Claire
Giavanna Mariano

Chronicler • Extra! Extra! Hear all about it! No, we didn't say "read". St. Claire's gossip can get around the shire before the truth gets it's boots on.

Sean McCurdy

Corey Anders
Sean McCurdy

Squire to the Yeomen • To Corey, he's already become leader of the Yeoman guard and let him tell it, he's why the Queen is safe. Just don't ask anyone else.

Fiona Moser

Mary Radcliffe, Lady of the Bedchamber and Keeper of the Queen's Jewels (u/s: Elizabeth Fitzgerald/ Frances Walsingham)
Fiona Moser

Lady-In-Waiting • Lady Mary has taken on a lot of responsibility in the Queen's court. She's ready to let her hair down and enjoy a celebration (or two or three).

Audrey Ney

Thessaly Gladstone Hawkshire
Audrey Ney

Bexhill-By-The Sea's Master of Revels • Of the Bexhill by the Sea Hawkshires. Better than Mount Hope in every way. Just ask her.

Devin Palmieri

Lee Coxscomb
Devin Palmieri

Shire Kennel Mistress • As the saying goes, Everything That Lee ever neded to know, she learned from dogs. Our 4 legged friends just make more sense than people.

Cole Paker

Orville Foxglove
Cole Parker

Mount Hope's Master of Revels • Yes. He's back. We're sorry.

Joe Penn

Sir Leonard Caraway
Joe Penn

Captain of the Yeoman Guard • The Queen's most trusted protector and mentor to the other Yeomen.

Tay Porter

Danny "Dash" Reddner
Tay Porter

Smuggler • Fastest smugler this side of Surrey—they'll even give you a head start!

Debi Prestine

Francine Swindling
Debi Prestine

Alderman • Francine always has to fight the nature of her own last name. How can she be Swindling you if she told you beforehand? The most honestly dishonest person the shire knows.

Collin Purcell

Silvester Grapefoot
Collin Purcell

Vintner • The best part of being a vintner is always having wine on hand. Or…on foot?

Eileen Quinn

Edwinna Edgeton
Eileen Quinn

Vegetable Monger • Future Merchant Guild Leader Edwinna needs you to know that your entire life would be improved if you had more vegetables and not just any, hers.

Richie Richardson

Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford
Richie Richardson

Lord • While Lord Edward is excited to be on progress with the Queen, he's even more excited at the prospect of meeting the great playwright, William Shakespeare. He may have an idea or two to share with the bard.

James Riley

Captain Adam Cringer, Retired
James Riley

Retired Yeoman/Farmer • Captain Cringer has hung up his halberd after years of faithful service to the Crown. But never fear, that just means he has more time to tell tales of his derring do to inspire the next generation of yeoman guards.

Georgia Rinker

Danielle Trooper
Georgia Rinker

Executioner • An executioner is frightening but Danielle Trooper wants to change all of that and show a executioner can be all sorts of things…and frightening.

Deandrah Rodriguez

Saoirse Talle
Deandrah Rodriguez

Travelling Storyteller • If you need a story, Saoirse has one for you. If you do not need a story, sorry, Saoirse still has one for you.

Jake Rouse

Willem "Mac" MacQuarie
Jake Rouse

Miner • The voice of a canary. If he's not singing, something's wrong!

Carly Ruchalski

Anne Vavasour, Mistress of Oxford
Carly Ruchalski

Maid of Honor • This maid of honor to the Queen is a songbird with a bit of a mischevious streak. Don't turn your back on her for too long, you don't know what she has planned next!

Thomas Russell

Sir Michael Mace
Thomas Russell

Elite Yeoman Guard • Excellence is his goal, and Greatness is his future.

Josh Salinger

Robert Devereux, 2nd Earl of Essex
Josh Salinger

Lord • The reason everyone loves a fine "Essex calf", Lord Devereux knows the finer points of court life and is always glad to share his knowledge, a bit of song, and a tankard of ale.

Jakob Santos

Kirk Paulson
Jakob Santos

Woodsman • Being a Woodsman you get a lot of time to yourself to think all kinds of thoughts and Kirk is never short of thoughts deep and outlandish.

Dan Schindlar

Remington Hartlocke
Dan Schindlar

Master of Sword • Daring adventure, tales of bravado, the most accomplished sword master in all the land! As long as no one fact-checks him.

Jules Schrader

Queen Elizabeth I
Jules Schrader

Queen of England • Queen of all England, Wales, and France, Defender of the Faith, Lord of Ireland and the Colony of Virginia in the New World. Oh…and it's her Birthday!

Randy Schulz

Philip Howler
Randy Schulz

Postmaster • Howler will deliever your message by any means. Whether he has to trek the entire shire to hand someone a paper or rewrite a message from memory in the dirt with his finger he will deliver.

Bella Serrano

Jane Cappenbell
Bella Serrano

Jester-in-Training • Jane is determined to become a full fledged jester by the end of this progress, so she takes her training as a jester very seriously. Being funny is no laughing matter!

Bryan Smith

Michael J "Micky" Robinson
Bryan Smith

Toymaker • Robinson can take wood and turn it into anything that you may need from a chair to a toy. He wants to use his art to create the things of people's dreams.

Jessie Smith

Piper Fullmettle
Jessie Smith

Town Crier • Piper comes from a line of Town Criers so she's familiar with what it takes. Does she want to spend her entire life crying or will she pursue larger ambitions?

Mary Smith

Betty Hines
Mary Smith

Baker • Betty loves to Bake. Betty will let you know she loves to bake. Betty will teach you how to bake. If you don't enjoy the art of baking—she will take you under her wing until you do.

Alex Stompoly

The Lady Lilith Rose
Alex Stompoly

Shakespeare's Premier Female Illusionist • First in her name, Mother of Draglings, Breaker of Gendernorms.

Emily Sturges

Besseta Balfour
Emily Sturges

Highwaywoman • The brains of the Balfour sisters. You can tell Beatie, it'll probably go over her head.

Valentine Swonger

Vincent Paraffin
Valentine Swonger

Candlemaker • Candles are the only lights in the dark of night. Vincent knows how precious candles are to owners. They serve as little stars down on Earth and Vincent is the creator.

Jordan Taft

Elinor King
Jordan Taft

Hart Inkeeper • They say "Head over Heart", but not in Elinor's case!

Grace Taylor

Cassie Carnegie
Grace Taylor

Thieves Guild Leader - Conwoman • Puts the Organized in Organized Crime.

Robyn Thompson

Odette LeDance
Robyn Thompson

Shire Dance Mistress • Odette wants to be free and show people how to become free through moving their bodies, just get her name right or else.

Victoria Thompson

Evie Vincent
Victoria Thompson

Brewer • Being a Brewer is one of the most important things you can be at Mount Hope shire and knowing that, it's surprising how carefree Evie is all of the time.

Sandi Trait

Tandy Hyde
Sandi Trait

Leatherworker • Tandy works leather for a living so having tough skin is something that comes second nature.

Kristin Truccano

Strix Owlglass
Kristin Truccano

Alchemist/Apothecary • Aching tooth? Sore belly? Strix has a cure for what ails you. And if the cure is worse than the sickness? She's got something for that, too.

David Visconti

Beau Ambrose Halston
David Visconti

Tailor • Every shire needs a good tailor. Mount Hope deserves a fabulous tailor and Beau fits the bill!

Rachel Walker

Alexandria Slate
Rachel Walker

Stone Mason • Did you know that shapes already live in the stone? Alexandria knows. And she knows she is the artist who can uncover those shapes. From a circle to a rectangle—she's even found a triangle—she uncovers them all!

Jeff Wasileski

John Dee, Court Astronomer and Advisor to the Queen
Jeff Wasileski

Lord • Who knows what the future holds? John Dee knows. He knows that and a million other things he's ready to share with the queen. And the court. And the shire. And the next shire over.

Nick Wasileski

Oliwir Kwiatkowski
Nick Wasileski

Florist • A gentile giant, but if you cross him you'll have a boquet of whoopsie-daisies.

2023 Entertainment Team

Directorial Staff

Barbara Geary
Producing Artistic Director

Alex Stompoly
Company Manager, Writer/Director "Taming of the Shrews"

Jeff Wolfthal
Managing Director, Head Writer, Character & Improv Director

Alexis Amarante
Fight & Stunt Director, Writer/Director "Boar's Head Brawl"

Joe Penn
Blackfryar Director, Character & Improv Director, Plot Co-Writer, Director "Whose Jest Is It Anyway"

Katie Markey
Music Director, Writer/Director "Rogues", "Sirens", "Celtic Revelts"

Josh Kachnycz
Assistant Fight & Stunt Director, Writer/Director "English Wrestling"

Doug Wallace
Dramaturge

Directorial Staff Cont.

Jonathan C. Handley
Choreographer, Writer/Director "Trial & Dunke"

Dom Hernandez
Director "Off The Cuff…"

Mary Huff
Adapter/Director "Bloody Shakespeare"

Matthew Celly
Blackfryar Director

Dana Micciche
Assistant Blackfryar Director

Jules Schrader
Blackfryar Music Director

Ian Agnew
Language & Dialect Coach

Fight Captains/Armorers
Graham Luker, Thomas Russell

Assistant Music Directors
Jordan Bell, Madison Caudullo

Emily Sturges
Dance Captain

Production Staff

Carrie Emich-Wallace
Creative Director

Allie Shea DiBiase
Production Stage Manager

Erin Teaster
Props Supervisor

Production Shop Crew
Jess Noel C., Alix Walburn

Production/Faire Stage Managers
Natasha Dell, Dean Fine, George B. Hamilton

Weekend Faire Stage Managers
Sadie Bossons, Aurora Ulrich, Olivia (Ollie) Wampler, Jai Auzenne

Costume Shop

MaritaBeth Caruthers
Costume Director

T. Stacy Hicks
Costume Director

Costume Technicians
Jennifer Beach, Aster Brubaker, Anne Dwyer, Lisa Harris, Bradley Keller

Wardrobe Team
Jennifer Beach, David Connel, Emmaline Fitzgerald


Festival Photographers

Michael Ulrich
PhotographyByMU.com

Michael Adelson
LuriaVisuals.com

2023 Cast Shows

The Shire is bustling with many shows to keep you busy all weekend long! Please refer to each weekends Daily Writ for specific show schedules.



Queen's Court

A new Master of Revels has been appointed just in time for the largest festival The Shire of Mount Hope has seen yet! The people of the Shire have come out in droves to kick off Her Majesty's Royal Birthday Celebration, and the Queen has brought those courtiers most dear to her heart. Gifts abound, but so do surprises!

Tournament of Arms

A friendly challenge has been agreed to between Her Majesty and a special guest. This frivolous bit of sport meant to honor the Queen's natal day takes on new consequences that could impact every citizen of England, including The Queen herself.

Ultimate Joust

After the shocking conclusion of the Tournament of Arms, the people of Mount Hope and all of England await the Ultimate Joust. When it is over, who will remain standing? Will Justice prevail? Will trickery win out the day? Is there yet one more birthday surprise awaiting Queen Elizabeth? The love of the people may very well determine the victor.

Finale Pub Sing

Just because the day is drawing to a close doesn't mean the Queen's natal day festivities are over! Join Her Majesty, The Court, the villagers of Mount Hope, and the musicians of the Shire in a raucous final celebration!

Boar's Head Brawl

Everyone knows there's no fighting at the Boar's Head Inn, and the Inn's owner "Old Gibbs" is sure to hold everyone to that! But where is Old Gibbs today? Why have ten seemingly random members of both the court and the shire been summoned to the Inn this afternoon? The only thing we know for certain is that hijinks are bound to ensue when the stakes are this high! Come along to see this hilarious, fast-paced, stunt and combat who-dunnit. Can you figure it out first?

English Wrestling

Mt Hope is honored to once again host the EWW Tag-Team Championship match. Witness lifts, pins, and power moves as caped combatants enter the ring and grapple for the title of English Wrestling World champion!

Whose Jest Is It Anyway?

Whose Jest has been described in several ways: a laugh riot, a goofy mess, on the spot shenanigans. Come and find out how you would describe this improv show featuring some of the shire's liveliest characters. If you get there fast enough, they might even take your suggestion.

Trial and Dunke

That pesky thieves guild has been up to their old tricks again, and our Master of Revels intends to teach them all a valuable lesson. However, with the Master of Revels involved you can rest assured that this will be no ordinary trial! Two things are certain: justice shall be served, and someone will be dunked!

Disasterpiece Theater

To be on their best behavior, many members of the Thieves guild have turned to the next most dishonest activity they can engage in—acting! Join Orville Foxglove as he endeavors to direct this willful crew to produce some "brand new works" that may feel familiar to a modern audience. Each show runs for a limited engagement of 2 weeks, so don't miss any of these Disasterpieces!

The Rakish Rogues

Drinkers and carousers the likes of which you've never seen before! Anywhere the Rakish Rogues meet, as sure as a guitar will be produced, a rowdy time is sure to follow. They are a true musical Bromance for the ages!

The Sirens

Whether you're an inn keeper, a guild leader, or the Royal Spymaster, being in charge all day is hard! Sometimes you just need to kick back with your girls, put down a few drinks, and sing some raucous songs! Join the Sirens in letting your hair down and letting your irresponsible side out for a little while!

The Rogues & Sirens Combined Pub Show

What happens when the care-free and the overly responsible meet? The Rogues and Sirens will find out as they join forces for a combined pub show full of music and mischief! Will the Rogues clean up their act? Will the Sirens fully cut loose? Will the Hart Inn still be standing at the end? Sing along and find out!

The Celtic Revels

Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald hasn't stepped foot on the soil of Ireland since she was a wee lass, and some of the other Celtic citizens of Mount Hope want to help her feel at home and lift her spirits with the music of their people! Join them as they fill the shire with the sounds of Ireland, Wales, and Scotland! It will be Celtic fun for the whole family!

Music with Her Majesty

Queen Elizabeth loves music! Her best friend, Lady Elizabeth Fitzgerald and the Celtic Revels have teamed up with Mount Hope's Revels Guild to put together a musical birthday spectacular for Her Majesty! Who knows, maybe Her Majesty will grace us with a musical performance of her own if the mood strikes.

Taming of the Shrews

Ready, set, slay! England's favorite competition reality show is back! Join six new contestants as they attempt to snatch the crown! With shocking new rules and a new mind-blowing twist, who will stun the judges, who will steal the spotlight, and who has what it takes to become Shakespeare's Next Drag Superstar! Join The Lady Lilith Rose, Shakespeare's Premier Female Illusionist, for a new season of 'Taming of the Shrews'!

Bloody Shakespeare

Bloody Shakespeare is back with Shakespeare's most violent work: Titus Andronicus. This comedic retelling will include over the top blood effects, gore, and other gross bodily functions. It may not be for the squeamish, but you can trust that it'll be a bloody good time!

Off the Cuff ft. The Queen's Guard and Friends

"Off The Cuff" is Mount Hopes brand new show full of high energy improv and musical talent. Come watch this merry group sing, flyt and improv their way through your suggestions!

Tea Time

It's them, hi, they're the problem it's them. And everybody agrees! They are fierce, funny, and forming an opinion. Join three of the shires most salacious individuals as they spill the tea on any and everything. No one is safe and no topic off limits.

Peasant Dance

It's the Queen's Birthday, so it's important that everyone be well versed in the proper ways of cutting a rug Renaissance-style! Join the shire's Dance Mistress and a rather shifty artist as they teach you the ways of folk dancing across 3 songs.

Queen's Cavalry

Even on a festive day, the Queen is always searching for nipperkins willing to join her royal cavalry! A member of her Majesty's court has recruited the shire Game Master to prepare some games to test your children's aptitude, and if they succeed, they will be sworn in as members of the Queen's Cavalry!

Mount Hope Players Trunk Shows

In order to properly entertain all of Mount Hope's guests, the Master of Revels has seen that members of the Shire prepare entertainments fit for the whole family! Enjoy interactive storytelling perfect for anyone young, young at heart, or just tired and needing a place to sit and be entertained for a while! This year's Trunk Shows are: "St. George and the Dragon", "Dr. Faustus", and "Pyramus and Thisbee"!

Mount Hope Singers Music Groups

Everyone has a song to share on this glorious festival day! Come join some of Mount Hope's finest voices for some miraculous melodies that you'll be singing along to in no time!

Themed Weekend Trivia in the Pirate Ship

Every weekend, join our host for pub trivia that's themed to the weekend! Teams of no more than 4 can compete for nifty prizes, and to prove once and for all the true value of all that useless knowledge you've collected thanks to years of obsession and neuroses.

Disasterpiece
Boarshead Brawl
Queens Court
Ultimate Joust

2023 Faire Day Special Events

Special events below have limited spots and require an additional ticket (visit the Box Office to purchase).



Pub Crawl

Pub Crawl

Good Beer, Bad Jokes, and Great Stories Hosted by Abraham and Eva Froman, Sausage King and Queen of the Shire, William Shakespeare and Burbage.

Each Faire day the Pub Crawl leaves from the Informistress promptly at 4:45PM.
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. $25 Online Only. 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.

Beer and Food Tasting

Beer Tasting

Join Matthew Young, certified Cicerone, for a fun and educational look at Mount Hope Shire's favorite beverage, Swashbuckler Beer.

Faire day Beer Tastings will occur at the Pyrate Ship at 1:30PM (All Season) and 3:30PM (Sept 16-Oct 29 only).
Enjoy 5 samples as Matt guides you through the brewing process and the resulting characteristics of each craft beer. Guests will have the chance to see and smell the hops and grains used by Swashbuckler. Some tastings may include samples of Lancaster County Ciders, also produced at Mount Hope Estate. The Beer Tasting is for both for craft beer beginners and long-time enthusiasts.

Beer Tasting Includes: 5 samples (Swashbuckler Beer/Lancaster County Cider, Souvenir Tasting Glass, and informative presentation. $35 Online Only. 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 Beer Tasting. Both Faire Admission Tickets and Beer Tasting Tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match. Tickets are non-refundable. Tickets are available via the Box Office.

2023 Royal Performers

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.



Royal Performers: Aaron Bonk

Aaron Bonk: Fire Whips & Swords

October 14 - 29 • AaronBonk.com
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!

Royal Performers: Abraham Froman

Abraham Froman, Sausage King of the Shire

Full Season • Like the Sausage King & Queen on Facebook!
All hail the sausage king of the Shire of Mt. Hope! How good is his meat? Ask him as he wanders by on his sausage procession, he'll tell you it can't be beat!

Royal Performers: Adamo Ignis

Adamo Ignis

Sepember 30 - October 29 • AdamoIgnis.com
'Adamo Ignis' is latin for 'to fall in love with flame'. Exactly what you'll be doing when you see the hot stunts in this girl's show! The passion of dance, the danger of fire, and of course many other stunts and tricks will have you jumping out of your seat as she leaps into your heart! Adamo Ignis is one of very few solo female-fronted and run fire and danger shows making her a unique treat for any event.

Royal Performers: Albannach

Albannach

September 23 & 24 • AlbannachMusic.com
Albannach is Scots-Gaelic for "Scottish" or "Scotsman". That's exactly what we are. Our main purpose in life is to share our intriguing culture, history and heritage with you by means of our music. Albannach is not just another Scottish 'Pipes & Drums' band, our primal drumming and precise piping stirs the soul of anyone who hears them — young and old! With a champion piper, the unique sounds and talents of a didgeridoo player, and the tribal style bass drumming — our music isn't for the faint of heart! It's aggressive, like a Celtic punch to the face!

Royal Performers: Archery Through the Ages

Archery Through the Ages

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. Enjoy two Long range demonstrations at 11:30 & 5:30, at the new location by Bosworth Field.

Royal Performers: Argyle Douglas

Argyle Douglas

Full Season
Ambassador to England, one of Queen Mary's most trusted advisors, and an emissary for Scottish culture! Don't miss him in "Guts & Glory".

Royal Performers: Arthur Greenleaf Holmes

Arthur Greenleaf Holmes*

Full Season • ArthurGreenleafHolmes.com
Scandalous. Licentious. Madly impolitic…and riotously funny. England's preeminent Poet of the Slop-Pot is back, blending mellifluous language and hypnotic imagery with an utter disregard for decent society. Awarded a Top Ten Best Of 2022 by Theaterscene.org. "Like 75 minutes with the strangest literature professor at a small liberal arts college—the one whose classes always have huge waitlists." --Zachary Stewart, Chief Theater Critic, Theatermania *Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children

Royal Performers: Buckle and Swash

Buckle & Swash

August 19 - September 17 • BuckleAndSwash.com
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!

Royal Performers: Burbage and the Bard

Burbage & the Bard

Full Season• Like Burbage & The Bard on Facebook
The legendary playwright and his greatest actor are here, and there's nothing you can do about it! Bear witness to Shakespeare's lesser-known talent for song, and Burbage's greater-known talent for sizzle ('tis the pants). You're bound to learn a few things even The Histories can't teach you — Who were the first two Richards? How did Friar Lawrence always "know a guy?" WHY DOES EVERYONE SAY "DOTH?" Don't miss the chance to tell your English teacher that you heard Shakespeare say naughty words at Burbage and the Bard!

Royal Performers: Burly Minstrels

Burly Minstrels

August 19 - October 1 • 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!

Royal Performers: Celtic Legacy

Celtic Legacy

Full Season • @CelticLegacyColorado on Youtube
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!

Royal Performers: Chaste Treasure

Chaste Treasure

August 19 - September 3 • ChasteTreasure.com
Chaste Treasure's ladies bring a unique flair to sassy songs and modern parodies alike. Truly a "treasure," but questionably "chaste," their loose banter is comical while their tight harmonies mean business. From frolicking drinking songs to folk tunes to original parodies, Chaste Treasure has something for every music lover. As one of our fans so eloquently stated, "A badass group of a cappella comedienne feminists."

Royal Performers: Circus Siren

Circus Siren Pod

Full Season • CircusSirenPod.com
Recently featured in the Netflix show Merpeople. The Circus Siren Pod is a group of professional water artists that offer far more than your average mermaid show. We have mermaids, mermen, models, bubble artists and even a fire-breathing water sprite on staff. Based out of Mid-Atlantic region, Circus Siren Pod members have performed across the country and even internationally. From the beaches of Hawaii, to the Aquariums of New York, to the resorts of Jamaica, they bring a magical show to audiences of all ages.

Royal Performers: Cosmo's Fables

Cosmo's Fables, Fantasies & Fortunes

Full Season
Using the SCIENCE of Astrology, Cosmo gives out fortunes, advice, and wisdom According to Cosmo. Throw in improv stories, songs, and very unusual tarot readings, you have a fortune teller like no other.

Royal Performers: Delores Ann Penburthy

Delores Ann Penburthy, Lady Mayor

Full Season
Effervescent and vivacious, the Lady Mayor is sure to give Queen Elizabeth I the warm and generous welcome deserving of a ruler of England. Having earned the love of the townspeople, the Lady Mayor is honored to present to the Queen, the loyal and trustworthy villagers of Mount Hope. Join the Lady Mayor for a daily History Tour of the Shire. Gather at Informistress at noon for a most unusual history lesson.

Royal Performers: Demetrius

Demetrius the Minstrel

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!

Royal Performers: Don Juan and Esmeralda

Don Juan & Esmeralda

August 19 - September 24 • DonJuanAndMiguel.com
Join this father daughter duo for a laughter filled adventure while they show off their skills in sword fighting, knife throwing, and whip cracking!

Royal Performers: Dora Viellette

Dora Viellette

September 16 - October 29 • Like Dora Viellette on Facebook
Dora Viellette will take you through time with an intriguing array of music on the hurdy-gurdy. From classics of the Medieval and Renaissance to traditional Celtic and Folk favorites, her blend of sounds and songs will tempt your ears, make you want to stay for a spell, and leave you wanting to hear more.

Royal Performers: Edged Feather Experiencest

Edged Feather Experiences

Full Season • EdgedFeatherPhotos.Wixsite.com
Edged Feather Experiences is owned and operated by master class falconer and wildlife educator, Crystal "Cryss" Stacey. Crystal has been working with and training birds of prey for over a decade. During that time, she has performed over 1000+ educational programs in 9 states across the country. When not performing her educational programs, she works behind the scenes on films sets as an animal wrangler.

Royal Performers: Emprys Fleet

Emrys Fleet, Rat Catcher

September 16 - October 15 • 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 the 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!

Royal Performers: Erika the Harpist

Erika the Harpist

October 14 & 15• ErikaTheHarpist.com
Erika the Harpist's life-long passion for the Lever Harp has inspired her to study a wide array of styles from Western European medieval/renaissance dance tunes, to the traditional melodies of the Celtic lands, to modern-day soundtracks from period films, television and video game favorites. She offers performances that are both enchanting and poignant; her music will transport you to a time and realm that dances on the edge between history and fantasy.

Royal Performers: Erik the Viking

Erik the Everday Viking

September 9 & 10 • Like Erik the Everday Viking on Facebook
Erik Ormstunga Briansson, I portray a Dane from 950 AD to 1000 AD, I am a re-enactor and educator of Norse culture from that time. I am able to to talks on life style, tools, Nailbinding, luceting, and Norse spiritual ceremonies. I have traveled up and down the east coast of Vinland performing at various venues and museums. I have even performed for the Danish and Norwegian Ambassadors. Even being tested and passed with endorsement by the curator of the Danish museum at an event held at The Philadelphia Franklin Institute. This is my passion and my love it is a pleasure to share with you all.

Royal Performers: Eva Froman

Eva Froman, Sausage Queen of the Shire

Full Season • Like the Sausage King & Queen on Facebook!
Blessed with infinite patience, and a lithe mind to keep up with her husband. The Fromans are nouveau riche, and happy to flaunt it. Eva is the true brains of the operation. Her wurst is her best, and her husband is the best at being the worst.

Royal Performers: Galena Brass

The Galena Brass

September 30 - October 1 • 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! Whether they are performing as a roving quartet, or as a 14 piece marching brass band, their performances are always about engaging their audiences and having FUN!

Royal Performers: Harmless Danger Juggling Show

Harmless Danger Juggling Show

October 7 - 29 • DangerJugglingShow.com
Featuring perilous stunts and outrageous silliness, this unhinged comedy show is more fun than you can shake a baby at!

Royal Performers: Harpist Diane

Harpist Diane Kaydk

September 3 & October 7-8
Diane Kadyk is a Celtic harper who performs traditional music of Ireland, Scotland, and all Celtic countries. A musician since age 9, she plays a variety of instruments. While living and performing in Maine, she was introduced to the history and repertoire of the Celtic harp—it was love at first sight! Playing both traditional and double-strung harp for over 25 years, she has studied with such acclaimed teachers as Debra Friou, Grainne Hambly, Maeve Gilchrist, and William Jackson. Some of her favorite places to play harp include on moving trains, at Irish pubs and ceilidhs, and, of course, at PARF!

Royal Performers: Martha The Harper

Harpist Martha Gay

September 16 - October 1
Harpist Martha Gay is a founding member of the musical group Cantiga and the New World Renaissance Band. Martha's playing has delighted audiences for over twenty years.

Royal Performers: Hilby the Skinny German Juggle Boy

Hilby the Skinny German Juggle Boy

September 30 - October 1 • @HilbyTheSkinnyGermanJuggleBoy on Facebook & Instagram
German comedy, circus tricks and other impossible feats are standard fare for a Hilby show.

Royal Performers: Hob the Troll

Hob the Troll

August 26 - October 29 • 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.

Royal Performers: Jeremy Graeff

Jeremy Graeff

September 16 - October 29 • JeremyGraeffMusic.com
eremy Graeff will take you on a musical journey across the Atlantic and through time with a collection of magical melodies and bewitching ballads! Every show is an adventure!

Royal Performers: John Wickscombe

John Wickscombe

Full Season
Once a legendary bard, John Wickscombe settled down to lead a quiet life upon the Shire. After a man broke into his cottage, stole his prized carriage and killed his beloved muskrat, Bianca, that was a last gift from his wife, John now travels the countryside unleashing his vengeance—in the form of song.

Royal Performers: Lady Bess Hardwick

Lady Bess Hardwick

Full Season
If there is anything Lady Bess of Hardwick loves almost as much as serving Queen Elizabeth, it is a good birthday pary!

Royal Performers: Lady Grace Note

Lady Grace Note

August 19 - October 1 & 21-29
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.

Royal Performers: Lady Violeta

Lady Violeta

Full Season
Lady Violeta is excited to join the Royal Performers on fiddle this season at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. You can catch her playing around the faire grounds perched on stumps and boulders. Come out and visit to see Lady Violeta fiddle her way around the shire!

Royal Performers: Unicorn Productions

Meet a Unicorn!

September 2 October 29 • 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!

Royal Performers: Menage a Moi

Ménage à Moi*

September 16 - October 1 • MenageAMoiComedy.Bandcamp.com
Humorously indecent. Always discreet. The top-shelf comedy stylings of Ménage à Moi pair nicely with either a cooling beer or a warming tequila shot. Come for the sexually liberated, inclusive camaraderie. Stay for the belly laughs, new friends, and an organic unpredictability that ensures every show is unique. Visit www.menageamoicomedy.com for a taste of his comedic songs. *Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children

Royal Performers: Mirandola Consort

Mirandola Consort

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. 2019 marks the groups 29th year performing at The Pennsylvania Renaissance Fair.

Royal Performers: The Mudskippers

The Mudskippers

Full Season • Like The Mudskippers on Facebook
We are but simple beggars, performing Shakespeare as nature intended it…in a giant pit of mud. Come see our antics 3 times daily at the Mount Hope Mud Pit.

Royal Performers: Nature of Mercy

Nature of Mercy

Full Season • Like Nature of Mercy on Facebook
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.

Royal Performers: Noble Cause Productions

Noble Cause Productions

Full Season • Like Noble Cause on Facebook
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.

Royal Performers: Paloma Performance Troupe

Paloma Performance Troupe

September 23 & 24 • PalomaIrishDance.com
The Paloma Performance Troupe offers a spectacular Irish Dance show with spirited soft shoe numbers and heart-pounding hard shoe pieces. The dancers range in age from young to adult and feature some of the top dancers in the Region and North America. They dancers will delight and entertain you. The Troupe has performed in over 300+ public performances and private events throughout Lancaster County and beyond. Experience the Power.

Royal Performers: Pippsy Pinwheel

Pippsy Pinwheel Sideshow

August 19 - September 24 • Like Pinwheel Sideshow on Facebook
Pippsy the clown brings the amazing world of sideshow to the stage! Watch in awe as she flirts with death swallowing swords and more! This show has it all — comedy, suspense, puns danger and a drinking game!

Royal Performers: Ploppy

Ploppy*

October 7 - 29 • JenniferEComedy.com
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. *Adult Content, Not Recommended for Children

Royal Performers: Regale

Regale

Full Seaon
Join Harper Lee and Rowan the Bowin' as they share sweet songs and rolicking tunes (and the occasional cover!) on the Celtic harp and cello. Be prepared to be regaled!

Royal Performers: Rover's Way

Rover's Way

Full Season • RoversWayStudios.com
Rover's Way is a musical duo taking their inspiration from the trad and folk traditions of the Celtic Isles, Newfoundland, Canada, and the US. Matt and Keira travel the country full time, performing at festivals and events. While most weekends you can find them on a Renaissance Festival stage, they are equally excited to be hosting 2 daily Beer Tasting Shows at the Pyrate Ship, and to jam at the local session!

Royal Performers: Ship Shape

Ship Shape

September 9 - 10
Ahoy there! We are Ship Shape, a music and comedy group newly ashore and here to entertain any landlubber looking for a laugh! We specialize in sea shanties, tight harmonies, and nautical (sometimes naughty!) humor. Join Frankie, Swiss, and Mack for a shipload of fun!

Royal Performers: Sylvan Farelight

Sylvan Farelight

October 7 - 29
Sylvan Farelight—the honestly dishonest trickster who always tells you before he lies and cheats. It is just that he does it so well. Join him at his scheduled shows to be mystifyed and bamboozled, and find him on the streets of the Shire where he plays his game of pea and shells for grand and glorious prizes.

Royal Performers: Two Bard Party

Two Bard Party

October 21 - 29
Purveyors of Geek Folk since 1563: 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! It's full frontal nerdity, in all the best and worst ways.

Royal Performers: Trio Mondo

Trio Mondo

October 7 - 15
Experience the mesmerizing fusion of medieval, Renaissance, Celtic, Eastern European, and original music with Trio Mondo. This world music trio takes you on a musical journey where vibrant melodies and spontaneous jams create a delightful sonic tapestry.

2023 Merchants at the PA Renaissance Faire

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. Please check back for an updated list. All merchants are subject to change.

Interested in becoming a Faire merchant? Click here for more information!

Abbey Scriptorium

Booth #221 • Artisan

Shire's Bookstore and Historical Library

Adventurer's Guild

Booth #323 • Service

Escape Room, Puzzle Shop, D&D Adventures & More!

American Highlander

Booth #433 • Artisan

Kilts and Clothing

Archer's Cheese Kitchen & Pantry

Booth #214 • Food & Drink

Artisan Grilled Cheese Sandwiches

Archery Through the Ages

Bosworth Field • Demonstrator

Archery Demonstration and Hand-Made Longbows

As You Like It/Up Your Kilt

Booth #127 • Artisan

Hand-Crafted Cloaks, Hats, Kilts and More

Axe & Bear Trading

Booth #325 • Artisan

Everything for the Woodsman, Rangers, Adventurers, and Explorers

Barbaric Yawp Workshop

Avalon Hill • Artisan

Maskmaking, Theatre Creation & Storytelling

Be Steel My Heart

Booth #343 • Artisan

Fantasy, Licensed Swords

Bird Whistle Cart

Roaming Cart • Artisan

Assorted Whistels

BrainVessel Co-Op

Booth #230 • Artisan

Hand-Crafter Co-Op

Button Down the Hatches

Booth #118 • Artisan

Button Jewelry and Unique Gifts

Candy Emporium

Booth #422 • Food & Drink

Assorted Candy Goods

Canes Enable

Booth #529 • Artisan

Vintage Umbrellas, Canes, and Walking Sticks

Captured Curls

Avalon Hill • Artisan

Unique Hair Accessories

Casta Diva

Booth #140 • Artisan

Hand-Made Corsets

Catskill Moccasins

Booth #424 • Artisan

Hand-Crafted Leather Footwear

Celtic Marketplace

Booth #136 • Artisan

Unique Celtic Goods

Cheesesteaks

Booth #220 • Food & Drynke

Fresh Steak or Chicken Sandwiches

Chimes and Charms

Booth #449 • Artisan/Merchant

Handcrafted Novelty Items by Local Arists

Chimes and Charms II

Booth #428 (Lighthouse) • Artisan/Merchant

Handcrafted Wearables by Local Arists

Crone's Enchanted Cottage

Booth #315 • Artisan

Witchy Creations and Mystical Creations

Crown & Comb

Booth #126 • Artisan

Honey, Honey Accessories, Bee Decor

Crown Jewels

Booth #307 • Artisan

Upscale Precious Jewels and Pearls

Crystal Fynery

Booth #207 • Artisan

Renaissance Clothing for Lords and Ladies

Dandys and Divas

Booth #435 • Artisan

Hand-Made Corsets and Vests

DaVinci's Workshop

Booth #326 • Artisan

Glassblowing Classes, Paint Your Own Pottery & Such

Delighted Eye

Booth #317 • Artisan

Headwreaths and Wares for Home and Garden

Dragon's Breath

Booth #328 • Demonstrator

Glass Wares, Demonstrations, and Classes

Dress Your Dreams

Booth #510 • Artisan

Clothing for All Good Gentles

Duck & Cover

Booth #217 • Artisan

Armor and Child Friendly Swords

Dungeon Museum

Booth #621 • Artisan

Marvel at the Poor Souls on Display in the Dungeon

Earthly Leather Design

Booth #320 • Artisan

Unique Leather Wares

Emerald Castle

Booth #303 • Artisan

Rings, Necklaces, Bracelets, and More

Emperor's Needle

Booth #429 • Demonstrator

Hand-Crafted Leather Goods

Enchanted Forest

Booth #324 • Artisan

Children's Toys, Wind Spinners, Soaps

Fairie Fluff

Roaming Cart • Food & Drynke

Fresh Cotton Candy

Fairie Tailor

Booth #314 • Artisan

Hand-Painted Capes

Fantasy Face Painting

Booth #520 • Services

Unique Face Painting and Henna

Fight Circle

Booth #524 • Games & Rides

Challenge Your Friends to a Sword Fighting Duel

Fionna's Fineries

Booth #646 • Artisan

16th Century Apparel for the Fanciful Traveler

Fleur Di Lis Teas

Booth #128 • Artisan

Specialty Teas and Tea-Related Gifts

Forever Amber

Booth #522 • Artisan

Exquisite Amber Jewelry

Forever Mine

Booth #534 • Artisan

Gems, Rocks, Pendulums & Such

Fortune's Favor

Booth #636/640 • Services

Tarot Card Reading and More

Full Moon Candle Garden

Booth #514 • Artisan

Hand-Poured Candles and On-Site Candle Carver

Full Moon Ventures

Booth #432 • Artisan

Capes, Hoods, Spiritual Tools & Accessories

Grubb Garth & Greenery

Booth #255 • Artisan

Herbs, Incense & Garden Art

The Hallowed House

Booth #TBD • Artisan

Special Pieces for Your Most Hallowed Spaces

Horn Cart

Booth #247 • Artisan

A set of Horns to Suit Every Personality

Imaginarium Gallery

Booth #259 • Demonstrator

Hand-Sculpted Puppet Creations

Informistress

Booth #201 • Services

Information Services & Official Merch

Ironworks Pottery

Booth #124 • Artisan/Demonstrator

Hand-Sculpted Ceramics

King's Mint

Booth #204 • Services

Coin of the Realm

Jerky Cart

Roaming Cart • Food & Drynke

Assorted Flavored Jerky

LaForge

Booth #347 • Demonstrator

Live Blacksmith Demos
Feline Cat Colony & Rescue Program

Leather Arts Store

Avalon Hill • Artisan

Hand-Crafted Leather Work

Leather Lair

Booth #519 • Artisan

Hand-Crafted Leather Clothing and Shoes

Little Shop of Holdings

Booth #312 • Artisan

Boxes, Lockets and Such

Merlin's Magic

Booth #508 • Demonstrator

Hand-Crafted Walking Sticks; Magical and Mystical Wares

Midnight Orchid Design

Booth #209 • Artisan

Hand-Made bellydance, renaissance, celtic, steampunk and viking style up cycled clothing

Misty Mountain Gaming

Booth #TBA • Artisan

Assorted Dice Sets

Norse Naturals

Booth #437 • Artisan

All Natural Beard & Body Products

Oh, Jessa!

Booth #533 • Artisan

Gypsy Garb

Oh My Goddess

Booth #327 • Artisan

Unique, One-of-a-Kind Gifts, Specialties, and Finds

O'Sullivan's Fur Shack

Booth #439 • Artisan

Hand-Crafted Hats and Bags, Pelts

Pirate Bones & Booty

Booth #TBA • Artisan

Pirate Gear For the Rest of Us!

Pandora's Locks

Booth #625 • Services

Unique Braids and Twists to Wear Around the Shire

Peasant Bread

Booth #202 • Food & Drynke

Funnel Cake, Peasant Bread, and Lemonade

Perth Pewter

Booth #431 • Artisan

Hand-Poured Pewter and Accessories

Queen's Creamery

Booth #216 • Food & Drynke

Premium Ice Cream, Milkshakes

Red Falcon Accessories

Booth #203 • Artisan

Hats, Feather Work, and Masks

Red Falcon Armouries

Booth #623 • Artisan

High-Quality Leather Armour and Accessories

Red Wyvern Studio

Booth #607 • Artisan

Unique Renaissance, Steampunk & Victorian Hats

Royal Family Jewelry

Booth #304 • Artisan

Silver Adornments

Saucy Minx

Booth #211 • Artisan/Merchant

Gourmet Sauces, Rubs & Seasonings

The Scarlett Rose

Booth #648 • Artisan

Boldly, Beautiful Hats and Accessories

The Shepherd's Knot

Booth #447 • Artisan

Celtic, Irish, Scottish Apparel & Goods

Sherwood Fineries

Booth #634 • Artisan

Costume Rentals and Sales

Silk Gypsies

Avalon Hill & Artisan

Marbled Silk Scarves & More

Silk Road Bazaar

Avalon Hill • Artisan

Music & Import Shop

Silk Road Henna

Avalon Hill • Service

Henna Tattoo Art

Steak on a Stake

Booth #218 • Food & Drynke

Beef, Chicken or Shrimp

Sticks & Stones & Copper Bones

Booth #316 • Artisan

Wands, Gemstones, and Copper Wares

Tomboy Togs

Roaming Booth • Artisan

Embroidered Felt Accessories

Utopia Armory

Booth #426 • Demonstrator

Chain Mail and Metal Works

Wax Hands

Booth #TBA • Artisan

Make Your Own, Take-Home Wax Hands

Wish Bottle Cart

Roaming Cart • Artisan

Choose a Potion, Make a Keepsake

The Wreck Room

Booth #650 • Games & Rides

You Buy It, You Break It! Smash a Variety of Glassware

Guest Merchants

Alongside the full-run merchants, the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire welcomes a number of guest merchants. All merchants subject to change.

Interested in becoming a guest merchant? Click here for more information!

AlchemyQ Designs

Aug. 19 - Oct. 29

One-of-a-Kind Crystal, Bone & Natural Art

Ally B Ceramics

Aug. 19-20 & Sep. 23-24

Nature Inspired, Functional & Beautiful Ceramics

Amaranth Costumes

Sep. 2-3

Historical Based Cosumes & Commissions

Amethyst Cauldron

Aug. 19 - Sep. 10

Witchy Crafts

Armoured Faerie

Oct. 21-29

Hand-Weaved Custom Maille Jewelry

Attic Arcana

Aug. 19 - Sep. 3

Hand-Crafted Resin Dice Jewelry

Aubrey Brown Art

Sep. 2 - Oct. 22

Philadelphia Based Imaginative Artist

Bewitching Books

Sep. 10 - Oct. 16

Handmade & One-of-a-kind Traditionally Bound Books/Journals

Bird Marie's Pottery

Aug. 19 - Oct. 29

Hand-Made Ceramics

Bugs And Boards

Aug. 19 - Sep. 3

Insect Themed Jewelry & Woodworking

The Celtic Cowboy Leather Co.

Aug. 19 - Oct. 29

Tooled Leather Belts

Creepy Doll Perkasie

Sep. 30 - Oct. 1 & Oct. 21-22

Creepy Vintage Porcelain Dolls

Denyan Designs

Oct. 7-29

Wood Bowls, Pens, Bottle Stoppers & More

Design By Night

Sep. 2-10 & Oct. 14-22

Hair & Lapel Accessories

Diamond Tooth Taxidermy

Oct. 14-29

Hand-Crafted, Wearable Taxidermy

Dice Knight Adventures

Oct. 14-22

Festival-Wide RPG Experience

Dixie Bling

Aug. 19 - Sep. 10

Hand-Woven Beaded Jewelry Creations & Accessories

Doctor Gus Designs

Oct. 7-22

Hand-Crafted Accessories & Adornments

Dreadmors Plunder

Aug. 19 - Oct. 29

Custom Hand-Made Leather Costuming

Embercraft Creations

Oct. 21-29

Custom Leatherwork

Even Rose Love Design

Aug. 19 - Sep. 3

Hand-Fabricated Botanical Jewelry

Faire Enuff

Sep. 9 - 10 & Oct. 7 - 29

Pottery, Hand-Braided Whips, Leather Armor & More

Mack Daddy Magic Woodworks

Sep. 16 - Oct. 8

Wands, Wooden Swords & Walking Sticks

My Herbal Apothecary

Aug. 19-27 & Oct. 21-29

Organic Herbal Remedies to Seasonally Support You & Yours

Mystic Realm Artisan

Oct. 7-29

Antiques, Jewelry & Much More

Naturama

Oct. 14-29

Jewelry & Artwork by Katrina Zadoyko

Nordik Kraft

Aug. 26-27 & Sep. 9-17

Norse & Celtic Inspired Bone, Leather, Horn & Wood Reproductions

Norsskal

Aug. 19 - Sep. 24

Viking Drinking Horns, Glassware & More

Once Upon a Con-Artist

Aug. 19 - Oct. 29

Hand-Crafted & Painted Products

Papa Bear Studios

Sep. 23 - Oct. 8

Woodworking

Pink Jackalope Studio Felts

Sep. 9-17

Wool Felted Objects of Art & Delight

Rabenwald Metalsmything

Sep. 9 - Oct. 1

Hand-Made Jewelry, Accessories & Ornamentation for Home

Realm and Reason

Sep. 9-24 & Oct. 7-22

Crystal Jewelry Inspired by Fantasy & Ancient Lore

Sam Halterman Art

Sep. 2-3 & Oct. 14-15

Illustrator in Red Lion, PA

Sara's Eccentric Sewing

Aug. 19-20, Sep. 16-17 & Oct. 21-29

Embroidered Hoops

Selby Burke Art

Aug. 19-20 & Oct. 14-22

Assorted Illustrations

Singletree

Aug. 26 - Sept. 17

Hair Spirals, Flasks/Tankards, Pirate Ware & More

Skjaldborg Artisans

Sep. 9-10

Hand-Made & Retail Viking, Medieval & Fantasy Wares

SpitFireLabs

Aug. 19-20

Laser Engraved Artwork

Stardust Shire

Aug. 26 - Sep. 3 & Oct. 7-15

Crystals, Carvings & Cryptic Collectibles

Starlight Glass

Sep. 16-24

Stained Glass Artwork

Sunfeather Studio

Oct. 7-29

Author & Artist Tayln Draconmore

The Sunny Fox Apothecary

Oct. 14-22

Hand-Crafted Monster Boxes & Jewelry

Sweet Eloise

Sep. 9 - Oct. 1

One-of-a-Kind, Hand-Crafted Floral Bead Designs, Gemstone Jewelry & Unique Gifts

Talufane

Oct. 28-29

Linens, Fabric Garlands, Art & More

TawnieBow

Oct. 7-8

High Quality Wigs & Accessories at Budget Quality Prices

Terraintextures

Sep. 16-18, Sep. 30-Oct. 1 & Oct. 14-22

Jewelry & Art Containg Real Dried Foliage

TucciCraft

Aug. 26-27 & Oct. 14-15

Hand-Made Wooden/Metal Goods, Jewelry & Costume Components

Unique Not Freak

Aug. 26-27 & Oct. 28-29

Cute & Creepy, Fantasy Illustrations & Coasters

Uniquely Morbid

Sep. 9- Oct. 29

Ethically Sourced Unique Art & Jewelry

Wire You Waiting

Sep. 9-10

Modern Jewelry for your Inner Viking

York Linked

Aug. 19-20, Sep. 9-10 & Sep. 30-Oct.1

Claspless, Delicate, Custom Fit Permanent Jewelry

Workshops & Demonstrations

Step back in time at the Shire, which is filled to the brim with immersive experiences! All information is subject to change.

Archery

Archery Through the Ages (#602)

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 at 11:30 & 5:30, at the new location by Bosworth Field.

LaForge Blacksmith

Blacksmithing Demo (#347)

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 & 4:30.
Feline Cat Colony & Rescue Program

Dragons Breath Glassworks

Glassblowing Demonstrations (#328)

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.

Blow your own glass! Create art with the guidance of our instructors. Choose between a glass flower, paperweight, ornament, or pumpkin. This is a 1 on 1 experience and takes roughly 20-30 minutes. Reservations available every half hour each Faire day beginning at 11:30 AM. One person/class - $65 • Click here to purchase tickets. You must have a 2023 date-specific admission ticket for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to access the Glass Blowing Class. Both Faire admission and Glass Blowing Class tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match.

Coin of the Realm

Coin of the Realm

Turn Your Credit To Cash

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any other questions that have not been answered below, please contact our business offices at 717-665-7021, Monday through Friday, 9AM-4PM or fill out the contact form below.

General Information

The event is located on the grounds of Mount Hope Estate, home of the PA Renaissance Faire—15 miles north of Lancaster and 13 miles east of Hershey. The street address is 2775 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545.
There is plenty of free parking and attendants will direct you when you arrive at the festival. Please follow all traffic signage while on grounds.
The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire will be open Saturdays and Sundays August 19 through October 29, 2023.

The gates open at 11AM each festival day. The Faire site closes at 8PM each Faire day. As modern lighting is limited on the Faire grounds, for the safety of our guests, merchants, food booths and pour houses will begin closing when the Finale Pub Sing at the Globe Theater begins at 7PM.
A cast of colorfully costumed characters fill the Shire with music, dancing, and more! With a wide varity of stage shows daily, unique Royal Kitchens, and scores of artisan merchants with hand-crafted wares, the Renaissance Faire invites guests to immerse themselves in our 35-acre village and experience the fantasy! There will be numerous activities for kids and adults alike, so the PA Renaissance Faire is truly a festival for the whole family!
Re-entry is permitted at the Faire. Be sure to have your hand stamped as you are leaving the gates to ensure readmittance.
The Food Booths and Pourhouses accept cash only. Most independent craft merchants accept credit cards. The Faire does not accept personal checks. The Faire site has multiple ATMs on premises and one in the Wine Shop.
Enjoy delicious foods from a variety of Royal Kitchens throughout the Shire! Plus fresh Swashbuckler Ales, Lancaster County Ciders, Mount Hope Wines and Signature Spirit Distilling Co. Cocktails at our Pourhouses! Learn more in the Menu Section.
No outside food, beverages or coolers are permitted to be brought onto the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. However, exceptions are made for Guests with special dietary needs to include food allergies and baby food/formula. Guests with special dietary needs should print and complete the Visitor Allergen Card and present it at the Customer Service Window at the front gate when they arrive at the Faire for approval to bring in special dietary foods for the individual only. The Visitor Allergen Card will be put on file at the First Aid Station.

The Faire does not have separate allergy-friendly kitchens and is unable to guarantee that a menu item is completely free of allergens. Our menu items are reliant on supplier ingredient labels, and we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of each food item. Allergen advisory statements (e.g., “may contain") are not regulated. It is ultimately up to the individual's discretion to make an informed choice based upon their individual dietary needs.


Guests to the Faire may also have their hand stamped at the front gate to return to their vehicle and return to the Faire as they wish.

Click here to download the Visitor Allergen Card.
Beverages will be served in one-use disposable cups. Guests are welcome to transfer beverages to their personal drinkware. Personal drinkware will not be filled directly at the beverage stand.
Please download the Official Weapons Policy PDF for full details.
Proper attire is required when attending the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire for the duration of your visit. While we encourage creativity and permit costumes from all eras and fantasy realms, we must maintain an environment suitable for guests of all ages. Shoes are required. Clothing that depicts rude, vulgar, and offensive language or images is not permitted. Clothing in multiple layers is subject to search. Full face masks are permitted but must be removed if requested. We reserve the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing attire that is considered inappropriate or attire that could distract from the experience of other guests. Patrons in violation of our dress code will be asked to leave and escorted from the festival grounds.
Please do not. To distribute other materials on site is in violation of our no-soliciting rule. Distributing products (especially those intended as edibles) without a waiver on-site is in violation of state law and contrary to the application process that each member of our Shire Marketplace undergoes to continue to offer quality artisan goods.

Patrons in violation will be asked to leave and escorted from the festival grounds.
Please be respectful of the actors. We invite our guests to interact with the actors, but be mindful of their personal space and real human feelings. These dedicated professionals work to build interactive, magical environments for our guests and any form of intimidation, threat or harm to an employee or other guests will never be tolerated.
We understand that some audience members are sensitive to loud noises. The performances listed below contain the use of pyrotechnics, cannon fire, cracking whips, and/or gun fire during the Faire season. This information will also marked on each weekend's Daily Writ schedule available at the Front Gate upon arrival.
  • Opening Gate - Cannon Fire
  • Tournament of Arms - Whip Cracking
  • Ultimate Joust - Cannon Fire, Explosions, Fireworks
  • Pub Sing Finale - Possible Whip Cracking
  • Don Juan & Miguel - Black Powder Pistol, Whip Cracking
  • Aaron Bonk - Whip Cracking
  • Boar's Head Brawl - Whip Cracking
  • Buckle & Swash - Whip Cracking
  • Adamo Ignis - Whip Cracking
  • Nature of Mercy - Black Powder Pistol, Whip Cracking
The special events for each themed weekend are listed on the Themed Weekends page. The exact times and locations will be available on the corresponding weekend's Daily Writ Schedule/Map.

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to event to sign in. Limited slots are available for participation.

Guest Services

Mount Hope Estate & Winery and the PA Renaissance Faire are an ideal location to spend your special events! Learn more about booking the Feasting Glen area for your next party on the Group Sales Page.

Want to celebrate your special event with extra fun and friviolity? Show off in style and be the talk of the Shire when you wear a unique special event button (Current styles include Birthday, Anniversary, My First Visit, Groom-to-Be, and Bride-to-Be)! Available at Informistress and the Mount Hope Wine Shop!
Various hotels in the area are available. Please visit our Lodging Packages Page for specific information.
Cars are permitted to stay parked in the lot overnight if the driver has been drinking and has found another way home. Camping is not permitted in the parking lot of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
No matter what your age, please be prepared to show proper identification in order to sample from the wines or 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.
A minimum of 2 weeks (10 business days) prior to the expected date of visit is required to request interpreting services. 48-hours' notice is required for the cancellation of interpreter services once secured.In order initiate the search for interpreting services for an upcoming visit, guests requesting interpreting services must first provide the following details to the Faire's business office by emailing RoyalSPK@PaRenFaire.com.

Required Information
  • Requestor's Name
  • Requestor's Phone Number
  • Requestor's Email Address
  • Date of Services Needed
  • Duration of Needed Service (Start and End Time of Visit)
  • On-Site Point of Contact Name and Phone Number
  • Name(s) of Guests Utilizing Services
  • Confirmation Number from the Order of PA Renaissance Faire Tickets Pre-Purchased from the Faire's Website at: PaRenFaire.com/BuyTickets
Our mission is "Building interactive, magical environments that create unique and entertaining experiences for every guest, every time." Our goal is to provide a place for our employees to work and visitors to play in an atmosphere of inclusion, respect and safety. Self-expression is welcome with the understanding that intimidation, threat or harm to another person will never be tolerated. We value and respect the differences in our ever-expanding audiences and will continue to welcome everyone to this place of imagination, creativity and fun.

Ticket Information

Visit the About Section to view the current ticket pricing.

Admission includes all Faire shows and entertainment, including Themed Weekend competitions and activities. Games, rides and food are not included.
To better serve our guests, we have eliminated the need for coupons to save on your Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire admission tickets.

Because all tickets are now being sold in advance, online, previous "at gate" discounts cannot be offered because verification of qualifying status cannot be obtained. We are working with a new box office system and hope to offer new online discounts in the future.

Follow us on Facebook for details on ticket discounts. Ticket purchasers will also be notified by email of any possible discounts.
This program has been discontinued.
Enjoy the sunset hours of Royal Revels from the Tournament of Arms to the Ultimate Joust ending with the Finale Pub Sing and over 20 other performances scheduled during this 4-hour part of the Faire day. 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.

Please note: Regardless of the full day ticket sold out status, after 4PM Sunset Tickets go live on the online box office each Faire Day at 3:30PM 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 2023 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 non-refundable. Children under 5 are admitted free and do not require a ticket.
Simply put, the PA Renaissance Faire is not a "pass the hat:" event and is paid for by the Queen's Purse. Entertainers hired to perform for our guests receive compensation for their performances and need not rely on guests donations for their livelihood. Our admission price reflects the budget necessary to bring the highest quality entertainment to the Faire's many stages and streets. The Mud Beggars are permitted to pass the hat because it reflects how they would have survived in Renaissance England. Additionally, guests may encounter traveling musicians busking on the village streets. This also reflects how traveling musicians made their living. Donations to these performers is always appreciated and always voluntary.
You can purchase advance tickets at the Virtual Box Office.
Yes, we are able to scan tickets from mobile devices. We ask that you please have your tickets loaded and ready to scan prior to coming to the Front Gate.
Conditions of Ticket Sale

The Faire operates rain or shine policy and refunds are not issued for rain days.

Should an overall closure occur, we will work with ticket holders to exchange or refund tickets.

Once a ticket has been scanned at the Front Gate upon entry, it is voided and no longer holds any value. The Faire does not monitor any guests’ level of participation or length of stay. Refunds are not available to guests who choose to leave. The bearer of an event ticket agrees to hold blameless and harmless Mazza Vineyards, Inc. or any of its affiliates, in the event of personal injury or loss or damage to property. The holder of the ticket assumes all responsibilities for any risk of bodily harm or loss of property sustained while attending the event, and waives all rights to lay claim for damages resulting from any cause whatsoever either before, during or after the event. You must be 21 or older to purchase or consume Alcohol.

Your ID will be verified before being served alcohol. Outside food, drink and pets are not permitted. You hereby consent to the reasonable search for alcoholic beverages, drugs, or firearms. You further consent to the use of your image or likeness incidental to any display, transmission, or reproduction of the event.

Management reserves the right to refuse admission or eject any person whose conduct is deemed by management to be disorderly or who fails to comply with the terms and conditions of these conditions of ticket sale.
  • Tickets are non-refundable.
  • Following the World Health Organization's declaration on May 5 to the end the COVID global health emergency and the Public Health Emergency (PHE) expiring on May 11, 2023, the ticket no-refunds policy is being upheld in cases of positive Covid testing. Tickets may be exchanged per the Ticket Exchange Policy if applicable.
  • Exchange Requests must be made via the online Box Office Help Request or email to BxOffice@PaRenFaire.com. The order number and new date must be provided at the time of request.
  • Exchange Requests will be reviewed during Box Office hours, Mon-Fri, 9AM-4PM.
  • Tickets for August and September dates cannot be exchanged for October dates. Peak season rates begin October 7. The final weekend for early season ticket exchanges is September 30/October 1. Aug/Sept/Oct 1 tickets will not be "upgraded" to peak season tickets (October 7-29) by paying the difference in ticket prices.
  • Exchanges cannot be made into a sold-out performance day.
  • Exchange Requests will not be honored after the date appearing on the tickets.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to another.
  • Tickets are void after the date appearing on the ticket. Unused, expired tickets are void.
  • Exchanges will not be made from one Mount Hope event to another.
  • Outdoor Events at Mount Hope are rain or shine events. Exchanges will not be made due to weather.
  • Tickets obtained with a Faire Subscription are subject to all Ticket Exchange Policies.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to a future year. Unused expired tickets are null and void.
  • Complimentary Tickets cannot be exchanged.
  • Approved Exchange Requests will be processed and an email confirmation with new ticket links sent to the associated box office account email.
Events are rain or shine. For the safety of the performers, shows may be altered due to the weather. Ticket exchanges and refunds are not available. Once a ticket has been scanned at the front gate upon entry, it is voided and no longer holds any value. The Faire does not monitor any guests’ level of participation or length of stay. Refunds are not available to guests who choose to leave.
Faire service staff and security are certified under the Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board's Responsible Alcohol Management Program. Visible intoxication, as displayed by a "Visibly Intoxicated Person", is the standard by which certified servers determine intoxication. If Faire staff determines that a patron is intoxicated, the individual will be refused any further alcohol service, and designated as "VIP" by a mark made over the patron's over 21 stamp. Failure to comply with the refusal of alcohol service will result in removal from the Faire grounds without an admission refund.

Fairegrounds Information

The grounds are ADA accessible. Walking paths are paved, and handicapped seating areas are designated at all stages. Though the walking paths are paved, some stone and gravel areas may need to be travelled to reach vendor stands, merchandise booths and food stations. Handicapped accessible restrooms are available. Wheelchairs and scooters are not available for rental. Please be aware that while the Faire is paved, the terrain does present various hills and inclines. Please plan accordingly.

There is handicap parking available at the festival, just ask the parking crew to direct you to that area when you arrive.
For the well being of our guests, smoking is prohibited near stages and in audience areas. Your cooperation is appreciated for the comfort of all in attendance.
Dogs are welcome to join their human companions for the revelry of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire and there are some simple steps to take before visiting with your furry friend. Learn More about Royal Hound Tickets 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.

Local kennels:
Canine Country Club Inc.: 888 N Penryn Rd Manheim, PA 17545, 717-665-2710
Gochenauer Kennels: 995 Fruitville Pike Lititz PA, 17543, 717-569-6151

We value all guests with disabilities and their service animals. Service animals should remain on a leash or harness and under the control of the owner at all times.

Mount Hope Estate 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.
The festival offers three ATMs on premises and one in the Wine Shop.
The First Aid station is located near the backside of the festival grounds on Privy Lane. The station will be marked on the festival maps handed out at the gate.
Lost and found during the event will be located at the Informistress Booth directly inside the Front Gate. After the event, it will be kept in the Wine Shop (Please call 717-665-7021 ext. 300).
Last call for all Pourhouses is 7:00PM, with the exception of the Anchor & Mermaid Tavern Wharf Bar, which has a last call of 7:15. Most food stands and merchants close between 7:15PM and 7:30PM.

Contact Mount Hope

Use the form below or email: RoyalSPK@PaRenFaire.com
Please Note: Office Hours are Mon-Fri, 9AM-4PM