Run, don’t walk! There is still time to attend The 31st Annual Carolina Renaissance Festival & Artisan Marketplace! An Autumn festival celebrating family, fun, fundraising and feasts all in the same vicinity? Say no more!
Don’t miss out on a Carolina fairytale adventure like never before. Time travel through the wooded Village of Fairhaven where adventure awaits and imagination is encouraged. As the Carolina Renaissance Festival nears it’s concluding weekend, the last days to attend will be this Saturday, November 23rd and Sunday, November 24th. The event operates from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM each day, rain or shine (except for rare, unsafe conditions) so please plan to dress accordingly.
This immersive 16th-century European-style festival features a 25-acre open-air village filled with artisan markets, food, games, live entertainment, jousting tournaments, and much more. The festival boasts a wide variety of culinary delights including Giant turkey legs, a Renaissance staple, as well as mead, ales, and ciders served in themed taverns. If you are drawn toward a more interactive experience, you can let your imagination run wild by participating in people-powered rides, like the Giant Rocking Horse or the Barrel Rides, and test your skills in games such as axe-throwing and archery. Catch demonstrations of ancient crafts, like blacksmithing, glassblowing, and falconry, which provide insights into medieval life or explore kid-friendly attractions like storytelling, the Sea Fairy Mermaid exhibit, and puppet shows.
The Festival takes place at 16445 Poplar Tent Road, nestled in 325 acres of scenic woodlands just north of Charlotte. Tickets cost $34 for adults (ages 13 and up) and $20 for children (ages 5-12), with discounts available for military personnel and seniors. Parking is free, and tickets can be purchased online.
If you’re attending, arrive early for better parking and to maximize your experience! Learn more about activities, vendors, and ticket options on the festival’s official website. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned attendee, the Carolina Renaissance Festival offers a memorable experience for everyone!