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36th Annual Arizona Renaissance Festival

Arts and Entertainment

January 19, 2024

From: Arizona Renaissance Festival

The Renaissance Festival is a medieval outdoor amusement park, a 16-stage theatre, a 50-acre circus, an arts and crafts fair, a Jousting Tournament, and a feast, all rolled into one non-stop, day-long, family adventure.

Schedule of Events:

Entertainers at the Festival:

The Renaissance Festival is Arizona's winter destination for quality entertainment!

The village comes to life with costumed characters recreating a 16th century marketplace, including the Queen and her court. In addition, the 16 Festival stages have ongoing performances by Festival favorites.

Queen Katherine and the House of Exeter:

Queen Katherine & the Royal Family of the House of Exeter are arriving for their annual visit to Fairhaven and the village is buzzing with excitement! The Master of the Revels has planned a Festival celebration like no other with Jousting, Falconry, feasting and much much more!

Keep scrolling this page for a detailed list of all stage & lane acts and don’t miss your chance to see the Royal Family at:

The Royal Pavilion:

11:00 am: Royal Court Time
12:30 pm: Free Children’s Knighting Ceremony
1:30 pm: Special Event Contests / Storytime with the Queen
3:00 pm: Storytime with the Exeters

Local Yokel Village:

3:30 pm: Cooking Lessons with the Queen
4:00 pm: Town Dance

The Tournament Arena:

12:00 pm: A Joust for Royal Favor
2:30 pm: A Tournament of Champions
5:00 pm: A Joust to the Death

The Jousters! - Aventail Productions:

The Age of Chivalry is Alive! You will be amazed by the spectacle of two tons of horse, knight, and armor galloping onto the field and preparing to do battle with ten-foot lances. Spectators will revel in the melee of falls, fights, and galloping horses. Cheer for your knight in the 5,000 seat arena of champions as they battle for the highest score in the original sport of Kings!

The Jousters! ignite all the spectacle and pageantry of the chivalric age. Armored knights compete in a three-part jousting tournament in a true test of skill, courage and horsemanship.

Each joust is unique and an authentic quest for victory…until the end of the final joust, where tempers flare and they perform a realistic recreation of a fight to the death!

Jousting Tournaments are held three times a day!

12:00 pm: A Joust for Royal Favor
2:30 pm: A Tournament of Champions
5:00 pm: A Joust to the Death

When the joust is over, stop by and meet your champion and his steed at the arena entry!

Adam Crack, Fire Whip Show:

From musical whips and exploding soda cans to flaming whips it is easy to see why Adam holds multiple Guinness World Records. All ages will be impressed by his amazing skills, Adam truly is a Whip Master.

You can find Adam at the Falconer’s Heath!

Allen-a-Dale:

Minstrel and fiddler that plays a variety of Renaissance fiddle tunes.

You can find Allen in the lanes!

The Ancient Art of Falconry:

A variety of birds-of-prey, some endangered, display the unique skills that enraptured nobles long ago and made falconry the sport of kings.

You can find them at the Falconer’s Heath!

The Angels:

The Angels (Heroines in Disguise) are a singing, sword-fighting, comedy adventure show! These outrageous characters are on a mission to empower and entertain as each tale they tell contains a heartfelt message cleverly wrapped in witty innuendo, geeky puns, and glorious shenanigans. Come join the fun as the Angels fight for what's right - and put the lewd back in ludicrous.

You can find them at Dancing Pig Pub!

Barely Balanced:

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. The day starts with their "Sharp Knives and Stupid Humans" and ends with the incredible "Fiery Extravaganza". Come laugh, cheer, and become a part of the action!

You can find Barely Balanced at Fairhaven Theatre!

Bathos the Muse:

We deeply mourn the passing of Eddie Jeff Cahill.

When the Festival opened 36 years ago Bathos was there performing beautiful music in our village and he has been part of every season since. His warm and gentle spirit will forever be missed.

In memory of a musical legend and our friend.

Bovine de Hunchback Troll:

Come find this crooked, cranky, ole hunchback trolling and squeaking the lanes! He wants to warn you now, "Beware of the P!”

You can find Bovine in the lanes!

Celtic Reenactment Organization of Fellowship & Trades (C.R.O.F.T.):

Our goal is to promote fellowship while researching the lifestyles and trades appropriate to the Celtic Peoples from 400 BC until 1746 AD. CROFT promotes a feeling of family and fellowship which was a reality in earlier times. CROFT is a family-oriented and kid-friendly organization.

You can find CROFT at Thistlewood Cottage!

The Circus Siren Pod - Live Mermaids!

Meet the world-famous mermaids of the Circus Siren Pod, recently featured in the Netflix show Merpeople. The Circus Siren Pod is a group of professional water artists who perform across the country and internationally. They bring a magical show to audiences of all ages. Transported to our village by a friendly pirate crew who stands by to educate you about all things mermaid, witness the wonder of these magical merfolk, and maybe even leave with a real pearl!

You can find Mermaids at the Sea Fairies Grotto!

Cirque du Sewer:

You may recognize the trained rats, cats, and acro-human of Cirque du Sewer from their feature on “ Ripleys Believe It or Not?”, or from their national and international tv appearances, including a standing ovation and multiple rounds on America’s Got Talent. But watching them live at a renaissance faire is even more thrilling because we can’t edit out when cats are jerks! Melissa combines her skills with the talents of her rescue animals, creating complicated obstacle courses for the rats, dancing with cats, and balancing upside down on a half-inch slack rope.

You can find Cirque du Sewer on Rialto Stage!

Comedius de Marbelous - Living Statue:

There are many Living Statues, but there is Only one Lively Statue and his name is Comedius de Marbleous. Keep an eye out for this Living Marble Marvel. He has an aversion to pigeons, but he's not camera shy at all. He's all about photo ops with young, old, and those as ancient as he (he was sculpted in 1457).

You can find Comedius in the lanes!

The CRAIC Show:

This Celtic barbarian band of minstrels features roguish vocals, rhythmic bouzouki, harmonizing violin, thunderous percussion and medieval bagpipes. The CRAIC Show is a fresh, high energy, heavy medieval good time! See them on the Mêlée Stage.

You can find CRAIC at Melee Stage!

The Danseries:

Performing historical dances from royal courts of the Renaissance, the troupe recreates the dances of old. The dances performed range from round dances that include children to intricate couples’ dances designed to woo. The Danseries can teach you courtly dances of the era, feel Free to watch or join in the fun!

You can find them behind Middleshire Stage!

Ded Bob Sho:

Join Ded Bob, his dog, and his dummy Sluj for some laughs and old school shenanigans. Above ground for Only 4 sho's a day. Come see why Bobs Ded-Pan comedy has been killing since the early 14th century.

You can find Ded Bob at Boat House Stage!

Diva Alaura - Sorceress of Song:

Spend a moment with Diva Alaura and be mesmerized by her unique voice as she proffers a repertoire of lilting songs from yore to present day. Sorceress of Song enchants many with her foreign tales of magic, tragedy, and love. She will also amaze you with her graceful movements using various exotic dance props.

You can find Alaura in the lanes!

Don Juan and Miguel:

The charming Prince of Spain and his faithful man servant have traveled to Fairhaven as ambassadors from their native land. The great swordsman and master of the whip will amaze and amuse with tales of the duo’s many adventures.

You can find them at Palace Theatre!

Don Quixote - Reimagined:

Don Quixote, reimagined, combines the world famous elements of Cervantes’ classic novel with an upbeat comic twist. Positive, energetic, and kid-accessible; he patrols the lanes protecting patrons from giants, dragons, and monsters. Don't be surprised if he enlists your help to serenade someone, attack a monster disguised as a rock or tree, or perform a noble deed in the honor of Lady Dulcinea!

You can find Don Quixote in the lanes!

Dora Viellette:

Dora Viellette will take you through time with an intriguing array of music on the hurdy gurdy, and will happily tell you her favorite music history facts for good measure! From classics of the Medieval and Renaissance to traditional Celtic and Folk favorites, her blend of sounds and songs will tempt your ears, make you want to stay for a spell, and leave you wanting to hear more.

You can find Dora at Three Tree Green, near the Local Yokels village, and in the lanes!

Dream Hayven Farm:

Welcome to the farm! Come experience a part of history that bridges the gap between olden days and modern agriculture. A family farm that travels to Fairhaven with their entourage of friendly and diverse animals that love to meet new people. Visit the farm to pet and get pictures with all the animals, including the Unicorn!

You can find them at Fairhaven Farm!

Fairhaven Morris Dancers:

Bells! Axe Handles! Razor-sharp handkerchiefs! See this locally-based English Folk Dance troupe. Morris Dancing is a proud English tradition and they love performing traditional dances with a 'Fairhaven' spin. Morris may be their specialty but keep a look out for their Hobby Horse, Danse Macabre and Abbot's Bromley Horn Dance, all during the Festival day!

You can find them at Royal Pavilion and Teatro de la Rosa!

The Feast Masters - Captain Rook and Grace O’Malley:

Meet the Feast masters at the legendary Pleasure Feast, a limited attendance special event held twice daily each festival day at the Feast Hall. But fair warning - Pirates have taken over the hall, so every dish and drink will be seasoned with a side of wicked, bawdy humor. Toss in surprise entertainment throughout your meal and you have yourself a raucous good time!

You can find them at the Feast Hall!

Fireflicker the Dragon:

Fireflicker is a curious young dragon who wanders the streets of the festival looking for shiny things to hoard, and is always excited to meet all the knights and princesses of the realm. They may even share some dragon gold with those who also have magic in their hearts!

You can find Fireflicker in the lanes!

World Music and Dance:

Ghazaal Beledi is a world fusion belly dance troupe with choreographies ranging from Middle Eastern belly dance, East Indian Bhangra, Bollywood and Rajasthani, to Irish dance, Spanish-influenced skirt and fan dances, and to props such as sword and fire, Ghazaal Beledi is a high-energy fusion of passion, music and fun!

You can find them at Palace Theatre!

The Green Man:

Watch for Cliff Spenger's Green Man as it is a delight to behold. Equal parts mythical and environmental, the Green Man is a great opportunity for family tree photos.

You can find the Green Man in the lanes near the Royal Pavilion!

Harpist Sarah Marie Mullen:

Sarah has been delighting audiences for years as a touring and recording artist. Her masterful playing and innovative arrangements have made her a favorite all over the country. Combining a personal, playful style of performance that often blends music with storytelling, she has been called “a master at her craft who brings a bit of whimsy to the typically serious instrument”.

You can find Sarah in the lanes near New World Joust!

Harrom the Sage:

Harrom the sage travels with his exotic didgeridoos, and numerous percussion instruments to inspire joyous dancing, and reconnection with joy, and revelry. He works his magic to co-create an environment suitable for ecstatic expressions of movement, toe-tapping and head-bobbing.

You can find Harrom at Queen’s Green!

Hey Nunnie Nunnie:

Mother Redempta and Sister Philomenia of the Sisterhood of the Wailing Souls have come to offer counsel to the visitors to the village. In their reverently irreverent way they will have you wailing with laughter.

You can find them at Middleshire Stage!

Iron Hill Vagabonds:

Rousing pub songs, dancing fiddle tunes, and ballads that will pluck at your heartstrings, all delivered with tight sibling harmonies. The traditional Irish music of Iron Hill Vagabonds, will be sure to bring a joy that may last a lifetime.

You can find them at the New stage, Mynstrel’s Roost!

Jamila Lotus Dance Canivale:

The Jamila Lotus Dance Carnivale performs original choreography and daring feats of skill, featuring the live music of their dynamic Band of Eternal Souls!

You can find Jamila Lotus at Dancing Pig Pub!

Jeremiah Wiggins Faerie Lore Magician:

Magician, storyteller, and human ambassador to the faerie realm. While Jeremiah seems to be a human fantasy jukebox, his true agenda is educating folk in the needs of the little people and getting himself elected again. He is recognizable by his very large mushroom, the smallest stage in the shire. If you don’t believe in faeries before you have met Wiggins, you most likely will after!

You can find Jeremiah in the lanes!

Jeremy Graeff, Troubadour:

Jeremy Graeff has travelled far and wide collecting Medieval and Renaissance songs. Every show is an adventure through the magical melodies and bewitching ballads of the European past! Joining Jeremy for his first season at Arizona Renaissance Festival is the talented multi-instrumentalist Mark Williams who has performed at the Festival previously!

You can find them at Monk’s Park!

Juggling Geoff:

A showman who is devoted to expanding upon the wonderment of children and adults, Juggling Geoff! He is a juggler, physical comedian, puppeteer, international champion street performer and variety entertainer that is both mesmerizing and enchanting. Come and join the master of mayhem and witness the flurry of fire that is Juggling Geoff!

You can find Geoff at Carnevale Stage!

Knotty Nauticals:

Join Pirate Shantyman and Bonnie Lass, in a non stop fun and crowd interactive comedy show! Filled with amazing fire eating, rope walking, and comedy their show delights all! Last show is Naughty and Rated LC!

You can find them at Pan’s Oasis!

Lady Prudence:

Lady Prudence, the Court Composer, sings Songs for All Occasions! Prepare to join the band with percussion for a peppy tune, or relax to a dulcet lullaby with lilting harp and sweet soprano. Meet her under her tree near the Royal Pavilion for a bit of song and to earn her Favour.

You can find Lady Prudence on King’s Kitchen Green!

The Langer’s Ball:

This two-piece Irish Folk-punk band, has been writing, touring and performing for over 15 years. Playing their own brand of traditional pub songs and original material, their sound is harder-hitting and bigger than you’d expect it ever could be. With a thumping beat and a flurry of notes and harmonies, you’ll dash to fill your mug and cheer for more.

You can find them at the NEW stage, Mynstrel’s Roost!

London Broil Show:

The London Broil “Core Audience” cheers as three comical comrades juggle with knives, clubs, and fire! They have performed thousands of shows together and have the perfect recipe for a hilarious, charming and innovative mix of Free-flow comedy and spectacular team juggling. The London Broil Show: Comedy and Juggling, Well Done.

You can find them at Middleshire and Rialto Stages!

Sword Swallowing Show:

A unique blend of magic, sword swallowing and comedy. Lynx is a veteran when it comes to performing at Renaissance festivals across the country. Not Only is there audience interaction and participation but a strong positive message at the end. From death defying feats of amazement to bewildering moments that just can't be explained, The Lynx Show is sure to thrill you! So, don't miss out, be part of the fun!

You can find Lynx at Carnevale Stage!

The Moral Compass:

The Moral Compass challenge all to bring their own Divine Knowledge to the totally-not-rigged improv comedy game show… TICKET TO PARADISE! Hosted by the man best described as "unqualified with the best intentions", Cardinal Guido Consigliere, and featuring the surprisingly outgoing anchoresses, Winnifred and Dirt, the Deep Friar himself, Solomon Gris, and a slew of surprise clergymen. It's the biggest knowledge drop since Eve ate the apple!

You can find them at Royal Pavilion!

Mother and Father Goose:

Meet Mother & Father Goose and all of their feathered friends. Drop by to say hello or stay to pet or hug their beautiful loving birds.

You can find them at Mother Goose’s house near Middleshire Stage!

Niblick and Mashie - Heralds of MyeBumm:

Come and enjoy the witty and absurd banter of your favorite father and son town heralds! Laugh until your cheeks hurt as they regale you with stories from the small town of MyeBumm. Prepare to enjoy the Festival’s number ONE number TWO show!

You can find them at Teatro de la Rosa and Dancing Pig Pub!

P.C. the Adventurer:

Whether a fresh newbie looking for a group, or a seasoned regular on the prowl, keep your passive perception open for P.C.! He is always willing to negotiate XP for the next big questline or just swap war stories of other fellow adventurers. Come see what he brings to the table top.

You can find P.C. in the lanes!

Pirouette the Magical Dancer:

Pirouette the Magical Dancer lives in a Magical Music Box and brings to life a world of wonder for kids, and kids at heart. Visit her music box to witness Pirouette spring to life and dance and spin before your eyes! Share a dance with her if you would like, and if you're lucky she might just reach right into the sky and gift you a Magical Star of Bravery!

You can find Pirouette at Three Tree Green, near the Local Yokels Village!

Primrose the Fairy:

Primrose is Twig’s fairy best friend and like Twig, she travels the Land of Real spreading joy and magic!

You can find Primrose at Twig’s Fairy Shop and in the lanes!

The Puppies of Penzance:

This brisk, energetic act takes audiences on a jolly trip on a pirate ship manned by pups. Always a favorite, audiences will be blown away by this merry band of mutts and will watch with baited breath to see if Poochie will really walk the plank.

You can find them at Palace Theatre!

Query the Riddlemaster:

Do you enjoy wordplay that twists your mind and tickles your fancy? Query shares riddles, puzzles, and stories for all ages. Tarry for a moment, or an hour, and let him delight and entertain you with thought-provoking riddles delivered in a bardic style.

You can find Query on the green by Vegetable Justice!

Rambling Sailors:

Both successful soloists in their own right, Gregg Csikos and Susan Hickey performed for over a decade individually before meeting and forming Rambling Sailors. Now with their combined experiences of music and sailing, a repertoire of hundreds of songs, and harmonies that please the ear and lift the spirit, Rambling Sailors is on a mission to bring traditional sea music, history and stories to the stage, delivered in the style that inspired generations of sailors to go to sea.

You can find them at Monk’s Park!

The Raven:

This black feathered bird man, flies on top of a ball. He swoops down and invites the audience into his world of “eggs-traordinary” magic. The Raven has been flying over crowds across the country for nearly 30 years.

You can find The Raven in the lanes!

The Reelin’ Rogues:

From the hills and the seas come The Reelin’ Rogues, a bardic band of rebels committed to upholding the monuments of the Celts just as they have been handed down throughout history, in song. You will see daring feats of vocal strength, breathtaking stunts of drumming speed and magical moments of melodic mystery. Their grand, sweeping epics and audience participation celebrates the history of the Celts in a way that cannot be experienced anywhere else.

You can find them at the New stage, Mynstrel’s Roost!

The Renaissance Men:

Join Pub Crawl Masters Rowland and Florian in an exciting and hilarious stage show! Storytelling, jokes, swords, puns, excitement, musical numbers, the occasional bit of tasteful physical violence, you never know what you're in store for when The Ren Men take the stage. But one thing's for certain, you'll leave laughing!

You can find them at Royal Pavilion and Teatro de la Rosa!

Shamus the Insulter:

Shamus wanders the lanes offering his impressive services as a professional insulter. His fabulously pointed barbs will leave you laughing long after he has disappeared!

You can find Shamus in the lanes!

Supernova the Strongwoman:

Trained by Cirque du Soleil coaches, Supernova the Strongwoman amazes audiences with insane feats of strength, daredevil acrobatics, and the wanton destruction of perfectly good steel! The whole family can join this cyclone of laughter, gasping, cheering, and DEMOLITION!!!

You can find Supernova at Fairhaven Theatre!

Tartanic:

A band on the edge that fills a much needed niche in Celtic music performance, taking tunes out of the session and into the sensational with their own brand of humor and theatrics. This is not just music... this is an interactive spectacle brought to you by... MEN WITHOUT PANTS!

You can find Tartanic at Falconer’s Heath, Middleshire Stage, Royal Pavilion, and Rialto Stage!

Tenacious DnD:

Randal Piper is back to share a glimpse into the musical mind of chaos! Join him in crafting never-before heard critical hits as he takes you on a unique, improvised musical adventure. Come rock and roll with advantage and leave with some Bardic Inspiration!

You can find Randal at Monk’s Park and in the lanes!

Please note: Randal will not be performing on Feb. 3-4.

Three Guys and a Bunch of Drums:

The magic is in the title, these three men will dazzle you with their percussion skills and energetic attitudes. Always fun for the whole family!

You can find them at Mud Stage!

The Toasted Clover:

Get ready for some rowdy Celtic fun with your favorite Irish Bard! The Toasted Clover Show features tons of traditional Irish tunes, hilarious original songs, and a whole lot more!

You can find them at Monk’s Park!

Please note: Toasted Clover will not be performing on Mar. 2-3 or Mar. 23-24.

Tortuga Twins:

Outrageously unpredictable and unstoppably hilarious, these three “Twins” tell tales and create laughter by making the audience the star of the show. The Robin Hood and Snow White shows were written to be fun for the whole family. Big Bad Wolf and Captain Morgan are “PG” fun and for the very bold, the R-rated Sword Fighting and Stupidity show is sure to titillate and never disappoint.

You can find them at Boat House Stage!

Twig the Fairy:

Twig is a curious, lively woodland sprite who embodies childlike innocence and wonder. Her bashful mannerisms and graceful flitting movement create a whimsical space that she warmly invites everyone to share.

You can find Twig at Twig’s Fairy Shop and in the lanes!

The Twinstrels:

Twin minstrels Snickety von Scurvy and Sforza von Sumption love nothing more than making great music together! Bringing a mix of traditional folk melodies and their own unique compositions to the festival, this sibling duo is sure to put a smile on your face!

You can find them at Queen’s Green and in the lanes!

Washing Well Wenches:

Love, Laugh, Launder... Repeat. Doing the laundry has never been so much fun! Come for some good clean fun with two wet, dirty women! Gerty and Sprout will be putting men to work for a full half hour, giving the ladies of the Village a well-deserved break. Bring your beer and someone special... or just bring your beer. And remember, what happens at the washpit, stays at the washpit."

You can find them at Pan’s Oasis!

The Wyld Men:

The Wyld Men present a hilarious, fun-for-all ages feast for the imagination that stands alone in the comedic landscape. Come see this rollicking ‘Live Cartoon’ with its riveting rhythmic soundtrack, wacky sounds effects, captivating slow-motion fights, and astounding and magical muddy special effects!

You can find them at Mud Stage!

Zilch the Torysteller:

With tales like "Jomeo & Ruliet" and "Tairy Fales", you'll hang on his every word, enjoying stories told “trippingly on the tongue”.

You can find Zilch at Middleshire Stage!

Stage Schedule:

The Jousters!!

12:00 p.m: A Joust for Royal Favor
2:30 p.m: A tournament of Champions
5:00 p.m: Joust to the Death

Cheer your champions as they take up lance and sword in the original Sport of Kings! This is a three-part performance with the final show of the day at 5:00pm featuring a realistic re-creation of a joust to the death.

11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm and 4:00pm: Glassblowing Demonstrations (Next to the Teatro de la Rosa Stage)

11:00am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm: The Green Man (By the Royal Pavilion)

The Mud Stage:

10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm and 3:00pm: Three Guys and a Bunch of Drums

11:15am, 12:45pm, 2:15pm and 3:45pm: The Wyld Men - A Muddy Comedy Adventure

Melee Stage:

11:15am, 1:15pm, 3:00pm and 4:15pm: The Craic Show - The Big Bang

Fairehaven Theatre:

Don Juan and Miguel
10:15 am: The Renaissance Man

Barely Balanced
11:00am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm: Sharp Knives and Stupid Humans
3:30 pm: Fiery Extravaganza

11:45 am, 1:15pm and 2:45pm: Supernova the Strongwoman

4:15pm: The Renaissance Men-Swordplay and Comedy

5:45 pm: Drum Jam

Rialto Stage:

11:45am, 1:15pm and 2:45pm: Cirque du Sewer - Trained Cats and Rats
4:15pm: Fire Cat Finale!!

London Broil:
12:30 pm and 2:00 pm: Juggling Well Done
3:30 pm: The Last Show

Tartanic:
5:35 pm: Men Without Pants

Carnevale Stage:

11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm: Juggling Geoff - The One-Man Circus

11:45am, 1:15pm, 2:45pm and 4:15pm: The Lynx's Comedy Sword Swallowing Show

Teatro De La Rosa:

11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm: Glassblowing Demonstration (next door)

11:45am and 3:15pm: Niblick and Mashie - Heralds of MyeBumm

1:15pm: The Renaissance Men! - Swordplay and Comedy

1:15pm and 4:45pm: Fairhaven Morris Dancers

Middleshire Stage:

10:30 a.m: London Broil - Juggling Well Done

11:00am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm: Zilch the Torysteller - Comic Confusion (LC)

11:30am, 12:45pm, 2:45pm, 4:15pm: Hey Nunnie Nunnie! - Silly Songs of Counseling

12:15pm and 2:15pm: Tartanic - Combustible Bagpipes and Drums

Pan's Oasis:

Knotty Nauticals (LC)
11:15am, 12:45pm, 2:15pm: Pirates on Fire (LC)
3:45pm: The Naughty Show (LC)

12:00am, 1:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:30pm: Washing Well Wenches (LC)

Royal Pavilion:

10:30am: Fairhaven Morris Dancers

11:00am: Royals at Court

11:30am, 2:00pm and 3:30pm: The Moral Compass - Ticket to Paradise Game

12:00pm: Fairhaven Foolsical - Singing Jesters

12:30 pm: Children's Knighting Ceremony

1:30 pm: Storytime with the Queen and Contests

2:30pm: Lord Mayor's Spice Told Tales

3:00pm: Royal Storytime with the Exeters

4:45 pm: Tartanic - Blown Up and Beaten

5:30pm: Merry-PArt Sing-Along with The Renaissance Men

The Falconers Heath:

10:30 am: Tartaric - Bagpipes for Breakfast

11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:00pm and 3:30pm: Adam Crack - Fire Whip Show

12:00pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm and 5:00pm: The Ancient Art of Falconry

The Palace Theatre:

10:45am, 11:45am, 1:30pm and 2:30pm: Ghazaal Beledi - "World Music and Dance

12:15pm, 2:00pm and 3:45pm: Puppies of Penzance - The Pirate Pups!

Don Juan and Miguel:

12:45 pm: The Renaissance Man
3:00 pm: Don Juan in Heck!
4:15 pm: The Weird Show (LC)

Dancing Pig Pub:

11:00am, 1:30pm, 3:00pm and 4:00pm: Jamila Lotus Dance Carnivale

11:30am, 2:00pm, 3:30pm and 4:30pm: The Angels - Nerdy, Dirty and Flirty (LC)

1:00pm: Niblick and Mashie - Heralds of MyeBumm

Boat House Stage:

10:45am, 12:15pm, 1:45pm and 3:15pm: The Ded Bob Sho (LC)

Tortuga Twins:

11:30 am: One Down, Three to Go (LC)
1:00 pm: Two Down, Two to Go (LC)
2:30 pm: Dos Mas! (LC)
4:00 pm: Swordfighting and Stupidity (LC)

Monk's Park:

10:30am, 12:00pm, 2:00pm, 4:30pm: Jeremy Graeff - Magical Folk Melodies

11:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:30pm: The Toasted Clover - Rowdy Celtic Bard

11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:00pm: The Rambling Sailors - Nautical Tunes & Shanties

12:30pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm: Randal Piper Presents: Tenacious DnD

Mynstrel's Roost:

11:00am, 12:30pm, 2:00pm, 3:30pm: Iron Hill Vagabonds - Upbeat Celtic Music

11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm, 4:00pm: The Reelin' Rogues - Celtic Battle Songs

12:00pm, 1:30pm, 3:00pm, 4:30pm: The Langer's Ball - Irish Folk Punk

Themed Weekends:

February 3 - 4, 2024: It’s Opening Weekend!

Guest Authors:
Summer Hanford - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

February 10 - 11, 2024: Renaissance and Romance Weekend

Valentine’s For the Queen - Both Days
Bring a Valentine to the Box Office for the Queen on Feb. 10 or 11 to receive a Free Child Admission (ages 5-12, $22 value).

Deaf Awareness Day - Saturday Only
Come Eat, Drynk, Sign & Be Merry

Chivalry and Romance - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion

Queen Katherine and Prince Simon invite YOU to partake, listen, learn about the customs of the 16th Century, thoughts about Romance, Chivalry and how you went about wooing a partner…Renaissance style!

Guest Authors:
Darci Cole - Both Days
Samantha Hickey - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

February 17 - 19, 2024: Royalty Weekend

Royal Pride Day - Sunday Only

Queen Katherine’s Birthday Surprise - Monday Only
Kids Free ($22 value, ages 5-12) when you bring a Birthday Card for the Queen to the Festival Box Office.

Contests - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion
Child’s Princess Contest - Saturday Only
Presented by Enchanted Dream Parties.

Adult Pride Contest - Sunday Only
Showcase your Costume and Pride with a dash of color! (Adults Only 18 plus)

Guest Authors:
Natalie Wright - Saturday Only
Erin Hunt Rado - Sunday and Monday Only
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

February 24 - 25, 2024: Time Traveler’s Weekend

AZ Tardis - Both Days
The Tardis is landing at the Arizona Renaissance Festival this weekend!

Contests - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion
Time Travelers Contest - Saturday Only
Multiverse Contest - Sunday Only

Guest Authors:
Michael Stackpole - Both Days
Robert Vardeman - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

March 2 - 3, 2024: Pirates and BrewFest Weekend

BrewFest! - Both Days

BrewFest from Noon to 4:00pm!

BrewFest at Arizona Renaissance Festival offers an unparalleled experience, where beer lovers and Renaissance enthusiasts alike can come together to savor a taste of history and enjoy an unforgettable day of camaraderie and indulgence.

BrewFest happens inside the Village Green which is located inside the Festival gates to your left upon entry! This popular annual event allows you to take delight in a self-guided flight of beers and meads in an atmosphere of merriment and revelry.

You don’t want to miss the toe-tapping music of our featured band, The Langer’s Ball! The festivities also feature a variety of games to play and special character appearances throughout the event.

Get a sneak peek at some of the tastes available at BrewFest!

The fun starts at noon and ends at 4:00pm.

BrewFest is open to everyone at the Festival without an additional ticket. For those wanting to sample the wonderful variety of brews, the cost of a tasting ticket is $30.00 for 7 pours of beer or mead.

Must be 21 years of age to partake in the tasting. Tasting Tickets are purchased at the entrance of the event, cash Only!

The Last Chance To Purchase tasting tickets is at 3:15pm and Last Call for beverage samples is at 3:45pm.

Kids Need to Read - Both Days
Kids Free ($22 value, ages 5-12) with 2 new books donated to the Kids Need to Read booth at the faire.

Contests - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion
Child Pirate Costume Contest - Saturday Only
Presented by Kids Need to Read
Adult Pirate Costume Contest - Sunday Only

Guest Authors:
Tao Baker - Both Days
Benny Aguirre - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

March 9 - 10, 2024: Artisan Appreciation, and Wizards and Wonder Weekend

Artisan Appreciation - Both Days
It’s a Shoppers Paradise! Shop and earn tickets for a return visit!

Contests - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion
Childs Mythical Creature Contest - Saturday Only
Adult Sorcerer’s Contest - Sunday Only

Guest Authors:
Ann Chamberlin - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

March 16 - 17, 2024: Celtic Weekend

Contests - 1:30pm at the Royal Pavilion
Celtic Legends and Lore Contest - Saturday Only
Wearin’ ‘O the Green Contest - Sunday Only

Guest Authors:
Tim Facciola - Saturday Only
Brooke Brown - Sunday Only
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

March 23 - 24, 2024: Viking Invasion Weekend

Guest Authors:

Jacob Devlin - Both Days
Ronald Tobin - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

March 30 - 31, 2024: Hop on Out to Final Weekend

Superstition Food Bank - Both Days
Kids Free ($22 value, ages 5-12) with 3 non-perishable food items donated to the Superstition Community Food Bank booth at the faire.

Guest Authors:
Sharon A. Skinner - Both Days
Authors can be found at Ann Chamberlin's Book Shop, Booth #171

Dates: February 3, 2024 - March 31, 2024

Hours: 10:00 a.m - 6:00 p.m.

Location:

Arizona Renaissance Festival Ground,
12601 East US Highway 60,
Gold Canyon, AZ 85118.

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