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Iowa Renaissance Festival 2025
2025-10-11 10:00 - 2025-10-13 18:00, 2025-10-18 10:00 - 2025-10-19 18:00 (America/New_York) | Middle Amana Community Park, 801 27th Avenue, Amana, IA, 52203, United States
The Iowa Renaissance Festival 2025 returns this fall on October 11–13 and 18–19, 2025, in the charming Amana Colonies, Iowa. From 10 am to 6 pm each day, visitors can enjoy a one-of-a-kind adventure filled with medieval entertainment, artisan markets, and festive food and drink.
🎟 Tickets are already available online here: Iowa Renaissance Festival 2025 Tickets

What Awaits You at the Festival
Every year, this festival transforms the Amana Colonies into a bustling Renaissance village, complete with knights, troubadours, merchants, and artisans. It’s more than just an event—it’s a time-traveling experience where history meets fun.
Here are some of the highlights you can expect in 2025:

⚔️ Jousting tournaments full of skill and excitement
🎶 Celtic and medieval music performances
🎭 Theatrical plays and juggling shows
🦅 Falconry demonstrations
🎉 Costumed parades and street performers

The artisan marketplace is another major draw, with vendors offering handcrafted treasures such as jewelry, period clothing, forged weapons, and fantasy collectibles.
And of course, food lovers won’t leave disappointed. The festival features medieval-inspired dishes, refreshing mead, and locally brewed craft beers to keep the spirit (and your appetite) alive.

The Historic Amana Colonies
The setting of this festival is as fascinating as the event itself. The Amana Colonies, founded in the 19th century by German immigrants, consist of seven historic villages with a population of around 1,600 residents.
Recognized as a National Historic Landmark, the area is known for its traditional craftsmanship, local wineries, and welcoming small-town feel. Conveniently located off Interstate 80, the Amana Colonies are easily accessible by road, making them an ideal weekend getaway in Iowa.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It
The Iowa Renaissance Festival is a must-see family event for anyone who loves history, fantasy, or simply a great day of entertainment. Whether you’re watching knights clash in a joust, browsing unique artisan goods, or savoring mead with friends, there’s something here for everyone.
✨ Don’t forget to mark your calendars: October 11–13 and 18–19, 2025.
👉 Secure your spot today: Get Tickets for the Iowa Renaissance Festival 2025
