When does your season begin and end? ▾
So many people think that Mount Hope Estate & Winery is solely the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire running during the late summer and fall months only. Located 15 miles north of Lancaster, PA and 13 miles east of Hershey, we are so much more, indeed. Mount Hope Estate & Winery is an historic estate featuring spectacular indoor and outdoor entertainment on the grounds of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire running almost year round providing incredible entertainment just for you.
Please visit our
events calendar for a complete listing of all of our events.
Where can I get tickets and how much are they? ▾
Prices vary for Admission Tickets to the different events at Mount Hope Estate & Winery. Tickets can be purchased the day of the event, unless otherwise indicated, at the Front Gate Castle Windows or discount tickets can be purchased and printed at home by using the
Virtual Box Office. Will Call is not available for general admission events.
Can I exchange my ticket or get a refund? ▾
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.
Where is First Aid? ▾
The First Aid station is located near the back side of the festival grounds on Privy Lane. The station will be marked on the festival maps handed out at the gate.
Is your venue handicapped accessible? ▾
Handicapped accessible parking is available. Upon your arrival, please make a request of the parking crew and they will direct you to it. Most of the walking paths of the fairegrounds are paved to ease travel in wheelchairs or scooters. However, the Faire site is 35+ acres and some stone or grass covered areas may need to be traveled to access some artisans or food booths. Handicapped accessible restrooms are available on the fairegrounds. Wheelchairs are not available to rent or loan. Please be aware that the nature of the fairegrounds presents various hills and inclines. Please plan accordingly.
We have installed a 10 foot by 20 foot long platform designed to accommodate manual and electric wheelchairs in the Globe Stage audience area. This designated area will provide the best view of Globe while providing ample seating.
Can I bring my pet? ▾
Pets are not permitted on the fairegrounds. Service animals are permitted following the guidelines set forth by the ADA. Please do not leave animals in your car.
Local kennels:
Sun Hill Kennels
360 S. Erisman Rd.
Manheim, PA 17545-9170
717-653-6060
65 to 70 Kennels
Gochenauer Kennels
995 Fruitville Pike
Lititz PA, 17543
717-569-6151
Can I take photos and video at the events? ▾
Taking photographs and video on the grounds of Mount Hope Estate & Winery and all our events is permitted provided the photographer understands that the photos and video are for personal use only.
What if there is bad weather? ▾
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. In rare circumstances, when the safety of patrons and participants is at risk due to extreme weather activity, the decision may be made to close the park until the threat has passed, or for the remainder of the day if necessary. An Emergency Action Plan is in place to notify guests of any closures and provide directions on actions to be taken to allow safe evacuation of the park. In the event the park is closed for the remainder of an event day, rain passes will be issued in the Wine Shop Formal Gardens for one hour following the call for evacuation of the park or until conditions become unsafe for event staff. Rain passes will NOT be issued after this time.
Can I leave and return during a festival day? ▾
Re-entry is permitted at all events unless otherwise posted. If you wish to leave the Faire or any of our outdoor events and plan to return on the same day, you must get your hand stamped upon exiting. To re-enter, you must show your hand stamp—no exceptions. For those guests wishing to come back another day, some of our outdoor events have "Return Passes" available for sale at the Informistress booth. This "Return Pass" allows you to reenter any day—and at a discounted price!
Can I bring a picnic lunch to the event? ▾
Neither food nor drink (other than water) may be brought on the fairegrounds.
Do you have ATMs? ▾
ATMs ares available in the Mansion Carriage House Wine Shoppe, near the Front Gate and on the Faire grounds near the Royal-T Shoppe and the Swashbuckler Brew Pub area.
Can I get a souvenir event program? ▾
The program contains a map of the grounds as well as great articles about the days' activities. To receive a program in the mail, send $1.50 for postage and handling to: PRF Program, 2775 Lebanon Road, Manheim, PA 17545.
What happens if my child is separated from my group? ▾
Lost children can be found at the First Aid building. You may also notify any Security personnel or Staff member with a two-way radio. There is a Security Officer posted at the Front Gate at all times. Please note that there is no PA system on the fairegrounds.
What if I lose something? ▾
Lost items can be found with the Informistress located just inside the Front Gate.
Will the entertainment line-up change at all? ▾
All entertainment for our events are subject to change without notice.
Can I get a discount if I come in costume? ▾
We offer a $4.00 discount to adult patrons that visit the PA Renaissance Faire in period costumes.
Can I bring period weapons as part of my costume? ▾
Is food or drink included in admission? ▾
Food & Drink is not included in the admission price unless otherwise indicated. There are many choices for both Food & Drink on the fairegrounds for all our outdoor events.
Do you have rides and are they included in admission? ▾
Rides or games are not included in the admission price. Prices for these activities range from $1.00 to $3.00.
Do you have a dress code? ▾
Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. Dress comfortably and appropriately. Proper tasteful attire is requested, as we are a family-friendly facility.
Do you accept credit cards? ▾
Visa and Mastercard as well as cash are accepted for purchase of admission and in most shops. Food merchants do not generally accept credit cards.
Where can I change and nurse my baby? ▾
Baby changing stations are located in the Privies (restrooms) located throughout the fairegrounds. The First Aid Station is also available for those needing privacy.
Can I bring a stroller or do you rent them out? ▾
Strollers are encouraged for those families with small children. Stroller rentals are not available.
Where is Guest Relations? ▾
Located at the Informistress booth near the Front Gate. Guest Relations is the location where you will find lost-and-found items, information on future events and "Return to the Past" passes. Comment cards and the registry for our Royal E-mail list are also located at the Informistress.
Can I smoke at your events? ▾
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.
Can I bring my cell phone? ▾
So as to respect all patrons, we ask that cell phone ringtones be muted or switched to the vibrate mode. We also ask that cell phone usage be limited.
