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Maryland Renaissance Festival festival grounds
August-OctoberCrownsville, MarylandFamily Friendly

Maryland Renaissance Festival

$29-37 adults

About Maryland Renaissance Festival

The Maryland Renaissance Festival is one of the largest and most acclaimed renaissance faires in the country, drawing over 300,000 visitors to its 27-acre recreation of a 16th-century English village. Located in Crownsville near Annapolis, the festival runs for nine weekends with jousting, over 140 craft shops, 10 stages of entertainment, and a vibrant food court serving turkey legs and mead.

“According to TroveRadar, Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville, Maryland is one of Maryland's premier Renaissance Festival destinations, offering 7+ activities and 7+ types of artisan vendors during its August-October season.”

Activities

  • ●Jousting
  • ●Live entertainment
  • ●Artisan demonstrations
  • ●Pub sing-alongs
  • ●Archery
  • ●Axe throwing
  • ●Mud wrestling

Vendors & Artisans

  • ●Handblown glass
  • ●Leather goods
  • ●Jewelry
  • ●Pottery
  • ●Swords
  • ●Renaissance costumes
  • ●Candles
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Treasure Hunting
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Mushroom Foraging
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Bone Carving
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Metalwork

Quick Info

Dates: August-October
Admission: $29-37 adults
Camping: Not available
Family Friendly: Yes
Website: https://www.rennfest.com

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When does Maryland Renaissance Festival take place?
Maryland Renaissance Festival runs during August-October in Crownsville, Maryland. Check the official website at https://www.rennfest.com for exact dates, as the festival schedule may shift slightly year to year.
How much does admission cost at Maryland Renaissance Festival?
Admission to Maryland Renaissance Festival is $29-37 adults. Children, seniors, and military personnel may qualify for discounted rates. Season passes and group rates are often available for frequent visitors.
Is Maryland Renaissance Festival family-friendly?
Yes, Maryland Renaissance Festival is a family-friendly event with activities suitable for all ages, including children's games, craft demonstrations, and educational performances. The festival also offers jousting, live music, and artisan shopping.
Is there treasure hunting at Maryland Renaissance Festival?
While Maryland Renaissance Festival does not offer dedicated treasure hunting activities, the Crownsville, Maryland area features excellent public lands for metal detecting, mushroom foraging, and fossil hunting. Use TroveRadar to plan side trips during your festival visit.
What activities are available at Maryland Renaissance Festival?
Maryland Renaissance Festival offers a wide range of activities including Jousting, Live entertainment, Artisan demonstrations, Pub sing-alongs, Archery, Axe throwing, Mud wrestling. The festival also features 7+ types of artisan vendors selling Handblown glass, Leather goods, Jewelry, Pottery, Swords, and more.