Vermont Renaissance Faire
- Dates
- Expected June
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT 05452
- Price
- $20 to $25
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 16, 2026
Vermont Renaissance Faire's next dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 27 to 28 June 2026 in Essex Junction, VT. Froligo tracks the confirmed lineup, current ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
The Vermont Renaissance Faire is a family-friendly, one-weekend outdoor faire held every June at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, produced by Vermont Gatherings (Wolfgaard Productions), which also runs an indoor Winter Renaissance Faire each February. The 2026 edition marks its 10th anniversary on June 27-28 and gathers over 150 medieval-inspired artisans, Vermont mead and cider makers, and local chefs, alongside musicians, dancers, acrobats, aerialists, armored combat, encampments and jousting. Themed around Vikings, fairies, knights, jesters, pirates and even a unicorn, the 2026 Faire also brings special guest Adrian Paul of Highlander for Sword Experience combat classes. Parking is free, kids under 6 are free, and the Faire is one leg of a New England Triple Crown Challenge with the New Hampshire and Maine faires
What people love
Casual reviewers rate the Faire highly and praise the atmosphere, the entertaining actors and how good it is with kids, with vendors and sponsors describing it as well organized and run by genuine people. Seasoned faire-hoppers temper that, describing it as a smaller Faire catered more toward locals, though they still credit a joust that is quite good for its size. The sibling indoor Winter Renaissance Faire is a beloved way to break up the long Vermont winter
Last time around (2025)
The most recent editions drew warm reviews for atmosphere, performers and family friendliness, with an aggregate rating around 4.5-4.8 across platforms; a faire-focused reviewer ranked it lower as a smaller, locally focused Faire while still praising the joust
See it before you go
On the lanes & stages
Set in the Medieval, Renaissance, Viking-Age periods. Event style: faire.
Lineup
Costumes & what to wear
Do I need a costume?
Costumes are welcome but not required, so guests will not feel out of place in everyday clothing; many attendees dress up in medieval, fantasy, Viking, fairy or pirate garb by choice
Costume rules
Costumes are welcome but not required. Attendees are invited to come in garb; the FAQ asks guests to keep the atmosphere family-oriented and limit bawdiness. A published weapons policy applies
Weapons policy
The Faire publishes a Weapons Policy; no fighting (real or practice) is permitted unless part of a demo or choreographed act
Joining in
A family-friendly weekend of magic, merriment and medieval adventure with over 150 artisans and crafters, Vermont mead and cider makers, and nonstop entertainment including musicians, dancers, acrobats, aerialists, armored combat, historical demonstrations, encampments and jousting. The 2026 edition features special guest Adrian Paul (Duncan MacLeod from the Highlander series) with his Sword Experience stage-combat classes. The Faire is part of the Triple Crown Challenge with the New Hampshire and Maine Renaissance Faires
Getting there
How do I get to Vermont Renaissance Faire?
By car
Most people drive to Vermont Renaissance Faire. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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Where
Venue
Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl St, Essex Junction, VT 05452
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Vermont Renaissance Faire?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Airport hotels 2
1272 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 05403
Link coming soon1285 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT 05403
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Accessibility & comfort
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Pricing
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