Travel Back In Time at Scarborough Renaissance Festival

Things To Do

Apr 7

For 45 years, Scarborough Renaissance Festival has transported visitors back to the 16th century. This iconic festival is filled with lively entertainment, creative artisanship, and plenty of interactive fun for people of all ages. I went to Scarborough Renaissance Festival for the first time last year and I had a blast. The medieval time period if one of my favorite historical eras to study and learn about so this was a dream come true. I highly recommend visiting this amazing festival.

*Scarborough Renaissance Festival 2026 runs Saturdays, Sundays and Memorial Day Monday from April 4 – May 25, 2026, 10AM – 7PM.

**For a detailed festival map, click HERE.

Themed Weekends

April 11-12: Artisan’s Showcase Weekend

This weekend highlights the heart of Scarborough’s artisan community. Guests are encouraged to slow down, watch live demonstrations and explore more than 200 handcrafted shoppes, celebrating the creativity and craftsmanship that define the Festival.

April 18-19: Barbarian Weekend

Barbarians invade the Village! A high-energy weekend that leans into feats of strength, bold characters and spirited competition. Costumed revelers, themed contests and immersive performances make this a favorite for guests who enjoy spectacle and playful pageantry.

April 25-26: Celtic Weekend/Deaf Awareness Day

Celtic music, dance and storytelling take center stage, filling the Village with pipes, drums and folk harmonies. Saturday includes Deaf Awareness Day, with select performances interpreted in American Sign Language, reinforcing the Festival’s commitment to accessibility for all.

May 2-3: Spring Celebration & Chivalry Weekend

Scarborough welcomes spring with floral adornments, fabulous hats, maypole dancing and village-wide celebrations of renewal. Guests are invited to take part in chivalry lessons and vow renewals, embracing traditions rooted in community and connection.

May 9-10: Flights of Fantasy Weekend

Fantasy takes flight as cosplay fans, fairy folklore enthusiasts and imaginative spirits fill the lanes. The weekend blends whimsical storytelling, costume contests and family-friendly activities. Children 12 and under are admitted free on Mother’s Day Sunday.

May 16-17: Legends of the Seas Weekend

The Legends of the Seas come alive as pirates, mermaids and nautical adventure take over the Village. Sea-themed games, scavenger hunts and costumed contests invite guests to embrace the lore and legend of the high seas. Don’t miss a special Royal Feast & Jubilee on Sunday, May 17th Only.

May 23-25: The Last Huzzah!

Come give one Last Huzzah as we close out our 45th Season with a grand celebration over the 3-day Weekend with Music, Merriment, & Magic throughout the Village of Scarborough! Memorial Day Monday features a Veterans Parade and Fallen Heroes Tribute, honoring active and retired military members with a presentation of colors and commemorative ceremony.

Entertainment

Each weekend at the festival features a wide variety of unique and engaging stage and lane shows. These entertainment staples are put on on by hundreds of talented individuals. Examples of the entertainment available to you include a Fire Whip Show, Birds of Prey demonstration, various Cirques, Juggling shows, multiple parades, Irish dancers, and of course, a Royal Joust! When you arrive at the festival, there will be handouts and brochures with the times of each and every show and its location.

Food & Drink

The Festival has 5 food court areas across the ground. Additionally, there is also a full-service restaurant on site, the Rose & Crown Inn, located in the Crown Meadows section of the festival. There are a multitude of food options to choose from including fish & chips, Scottish eggs, crab cakes, Shepherd’s pie, giant roasted turkey legs, fresh fruit, breads and pastries, street tacos and more. For a complete list of foods and where they are located, click HERE.

*Most food, beverage, and retail locations accept credit/debit cards, and many are now card-only. Some vendors, games, and rides require cash. ATMs are available on site for your convenience. I recommend having both cash and credit/debit cards with you during your visit.

Shopping

If you love supporting small businesses and discovering unique goods, Scarborough Renaissance Festival is full of places to shop to your heart’s content. There are shops selling apparel & accessories such as footwear, dresses, masks, and head dressings. Art vendors sell everything from glasswork and pottery to portraits, print & paper arts, and sculptures. There are service vendors where you can get face painting, fresh flowers, hair braiding, henna, and massages. Other stores include entrepreneurs selling castle adornments, games, jewelry, leather goods, metal goods, perfumes, soaps, toys, weapons and armor, and woodworking. For a full list of shops and vendors, click HERE.

Festival Information

🎟️ Admission prices (WITH FEES):

Adults
- 1-Day Admission Tickets (Ages 13+): $36.72
- 2-Day Weekend Pass: $64.80
- Season Pass: $155.00
Children
- 1-Day Admission Tickets (Ages 5-12): $16.20
- 2-Day Weekend Pass: $28.08
- Season Pass: $36.72
- Kids 4 and under are always FREE!