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Posted on: June 27, 2025

[ARCHIVED] WA Midsummer Renaissance Faire

Image from past Renaissance Faire event

Weekend One
Dates: Saturday, July 19 & Sunday, July 20 | Faire is Open from 10 AM - 7 PM
Mystic Meadows: A Celebration of Faeries, Fantasy, & Cottagecore

Step into the enchanting realm of Weekend One: Mystic Meadows, where faeries flutter through the trees, gnomes tend to hidden cottages, and magic weaves through every corner of Merriwick. Join the Queen as she invites all adventurers to revel in the beauty of the woods, embrace the simplicity of cottage life, and celebrate the magic of fantasy!

Explore a bustling marketplace filled with artisan crafts and unique treasures, savor turkey legs and mead fit for royalty, and enjoy thrilling jousts, dazzling variety shows, and whimsical fairy escapades across the Village of Merriwick!

Weekend Two
Dates: Saturday, July 26 & Sunday, July 27 | Faire is Open from 10 AM - 7 PM
Legends of the High Seas: Pirates, Rogues & Nautical Adventures

Prepare to set sail for Legends of the High Seas, where the spirit of adventure fills the lanes of Merriwick! Pirates, privateers, and daring rogues from across the Seven Seas gather to regale the Queen and her court with tales of treasure, daring exploits, and nautical escapades. Raise a tankard, strap on your boots, and prepare to dive into a weekend of swashbuckling revelry!

Explore a thriving marketplace brimming with treasures and artisan goods, indulge in hearty fare and frothy mead, and cheer as brave knights clash in thrilling jousts. From raucous sea shanties to lively performances across Merriwick’s stages, every moment is infused with the spirit of the high seas.

Weekend Three
Dates: Saturday, August 2 & Sunday, August 3 | Faire is Open from 10 AM - 7 PM
Fête des Masques: A Masquerade of Mystery, Elegance & Wonder

Step into a world of mystery and enchantment with Weekend Three: Fête des Masques, where Merriwick transforms into a dazzling masquerade of elegance and intrigue. Queen Elizabeth I invites you to don your finest mask and immerse yourself in a weekend of wonder, where hidden identities and grand revelry reign supreme.

Wander through the bustling lanes of Merriwick, where artisans and merchants offer treasures as unique as the masked faces around you. Delight in mesmerizing performances of acrobats, jesters, and dancers who bring the spirit of the masquerade to life. Raise a glass of mead, enjoy sumptuous feasts, and lose yourself in the music, laughter, and spectacle.

Weekend Four
Dates: Saturday, August 9 & Sunday, August 10 | Faire is Open from 10 AM - 7 PM
Saga of Steel & Storm: Vikings, Barbarians & Tales of Valor

Prepare for battle as Weekend Four: Saga of Steel & Storm descends upon Merriwick! Queen Elizabeth I welcomes the mightiest warriors of the North—Vikings, barbarians, and fearless adventurers—to test their mettle in a weekend celebrating honor, valor, and primal strength. The air hums with the clang of steel, the rumble of drums, and the stories of epic conquests.

Explore the marketplace brimming with treasures, artisan crafts, and Norse-inspired goods. Feast on hearty fare and raise a horn of mead to toast the indomitable spirit of the North. Witness thrilling jousts, bold performances, and the camaraderie of warriors gathering under Merriwick’s stormy skies.

Weekend Five
Dates: Saturday, August 16 & Sunday, August 17 | Faire is Open from 10 AM - 7 PM
Infinite Realms: Time Travelers, Space Explorers & Galactic Wonders

Embark on a journey beyond time and space with Weekend Five: Infinite Realms, the grand finale of the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire! Queen Elizabeth I opens Merriwick as a portal to the unknown, inviting time travelers, starship captains, and explorers from across the multiverse to unite in an unforgettable celebration of adventure and discovery.

Explore a marketplace teeming with treasures from alternate timelines and distant galaxies. Marvel at extraordinary performances, encounter cosmic travelers, and join in the revelry of a weekend where past, present, and future collide. Whether you arrive as a steampunk adventurer, a cosmic crusader, or an alien explorer, the multiverse welcomes all.

WMRF is a family-friendly event with fun for adventurers of all ages! Single-day tickets, weekend passes, and our exclusive Season Pass options offer something for everyone. Camping is available for those wishing to fully immerse themselves in the festivities and stay onsite in a tent or RV. Discounts on all tickets are also available for Military and Seniors. Kids 5 & Under are free every day of the Faire!

Limited Season Passes are now on sale! Secure your access to all FIVE weekends of WA Midsummer Ren Faire this summer at the lowest price of the year and grab a season pass today. Tickets and information here.

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