Full-Day Admission to the Bay Area Renaissance Festival

Step back in time and experience the excitement of the 16th century at the Bay Area Renaissance Festival. Your full-day admission transports you to the immersive Village of Folkstone, where history, fantasy, and adventure come alive through live entertainment, artisan markets, and thrilling jousting tournaments.

Enjoy a full day of entertainment from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. with access to more than 15 stages of performances, roaming entertainers, and the festival’s famous Royal Joust arena. With free on-site parking included, it’s an unforgettable day of fun for families, friends, and adventure seekers.

Highlights

• Immersive 16th-Century Village: Explore the Village of Folkstone filled with performers, merchants, and themed experiences.
• Full-Contact Jousting: Watch armored knights compete in three daily live tournaments included with your admission.
• 15+ Stages of Entertainment: Enjoy continuous performances from magicians, jugglers, musicians, and comedy acts.
• Artisan Marketplace: Browse more than 100 artisan booths featuring handcrafted jewelry, leather goods, and period clothing.
• Themed Weekends: Each weekend features unique celebrations such as Shamrocks & Shenanigans, Viking Invasion, and Once Upon a Time.

Product Details

A Journey Back in Time

The Bay Area Renaissance Festival is more than a show—it’s an interactive world filled with performances, activities, and themed environments. Your single-day admission provides full access to the festival grounds and all general entertainment areas throughout the day.

What’s Included with Your Ticket

• Continuous Stage Shows: Enjoy a variety of performances including comedy acts, musicians, magicians, and roaming entertainers.
• The Royal Joust: Watch three exciting full-contact jousting tournaments each day.
• Family-Friendly Attractions: Access to the Children’s Realm, Mermaid Cove, Fantasy Forest, and the Petting Zoo.
• FREE Parking: Convenient on-site parking included with your admission.

Additional Experiences (Available for Purchase)

While your admission includes all shows and general village access, additional experiences are available throughout the festival grounds.

• Festival Food: Enjoy classic Renaissance Festival favorites such as giant roasted turkey legs, Scotch eggs, and loaded “Dragon Egg” potatoes.
• Games of Skill: Test your abilities with activities like archery and axe throwing, or try the FREE Knight’s Ninja Challenge.
• Premium Royal Events: Special ticketed experiences such as the Pub Crawl, Brunch at the Joust, and the Queen’s Tea are available for an additional fee.

Whether you come for the thrilling jousts, the lively performances, or the bustling artisan marketplace, the Bay Area Renaissance Festival offers a full day of adventure, entertainment, and unforgettable memories.