Welcome To The Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival

Celebrating Over 20 Years Of Family Fun & Magical Memories

As you wander down the village streets and pathways of the Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival, experience a 16th Century Medieval Amusement Park! Ready yourself to revel with master revelers, watch artisans create original works of their ancient craft, and be taken in by the tantalizing aromas of roast turkey legs, steak on a stake, fresh baked goods, and much more.

Schedule:

Themed Weekends

August 24th & 25th, 2024

Opening Weekend Celebration!  Celtic Weekend!

Its time for a Return to the Magic and Mystique of the Renaissance!  Visit with friends new and old.  Reimagine your favorite experiences and make new magical memories.  King Henry welcomes all of his friends and subjects back to the village of Morelandshire.  It’s a celebration like no other.  Listen to the traditional sounds of Celtic musicians, Scottish pipe bands and madrigal singers throughout the Realm.  Get ready to don ye kilts for the Men in Kilts Contest at 2:30 on the Greek Stage! Also join us for the “Think You Can Jig” Dance Contest, for time and location ask at the front gate. We will also have buy-one-get-one free coupons at all area Wendy’s locations, good for this weekend at the festival box office only.

August 31st, September 1st, & 2nd, 2024

Children’s Weekend!

Throughout this weekend dedicated to young lads and lasses, children ages 12 and under experience the Festival for free with a paying adult admission ticket. Just be sure to pick up the child’s ticket from the festival box office. Special activities include the Prince, Princess, and Pirate Costume Contest on the Greek Stage at 2:30 Also, there is the Royal Quest, knighting ceremonies, and photos with the King and Queen. Be sure to enjoy medieval rides and games of skill!  It is also Union and Labor Appreciation weekend!  All union members can purchase buy-one-get-one free tickets at the festival box office and their children 12 and under are free!

September 7th & 8th, 2024

Mead And Whiskey Weekend!

“The Discovery of a good wine is increasingly better for mankind than the discovery of a new star” ~Leonardo Da Vinci. For this weekend dedicated to “The Nectar of the Gods” we intend to use it very well, indeed! Free Sampling of some of the finest vintages from local Pennsylvania craftsmen.

It is also Military Appreciation weekend!  All current military and veterans receive Buy-one-get-one-free coupons at the festival box office as well as free tickets for their children 12 and under.

September 14th & 15th, 2024

Pirate Invasion Weekend

Argh Matey! Pirates have invaded the festival! Enjoy a weekend of rousing good tales and tunes of high-seas adventures, swash-buckling sword fights and a jolly good time!  A Mr Caribbean Pirate Contest will take place on the Greek stage at 2:30. Pirate Treasure Hunt will also take place! Meet at the Front Gate at 12:30! “Drink up me hearties, yo ho!”

September 21st & 22nd, 2024

Romance And Wine Weekend

Join our Romeos and Juliets in this weekend dedicated to lovers. Renew your vows and faith and commitment at our “Renewal of Vows”, both Saturday and Sunday on the Greek Stage at 2:30. Also, participate in our   “Wooing” Competition taking place in the streets throughout the day! Show you’re capable of wooing said lasses! Romance is in the air! Free Wine Tasting throughout the day featuring local Pennsylvania wineries.

September 28th & 29th, 2024

A Final Huzzah – Oktoberfest

“Willkommen”(a Hearty Welcome), our village is hosting King Henry and Queen Anne in an Oktoberfest celebration and a farewell to the season.  Tantalize your taste buds with traditional German favorites such as bratwurst and pretzels! Music, dancing, lederhosen and tavern wenches will delight one and all with a fun filled taste of Bavaria. Come eat, drink, and make merry with us at the castle!

Entertainment

The CRAIC Show
Medieval rock and roll. Its an electric experience for all ages. First five weekends only

The Washing Well Wenches
A show you won’t want to miss! Comedy and good clean fun with wet dirty women!

The Knights Of Noble Cause
Bold knights on horseback, demonstrations of knightly skill and of course Jousting!

The Great Rondini
Escape artist extraordinaire. Final three weekends only

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! First Five Weekends Only

The Tartan Terrors
FINAL WEEKEND ONLY
Sideshow Cy The Sword Swallower
Daring deeds of dexterity and danger. Cy the sword swallower is here for the first three weekends

Natures 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. On the Gingerbread Stage at 10:30, 12:00, 5:00

Squire Of The Wire
Death defying feats right over your heads!

Chaste Treasure
These lovely ladies aren’t exactly what you expect at first glance. With Naughty and Bawdy tunes four times a day at the Pirates Pub stage a

The Angels
Singing, Storytelling, and Swordfighting. These Heroines in Disguise will recount tales of their exploits .

The Reelin Rogues
Keeping the traditions of the Bards alive through songs and storytelling.

Dragonfire
Fire breathing, manipulation, and comedy. A fan favorite for many years, winsome 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 and on the rose stage at 2:30, and 4:15

The Duelists
Comedy, sword fighting and historical weapons education.

Lady Aymella The Hypnotist
Watch your love ones get hypnotized live on stage! Hilarious family friendly antics will abound. Final Weekend only!

Date: August 24-September 29, 2024

Location: Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival, 112 Renaissance Lane, West Newton, PA 15089

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