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About Connecticut Renaissance Faire
Welcome to the Connecticut Renaissance Faire, an outdoor Renaissance experience set on the Lebanon Lions Fairgrounds at 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06249. Spanning late summer through fall, the Faire unfolds on Saturdays and Sundays from August 29, 2026 to October 25, 2026, plus Labor Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day Mondays. With ten stages, a lively marketplace, and an open-air village ambiance, you’ll find performers, artisans, and activities for all ages. We’ve got your guide to getting there, seating, and nearby options to make your day smooth and enjoyable.
Whether you’re planning a family day or a themed weekend, secure your seats and plan ahead. The Connecticut Renaissance Faire offers General Admission, Youth, Child-free options, and limited VIP seating for joust experiences. For lodging and dining, we’ve highlighted trusted nearby hotels and affiliate partner restaurants to help you book with ease. If you’re driving in, arrive early to park in the primary or secondary lots, with a shuttle available if lots fill. Note there’s no published public transit to the Faire, so driving or shuttles are your best bets. Dress in comfortable footwear and bring a sense of adventure for the markets, performances, and immersive scenes that make this Renaissance world come alive.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Address: 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT 06249.
- Venue type: Outdoor Renaissance Faire grounds at the Lebanon Lions Fairgrounds with ten stages and a bustling marketplace (open-air village setting).
- Season schedule: Saturdays & Sundays Aug 29, 2026 to Oct 25, 2026, plus Labor Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day Mondays.
- Parking: Parking in primary and secondary lots; plan to arrive early to secure a spot; if lots fill, a shuttle is provided from nearby locations.
- Transit: No formal public transit published for the event; parking and shuttle options are the primary means to access the site.
- Nearby hotels: Grand Lake Hotel (Lebanon, ~10 miles), Comfort Suites Norwich (Norwich, ~9–10 miles), Inn at Storrs (Mansfield, ~8–9 miles), Courtyard by Marriott Norwich (Norwich), Holiday Inn Norwich (Norwich).
- Notable events: The Faire hosts themed weekends and after-hours events, including Halloween Knights (all ages) and All Hallows weekends; other themes include Dragons & Adventure and time-travel weekends.
- History/renaming: The festival began in Putnam and moved through Hebron, Norwich, and North Haven before relocating to Lebanon in 2017; there is no renamed venue, just a relocation.
- Ticket types: General admission $16, Youth $10, Child free, with VIP tickets available at $65; VIP seating is limited (about 30 VIP slots per day for joust seating).