Renaissance Faires in California
Your complete guide to Renaissance faires and medieval festivals in California
About Renaissance Faires in California
California hosts some of the most exciting Renaissance faires and medieval festivals in the country. Whether you're a seasoned faire-goer or planning your first visit, you'll find authentic period experiences, jousting tournaments, artisan crafts, and delicious turkey legs throughout the year.
Browse our complete directory of 27 faires in Californiabelow to find dates, locations, ticket information, and reviews from fellow Renaissance enthusiasts.
Nottingham Festival
TBD, California
July 17–19, 2026
renaissance · 6 reviews
Renaissance Pleasure Faire of Southern California
TBD, California
April 4 - May 17, 2026
renaissance · 82 reviews
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Escondido Renaissance Faire (Spring)
Escondido, California
April 25 - May 3
renaissance · 1,320 reviews
Renaissance Pleasure Faire
Irwindale, California
April 4 - May 17
renaissance · 46 reviews
Valhalla Renaissance Faire
South Lake Tahoe, California
August 15 - 23
renaissance · 34 reviews
Agoura Renaissance Pleasure Faire Reunion Picnic and Revels
Agoura, California
Mar
renaissance · 59 reviews
All Hallows Fantasy Faire
Sonora, California
Oct
renaissance · 5 reviews
Big Bear Renaissance Faire
Fawnskin, California
Aug
renaissance · 69 reviews
California City Renaissance Festival
California City, California
Oct
renaissance · 209 reviews
Cutthroats of Corona Pyrates Festival
Corona, California
May
renaissance · 58 reviews
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Escondido Renaissance Faire (Fall)
Escondido, California
February 2026
renaissance · 59 reviews
Excalibur Medieval Tournament
Arcata, California
Sep - Oct
medieval · 2,963 reviews
Fair Oaks Tudor Fayre
Fair Oaks, California
Jun
renaissance · 9 reviews
Folsom Renaissance Faire
Folsom, California
Oct
renaissance · 103 reviews
Great Dickens Christmas Fair
San Francisco, California
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dickens · 38 reviews
KVMR Celtic Festival
Grass Valley, California
May 1-3, 2026
highland · 40 reviews
Koroneburg Old World Renaissance Festival
Corona, California
May - Jun
renaissance · 176 reviews
Medieval Festival of Courage
Blue Lake, California
Oct
medieval · 180 reviews
Much Ado About Sebastopol
Sebastopol, California
Sep
renaissance · 139 reviews
Northern California Pirate Festival
Vallejo, California
Jun
pirate · 42 reviews
Northern California Renaissance Faire
Hollister, California
Sep - Oct
renaissance · 209 reviews
Riverside Dickens Festival
Riverside, California
February 21–22, 2026
dickens · 31 reviews
Scottish Highland Gathering
Pleasanton, California
June 20-21, 2026
highland · 99 reviews
Seaside Highland Games
Ventura, California
October 10 & 11, 2026
highland · 40 reviews
Sonora Celtic Faire
Sonora, California
Mar
highland · 14 reviews
Tall Ships Festival
Dana Point, California
Sep
renaissance · 19 reviews
Tartan Day
Fremont, California
April, 2026
renaissance · 7 reviews
Planning Your Visit
What to Expect
Live jousting, period entertainment, artisan crafts, and authentic food transport you to the 16th century.
Costumes
Dressing in period costume adds to the fun! Rentals available at many faires.
Tickets
Advance tickets often discounted. Check for season passes and group rates.
Best Time
Most faires run weekends in spring and fall. Arrive early for opening ceremony.