Vermont Renaissance Faire 2027

The 11th annual Vermont Renaissance Faire will take place on June 26–27, 2027, at the Champlain Valley Exposition in Essex Junction, Vermont. The weekend combines jousting, historical demonstrations, live entertainment, and a marketplace featuring more than 150 artisans and crafters.

Entertainment and Activities

Visitors can watch jousting and armored combat, explore historical encampments, and enjoy performances by musicians, dancers, acrobats, and aerialists. Vikings, knights, fairies, jesters, pirates, and a unicorn also form part of the faire’s mix of history and fantasy.

The event welcomes all ages. Costumes are encouraged but not required, so visitors can attend in medieval-inspired clothing or everyday attire.

Artisans, Food, and Drink

More than 150 medieval-inspired artisans and crafters will take part. Food from local chefs and drinks from Vermont mead and cider producers complement the marketplace.

Opening Hours

• Saturday, June 26: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.
• Sunday, June 27: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM.

Tickets

• Adult one-day pass: $25.
• Adult two-day pass: $40.
• Children ages 6–12: $10.
• Children under 6: Free.

Military, first responder, and group discounts are available. Tickets can be purchased through the official 2027 ticket page.

Venue, Parking, and Accessibility

The faire takes place at Champlain Valley Exposition, 105 Pearl Street, Essex Junction, VT 05452. Parking is free, and accessible parking and accessible event spaces are available.

For other events in the region, explore Renaissance and medieval festivals in Vermont or browse the wider calendar of Renaissance faires.

Approximate Road Distances

These approximate driving distances are measured to Essex Junction and vary with the route and exact starting point.

• Burlington: 7 mi.
• St. Albans: 26 mi.
• Stowe: 33 mi.
• Montpelier: 35 mi.
• Middlebury: 36 mi.
• Rutland: 66 mi.