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Nebraska Renaissance Festivals

Nebraska Renaissance Festivals

Nebraska is home to 2 Renaissance Festivals and Medieval Faires, offering jousting, artisan crafts, period entertainment, and connections to the state's rich outdoor exploration opportunities including mushroom foraging, fossil hunting, and metal detecting.

Nebraska Renaissance Faire

Papillion, Nebraska · September · $12-18 adults

The Nebraska Renaissance Faire in Papillion near Omaha recreates a 16th-century European village with jousting, artisan vendors, live entertainment, and period food. The fall timing coincides with ple...

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Pioneer Days Renaissance Faire

Kearney, Nebraska · June · $12-20 adults

The Pioneer Days Renaissance Faire in Kearney blends prairie heritage with medieval European traditions along the historic Oregon Trail corridor. Period crafts, jousting, and pioneer demonstrations cr...

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How many Renaissance Festivals are in Nebraska?
Nebraska hosts 2 Renaissance Festivals and Medieval Faires throughout the year. The most popular include Nebraska Renaissance Faire, Pioneer Days Renaissance Faire.
When is the best time to attend a Renaissance Festival in Nebraska?
Renaissance Festivals in Nebraska typically run during September, June. Check individual festival dates as they vary year to year. Early in the season tends to have smaller crowds.
Are there treasure hunting activities at Nebraska Renaissance Festivals?
While no Nebraska festivals currently list dedicated treasure hunting activities, many festival sites are located near excellent public lands for metal detecting, mushroom foraging, and fossil hunting. Use TroveRadar to find nearby exploration sites.
What is the average admission price for Nebraska Renaissance Festivals?
Admission prices for Renaissance Festivals in Nebraska typically range from $12-18 adults to $12-20 adults. Many festivals offer discounts for children, seniors, and military. Some festivals offer season passes for frequent visitors.