Step back into the 16th century at this North Texas tradition celebrating its 45th year! The Scarborough Renaissance Festival brings an Olde English village to life with armored jousts, 200+ village shops, festival eats, and nonstop entertainment!
Updated April 2026
SCARBOROUGH RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL
We love that there are free shows happening all day that you can pop into, plus characters roaming around interacting with guests! We went on a rainy day and it honestly felt like we were in Renaissance England! Grab a turkey leg, sip on mead, catch a joust, and just wander. Use code DALLASITES101 for $5 off tickets!
MUST-DO ACTIVITIES
If you’re just stopping by for one day we highly recommend you:
👗 Rent a costume from Suit Your Fancie right when you walk in! They have options for all ages, from knights and royalty to more whimsical looks. Rentals start around $40, and you can store your belongings there while you explore!
💪 Make your own custom bracer with Hardened Metals Co. and create a piece of armor you can actually take home!
⚔️ Catch the Dais Joust, with shows throughout the day where knights battle it out on horseback.
TICKETS + DETAILS
The festival runs every weekend through April and May from 10am–7pm, plus Memorial Day Monday! It’s located in Waxahachie, about a 30-40 minute drive from Dallas, with free on-site parking.
GOOD TO KNOW
The grounds are large (over 25 acres), so wear comfortable shoes, check the weather, and plan to do a lot of walking. They also offer ADA accommodations throughout the festival!
TAKE A TOUR
