The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is a lively, seasonal event held weekends only, Late August through Early October. Parents will find good tips for making their visit family-friendly in our full article: The Minnesota Renaissance Festival: An Immersive Family Experience. The Renaissance faire has an abundance of family-friendly activities that are included with gate admission. These include visits to mermaids, fairies, Vikings, kings & queens, as well as crafts and activities geared toward kids. Check out this annual list from the official website for a list of Family-Friendly offerings. Festival Gate Admission in 2024 runs from $18.95 for kids 5-12 to $27.95 for adults. You can save a few dollars by purchasing in advance and, if you plan to visit more than once, consider a season pass. The best source for legitimate discounts is to check the site’s promotions page. A parking pass must be pre-purchased and is $10. Park and Ride locations are available. The festival is open Saturdays and Sundays from August 17, 2024 through September 29, 2024 from 9am-7pm. They have additional hours on Labor Day, September 2nd & Festival Friday, which is September 27th in 2024.
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