Scarborough Renaissance Festival Opens 45th Season Easter Weekend with Family Festivities
If your Easter plans need a glow-up this year, the Scarborough Renaissance Festival just gave you one.
The beloved North Texas experience kicks off its 45th season April 4–5, 2026, and Opening Weekend
doubles as a full-on Easter celebration—with just enough magic, culture, and chaos to keep everybody
entertained (yes, even the hard-to-impress cousins).
Set on 25 acres designed like a 1545 English village, this isn’t your average festival. It’s part history, part
fantasy, and all vibes.
Easter Weekend, But Make It Renaissance
Instead of the usual egg hunt and church brunch rotation, Scarborough is remixing tradition:
● Easter Egg Stroll (2:30 p.m., Saturday & Sunday at the Maypole): Think egg-on-a-spoon race
meets fairy-tale energy. Kids 12 and under can join—no signup needed.
● Renaissance Easter Service (Sunday, April 5 at noon, Crown Meadow Stage): A short
Anglican-style service with music, reflection, and a message of hope.
● Kids’ Free Weekend: Up to three kids (12 and under) get in free with each paid adult. (Yes,
that’s a win for the group chat planners.)
What Makes This Festival Hit Different
This isn’t just costumes and turkey legs (though, yes, those are here too). It’s been ranked No. 1
Renaissance Festival in the Southeast and No. 2 in the nation for family-friendly
programming—and it shows.
For the Kids (and your inner child)
● Knighting Ceremony: Kids get officially dubbed by the Royal Court—complete with a keepsake
seal.
● Mermaid Lagoon: Real-life mermaids, tropical vibes, and interactive moments.
● Birds of Prey Show: Hawks and falcons flying overhead while you learn something real.
● Opal the Fairy: Bubbles, sparkle, and pure joy energy.
Shows That Actually Keep Your Attention
● Nature of Mercy Pirates: Comedy + sword fighting + kids saving the day.
● Harmless Danger Juggling: Wild stunts with audience participation.
● Cirque du Sewer: Rescue cats and rats doing acrobatics (yes, really).
● Kamikaze Fireflies: Fire tricks, acrobatics, and the massive German Wheel.
New Season, New Energy
The 45th season is bringing fresh experiences alongside fan favorites:
● Joust Arena: Knights charging on horseback in full armor—this is the main event energy.
● The King’s Dungeon: A walk-through look at Renaissance-era justice (not for the faint of heart).
● Scarborough Castle: Hauntings of Yore: Self-guided and slightly spooky.
● Jacques Ze Whipper: Viral performer bringing high-level whip artistry to the stage.
Wander, Eat, Shop, Repeat
Between shows, you’ve got:
● 200+ artisan shops (jewelry, leather, art, and one-of-a-kind finds)
● Interactive attractions like archery, crossbows, and treasure mining
● Human-powered rides like Dragon Swings and the Carousello
● The Grande Parade every afternoon—colorful, loud, and worth stopping for
What You Need to Know Before You Go
● Dates: April 4–5, 2026 (Opening Weekend)
● Tickets: $34 adults (13+), $15 kids (5–12) + taxes/fees
● Free: Kids 4 and under always free; parking is free
● Deals: Discounts available at North Texas Tom Thumb and Albertsons starting March 28
● Extras: Some rides and games cost additional
The Bottom Line
If you’ve been looking for something different—something that feels like a day party, a family outing, and
a cultural experience all at once—this is it. Easter weekend at Scarborough isn’t just an event... it’s a
whole atmosphere.
Tickets are available at HERE. Admission is $34 for Adults (ages 13+) and $15 for Kids (ages 5–12) plus
taxes and fees. Children 4 and under are always admitted free. Some activities, games and rides require
an additional fee. Parking is free.
Friends of Faire memberships, Season Passes and Weekend Passes are also available for guests who
want to return again and again. Advance discounts will be available at North Texas Tom Thumb and
Albertsons beginning March 28. Military and Senior discounts are available at the gate with valid ID.
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