Ohio Renaissance Festival
Step back in time to 16th century England with costumed characters, medieval jousting, giant turkey legs, artisan shops, and a different theme every week.
Event details
Sat, Sep 05 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sun, Sep 06 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Mon, Sep 07 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sat, Sep 12 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sun, Sep 13 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sat, Sep 19 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sun, Sep 20 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sat, Sep 26 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Sun, Sep 27 2026
10:30am - 7:00pm
Ohio Renaissance Festival
Ren Fest 2026
SEPTEMBER 5 – NOVEMBER 1, 2026
Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor Day Monday
10:30am - 7:00pm
Prepare thyself for a non-stop, day-long adventure!
Queen Elizabeth and over 150 costumed characters invite you to this 30-acre re-created 16th Century English village where you can enjoy over 400 years of fun in a single day! Featuring 52 shows, 18 stages, over 170 unique arts and crafts shops, hearty food and drink fit for Kings, games of skill and human-powered rides to amuse all ages, the Ohio Renaissance Festival offers something for everyone!
The most unique shopping experience found anywhere!
Throughout the 30-acre village Marketplace you’ll find over 135 world-class artisans featuring hand made wares such as clothing, jewelry, pottery, weaponry, home décor, art, and more. Demonstrations of time honored crafts like coin striking, glass blowing, stone carving, leather tooling, boot making, candle making, blacksmithing, metalsmithing, and weaving can also be seen.
Themed Weekends for 2026
OPENING WEEKEND: September 5 — 7, 2026
We’re so excited to welcome you back to the village! Come out and play for an extra day! We’re open Saturday, Sunday, and Labor Day!
FANTASY WEEKEND: September 12 — 13, 2026
All things fantastical come to life this weekend! Join the Witches of Willy Nilly and the fairies as they enchant the village.
PIRATES WEEKEND: September 19 — 20, 2026
Celebrate International Talk like a Pirate Day with us all weekend long! Rollicking sea shanties, a giant Pirate ship, and Pirate Play Time awaits ye land lubbers!
HIGHLAND WEEKEND: September 26 — 27, 2026
Lads and lassies, the pipes are calling for you to join in the celebration of Highland heritage. It’ll be a real fling with themed competitions, bagpipes, haggis and more!
VIKING WEEKEND: October 3 — 4, 2026
Gather your hoard and raid the village!
TIME TRAVELERS WEEKEND: October 10 — 11, 2026
Dress as your favorite character inspired by a movie, TV series, comic book, sci-fi or fantasy work. Everyone is welcome! Costume Contests for adults and kids.
ROMANCE WEEKEND: October 17 — 18, 2026
Celebrate Sweetest Day with us! Hearts a-fire as couples renew their vows in a free Mass Renewal of Vows Ceremony held at St. Peter’s Chapel.
MYTHS & MONSTERS: October 24 — 25, 2026
Legends, ancient tales and fantastical beasts roam the village!
HEROES & VILLIANS WEEKEND: October 31 — November 1
This weekend kids ages 12 and under get free admission! Additionally, we're honoring our military and first responders with a $3 discount on admission. Bring the whole family for a magical weekend of fun and adventure!
Ohio Renaissance Festival
