6 Renaissance Faires to experience across Alabama

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Are you planning on attending any ren faires this year? (The Bama Buzz)

The Renaissance Faires are starting back up this fall all across the state of Alabama. Renaissance Faires provide historical + entertaining acts highlighting the medieval times. Keep reading to find a faire that is near you!

Mini Ren Renaissance Faire | Arab

Arab is set to host its second annual Mini Ren Renaissance Faire. This year’s title is “Year of Fire” and will be hosted in downtown Arab. There will be plays of medieval stories, vendors, + more family-friendly activities.

  • When: Sept. 19, 2026
  • Where: Seidr Brewing | 14 1st Ave NW, Arab, AL 35016
  • Cost: Admission is free for all attendees
  • More information: Website | Instagram | Facebook

Alabama Renaissance Faire | Florence

  • When: Oct. 24-25
  • Where: Wilson Park | 351 North Wood Avenue, Florence, Alabama 35633
  • Cost: The event is free admission to all attendees
  • More Information: Website | Instagram | Facebook

The Alabama Renaissance Feast amd Faire is officially around the corner for all medieval fans to come together to celebrate art + history. The event was founded in 1987 and was appointed as the official state renaissance faire by legislative decree. This event has segments where it highlights archival history.

This year, the festival will celebrating its 30th year of feast and 40th year of faire. There will be vendors, games, performing acts and more.

Drake Lake Renaissance Faire | Stevenson

  • When: Nov. 14-15
  • Where: Stevenson City Municipal Park | 203 City Park Road, Stevenson, AL 35772
  • Cost: Admission is free for children under 10 | $10 admission for ages over 10
  • More Information: Facebook

The Drake Lake Renaissance was founded in 2024. This year, it has rebranded to a new name, after being known as the “Scottsboro Renaissance Faire.” The brand and event was taken over by new management which caused it to expand and relocate.

Mobile Renaissance Faire | Robertsdale

  • When: Nov. 7-8, 14-15, + 21-22, 2026
  • Where: 30569 Osprey Lane, Robertsdale, AL 36567
  • Cost: $10 Child 1-Day | $20 Adult 1-Day | Children under 4 years is free | 1 Weekend Pass Child $15 | 1 Weekend Pass Adult $35 | 2 Weekend Pass Child $30 | 2 Weekend Pass Adult $60 | 3 Weekend Pass Child $45 | 3 Weekend Pass Adult $80
  • More Information: Website | Facebook

The Selma Renaissance Faire | Selma

  • When: March 21-22, 27-28, + April 3-4, 2027
  • Where: Dalwhinnie Fields | 1515 Pine Flat Church Rd, Selma, AL 36701
  • Cost: Admissions vary $12.41-$22.76 | The Realm Pass vary $28.97-$55.88
  • More Information: Website | Instagram | Facebook

MadCounty Renaissance Faire | Gurley

  • When: April 24-25 + May 2-3, 2027
  • Where: Hampton Cove Wedding Venue | 823 Cherry Tree Rd, Gurley, AL 35748
  • Cost: TBD
  • More Information: Instagram | Facebook
Jayda Campbell-McGinnis
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