Stay for the Night Entertainment!

Join in the fun for THREE Friday and Saturday Nights in the Village of Merriwick!

Friday - 6pm - 12am

21+ only with valid State or Government Issued ID

Saturday - 7pm - 12am

All ages are welcome!

Kids 12 years old and younger FREE with paying adult

After Hours Tickets are NOT included in General Day Admission

After Hours Tickets ARE included in the Camping Packages!

Entertainment Schedule

First Weekend - Cogs & Corsets on the High Seas

Friday, August 4, 2023

Brass Screws & Pirate Crews 6pm – 12pm

Karaoke! Music! Fun! Prizes!

Costume Contest: 8pm - 9pm

Costumes MUST follow the theme of Steampunk/Pirate

Saturday, August 5, 2023

8pm - Abney Park

Abney Park comes from an era that never was, but one that we wish had been. An era where airships waged war in the skies, and corsets and cummerbunds were proper adventuring attire. They’ve picked up their bad musical habits, scoundrelous musicians, and anachronistically hybridized instruments from dozens of locations and eras they have visited in their travels and thrown them into one riotous dervish of a performance. Expect clockwork guitars, belly dancers, flintlock bassists, Mideastern percussion, violent violin, and Tesla-powered keyboards blazing in a post-apocalyptic, swashbuckling, Steampunk musical mayhem.

10pm - IGNITION Fire Troupe Intermissions

IGNITION Fire Troupe brings the excitement of Fire breathing, Fire Eating & Fleshing, Fire Poi, Fire Whips, Fire Fans, Fire Batons, Fire Crowns, Fire Dart, Fire Hoops, Devil Sticks on Fire, Hand Candles, Fire Wands, Fire Sword, Fire Dancers, Fire, Fire, Fire!

Second Weekend - An Enchanted World of Mythical Beasts & Beings

Friday, August 11, 2023:

A Magical Midsummer’s Fantasy 6pm – 12pm

Karaoke! Music! Fun! Prizes!

Costume Contest: 8pm - 9pm

Costumes MUST follow the theme of the Mystical and Magical

Saturday, August 12, 2023:

8pm - 80's Knight Joust - Get those 80’s outfits ready!

The World Tournament of Champions, Knights of the Realm, an international troupe of skilled horsemen, archers, and swordsmen bring the games and jousting of 16th century Europe to life with the twist of an 80's theme. The clash of steel rings throughout Merriwick as each Knight brings passion and prowess to defend the honor of their home country. Feel the ground tremble with pounding of hooves, lend your voice to cheer your favorite Knight to victory in this first ever Night Joust!

10pm - IGNITION Fire Troupe Intermissions

IGNITION Fire Troupe brings the excitement of Fire breathing, Fire Eating & Fleshing, Fire Poi, Fire Whips, Fire Fans, Fire Batons, Fire Crowns, Fire Dart, Fire Hoops, Devil Sticks on Fire, Hand Candles, Fire Wands, Fire Sword, Fire Dancers, Fire, Fire, Fire!

Third Weekend - Invaders From the North: Vikings & Valkyries

Friday, August 18, 2023:

Ragnarok & Roll! 6pm – 12pm

Karaoke! Music! Fun! Prizes!

Costume Contest: 8pm - 9pm

Costumes MUST follow the theme of Viking

Saturday, August 19, 2023:

8pm - The Whiskeydicks

The Whiskeydicks are a group of Celtic Gypsy party rockers established in 2002 have been carving their reputation for themselves as “One Hell of a Good Time”. The Whiskeydicks use fiery Celtic-gypsy fiddle licks, cello played like a bass, bombastic trumpet, vivacious drum beats, energetic guitar strumming, and voice to tell stories of good times past and to play songs people know but in a way they’d never imagine. The formula works and has earned the band acclaim from audiences everywhere.

10pm - IGNITION Fire Troupe Intermissions

IGNITION Fire Troupe brings the excitement of Fire breathing, Fire Eating & Fleshing, Fire Poi, Fire Whips, Fire Fans, Fire Batons, Fire Crowns, Fire Dart, Fire Hoops, Devil Sticks on Fire, Hand Candles, Fire Wands, Fire Sword, Fire Dancers, Fire, Fire, Fire!

TICKET SALES ARE ONLINE ONLY - NO TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE GATE.

All tickets are final purchase and non-refundable.

FAQs

Where do I put in the COUPON CODE on Eventbrite??

After choosing the date you wish to attend, there is a link at the top of the page that says "Enter Promo Code". You must enter the code prior to getting to the check out page.

https://tinyurl.com/mvdrk6f6

Are my children welcome at the After Hours Party on Saturday Night?

YES! Children 12 years old and younger are FREE with paying adult. Make sure to get them a complimentary ticket when you check out!

What are my parking options at the event?

Parking is FREE in the main parking lot. Please lock your car. WRAES and the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire are not responsible for lost/stolen items.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Yes, you can transfer your ticket to someone else of your choosing.

Are my tickets only good for a specific date of the Faire?

Tickets are only good for the date purchased. Please check your tickets carefully. No refunds for tickets not used on the date they were purchased for.

Can I come just for the After-Hours Party on Friday/Saturday Night?

Yes, be sure to arrive no earlier than 6pm and check in at the Towne Gate (Main Ticket Booth) to get your After-Hours Bracelet. General Admission Day ticket not required if you arrive after 6pm.

Is camping available on site for patrons?

Camping is available on site for Guests. Tickets are available in limited quantities - sold separately. All After Hours Entertainment is included in the Camping Package. Camping Packages are available HERE

Is the rest of the Faire open for patrons during the After-Hours? Food Court? Vendor Booths?

The Ale House is open for the After-Hours Party. Food and Vendor Booths are not open and there is limited access to the rest of the Faire areas.

Do I have to wear a Renaissance Costume? 

It is not required to wear a Renaissance Costume to attend the Faire. However, many of our guests do enjoy dressing up to join in the fun and excitement of the Renaissance Era. 

Can my children who are under 18 attend alone? 

ALL children under 18 MUST be accompanied by an adult while on the Faire property. This includes parking and all Faire areas.

Can I re-enter the Faire if I leave? 

Re entry into the Faire is allowed on the SAME day only. Make sure to get a hand stamp when you leave the Towne Gate.