Old Falls Renaissance Faire
September 12-13, 2026
Renasance Faire Days Ticket Presale
Advance purchase of one child (over the age of five) ticket for a single day.
All Active and Military Veterans – one-day entry. This is an early purchase ticket. It is non-refundable.
Advance purchase of one child (over the age of five) ticket for a Two days.
Please bring a copy of your receipt to the admission booth.
All Active and Military Veterans – two-day entry. This is an early purchase ticket. It is non-refundable.
Renaissance Faire
Prepare to be transported back to the days of King James VI of Scotland also known as King James I of England as Old Falls Village Park transforms into a bustling marketplace filled with live entertainment, interactive activities, and cultural experiences inspired by the Renaissance period. Highlights of the faire include:
Live Acts and Presentations: Delight in a variety of live performances and presentations, featuring bagpipers, jugglers, musicians, magicians and storytellers who will entertain and enthrall audiences of all ages with their talents and tales.
Live Music by the Paddygrass Band: Groove to the rhythmic sounds of Paddygrass, a dynamic musical ensemble renowned for their captivating performances of Celtic, Bluegrass, Gospel & Sea Shanties + folk songs from Ireland, Scotland and America.
Live Shanty Shipwreck Show: Enjoy The Shanty Shipwreck Show with seven core Crew Members and a small number of Deckhands that will give you a shipload of original music and re-written traditional shanties interspersed with improvisational banter.
• Jousting Tournaments: Cheer on brave knights as they engage in thrilling jousting tournaments, showcasing their skill and valor in epic battles for honor and glory. Hear their Thundering hooves, clashing lances, and see the Knights battle in a crowd-pleasing epic performance.
• Sword Fighting: Daring duels and choreographed clashes that bring medieval combat to life. Watch as the experts fight for dominance while you can also learn and practice your expertise at LARP with save swords and shields.
• Archery: Precision, skill, and flying arrows in a hands-on demonstration of classic marksmanship. Take your experience to a new level and try Archery and hone your skills.
• Unicorn Rides: A whimsical, family friendly fantasy adventure perfect for young faire goers. See, touch and ride your very first Unicorn.
• Combat Demonstrations: Find yourself seeing the action-packed displays of historical fighting techniques, showcasing skill, strategy, and the thrill of live battlefield reenactment.
Vendor Booths: Explore a diverse array of vendor booths offering handcrafted goods, artisanal wares, and period-appropriate merchandise, providing an opportunity to shop for unique treasures and souvenirs.
Scavenger Hunt and Activities for Children: Engage young adventurers with a scavenger hunt designed to spark their curiosity and imagination, along with various interactive activities and rides tailored to the Renaissance theme. Your young one can even become knighted by the King’s Court.
Food and Refreshments: Indulge your senses with a delectable array of food and refreshments from various vendors, including traditional fare and modern delights, to satisfy every palate.
Old Falls Biergarten: Relax and unwind in the Old Falls Biergarten, where you can enjoy a refreshing drink and soak in the atmosphere of the faire in a convivial outdoor setting. Friday night, enjoy a Fish Fry and the live music by the Acoustix Band.
Pirates Fest: “Arrr Matee’s Day of Adventure!” Come and showcase your best Pirate look, search for treasure, hear sea shanties and enjoy the shows. Don your best Pirate look on Sunday, but the Pirate theme is appropriate for both days.
The Old Falls Renaissance Faire promises a weekend of merriment, pageantry, and adventure for attendees of all ages. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of the arts, or simply seeking a day of family-friendly fun, this event offers an unforgettable experience that celebrates the rich tapestry of the Renaissance period.
We encourage all to dress up in their favorite Renaissance Faire outfits. Weapons need to be peace-tied.
Join us for a weekend of revelry, romance, and Renaissance magic at the Old Falls Renaissance Faire!
Friday 4-8pm
Old Falls Biergarten and Fish Fry Night
Fish Fry-Days serving at 4:00 PM by the Art Lounge
Beer Garden open 4-8 PM,
Acoustix Duo {Performs at 5 PM
Friday Night: Meet the Jousters!
Saturday 10am-7pm
10:00 Event opens, Vendors Market Open
Old Falls Biergarten Open 10 am - 7 pm
10:00 Caleb the Piper (Pavilion)
10:15 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Depot Stage)
10:15 Dragon Storytime by Egnitor the Wizard I (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
10:30 -11:00 Knighting Ceremonies (Royal Court)
10:30-11:30 Sword Fighting Training Sessions (Combat Arena)
11:00-11:30 Heavy Fighting Demo (LARP Demo Arena)
11:00 Codes and Ciphers Class (Pavilion)
11:00 Shandini Magic Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
11:30 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Depot Stage)
11:00-12:00 A & S Free Style and Q & A (LARP Demo Arena)
12:00 Buhurt (Combat Area)
12:30 Royal Court Feast and Presentations of Goods to the King and Royal Court for endorsements (Pavilion)
12:30-1:30 Rapier Fighting - (LARP Demonstration Area)
1:00 Dragon Storytime by Egnitor the Wizard I (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
1:15 Caleb the Piper (Pavilion)
1:30 Jousting Demonstration (Jousting Arena)
2:00 Mead and its Historical Medicinal Connections Presentation (Pavilion)
2:00 Shandini Magic Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
2:00 Cutting Demonstration (Combat Arena)
2:30 Storytime with Pirate Grace O-Malley (Gazebo stage)
2:30-3:30 Knighting Ceremonies (Royal Court)
3:00 Fashion Show (Pavilion)
3:00-4:00 Buhurt (Combat Area)
3:00-4:00 A & S Free Style and Q & A (LARP Demo Arena)
3:00 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
3:30 Jousting Demonstration (Jousting Arena)
4:00-7:00 Paddygrass Band (Depot Stage)
4:00 Dragon Storytime by Egnitor the Wizard I (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
5:00 Sword Fighting Training Sessions (Combat Arena)
5:00-5:45 Knighting Ceremonies (Royal Court)
5:00 Caleb the Piper (Gazebo)
5:30 Shandini Magic Show (Gazebo)
6:00 The Shanty Shipwreck (Naughty) Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
6:45 Late Glade
7:00 Event Closes
Sunday 10am-4pm
10:00 Event opens, Vendors Open
Old Falls Biergarten Open 10 am - 4 pm
10:15 Caleb the Piper (Pavilion)
10:15 Pirate Storytime with Pirate Ben Gunny (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
10:30 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Depot Stage)
10:30-11:30 Heavy Fighting Demo (LARP Demo Arena)
11:00 Buhurt (Combat Area)
11:00-12:00 Knighting Ceremonies (Royal Court)
11:00 Fashion Show (Pavilion)
11:00 Shandini Magic Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
11:30 Storytime with Pirate Grace O-Malley (Gazebo stage)
12:00 Sword Fighting Training Sessions and Harnischfechten (Combat Arena)
12:00 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
12:00 Royal Court Feast and Presentations of Goods to the King and Royal Court for endorsements (Pavilion)
12:15 Caleb the Piper (Pavilion)
12:30 Jousting Demonstration (Jousting Arena)
12:30-1:00 A & S Free Style and Q & A (LARP Demo Arena)
1:00 Pirate Storytime with Pirate Ben Gunny (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
1:00 Shandini Magic Show (Gazebo Stage)
1:00 A Pirate's Life for Me: A Bit O' Swashbuckling History!
(Black Bart Presentation Culture Area)
1:00 – 4:00 Paddygrass Band (Depot Stage)
1:30-2:30 Pirate Costume Contest (Children and Adults) (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
1:30-2:00 Rapier Fighting - (LARP Demo Arena)
2:00 Buhurt (Combat Arena)
2:30 Jousting Demonstration (Jousting Arena)
2:45 Caleb the Piper (Gazebo Stage)
3:00 Sword Fighting Training Sessions and Harnischfechten (Combat Arena)
3:00 The Shanty Shipwreck Show (Walnut Grove Cabin Stage)
3:00-3:30 Knighting Ceremonies (Royal Court)
3:00-4:00 A & S Free Style and Q & A (LARP Demo Arena)
3:00 Shandini Magic Show (Gazebo Stage)
3:30 Late Glade
4:00 Event Closes
Schedule Subject to change
Food, Beverages, Beer and Concessions available the whole day.
Unicorn Rides and Archery is available in the Jousting area most of the day.
Roaming Performers: Storyteller and Pirate Black Bart
Face Painting and Mural Painting are available near the white barn
Vendors are open Saturday and Sunday!
Downloads
Download the Vendor form and email it back to us. Then, you can pay by credit card or mail a check with the form.
Imagine setting up your booth in a welcoming atmosphere that draws in foot traffic from families, friends, and history enthusiasts alike. Your 10' x 10' space allows for ample display area and creative presentation of your products or services, ensuring your brand stands out.
Imagine setting up your booth in a welcoming atmosphere that draws in foot traffic from families, friends, and history enthusiasts alike. Your 10' x 20' space allows for ample display area and creative presentation of your products or services, ensuring your brand stands out.
Vendor and Display Rules
· Vending fees are set by Event Committee and benefit Old Falls Village Park.
· Vendors, upon arrival, please go to the Registration check in area before setting up your booth. They will have the layout of the vending area and will be able to direct you to your spot. Ask for Nancy G. or Lisa K.
· Requests are on a first-come first-serve basis with payment received, please register early. Art and Craft vendors are juried.
· You must provide your own security. There is no overnight security and items are not able to be displayed inside any buildings unless previously arranged. The Friends of Old Falls Village Park and the Village of Menomonee Falls are not responsible for any damaged or lost items.
· At this time, there is no vending space available inside buildings because the buildings are small. Requests for historical displays will be taken on an individual basis inside the buildings.
· NO SMOKING, OPEN FLAME, ENCLOSED FLAME OR FIRES ALLOWED INSIDE ANY BUILDING. All pit fires must be 50 feet from any building.
· Please let us know what you plan on selling, as we are keeping this Renaissance period related only. If you are unsure if your merchandise is appropriate, we will let you know. There is no guarantee that you will be the exclusive vendor of any type or product.
· NO weapons, NO firearms sales allowed. No fireworks nor Pyrotechnics. If in question, please ask. All weapons Peace Tied.
· NO political items are permitted for sale or to be on display unless they are period correct. Any questions, just ask.
· Please keep in mind and use restraint in the items you display/sell. They will be seen by the public/press, and we do not need complaints that may reflect unfavorably upon our hobby and Friends of Old Falls Village Park.
· During public hours, you will not be able to drive in the Park open areas, and no parking your vehicle in the vending area during the event hours. Vehicles must be parked in Reenactor parking on site or at remote lots. Contact for special situations.
· Leaving early while the event is still open is not encouraged. Contact the event coordinator.
· Food vendors, entertainment, biergarten, bathroom and porta-jons are all available during the event.
· Vendor/Display/Reenactor setup – Thursday or Friday before the event 11 AM- 6 PM
· Vender setup begins no EARLIER than Thursday 11 am. Check into with Event Vendor Coordinator, before setting up in your vending space. Contact us for special needs and times.
· The food vendor must have a WI certified Food License. Let us know if you are a non-profit. Please theme the food as much as possible to the event such as a Renaissance Faire turkey legs, corn on the cob, etc
· Provide your own cover/tent, tables, chairs. We have metal chairs to use for free, Tables are $7 each with a booth space, limited quantities.
· Area Hotels:
Delta Hotels, N88 W14750 Main Street, Menomonee Falls WI (262) 251-5153
Home2Suites, N91 W15851 Falls Parkway, Menomonee Falls WI (262) 737-7100
Springhill Suites, N91W15901 Falls Parkway, Menomonee Falls WI 53051 (262) 509-9100
This is a vendor booth fee for Commercial vendors selling products not related to the event. The vendor booth will be placed in a section with other vendors of their type.
Commercial Vendor Fee
Form coming soon
Need a table or two, we have them to go with your rental booth. The are 6 feet long.