2023 Entrance Requirements:
1. Only service animals are allowed. Wildlife West Nature Park has a "no animals" policy.
2. No coolers may be brought into the festival grounds.
3. Five kids 17 and younger are free with an Adult.
4. We have several sections to our festival, plenty of special craft merchants and four stages of entertainment, plus all weekend the Strongman Competition can be seen at the Medieval kingdom.
5. The Realm consists of: The Grand Walk - Greeting at the wooden drawbridge, artists, crafts, soaps and freshly local made sauces. The decor will transport you to the 13th century.
The Fantasy Kingdom - Here you'll find the Pirate Cove Stage, Mermaids and Pirates battling it out with their funny antics, Joshua and the Dummy Show, special craft merchants, Lemonade Stand, Wings, Swords, Art and more.
The Celtic Kingdom - here is where the family traditions, the NM Celtic Singers, and finding out more about your family name happens. See some cool specialty tartan bags, purses and Clan Tents. Make sure to stop by the Bagpipers' tent for some swag to support their nonprofit.
Sherwood Forest and Fairy Glen - Find special vendors that can make you forget the hard life on the outside. Beware of the Fairies: they like to get your attention. Queen's Court Gazebo - here you can find the King knighting her Royal Guard at the Kids' Knighting Ceremony at 11:30 each day. Or Tea with the Queen at 1:30pm each day, featuring tea and treats and stories. Several specialty craft vendors can be found surrounding the court area. See the QUEEN'S STAGE with Celtica Nova and the Washing Well Wenches' concerts and shows.
Time Traveler Alley- Be transported to the past and the future, and enjoy the Festival Quest with a Prize when you complete the Quest.
Medieval Kingdom - Our largest area of the festival, everything from Harp Twins, all at the Medieval Barn stage. Visit our medieval vendors in between shows! We have two bars throughout the festival grounds, as well as five food vendors that have a wide variety of fare to enjoy. We are sure there may be more and we missed it so keep your eyes out for things not listed here.
Welcome to the All New NM Renaissance Celtic Festival!
By visiting, attending and the purchase of a festival ticket to the NM Renaissance Celtic Festival, a Local & Veteran Owned event, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19, and are personally responsible for your actions, injuries or illnesses from any exposure to COVID while at our event. Stay Safe.
FAQ's
1.) I will be using an electric wheelchair. Is that a problem? Electric wheelchairs are allowed.
2.) What time does the Festival start? Gates are Open 10 AM. Ticket booth opens at 9 AM. Hours are subject to change.
3.) Will you have themed weekends? Our plan for 2023 is to have two themed weekends. But this year we have all our kingdoms present and open for your enjoyment.
4.) Can you pay at the gate? Yes but the price at the gate always costs more than buying ahead of time online.