The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating its 54th Season! Come and be a part of this long-standing tradition by visiting the festival grounds in Shakopee, MN.

Theme Weekends:

AUGUST 16 – 17, 2025

Once Upon A Time:

Step into a fairy tale during the Once Upon a Time weekend. Princesses, fairies, knights, mermaids and more, your favorite fairy tale fantasy will come to life! Experience the Magic!

AUGUST 23 – 24, 2025

Highland Fling:

Join the Celebration of games during the Highland Fling weekend. Witness the strength of the athletes with the 7 series heavy games while kicking back in your kilt. Experience Fantastic Feats and Flings!

Turkey Leg Trot 5K:

Lace up thy running shoes for a one-of-a-kind 5K adventure through the whimsical woods of the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, powered by Red Bull!

Date: August 24, 2025
Time: Race starts at 9 AM

Adults ($40): Includes race entry, same-day Festival admission, t-shirt, turkey leg voucher, and a Red Bull.

Kids 12 & Under ($20): Includes t-shirt, turkey leg voucher, and Festival admission.

T-shirts available while supplies last — register early to secure your size!

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AUGUST 30 – SEPTEMBER 1, 2025

Woofstock:

Enjoy your favorite fido friend at the Woofstock weekend. It will be a pooch pal party with contests, races, treats and more! Experience a Howlin’ Hurrah!

SEPTEMBER 6 – 7, 2025

Bold North Adventure:

Discover the true north during the Bold North Adventure weekend. Bring out your inner warrior with the Vikings and battle in daring competitions! Experience Legends & Lore!

SEPTEMBER 13 - 14, 2025

Experience Love for the Arts:

Unearth your inner Michealangelo at the Experience Love for the Arts weekend. Revel in classic paintings, expressive movements to vocal arrangements, you’ll fall in love with the arts! Experience Love for the Arts!

SEPTEMBER 20 – 21, 2025

Wine, Chocolate & Romance:

Fall in love throughout the Wine, Chocolate & Romance weekend. Make it a romantic weekend getaway or wine weekend with your best pals. Experience Wine Aplenty!

September 26th, 2025

Festival Friday:

Escape reality and set foot in the 16th century magical kingdom. Dance to the sound of music, enjoy the delectable cuisine, and revel in a newfound spirit of friendships during Festival Friday! Experience fun and frivolity!

Lords & Ladies Shopping Day

Grab your friends and join us for a day of shopping and wine for only $27.50! The Ladies & Lords Shopping Day ticket includes September 26 Festival admission, a free mini wine bottle (must present a valid ID the day of), a gift bag, raffle entry, and the opportunity to receive discounts from select artisans all day! Get your ticket and get ready to shop!
  
The first 500, non-upgrade, Ladies & Lords Shopping Day tickets pre-purchased online will receive a free wine glass with a ticket (one per ticket). Tickets for Ladies Shopping Day can be purchased online or at the Box Office on Festival Friday, September 26. There are a limited number of tickets available for this event. Be prepared to present a valid ID to receive a mini wine bottle at Banner Oak on September 26.

SEPTEMBER 27 – 28, 2025

Oktoberfest:

Raise a stein and give a hearty “Huzzah” at the Oktoberfest weekend. Oktoberfest will be filled with plenty of beer and Bavarian cheer. Experience the final weekend of the 2025 season!

Fest Date: August 16th - September 28th, 2025

Time: 9 AM – 7 PM

Location: Minnesota Renaissance Festival Grounds, 3525 145th Street W Shakopee, MN 55379

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