October 4–5, 2025

Pirate & Viking Invasion Weekend at The Connecticut Renaissance Faire

Arrr! All hands on deck! The 27th annual Connecticut Renaissance Faire is under siege by seafaring rogues and legendary Norse warriors during Pirate & Viking Invasion Weekend! Whether you’re here for plunder or glory, this themed weekend invites you to break out your Halloween costume early and join the raid. From epic costume contests to siren songs that could sink ships, it’s an adventure fit for all ages.

 

Special Highlights:

• Saturday – Free Kids Day: Youth (ages 7–15) receive complimentary admission with a paid adult ticket, courtesy of kidtivity.com

• Saturday – Pirate & Viking Costume Contest: Dress like a scourge of the sea or a fearsome raider and compete to win treasure-worthy prizes

• Sunday – Siren Song Contest: Summon your inner siren and sing a haunting melody to lure sailors to their doom—creativity counts!

• All Weekend – Costume Encouraged: Get into character and become part of the invasion—costumes welcome all weekend long!

 

Fast Facts:

  • Faire Dates: Every Saturday & Sunday from AUG 30 to OCT 19, 2025 PLUS Labor Day and Columbus Day Mondays

  • Hours: 10:30 am to 6:00 pm

  • Location: Lebanon Fairgrounds, 122 Mack Road, Lebanon, CT

  • Pet-Friendly: Pets welcome ($5 admission). Dogs & cats must have proof of rabies vaccination as tags or a letter/email from your vet.

  • More Info: https://www.ctfaire.com

Admission

General Admission (16+): $16; Youth (7-15): $10; Kids 6 and under: FREE; Pets $5 (See website for details and restrictions before heading to Faire)
Location Lebanon Fairgrounds

122 Mack Road
Lebanon CT, 06249

Times
Saturdays & Sundays, plus Labor Day and Columbus Day Mondays (10:30 am to 6:00 pm)