August 26 through October 22
10 am – 7pm
Travel back to the year 1536 in Revel Grove, the site of the 47th Maryland Renaissance Festival. King Henry VIII’s first wife, Katherine of Aragon, has died, and the king recently suffered a tragic jousting accident. Anne Boleyn has been executed, and Henry has married Jane Seymour. It’s a time of tension and rebellion for the country. But no worries for you, fair maids and knights. You can still tour the Tudor village and peruse the wares from crafters and artisans, watch lively stage shows ranging from Shakespeare to jugglers and musicians, or watch the jousting matches. There are always a lot of activities for the kids, and costumes are encouraged. Opening weekend is also Children’s Weekend: one child ages 7 to 15 is free with each adult ticket. Children 6 and under are always free. Check online for more special events throughout the season, plus a detailed entertainment schedule.
Before we shout huzzah, an important announcement regarding this year’s Maryland Renaissance Festival: all tickets must be purchased online.
Dates: Saturdays and Sundays August 26 – Oct. 22, plus Labor Day Monday Sept. 4
Time: 10 am – 7 pm
Cost: 6-day, 9-day and 19-day passes are sold out; Aug. 26 – Sept. 10, $24 w/discounts; Sept. 16-Oct. 22 $30 w/discounts
Location: 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
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