Everything You Need to Know About the St. Louis Renaissance Fest

Attention, lords and ladies! The St. Louis Renaissance Festival is just a few weeks away, and here’s everything you need to know about this month-long celebration.

Your Complete Guide to the St. Louis Renaissance Festival

Celebrating its 27th season, the St. Louis Renaissance Festival will be held in Wentzville, Missouri, from September 13 through October 26. The gates are open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine. Step into a world of kings and queens, thrilling adventures, delicious food, and endless entertainment.

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Tickets, Lodging, and Travel Tips

If you’re planning to visit, there are plenty of lodging options in the Wentzville area, as well as in St. Louis if local spots fill up. Tickets are on sale now, and with the festival running for several weeks, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to experience everything it has to offer. Be sure to check out the themed weekends, too.

Top Themed Weekends You Can’t Miss

Highland Fling Weekend – Watch men compete to fling kegs as far as they can.
Pups, Pints & Pirates – Bring your four-legged friends along for a day of swashbuckling fun.
Heroes & Villains – Enjoy arm wrestling, costume contests, and a special kids’ quest.

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Whether you’re going for just one day or making a whole weekend of it, there’s far more to see, taste, and do than you can possibly fit into a single visit.