Raise your tankards and sound the trumpets—King Richard’s Faire, New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance festival, returns for its 45th Anniversary Season, inviting guests to celebrate four and a half decades of magic, merriment and unforgettable memories.
Running weekends September 5 through October 25, 2026, including Monday holidays September 7 and October 12, the milestone season continues the Faire’s exciting new era at its new home at Edaville Entertainment Venue in Carver, where guests will discover expanded experiences while enjoying everything that has made King Richard’s Faire a cherished New England tradition for generations.
For 45 years, King Richard’s Faire has transported visitors to the mythical village of Carvershire, where knights battle on horseback, musicians fill the lanes with lively melodies, artisans demonstrate centuries-old crafts, and performers surprise guests around every corner. Families, friends, fantasy enthusiasts and first-time visitors alike are invited to leave the modern world behind and step into an immersive kingdom filled with adventure, laughter and unforgettable memories.
This year’s original storyline celebrates the Faire’s landmark anniversary as King Richard XI and Queen Anne III return to the village during harvest season, only to find themselves caught up in mysterious royal intrigue, magical mishaps and an anniversary celebration unlike any before. Guests will become part of the adventure as they journey through the kingdom alongside beloved characters, colorful villagers and extraordinary performers.
NEW FOR THE 45TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON
Building upon the successful transition to its new Carver home at Edaville Entertainment Venue, guests will enjoy continued enhancements designed to make every visit even more immersive and comfortable, including:
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Expanded village
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New permanent shoppes
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Additional shaded seating and guest gathering areas
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New VIP experiences (Joust Dais VIP seating and VIP Parking)
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Beautiful plantings of trees and flowers throughout the grounds designed to elevate the overall guest experience
Throughout the season, hundreds of performers will entertain simultaneously across eight vibrant stages, one massive tournament field, and in the village lanes. Comedy, live music, acrobatic animals, aerialists, giant puppets, interactive characters, and knights jousting on horseback make this event legendary. Guests can feast on giant turkey legs, hearty stews, chowders, signature cocktails, mead, wine, brew, and sweet treats while browsing handcrafted treasures from artisans traveling from across the country and around the world.
The full entertainment lineup and featured performers will be announced later this summer. Guests are encouraged to visit kingrichardsfaire.net for entertainment schedules, special events and season updates.
2026 THEMED WEEKENDS
Every weekend offers a unique experience with themed programming, contests, charitable initiatives and special events, giving guests a new reason to return throughout the season. Highlights include:
Weekend 1 – Appreciation Weekend
September 5–7
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Carver Appreciation Day
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Salute to Safety
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Labor Day “No Work, All Play”
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Autism Welcome Weekend
Weekend 2 – Babes & Beer / Pirate Invasion
September 12–13
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Cleavage Contest benefiting Breast Cancer Awareness
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Queen’s Beer Run benefiting Colon Cancer Awareness
Weekend 3 – HP Fandom in the Kingdom
September 19–20
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Hat Sorting & House Meet-Ups
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Spry Wizard Tournament
Weekend 4 – Love & Companionship
September 26–27
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Vow Renewals
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Market Days Artisan Promotion
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Deaf Awareness Day
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Pet Dog Companions
Weekend 5 – Gamer’s Guild / D&D Fandom
October 3–4
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Mini Campaigns
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Dungeons & Gaming Contest
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Battle of the Upside Down
Weekend 6 – Highland Happenings
October 10–12
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Highland Hunks Contest
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KRF Highland Games
Weekend 7 – Kingdom’s United
October 17–18
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One Knight for Seven Kingdoms, Joust Tournament
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GOT Fandom and visiting Royalty
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LOTR Fandom Relay Race & Ring Toss
Weekend 8 – Fest-Evil Finale
October 24–25
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Trick-or-Treat
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Kids Costume Parade
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Adult Costume Contest
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Witch Dance
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Final Drum Jam
TICKETS/MORE INFO
Dates
Weekends September 5 – October 25, 2026
Including Monday holidays September 7 and October 12
Hours
10:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Address
5 Pine Street, Carver, MA 02330
PARKING
FREE – please arrive early (10:30 a.m.) for best parking options
ADMISSION
September 5 – September 20
Adults (12+) — $36
Children (4–11) — $22
September 26 – October 4
Adults (12+) — $40
Children (4–11) — $24
October 10 – October 25
Adults (12+) — $46
Children (4–11) — $26
Children under 4 are admitted FREE.
Group discounts are available for parties of 25 or more.
Visit kingrichardsfaire.net for a site map, special events and entertainment schedules, or to purchase your 2026 tickets.
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