Hosted in a 16th century-themed 55-acre village in Todd Mission, the festival contains over 400 shops and 21 stages where live performances are hosted each weekend by a variety of performers, including acrobats, bards and actors. Each weekend will have a unique theme over the course of the festival, such as Pirate Adventure, 1001 Dreams and Celtic Christmas.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the gate, and season passes are available. This year the Texas Renaissance Festival will also offer “Stay and Play” packages that grant Saturday and Sunday admission with a weekend camping pass and admission into The Knight’s Club after hours celebration.
Children age 5 and under will have free admission on Saturdays, and children age 12 and under will have free admission on Sundays throughout the festival.
Advance ticket prices start at $12 for Sunday and $17 for Saturday. The Texas Renaissance Festival runs from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. each weekend at 21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission.
800-458-3435. www.texrenfest.com
