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2 Festivals in State

Maryland Renaissance Festivals

Maryland is home to 2 Renaissance Festivals and Medieval Faires, offering jousting, artisan crafts, period entertainment, and connections to the state's rich outdoor exploration opportunities including mushroom foraging, fossil hunting, and metal detecting.

Maryland Renaissance Festival

Crownsville, Maryland · August-October · $29-37 adults

The Maryland Renaissance Festival is one of the largest and most acclaimed renaissance faires in the country, drawing over 300,000 visitors to its 27-acre recreation of a 16th-century English village....

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Chesapeake Celtic Festival

Snow Hill, Maryland · October · $12-20 adults

The Chesapeake Celtic Festival on Maryland's Eastern Shore combines Celtic heritage with medieval faire traditions amid the coastal marshlands. Highland games, Celtic music, period crafts, and Chesape...

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How many Renaissance Festivals are in Maryland?
Maryland hosts 2 Renaissance Festivals and Medieval Faires throughout the year. The most popular include Maryland Renaissance Festival, Chesapeake Celtic Festival.
When is the best time to attend a Renaissance Festival in Maryland?
Renaissance Festivals in Maryland typically run during August-October, October. Check individual festival dates as they vary year to year. Early in the season tends to have smaller crowds.
Are there treasure hunting activities at Maryland Renaissance Festivals?
While no Maryland festivals currently list dedicated treasure hunting activities, many festival sites are located near excellent public lands for metal detecting, mushroom foraging, and fossil hunting. Use TroveRadar to find nearby exploration sites.
What is the average admission price for Maryland Renaissance Festivals?
Admission prices for Renaissance Festivals in Maryland typically range from $29-37 adults to $12-20 adults. Many festivals offer discounts for children, seniors, and military. Some festivals offer season passes for frequent visitors.