Entertainment

Margaret Young fell in love with birds of prey at 10 years old, and got her first bird (an American Kestrel) at 14.​

Since raptor education programs were such a huge part of her falling in love with falconry, she loves sharing her passion for raptors with others, especially the younger generation! 

See her birds and learn all about them at the Midsummer Fantasy Renaissance Faire!

This duo brings together the folk music traditions of many lands with multiple instruments and dynamic harmonies, along with stories behind the music and their adventures on the road. From the toe-tapping tunes of the Newfoundland Coast, to the rousing pub songs of the Emerald Isle, historic tales from the New World, and even a few songs from their own pens.

MAGIC! COMEDY!
POSSIBLE HOT DOOMITY DEATH!​

As seen on AMC Network's "Dispatches from Elsewhere" and at Renaissance Faires for over two decades! See Irish themed magic and stories, strange and witty comedy, and death-defying feats of fiery doomity goodness! Fun for all ages!

Join Will Shakespeare as he takes you on adventures full of merriment, sword fights, mistaken identities, star-cross'd lovers, romance, shipwrecks, musical numbers, and ... being pursued by a bear! The Shakespearean adventures are a family-friendly, madcap, zany time where everyone gets involved, whether you want to jump onstage as a performer or sit back in the audience & enjoy the fun! Shakespeare Approves!

For over twenty years, this troupe of slightly mad, but well-educated, swords-people have brought knowledge and fun to audiences across the East Coast. Learn about the history of Weaponry and see valiant battles throughout the day!

Vibrant and fun, The Sirens of Circe will lure you in with melodious songs and keep you there with their vivacious personalities. From beautiful ballads to witty drinking songs and all the bawdy pleasures in between, there’s a little temptation for everyone!​

Ren Faire performers for over 2 decades, Maria and Dave have joined forces to entertain thee.
​Maria has been performing at Renaissance Festivals for over 15 years with multiple groups and has been singing for almost 2 1/2 decades in several different choirs. Minstrel Dave plays guitar, mandolin and sings. Dave is so old that when he writes a new song, it's already traditional.

The Harmless Danger Juggling Show has thrills, chills, audience participation, and more surprises than you can shake a baby at!  His juggling will have the crowd in awe, and his comedic timing will leave you gasping for air.  But, you know, in a nice way.

Presenting classic sideshow performances that strike to your very core. Steel your hearts and behold the Damsel of Danger, Krystal Younglove the Indestructible Lady. Animal traps, piles of glass, beds of nails, light bulbs. Family-friendly (For Slightly Odd Families)

The Marx Sisters Crashiopia and Collideope are two farm girls from the town of Bumpkinton, destined for glory as "the greatest jousters never discovered!" There's just one problem. They have no idea what they're doing. The sisters won't let that stop them, though.

Taliesin Phoenix is a bard, seanchaí, bearer of the seven colors: Storyteller. He has collected the great myths and epic poems from across the lands and through all of time brings them here to reveal the lessons, laughs and lyrics that guide the wise in every age. Join him to light the flame and see the StoryPhoenix rise from the ashes again.

Vince Conaway shares the secrets of early music and his own contemporary journey to its source. Weaving storytelling and melodies, Vince and his hammered dulcimer bring history to life. Find him onstage or throughout the faire grounds.

Do you fancy yourself a go-getting soldier of fortune? 💰 
The swashbuckling mercenaries for hire are on The lookout for special individuals looking to rake in the cash!
Join the mercenaries in our comedy variety show and possibly receive a generous reward.

The Brotherhood Knights of Gore is a passionate and skilled troupe dedicated to bringing the intensity and excitement of medieval combat to life!

The Harlot Queens are a touring comedic musical troupe composed of colorful characters with nefarious backstories. Their musical offerings consist of original tunes, comedic parodies, traditional Irish/Scottish songs, and "nerd culture" favorites.

Since 2014 Bad Idea Variety Show has been on the road traveling to Renaissance Faires showcasing “Better Entertainment Through Poor Life Choices”

Featuring juggling, magic, fire, bad ideas, and BUBBLES!

The Foxy Bard and Twig are a musical duo that create a unique blend of Renaissance music, folk, and world music. They are versatile musicians, multi-instrumentalists, and masters of improvised comedy. They perform nationally from coast to coast and are known for their onstage presence and ability to crank the energy up to 100%. 

Keith Engle bought an inexpensive fiddle on a whim one evening, and started taking violin lessons... and completely failed to catch the classical music bug. But soon afterwards he attended a Celtic festival where he got his first real exposure to live Irish music, and discovered something he had been searching for his whole life without even knowing it. He focuses exclusively on the style of Irish music unique to the Sliabh Luachra region, and frequently travels to Ireland to learn and perform.

A half Half-Elf, half Half-Dwarf Bard, Thom Fuewellery is a “classically-trained” purveyor of the Bardic arts, hailing from a time and place so distant that even he can’t quite recall it. With a voice as rich as dwarven ale and a wit sharper than most grocery store-brand cheeses, Thom roams the lands, spreading joy through songs, shenanigans, and a touch of mischief.

Come see these shining stars align as the Pleiades take the stage!