Orlando Renaissance Festival 2026 returns to Southport Community Park in Orlando, Florida, on December 5–6, 12–13, and 19–20. Across three weekends, visitors can explore an artisan marketplace, watch live entertainment, and join fantasy adventures. Festival hours are 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each day.

Entertainment, Living Chess, and Family Activities

The 2026 announcement confirms the return of LANCE Orlando to the Living Chessboard, where staged combat brings a battle between good and evil to life. A new court of characters joins the festival this season, alongside performances featuring acrobatics, comedy, and music.

The festival’s entertainment pages list six stages and roaming performers. Featured acts include The Double Edged Daredevils, Lynx the Sword Swallower, The Mirthfellows, Acrobellum, High Flying Fools, and Tenacious DnD. Musical offerings range from Celtic folk to hurdy-gurdy performances.

Younger visitors can explore the Children’s Fairy Kingdom, with stories, games, bubbles, and fairy-themed crafts. Between performances, the marketplace provides opportunities to browse vendors, while the food court and pubs offer refreshments.