The Connecticut Renaissance Faire in Lebanon brings jousting, delicious food, birds of prey, exciting events, and fun. Huzzah! Lords and Ladies, pray attend! The magic and enchantment of this 16th-century harvest festival returns in 2024 for its 25th year of mesmerizing guests. Here are a few things you can look forward to at this extraordinary Renaissance Faire near me!

Come One - Come All: Put on your best hat and attend the festivities on Saturdays and Sundays, Aug. 31 – Oct. 14, 2024!
Connecticut Renaissance Faire
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Enter a magical time with adventures beyond belief at the Renaissance Festival in CT. Enjoy the sights and sounds of a 16th-century harvest festival which opens with a grand celebration of Royal visitors to the shire.
Listen to mystical music on unique instruments or pick up your feet and dance as you hear the saucy songs and tales of local bards.
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You'll be amazed and awed as you watch shows on 12 stages featuring some of the most talented jugglers, magicians, acrobats, and fire dancers in New England.
Connecticut Renaissance Faire
The Connecticut Renaissance Faire/Facebook
We like the fact that all performances are included with an admission ticket.

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See knights and horses show off their skills and pageantry in the arena during spur-of-the-moment jousting events.
Connecticut Renaissance Faire
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You will also see fighters go armored toe to armored toe as they hit each other with no holds barred during the armored combat demos.
Don't forget about the Birds of Prey Show.
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The Connecticut Renaissance Faire/Facebook
You'll love seeing the beauty and majesty of these amazing birds as they hunt for lures and entertain the audience with their skills.
One of the best parts of the Renaissance Faire in Connecticut is the food: Indulge yourself in feasting that is fit for royalty.
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From savory pies to sweet treats, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Grab a giant turkey leg, pierogi, sausage, or some pulled pork and fries. We love the Turkish coffee and baklava. Indulge in a craft beer or local cider.
You'll even find a familiar face or two among the crowd.
Connecticut Renaissance Faire
The Connecticut Renaissance Faire/Facebook
Costumes are encouraged! You are invited to become one of the actors who portray a variety of knights, ladies, townsfolk, and travelers who welcome the English Court.

Connecticut Renaissance Faire offers more information on the website. Have you attended this exciting event? Please share your favorite memory in the comments below.

Find a costume to wear to the fair on Etsy. And while you’re there, book a campsite at the Water’s Edge Family Campground in Lebanon. 

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What are some of the best festivals in Connecticut?

  • Connecticut Food Truck Battles Festival (Wolcott): Dance to the live entertainment at this annual spring festival with five bands and laugh along with the jokes of six comedians! But we also come for the cuisine and with 50 food trucks — something good awaits!
  •  Apple Harvest Festival (Southington): Join the approximately 10,000 people each fall who attend this annual event that takes place over two weekends. Participate in some of the fun events, dance to the live entertainment, and try something new from one of the food vendors.
  • Fair Weather Growers’ Fall Festival (Cromwell): A Scarecrow walk, a corn maze, a hay ride, and farm animals are just some of the activities planned for this annual celebration of fall.
  • Strong Family Farm Annual Harvest Festival (Vernon):  Every October, folks mark their calendars for this festive autumn event. The exciting tradition features locally made crafts and great food.
  • Plainville Fire Company Hot Air Balloon Festival (Plainville): Shop for gifts at the craft and art vendors' booths, enjoy delicious food, a car show, magicians, live music, and, of course, balloon rides.

Where are some of the best farms to visit in Connecticut?

  • Deerfield Farm (Durham): Visit this lovely farm where the Jersey cows roam. The staff bottles Raw Jersey Milk straight from these gorgeous creatures and it is bottled several times per week.
  • Lavender Pond Farm (Killingworth): With more than 10,000 lavender plants on a sprawling 25-acre property, there isn't a better way to celebrate nature.

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