Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival

2026 Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival Information

Dates

Weekends from August 29 - October 4, 2026 & Labor Day Monday

Location

112 Renaissance Lane West Newton, PA 15089 (affectionately known as Morelandshire)

Times

10:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Admission

Adult – $27.00
Child – $12.00
Kids Under 5 Free

*Single-day admission, tickets are non-refundable

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Featured Shows

The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festivals hosts a variety of shows throughout each weekend, so you're sure to find a few you'll want to check out. Here's what's on tap for 2026:

The Knights of Noble Cause
- Jousting three times daily. Join the knights for a return to the days of honor and chivalry.
The Washing Well Wenches
- Wet dirty women and good clean fun.
Tohmfoolery
- Daring and delicate acts of balance and skill.
The Crimson Pirates
- Gorgeous melodies and tunes from the high seas.
Knotty Nauticals
- Terribly clever and wickedly talented, these two will burn your socks off.
Cirqa Brava
- Beauty, grace, high flying stunts and a comedic flair.
The Renaissance Men
- Dynamic duo of comedy and sword fighting.
Reidiculous
- Master of the whips Reid is here to shock and amaze. Four times a day on the Greek Stage.
Garry Siler
- Master minstrel Garry is back at the pirates pub, final 5 weekends only.
The CRAIC Show
- Medieval rock and roll. It's an electric experience for all ages.
The Witch Trial
- Making Fun of Horrible History! Join famed tragedian Ned Alleyn, as he takes a stab at comedy by flipping the script on the classic Witch Trial!
Blades and Bravery
- Daring deeds of dexterity and danger. Cy the sword swallower and Sarah are back for a show you won’t want to miss.
Nature's Educators
- Learn about the fantastic birds of prey that inhabit our world, their care, and how to protect them.
Topolino Sisters
- Interactive stories for children.
Chaste Treasure
- These lovely ladies aren’t exactly what you expect at first glance. With Naughty and Bawdy tunes five times a day at the Pirates Pub stage.
The Angels
- Singing, Storytelling, and Swordfighting. These Heroines in Disguise will recount tales of their exploits.
Dragonfire
- Fire breathing, manipulation, and comedy. A fan favorite for many years, wilsome is back and better than ever.
Sarah Mullen - Harpist
- Enjoy the heavenly sounds of harp music wafting through the trees. With an extensive repertoire of songs from around the world, you are sure to enjoy your experience. She can be found in the lanes

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The Washing Well Wenches

Artisan Markets

Everywhere you turn at the Renaissance Festival, there's another shop sure to lure you in with fresh scents, little trinkets, and an unforgettable experience.

Click here for the full list of this year's artisans.