Performances
Also discover historic demonstrations and performances brought to life by our many guilds!
The Well Stage
10:45AM Ferox / Otherworldly Vocal & Instrumental Duo
11:45AM Tiara & Andrew / Ethereal Fantasy Folk
12:45PM Chickahominy Indian Tribe - Eastern Division / Ceremonial Dance
1:15PM Hardy Woodland Players / Locally Grown Old Time Folk
1:45PM All The Saints Theater Co.The Story of The Regathering
2:00PM - Midday Parade:A Celebration of the Guilds starts at The Well Stage
2:45PM Ferox / Otherworldly Vocal & Instrumental Duo
3:45PM Tiara & Andrew / Ethereal Fantasy Folk
4:45PM Holy River / Earthfolk Drone Pop
The Brook Stage
10:30AM Erin Roukous / Harpist
11:30AM Thistle & Shamrock / Traditional Highland Dance
12:15PM Secret Moss Meadow / Irish Folk Duo
1:15PM Spooky Hollow Storytellers / Folklore, Myths & Eerie tales.
2:30PM Erin Roukous / Harpist
3:30PM Thistle & Shamrock / Traditional Highland Dance
4:15PM Secret Moss Meadow / Irish Folk Duo
5:15PM Spooky Hollow Storytellers / Folklore, Myths & Eerie tales.
The Canal Stage
11:00AM Bard City / D & D Comedy Band
11:45AM Death by Bellows / One Man Pirate Shanties
12:30PM Forest of Wires / Gamer Wizard Metal
1:30PM The Ex Patriots / Irish Punk Folk Rock
2:30PM Bard City / D & D Comedy Band
3:15PM Death by Bellows / One Man Pirate Shanties
4:00PM Forest of Wires / Gamer Wizard Metal
5:00PM The Ex Patriots / Irish Punk Folk Rock
The River Stage
10:45AM Athanor Dance Collective / Alchemy infused dance collective
11:00AM Serastes / Dark Dance Fusion
11:30AM Paolo Garbanzo / Internationally Renowned Juggler & Jester
12:30PM Zorro Nova / Drag Comedy Sketch
1:15PM Pushing Dragons / Improv D & D Adventure
2:30PM Paolo Garbanzo / Internationally Renowned Juggler & Jester
3:15PM Athanor Dance Collective / Alchemy infused dance collective
3:30PM Serastes / Dark Dance Fusion
4:15PM Zorro Nova / Drag Comedy Sketch
4:45PM Paolo Garbanzo / Internationally Renowned Juggler & Jester
The Pump House
11:15AM Tudor Con / Talk: A Day in the Life of a Tudor Apprentice
11:45AM WRIR Presents: DJ Galaxy Girl
1:15PM Tudor Con / Talk: Katherine Fenkyll and the Women Who Ran Tudor London
2:30PM WRIR Presents: DJ Boy Lichtenstein
4:00PM Tudor Con / Ale, Artisans, and Activism: The Tudor Social Revolution
4:30PM WRIR Presents: DJ Lady Godiva
Roaming Performances
ALL DAY Coalition Theater / Roaming Improv Comedy
11:15AM, 12:45PM, 3:30PM More Or Less Morris / English Folk Dancing
12:15PM, 2:45P,M, 4:15PM Mosaic Singers / A Cappella Femme Quartet
11:45PM, 1:15PM SPARC / Youth Vocal & Dance
The Midday Parade: Celebration of the Guilds
Step into a vibrant procession honoring the artistry, skill, and spirit of the Faire community! The Celebration of the Guilds marks The Regathering, uniting all guilds to rejoice in earth, life, art, and the bonds of community.
Marshaled by the Dragon Bones Guild and led by All the Saints Theater Company of the Thespian Guild, the parade weaves together Ren Faire characters, guild members, and the stirring music of the Hardy Woodland Players. Before the procession begins, All the Saints invite audiences to craft puppets and join in the creative celebration. Guests are encouraged to march along the parade route, adding their energy and presence to this reclamation of tradition.
A celebration of humanity, artistry, and the enduring power of community, the Celebration of the Guilds is a parade of purpose, where everyone can join the procession, raise their voices, and stand together in honor of the earth, art, and reclaimed tradition.
2:00PM: Starting at The Well Stage
Combat & Gaming Demonstrations
The Arena
The Arena is the Richmond Ren Faire’s grand field of historic sport, where spectators gather along the sidelines to watch incredible demonstrations of skill, precision, and strength. From Olympic archers, SCA masters, knife and axe throwing champions, professional jousters, and internationally awarded slingshot champions, The Arena showcases an incredible lineup of local talent who are nationally recognized yet live and work right here in our own backyard.
The Arena will feature Debracey Productions presenting thrilling demonstrations of historic relay riding and theatrical jousting; knife & axe throwing demonstrations with Dan Pegg, seen on the History Channel’s Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman, alongside fellow thrower William Brook; a rare chance to watch archery traditions from around the world, including Magyar, Asiatic, traditional European, and crossbow techniques, demonstrated by master archers; and a special group slingshot demonstration led by international champion Mone Waller, showcasing the precision and power of one of the world’s oldest projectile sports.
Schedule
10:45 AM + 1:30 PM + 5:00 PM
Debracey Productions: Equestrian Jousting & Relay Demonstrations
11:30 AM + 4:15 PM
Shield N Sheath: Knife & Axe Throwing Demonstrations
with Dan Pegg & William Brooks
12:15 PM
RVA Catapults: Group Slingshot Demonstration
featuring international champion Mone Waller
2:45 PM
Noble Fior (SCA) – Traditional Archery
Laszlo Beres – Magyar Archery
Khasar (Inspired Cosplay) – Asiatic Archery
Pepin (SCA) – Traditional Crossbow
The Alley
The Combat Guild brings together fighters, guards, and martial artists who treat combat as a disciplined art form rather than an act of war. Their sparring is ritualized and intentional, an expression of focus, discipline, and embodied skill. Through training, demonstration, and mentorship, they inspire the brave, engage the curious, and show younger generations that strength is shaped through practice, patience, and care.
Throughout the Faire, live combat demonstrations take place in The Alley, the Guild’s dedicated arena, where mastery is measured in timing, endurance, and honor.
The Combat Guild is proudly represented by Virago Alley, who is organizing HEMA demonstrations featuring practitioners from local and regional HEMA groups including members from Virago Alley, VCU HEMA, RVA MFFG, Scuffletown, and Ludus Ferocia, alongside demonstrations from the SCA Barony of Caer Mear and the Japanese Sword Arts Study Group (JSARVA). Together, these groups bring historical and martial traditions to life, showing that honor, resilience, and discipline are forged through practice and dedication.
Schedule
10:15AM
Virago Alley: Dueling Demonstrations
11:00AM
Montante Demo and Historical Fencing
12:00 PM
Japanese Sword Arts Study
12:30 PM
Historical Fencing
1:30 PM
SCA: Barony of Car Mear: Armored Combat
2:30 PM
Virago Alley: Persian European Demonstration
3:00 PM
SCA: Barony of Car Mear: Historical Fencing
4:00 PM
Historical Fencing
Encampments & Historic Demonstrations
Also discover historic demonstrations and performances brought to life by our many guilds!
Henrico Recreation & Parks History
Discover history in its many forms.
11:00AM
Historic Wool Spinning Demo
1:00PM
Heritage Animal Q&A and Biofact Show & Tell
3:00PM
Interactive Historic Drop Spindle Workshop
Chickahominy Indian Tribe-Eastern Division (CIT-ED)
Based in New Kent County along the Chickahominy River, CIT-ED focuses on cultural preservation, youth education, language revitalization, and accurate public representation of Virginia Indigenous history. At their booth, visitors can observe a live pine-needle basketry demonstration, explore traditional tools and handcrafted cultural items, and learn about Chickahominy history, traditions, and present-day community life. The space also features Indigenous-made arts including beadwork, leatherwork, pottery, and baskets created by enrolled tribal citizens.
Kingdom of Gwynedd
Visit the Kingdom of Gwynedd and explore medieval crafts, storytelling, and a welcoming Richmond LARP community.
Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA)
The Barony of Car Mear period encampment features demonstrations of medieval arts and sciences, including jewelry making, drop-weight loom weaving, bardic arts, and other traditional crafts. Also featuring The Kingdom of Atlantia Sea Dogs: Meet & Greet. Meet these elegant hounds and learn about their historic connection to medieval life.
By. Toutatis
This Celtic Living History Group brings the Iron Age to life by exploring the lives and history of the Celts while showcasing everyday skills. Demonstrations include historical cooking, textile crafts such as tablet weaving, weaponry, and more.
First Mates Munitions
Explore the art of black powder weaponry from the Golden Age of Piracy. This living history encampment features cannons and flintlocks on display, offering a glimpse into the shore-leave lifestyle and the armaments carried by seafarers of the age.
Riding Raiders
Offering crafts and historical material culture inspired by the ancient Magyars and the broader Eurasian steppe traditions. The booth features items reflecting Hungarian heritage from the era of steppe warriors through the Kingdom of Hungary and into the Reformation period, highlighting the artistry, craftsmanship, and cultural influences of this rich historical tradition.
Games & Interactive Experiences
Richmond Tattoo Convention
Step into tattoo history with a special pop-up from the Richmond Tattoo & Arts Convention and Loose Screw Tattoo. Explore a visual timeline of tattooing through the ages and experience the artistry firsthand.
Guests can choose from a selection of custom temporary tattoo illustrations inspired by the Faire and classic tattoo traditions. Enter for a chance to win a $250 gift card to Loose Screw Tattoo while celebrating nearly four decades of tattoo culture.
Gamesmaster Games
Test your strength with the Hammer Strike, available for both adults and kids, and see who packs the most power. Try your hand at the Wick’d Wax Wagon to create your own wax hands, a fun keepsake to take home. Children can join in the whimsical fun of Match-the-Ducks or cast their luck with Fish-a-Spell, making this a lively spot for playful challenges for all ages.
Matt Lively Cut-Out Mural
Beloved Richmond artist Matt Lively brings Richmond and fantasy together in this larger-than-life, hand-painted face-in-hole photo wall. Take your picture at the wall and tag @mattlively with #rvarf.
Erin Go Harp
Pluck it! Get acquainted with this ancient and beautiful instrument with Erin Roukous (@ErinGoHarp) as your guide. Tiny harps provided, tinkering encouraged.
Thistle & Shamrock
Traditional Scottish Highland Dance Workshops. Get a glimpse into the vibrant community and rich history of this ancient art. Open to all ages and amounts of dance experience.
Workshops:
12:30PM & 4:30PM
Axe Republic
Step right up to the axe-throwing trailer, where aspiring warriors can test their mettle! Under the guidance of seasoned instructors, guests learn to throw axes and knives like the pros, safely and with proper technique. All participants sign a waiver before stepping into the arena of skill, ensuring a fun and secure experience.
Sharpen your aim, feel the thrill of the throw, and prove your prowess as a true woodsman, or daring adventurer! Will you hit the mark, or will the axe have the last laugh? Step forth and try your hand!
Enter into the raffle for a chance to win the sword crafted by Join or Die Knives at the fundraising kick off event last March.
Raffle tickets support the Richmond Ren Faire Artist Fund, with all proceeds going directly toward the artists hired for the event.