Enjoy an array of lively performances, adorn yourself in fantastic costumes, and steep yourself in history.

Take a stroll through The Marketplace and discover a magical realm of mercantile, brimming with the artistry of master craftsmen and women. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, visit the Food Court to savor delectable treats from an array of food and drink vendors.

Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer, seeking family-friendly fun, eager to delve into historical reenactments, or simply looking to indulge in Faire shenanigans, the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire offers a truly unforgettable and immersive experience for all.

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Weekend 5: Infinite Realms

August 16-17, 2025

For the final weekend of 2025 Season, Merriwick transcends the bounds of history, morphing into a portal for travelers from every corner of the cosmos. Welcome to Infinite Realms, where time-traveling wanderers, starship captains, and explorers of the unknown converge under Queen Elizabeth I’s watchful gaze.

In this weekend of cosmic encounters, the very fabric of time and space intertwines. Expect to see temporal travelers from ages past and future, interstellar navigators charting courses through the stars, and beings from alternate realms arriving in Merriwick to share their stories, inventions, and mysteries. The town thrums with the energy of countless worlds, each corner revealing new technologies, ancient artifacts, and glimpses into realms that defy imagination.

Whether you’re dressed as a time-hopping hero, a cosmic crusader, or a visitor from another galaxy, Infinite Realms invites you to journey beyond the stars, explore the unknown, and be part of a celebration that stretches across the multiverse. Join us in Merriwick, where timelines blur, dimensions converge, and every step reveals a new adventure waiting to unfold.

Siren's Cove

10:30-11:15am: Robin Hood & Maid Marian

11:15-12:00pm: BrooN

12:00-12:45pm: Jim MacKenzie: Comedian with Mad Skills

12:45-1:30pm: Robin Hood & Maid Marian

1:30-2:00pm: The Lords of Adventure

2:00-2:45pm: BrooN

2:45-3:30pm: Jim MacKenzie: Comedian with Mad Skills

3:30-4:00pm: The Lords of Adventure

4:00-4:45pm: BrooN

4:45-5:30pm: Jim MacKenzie: Comedian with Mad Skills

5:30-6:15pm: BrooN

6:15-7:00pm: Jim MacKenzie: Comedian with Mad Skills

Vorhaus Stage

10:30-11:15am: Sämäs

11:15-12:00pm: Ses Carny's Double-Edged Daredevils

12:00-12:45pm: Sämäs

12:45-1:30pm: Ses Carny's Double-Edged Daredevils

1:30-2:15pm: Sämäs

2:15-3:00pm: Manis O'Tool & His Imperial Tibetan Yak Show

3:00-3:45pm: Ses Carny's Double-Edged Daredevils

3:45-4:30pm: Sämäs

4:30-5:15pm: Manis O'Tool & His Imperial Tibetan Yak Show

5:15-6:00pm: Ses Carny's Double-Edged Daredevils

6:00-6:45pm: Manis O'Tool & His Imperial Tibetan Yak Show

The Auld Lyon

11:00-11:30am: The Lords of Adventure

11:30-12:30pm: Jacques Ze Whipper

12:30-1:15pm: The Tortuga Twins

1:15-2:15pm: Jacques Ze Whipper

2:15-3:00pm: The Tortuga Twins

3:00-4:00pm: Jacques Ze Whipper

4:00-4:45pm: The Tortuga Twins

4:45-5:45pm: Jacques Ze Whipper

5:45-6:45pm: The Tortuga Twins

The Hammered Troll

10:15-11:00am: BOWI

11:00-11:30am: Jeremy Graeff Duo

11:30-12:00pm: Sirens of Circe

12:00-12:30pm: The Seadogs

12:30-1:15pm: BOWI

1:15-1:45pm: Toasted Clover

1:45-2:15pm: Sirens of Circe

2:15-2:45pm: The Seadogs

2:45-3:30pm: BOWI

3:30-4:00pm: Clergy of Errors

4:00-4:30pm: Sirens of Circe

4:30-5:30pm: Robin’s Risqué Revels

5:30-6:00pm: The Seadogs

6:00-6:45pm: Pub Sing

The Royal Joust Arena

10:30-11:00am: Raptor Events

11:00-11:45am: Tournament and Games

12:00-12:45pm: Equestrian Chaos

1:00-1:45pm: Tournament and Joust

2:00-2:45pm: Raptor Events

3:00-3:45pm: Equestrian Chaos

4:00-4:45pm: Raptor Events

5:00-5:45pm: Joust and Final Combat

6:00-6:45pm: Equestrian Chaos

Oakwood Puppet Pavilion

10:45-11:30am: The Lady Victoria

11:30-12:00pm: Piccolo Puppet Players

12:00-12:45pm: The Lady Victoria

12:45-1:15pm: Jeremy Graeff Duo

1:15-2:00pm: Wonder Elixir of Life Show

2:00-2:30pm: Piccolo Puppet Players

2:30-3:15pm: The Lady Victoria

3:15-3:45pm: Jeremy Graeff Duo

3:45-4:30pm: Wonder Elixir of Life Show

4:30-5:00pm: Piccolo Puppet Players

5:00-5:45pm: The Lady Victoria

5:45-6:30pm: Wonder Elixir of Life Show

Ember Rose

10:30-11:15am: Supernova the Strongwoman

11:15-12:00pm: Baksana

12:00-12:45pm: Supernova the Strongwoman

12:45-1:30pm: Paolo Garbanzo

1:30-2:15pm: Supernova the Strongwoman

2:15-3:00pm: Baksana

3:00-3:45pm: Paolo Garbanzo

3:45-4:30pm: Baksana

4:30-5:15pm: Paolo Garbanzo

5:15-6:00pm: Baksana

6:00-6:45pm: Paolo Garbanzo

The Queen's Pavilion

3:00-4:00am: Queen's Knighting Ceremony

Princess CeCe's Tea Party

12:00-1:00am: Tea Party

Pub Crawls - SATURDAY

11:00-1:00pm: Manis O'Tool - Meet at The Hammered Troll Inn

2:15-4:30pm: Robin Hood - Meet at The Red Dragon Inn

3:00-5:00pm: Toasted Clover - Meet at The Hammered Troll Inn

Pub Crawls - SUNDAY

11:00-1:00pm: Manis O'Tool - Meet at The Hammered Troll Inn

2:00-4:30pm: Robin Hood - Meet at The Red Dragon Inn

3:00-5:00pm: Toasted Clover - Meet at The Hammered Troll Inn

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