What happens at the PA Renaissance Faire?
Join to read more A cast of hundreds of colorfully costumed characters fill the Shire with music, dancing, and more. With over 90 stage shows daily, over 20 Royal Kitchens, and scores of artisan merchants with handcrafted wares, the PA Renaissance Faire invities guests to immerse themselves in our 35‑acre village and experience the fantasy!
Can I become a guest merchant at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire?
Alongside the full-run merchants, the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire welcomes a number of guest merchants. Please continue to check back as we update our merchant lists! All merchants subject to change. Interested in becoming a guest merchant? Click here for more information!
When is the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate?
Welcome to the 38th annual Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate! Beginning in August and running for 13 weekends through October you’ll find festivities and excitement at their 35-acre village.
Can you park overnight in the Renaissance Faire parking lot?
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. What is the carding policy?
Is the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire open?
October 29 & 30, 2022 • Gates Open at 11AM The final weekend of the Festival SEason of Mount Hope Shire.
Do you have to dress up for a Renaissance Faire?
It's totally not necessary to dress up at all. Also know that you can if you want to, and that you don't have to go all out or be period-accurate. The most important thing is to be comfortable and dressed for the weather (which, since our faire runs in July, can be HOT).
What do you wear to the PA Ren Faire?
For women, you'll want a headdress, wreath or bonnet. If you don't have one, you can always buy one at the fair. For men, headwear includes muffin caps, flat caps, felt hats, and straw hats. DON'T worry about wearing tights.
How much is the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire?
$65One person/class - $65 • Click here to purchase tickets. You must have a 2021 date-specific admission ticket for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire to access the Pub Crawl. Both Faire admission and Pub Crawl tickets are date specific, so be sure these dates match.
What can you not do at a Renaissance Faire?
The following items are not allowed at the Renaissance Pleasure Faire:Firearms, knives, razor blades, weapons or objects of any kind capable of causing harm are strictly forbidden. ... Recreational devices such as drones, remote control toys are prohibited.More items...
How do you speak at the Renaissance Faire?
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Can I wear purple to a Renaissance Faire?
Renaissance Fashion: Women's Clothing in Elizabethan England For royalty, velvet and velour are great fabrics that announce just how rich and royal you are (well, if you were in the 15th to 17th century, anyway). Be sure to use royal and rare colors of the time, such as purple, blue, and red. A suit of armor.
Can you wear steampunk to Renaissance Festival?
If you enjoy the Renaissance style of dress, you will love the possibilities of the Steampunk Costume. With a fresh new spin on your bustle or train, you'll have even more fun in a Steampunk dress or coat.
What should I dress up as for a Renaissance fair?
To dress for a renaissance fair, you'll want to find a loose-fitting outfit made of natural fabrics, like a medieval dress or tunic and pants. Decide what kind of character you want to dress as, like a peasant, pirate, wench, or nobleman. You can find a costume online or in a costume store.
Is the PA Renaissance Faire cash only?
Our food and drink booths are cash only. Each vendor on-site creates their own policy regarding credit cards (although most of them do accept cards nowadays).
Are dogs allowed at the PA Renaissance Faire?
The Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire will be held on weekends from August 3 through October 27. The entry fee is $5 for advance bookings and $10 on the event day. Dog passes must be purchased and required forms submitted 10 business days prior to your visit.
How big is the PA Renaissance Faire?
35 acresThe Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire is a Renaissance fair occurring over 13 weekends from early-August through late-October on the grounds of the Mount Hope Estate and Winery in Manheim, Pennsylvania....Pennsylvania Renaissance FaireArea35 acres (140,000 m2)Stages15Websitewww.parenfaire.com/faire.html6 more rows
2021 Themed Weekends
Each weekend throughout the Faire season will showcase a unique and exciting theme!
Themed Weekends at the 2021 PA Renaissance Faire
The castle gates swing wide August 21, and the Faire continues weekends plus Labor Day Monday through October 31! Each weekend throughout the Faire season will showcase an exciting and unique theme that offers a different experience every time.
Grand Opening
Join the Shirefolk and our beloved Majesty, Queen Elizabeth Regina Glorianna, as we swing wide the Castle Gates and kick off our 41st glorious season of the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire. • Grand Opening Daily Writ (Revels Schedule & Shire Map)
Pyrate Invasion
There comes a time in most lives when the need to raise the Black Flag arrises. Let out a hearty "ARRR" and allow your inner pyrate to set sail for the Shire of Mount Hope! • Pyrate Invasion Daily Writ (Revels Schedule & Shire Map)
Heroes Chivalry
The Shire gathers for the only 3-day weekend of the Faire season to honor modern-day heroes and their selfless sacrifices and courageous accomplishments. • Heroes Chivalry Daily Writ (Revels Schedule & Shire Map)
Wizarding & Time Travelers
The soothsayers have foreseen a chronological convergence of time travelers, magicians, doctors, wizards, treckers of the stars, the steam-punkified, slayers and many more fictions of science as this weekend enchants all visitors to the Shire. • Wizarding & Time Travelers Daily Writ (Revels Schedule & Shire Map)
Fantasy Weekend
The creations of imagination and inspiration converge on the Shire as the denizens celebrate the adventurous storytellers who dare to dream. • Fantasy Weekend Daily Writ (Revels Schedule & Shire Map)
Experience the Merriment at the PA Renaissance Faire
Welcome to the 38th annual Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire at Mount Hope Estate!
Food & Drink
28 of His Majesty’s Kitchens offer visitors a delicious selection of 16th century foods and traditional favorites, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free offerings. You can access their menu here.
Renaissance Faire Tickets and Passes
Check prices here for adults and children. You can order tickets online. And don’t forget their coupon!
Aaron Bonk
Machetes, whips, swords & fire-the hottest show in all the 'shire! Seriously ridiculous.
Alexander the Magician
Alexander is an awards-willing expert entertainer with over 20 years' experience in challenging the metaphysical for the amusement of others. From intimate New Orleans stages and exclusive New York soirees, to grand corporate banquets and riotous Italian chocolate festivals, Alexander...
Alpenlaenders
Founded in York, PA - Entertaining Alpine shows with unique audience participation.
American Highlander
American Highlander Kilts is a manufacturer and importer of traditional tartan and modern utility kilts, highland wear, and Scottish & Irish apparel.
Andrew Lesny Photography
Specializing in fantasy, cosplay, portrait and improvisational photography. Photographing at various renaissance festivals all over the United States. One on one and group shoots available, contact for more info.
Arthur Greenleaf Holmes
Scandalous. Licentious. Madly impolitic. And riotously funny. Stroll down the paisley corridors of iambic corruption as Arthur Greenleaf Holmes presents his villainous verse.
Barely Balanced Acrobats
They're back, diving through fire, hurling machetes, and testing the limits of natural selection! Don't miss seeing your favorite acrobats endanger their lives in this hilarious, award winning show.
What are the decorations at Mount Hope Mansion?
Beginning with the gigantic wreath hung over the golden knocker on the front door and throughout the first floor, the decorations echo the classic elegance and romantic sophistication of the Victorian era . Boughs of deliciously aromatic evergreens topped with velvet ribbons are strung from floor to ceiling and throughout the halls. Gigantic Victorian displays adorn the many mantles, while glowing candles twinkle in every window and throughout the outside grounds surrounding the Mansion. Opulent Christmas trees, the largest of which stands at an impressive 15 feet, are bedecked with the theme “The Color of Christmas.”#N#A special thanks to Carrie Emich-Wallace and her helpers—Judy, Grumpy, and Joan for the 100+ hours they dedicated to the Holiday decorations we enjoyed in 2020!#N#Come together with family and friends for merrymaking and good cheer during the annual Open House at Mount Hope Estate & Winery.#N#The historic Mount Hope Mansion is filled with unique architectural and design elements that reflect both the Federal and Victorian influences. Visit during the Open House and explore the mansion and surrounding area to take a closer look at these unique features!
Where is the merchant marketplace in Mount Hope?
The Merchant Marketplace can be found, free from outside elements, inside the first floor of the Barn & Barrel, home to Mount Hope Winery. Guests are invited to shop with a variety of merchants featuring handcrafted holiday wares and other items perfect for the gift-giving season. Also in the Marketplace, children are invited to whisper their Holiday wishes to Father Christmas and receive a gift from his helpers. The Merchant Marketplace is open 9AM-4:30PM during the Holiday Open House.
How many days are there in the 2021 Faire?
This includes 1 ticket per subscription for each of the 23 days of the Faire.
Is Mount Hope ticket refundable?
All tickets for 2021 Mount Hope Events are date specific with a limited capacity in order to maintain attendance levels for a better guest experience. Tickets are non-refundable. All events are rain or shine. Visit the Virtual Box Office.
Is the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable. The Faire is a rain or shine event. Visit the Virtual Box Office.