Shows

RoundTable Jousting

RoundTable Jousting offers the finest professional entertainment available. Traveling the country to bring the thrill of the joust to audiences of all ages. Watch as two knights battle to become the Queen's champion. RoundTable Jousting delivers an action packed performance full of laughs and surprises!

Kate Hopkins
as Queen Elizabeth

We are thrilled to announce that Kate will once again reign as our beloved queen. RoundTable Productions will direct a cast of characters that will surly bring the Maine Renaissance Faire to life once again. Long live the Queen!

Sheriff Bracken’s
Trial & Dunke Show

The trial and dunke is one of our favorite shows. As you visit the Faire make sure you don’t run afoul of the law. Justice is swift, and wet!

Aaron Bonk
Fire Whips & Swords Show

Get Bonked! Aaron Bonk is a 4-time Guinness World Record setter, 3-time International Performance Champion, and a unique entertainer with a twisted sense of humor who risks his life to make ‘em laugh. With original artistry, extraordinary skill and crazy personality, he delivers the laughter and awe of a truly world-class performance.

Baechtold & Abel

Leah and Molly are two talented circus performers who have joined forces to create dynamic duo acts on trapeze, silks, the cube and other innovative apparatus. Their expertise in aerial acrobatics combined with their alluring stage presence makes for dazzling shows, guaranteed to captivate the audience. With their feats of strength, balletic choreography, and death-defying acrobatics, these two will deliver a captivating show.

Hey Nunnie Nunnie

Peals of laughter ring like convent bells as the unconventional Mother Redempta and the mischevious ukele-wielding Sister Philomena Claire take the stage in a dazzling display of improvisational and comedic escapades. Cracking jokes, singing songs, and "counseling" audience members, these two larger than life characters create an environment of hilarity that is sure to please.

The Flaming Ginger

The Flaming Ginger combines comedy, juggling, and uncommon balance to entertain audiences of all ages. Jon Norton "The Flaming Ginger is a self contained circus style performer with a wild wit, he brings his own special style to the Maine Renaissance Faire!

Washing Well
Wenches

Help us welcome back our very own Washing Well Wenches for their triumphant return! The funniest pair of "Ladies" that you will ever see. Part vaudeville, part sketch comedy, full-on entertaining, the Washing Well Wenches are a must see! Good clean fun, wet dirty women!

Adamo Ignis
Fire and Danger Show

Come and see the hottest show in the Shire! Adamo Ignis will thrill and amaze you with fire breathing, fire eating and the sensual fire fans dance. Your heart will beat as you witness the danger of the ladder of swords! Christine has been thrilling audiences around the country with her daring feats of fire! Don't get burned....come and fall in love with flame with Adamo Ignis!

Knightwings
Birds of Prey Show

Knightwings is a traveling presentation of birds of prey, presented by master falconer Ash Cary. With 3 breathtaking shows every day, you will learn about these amazing and majestic birds! This is a show you won't want to miss!

The Gwendolyn Show

Anything can happen in the hilarity of “The Gwendolyn Show”. Highly interactive, and ridiculously silly, Gwendolyn Steele regales audiences with fairy tales and stories in the way that she remembers them…however that ends up being. Shows are fast paced and always different; the audience might be surprised to find themselves an integral part of the show.

Shakespeare Approves

Join your friendly, neighborhood Shakespeare - two-time winner (2018, 2019) of the Renaissance Festival Awards Favorite Child-Friendly Act! - as he takes you on adventures full of merriment: sword fights, mistaken identities, star-cross’d lovers, flying implements of doom, musical numbers, death by fluffy kittens, and … being pursued by a bear.

Chaste Treasure

Chaste Treasure's trio of upperclass ladies bring a unique, tight sound to sassy songs and modern parodies alike. Truly a "treasure" but questionably "chaste" their audience interaction is comical while their tight harmonies mean business. From frolicking drinking songs to sea shanties and original folk tunes, Chaste Treasure has something for every music lover. (PG-13, Adult Humor/Clean Language)

Nemeton
World Music and Dance

Nemeton is a World Music and Dance act in which two delightful characters, Morgan the Celt and Bella, bring audiences into an interactive experience using rare and historical instruments and dance styles. A "nemeton" is an ancient grove where communities gather for celebration and ceremony. Come and celebrate with us!

Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword

The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword is dedicated to the presentation and practice of medieval history and Historical European Martial Arts. Witness live steel combat, archery demonstrations and period reenactment.

Teliesin Phoenix Storyteller

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.

Les S. Moore

Comedy Cutpurse

Making the world a better place, 30 court-ordered minutes at a time. Reformed pickpocket, Les S. Moore teaches you the insider tricks dippers use to steal your things, without you even knowing. Les is one of the world’s top stage pickpockets, can perfectly fold a fitted sheet, knows the last four digits of pi, and is a prolific practitioner of prevarication. For laughter and amazement, Les S. Moore. www.lessmoore.com

The Sisters Pendragon

The Sisters Pendragon love to bring classic tales to the streets of the shire, but Penny insists that every story must have dramatic fights to the death while Jenny is adamant that every tale must have a happy ending in which love prevails. Catch “The Hero’s Journey Comedic Improv Show” or “The Deeds of Cù Chulainn Fight Show" and become a part of the fun! And remember… all’s fair in love and war. ONE WEEKEND ONLY! August 2/3 On the Stage of Justice.

The Dangeriously Stupid Show

Dash Ripington invites all Friends and Enemies to gather 'round as he causes himself discomfort and considerable amounts of pain. All for your entertainment! He is the "King of Animal Traps," the originator of the "SnotRocket" Blockhead, and brings over 25 years of sideshow experience to his performances. The Dangeriously Stupid Show is both dangerious and stupid! 3 shows every day on the Stage of Justice, DON'T miss it!

Acrobellum

Acrobellum is a family-friendly comedy acrobat show with a message of inclusion and strength in diversity. Filled with people-stacking and hilarious-hijinks, come flip, turn, tumble, bend and stack with all your favorite colors -- Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, Pink and the acrobits, Magenta, and Maroon -- as we bring joy and happiness to your lives.

Guy Todd
Wandering Harpist

You will encounter many wanderers about Yorkshire Village but none as melodious as the marvelous sound of Guy Todd’s Celtic harp. Take a moment to stop and listen as he enchants you with many a magical melody.

Erika the Harpist

Erika Lieberman is a Celtic harpist who plays traditional folk music from Ireland, Scotland, Wales and more, as well as original compositions and arrangements of modern pieces from film, television and video games. Be transported back in time as you listen to Erika weave beautiful melodies into enchanting soundscapes. TWO WEEKENDS ONLY! JULY 26/27 and AUG. 2/3! Stop by the Fairytale Glen Stage and catch one of Erika's shows while you can!

Misfits of Avalon

Contemporary and Traditional Celtic Music. The Misfits of Avalon are a collaboration between longtime friends Brian Weiland and Max Cohen. They are joined by Brian's son Liam on percussion and cello, and his daughter Avalon on Celtic harp. on the Town Square Stage! MisfitsofAvalon.com TWO WEEKENDS ONLY! JULY 19/20 and AUG. 2/3!

The Harper and the Minstrel

The Harper and The Minstrel are Jay and Abby Michaels. They play over a dozen traditional instruments specializing in lovely ayres, ballads, jigs, reels, and traditional dance. Their vast repertoire includes unique arrangements of music ranging from Medieval Spain’s thirteenth Century Cantigas de Santa Maria to the tunes of Elizabethan era English Lutenist John Dowland to 17th Century Irish Harper Turlough O’Carolan and much more. ONE WEEKEND ONLY! JULY 19/20! On the Fairytale Glen Stage.

The Longshanks

The Longshanks are a stilt walking, storytelling duo from Brattleboro Vermont. As they wander about the fairgrounds performing to the delight of all, keep a watchful eye and an open ear for stories of wonder and enchantment. Tall tales indeed!

Lords of Adventure

The Lords of Adventure, the Token "Two-Man Comedy Sword Fighting Show, That you would expedt to see at an outdoor Festival Show" Show!!! These identical twin sword-fighting brothers will teach you to be an adventurer in your daily life! Join into the fun and adventure as they perform feats of danger and skill on the Stage of Wonder! We wonder what they will be up to this year?

Ewan the Wandering Wizard

Be amazed! Be enthralled! Be Flabbergasted, as you watch the Amazing James D Macdonald perform spellbinding feats of magic right before your eyes! How does he do it??? It’s Magic! Performing 3 shows a day on the Town Square Stage!

Thornlily Thistle

The Faery

Thornlily Thistle travels from the faery realm to entertain humans of all ages. A master at the art of faery glamour and shapeshifting! She visits faires, parties, and events to remind you magic exists. So follow your heart, and find your medicine! Oh, and don’t forget to DANCE!

Shimmynannigans
Belly Dance

The Shimmynannigans of New Hampshire are a performance troupe behaving, entertaining, collecting commodities and dancing at local renaissance faires. Stop into the Tavern Stage to see them jingle, shake and shimmy!

The Foxy Bard

Good day to you Lords and Ladies, I am David Anthony, The Foxy Bard. I am a wandering minstrel who is best known for singing songs of drunkenness, debauchery, and sheer utter nonsense. That being said I have a very wide range of family friendly songs including traditional Irish folk, medieval and renaissance music, and songs in languages I don't know. Along with my partner, Twig, we shall get your toes tapping and your hands clapping! Performing daily on the Cottage Stage!

The Penniless Jacks

Drinking songs and dancing tunes. The Penniless Jacks want nothing more than to share their passion for music and storied songs with you. The Penniless Jacks will deliver energetic tavern and dancing songs, reels, and shanties that will keep you tapping your feet. and clapping your hands!

LUTE the Living Statue

Behind the porcelain, there is a beautiful soul that exudes softness, grace, and kindness! When prompted to move (by tips and tiny smiling faces!) this statue moves slowly and serenely as though through water. No jump scares or naughty tricks! The very intentional movements are actually infectious, making it easy to catch yourself moving more slowly as well!

Shank Painters

Your favorite sea-farin' scalliwags, The Shank Painters are a sea shanty band from Portland, ME who be blood-bound to rouse yar inner pirate in song! Come and stamp your feet and clap your hands to the exhilarating sound of the Shank Painters!

Off the Mark with the Marx Sisters

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. (That's what sibling rivalry is for!)With the help of their hobby horses Crumble, Fumble, and Farfignugan (The Joust Horses Union) the sisters engage audience volunteers in classic joust games with a safe and clowny twist to prepare for a much anticipated joust. Come and join the fun!

Straumfjordr

Straumfjordr is a group of Viking History enthusiasts from Exeter, New Hampshire who are dedicated to the study and implementation of the sword and shield fighting techniques of the Viking age. Our method is to perform training exercises while wearing period correct clothing , and when we spar we wear the full ensemble of equipment that would have been worn by a well-equipped Viking fighter. One Weekend Only July 22/23

Thimbleberry The Woodsprite

Thimbleberry is a playful little Woodsprite who roams from place to place bringing joy! You can find her in Fairytale Glen telling magical and obscure fairytales to all! Don't you want to add a little whimsey to your world?

Brother Sylvan
the Wandering Bard

You never know when or where you will encounter Brother Sylvan but when you do, you shall know a story, poem or two! Brother Sylvan will enchant and delight with his own original fiction and poetry, for a bard he truly is!

Temperance Belowe

Heathens Beware! Temperance Belowe, the Renaissance Era's least favorite Puritan, is here to keep you in line. She'll be on the lookout for merry-makers and preaching to the masses, whether they like it or not. Don't let her catch you having fun!

Kate of the Grove

As you stroll the lanes you may encounter Kate of the Grove. A very talented lady that plays a variety of folk/Renaissance tunes on different instruments including the ocarina, an age-old and unique wind instrument and the Renaissance-era recorder. Let her tunes transport you to another time and place.