2026 Richmond Ren Faire
Mark thy calendars, for the Richmond Ren Faire taking place April 18th and 19th at Dorey Park from 10-6pm!
The RVARF, is a one-of-a-kind grassroots celebration created by and for Richmond. Rooted in community, the Faire brings together local performers, merchants, artists, and cultural organizations that reflect the city’s vibrant creative spirit.
Inspired by the multicultural exchanges of the Silk Road, it celebrates the diverse ideas, craftsmanship, and storytelling that made the Renaissance a global moment of connection while shifting the spotlight to the underrepresented tradesmen, artisans, and everyday people whose work truly shaped the era.
By weaving these narratives together with Richmond’s unique artistic voices, the Faire becomes both a reimagined history and a living celebration of community.
Single day passes are on sale now!
What to Expect
Across 13 activated acres of Dorey Park, guests will encounter:
100+ artisan vendors and food merchants
Dozens of historic demonstrations
Equestrian and ground combat sports
Four stages filled with an expansive lineup of musicians, performers, and storytellers
Roaming character actors, immersive environments, and moments of magic at every turn
And so much more still to be revealed!
A full lineup of vendors and performers will be announced this January through February.
Thank You to our Sponsors
Please consider donating $5 or more to the Richmond Ren Faire Artist Fund to help support the local artists bringing this event to life.
2025 Fundraising Kick Off
The Richmond Ren Faire fundraising kick off took place at Gallery5 on First Friday, March 7th 2025. This event was in partnership with Gallery5 & The Richmond Moon Market.
Special thanks to Making Hannah for this great compilation of behind the scenes footage from the volunteer craft night the night before the kick off, as well as everything that she could capture in the one-day faire fundraiser event held during Richmond's First Friday’s Art Walk.