A Unique Event Each Month!

The event of a full moon has always been the topic of folklore, myth and legend. Scientifically, a full moon is the sun’s rays reflecting off the face of the moon. The arrival of the full moon brings a reason for a monthly celebration and to shine light on unique talents as ever changing as the night sky.

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A Unique Event at Mount Hope: Instead of howling at the full moon, grab your friends, share a chuckle and be reminded why laughter is the best medicine! Always ready for a party, the restored Victorian-era barn of the Barn & Barrel at Mount Hope is the perfect location to showcase intimate, limited seating theatrical events. The first floor’s stonework bar offers the wine, beer, cider and spirits produced at the Estate. The second-floor event space overlooking Mount Hope’s award-winning full production winery provides a theater space to enjoy new events brought to the barn in celebration of the monthly Full Moon Fest at the Barn & Barrel.

Dates, Times & Tickets

2024 Dates: April 6 & November 16
Hours of Operation: Each Full Moon Comedy Night runs from 8PM to 10PM
General Admission (21+ Only): $20 Online Only.

  • Tickets are date specific and must be reserved in advance. There are a limited amount of tickets per date and they may sell out.
  • Tickets will be available for purchase on the Virtual Box Office.
  • All Full Moon Comedy Nights are 21 and over.
  • The Taproom & Grille will not be open. The Barn & Barrel doors will open at 7:30 PM and the cash bar will begin drink service at that time.
  • Please check back to the website closer to the event and follow us on Facebook @PaRenFaire or join the Royal Email List for news and updates.

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 by 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.
  • Exchanges cannot be made into a sold-out performance day.
  • Exchanges will not be made from one event to another.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to a future year. Unused expired tickets are null and void.
  • Approved Exchange Requests will be processed and an email confirmation with new ticket links sent to the associated box office account email.
  • Exchange Requests will not be honored after the date appearing on the tickets.
  • Theater tickets will not be exchanged without fee due to weather. Should a show be cancelled, guests will be notified in advance of the cancellation. Exchanges will only be honored after a total show cancellation by Mount Hope.

TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE

Reservations are encouraged as there is a possibility each event could sell out.

Please Select Performance Date When Purchasing Tickets
Tickets are General Admission: $20 in Advance
Please Note: All Full Moon Fest Events are 21 and over.

Click Here to Visit Box Office

April 6 Comedy Night

Tickets are available on the Virtual Box Office — Please choose the April 6th date when purchasing.



Steve Young

Steve Young

As an award-winning TV writer Steve wrote for television sitcoms like Boy Meets World, Smart Guy, HBO’s Crashbox as well as The Tonight Show. A comedy veteran and regular at LA’s Comedy Store, Steve has opened for comedy greats such as Jay Leno, Jerry Seinfeld and Eddie Murphy. His best-selling book, "Great Failures of the Extremely Succesful" offers Steve's personal interviews with such luminaries as Betty White, Teddy Pendergrass, Jane Goodall and many more.

Jennifer Espenshade

Jennifer Espenshade

Although Jennifer Espenshade has been doing standup comedy for only a few years, she has been entertaining crowds for the past 29 years as a performer at the PA Renaissance Faire, doing comedy in a giant pit of mud! Her transition from improv and mud pit diving to standup seemed like a natural progression, plus standup is much more forgiving on her aging body!

She approaches her audiences in an energetic and, at times, risqué manner. Her ability to interact with a crowd, due to her improv background, ensures that each show is different and unique.

Eddie Gallagher

Eddie Gallagher

Eddie is a father of four and husband of one. Being a family man helps him come up with material. Also, ridiculous things pop into his head throughout the day and if he's close enough to his phone, he'll jot it down and eventually share it in his act. He guarantees that you'll laugh at least once during his performance.

November 16 Comedy Night

November Guests To Be Announced— Tickets are available on the Virtual Box Office — Please choose the November 16th date when purchasing.



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 visit our formal comment, question and feedback page to submit an inquiry.

General Information

The event is located inside the Barn & Barrel on the grounds of Mount Hope Estate, home of the PA Renaissance Faire. The street address is 2775 Lebanon Rd. Manheim, PA 17545. Each Full Moon Fest runs from 8PM to 10PM.
There is plenty of free parking within walking distance of the Feasting Glen. Please follow signage when you reach the grounds.
Swashbuckler Brewing Co. Beers, Lancaster County Ciders, Mount Hope Wines and Signature Cocktails from Spirits Distilling Co. will be available on the first floor bar inside the Barn & Barrel.
Various hotels in the area are available. Please visit our In the Area Page for specific information.
We apologize for any inconvience, but the Full Moon Fest events are for patrons 21 and older.
For the well being of all our guests, smoking is prohibited inside the Barn & Barrel and near all entrances. Your cooperations is appreciated for the comfort of all in attendance.
Yes, the Barn & Barrel ADA accessible. There is handicapped parking available at the Wine Shop, just follow the directional signs that lead you to that area when you arrive.
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.
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

General admission prices for adults (ages 21 and over) are $20 in advance (on the Virtual Box Office).
Tickets are General Admission and tables/seats are not reserved. Doors open at 7:30PM and tables/seats are first come first serve.
You can purchase advance tickets at the Virtual Box Office. If tickets are still available day-of they can be purchase in the Mount Hope Wine Shop, but please note that Full Moon Fest events may sell out.
All sales are final. There are no refunds, exchanges, or cancellations.

Conditions of Ticket Sale

NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES. Event tickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable and not for resale. 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 by 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.
  • Exchanges cannot be made into a sold-out performance day.
  • Exchanges will not be made from one event to another.
  • Tickets do not transfer from one year to a future year. Unused expired tickets are null and void.
  • Approved Exchange Requests will be processed and an email confirmation with new ticket links sent to the associated box office account email.
  • Exchange Requests will not be honored after the date appearing on the tickets.
  • Complimentary Tickets cannot be exchanged.
  • Theater tickets will not be exchanged without fee due to weather. Should a show be cancelled, guests will be notified in advance of the cancellation. Exchanges will only be honored after a total show cancellation by Mount Hope.
Yes, you can leave and re-enter any time during the event.
No matter what your age, please be prepared to show proper identification in order to gain access to the festival. 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.

Contact Mount Hope

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