The Florida Renaissance Festival Brings Patrons Back in Time Again at Quiet Waters Park for its 33rd Anniversary

All Younglings Shall Enter FREE on Opening Weekend (Ages 11 and Under)

All kings, queens, court ladies, knights, squires, jesters, and villagers are invited to the 33rd annual Florida Renaissance Festival with eight thrilling themed weekends beginning Feb. 1 and running through Mar. 23, 2025 at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach. Enter the gates of the kingdom as an elegant courtier, rebellious outlaw, or valiant knight, and dress the part with period attire such as tunics, broad-brimmed hats, puffy-sleeved shirts, lacy gowns, petticoats, cloaks, or aprons. Costumes are not required—but thousands wear historical clothing each year to immerse themselves into the true spirit of the Renaissance period where imaginations run wild and there’s fun for the entire family.

The Florida Renaissance Festival is produced by nationally acclaimed Bobby Rodriguez Productions, a creator of entertaining and cultural experiences for adults and children alike. “For more than 30 years this festival has been a very unique event,” said Rodriguez. “It is one of the most anticipated happenings in South Florida, and each year it gets better with new and different activities and entertainment.” Guests can explore artisan markets, savor delicious foods, and immerse themselves into a world of merriment, shock, and surprise in any of the eight themed memorable weekends.

What’s Old is New in 2025…

Loud Mime Show – It’s an oxymoron, but this 2023 winner of the Carny Carnage Award at the Sideshow Hootenanny is a tongue in cheek comedy featuring superb juggling, death defying stunts, and a performer that grandma warned you about!

The Hurdy Gurdy Guy – Dating back nearly a thousand years, Hurdy Gurdy is a form of entertainment not much seen in the U.S., until now. The star, Harry, plays music from the 12th century to the present in a style learned from teachers in France and England. The headliner presents a unique sound you won’t want to miss, and he will answer questions to educate the audience about his unique instrument.

Clan Tynker Circus – A troupe of brothers and sisters perform a stunning array of acts in this award-winning Vaudeville-style circus. Set to a live musical landscape, audiences will enjoy an amazing menagerie of entertainment that includes magic tricks, stilt walking, juggling skills, unicycling, sword swallowing, fire eating and more! The show also features an array of dangerous stunts, and a spectacular fire finale you won’t want to miss.

Gaêlica – An international Celtic folk and world music trio, formed by Daniela Padrón (fiddle and vocals), also features Gabriel Figueira (bagpipes, woodwinds, percussion, vocals), and Rubén Gutiérrez (guitars, percussion, vocals). These entertainers have released five studio albums, were nominated for a Latin Grammy Award, and won five Pepsi Music Awards, including Best Folk Album. They have performed in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America captivating audiences with original compositions and traditional tunes.

Krewes Korner – Raise the Jolly Roger, cannonball coming! This buccaneer is a professional Pirate impersonator with more than 15 years of experience. Feel as if you’re aboard a fantastic pirate ship in the high seas as this pirate brings history to life before your eyes.

Edged Feather Experiences – Features Crystal “Cryss” Stacey a master class falconer and wildlife educator who has been training birds of prey for more than a decade, presenting more than 1,000 educational programs in nine states. Her birds are trained to fly totally untethered and prepared to show their unique natural behaviors and vastly different personalities!

Piper Jones Band – This lyrical, high-energy duo base their music on the beautiful sounds of Highland bagpipes, accompanied by the unique percussion chords of the bouzouki. While featuring traditional tunes from Ireland, Scotland, and the inter-Celtic world, the duo features songs and audience interaction as they perform instrumental compositions and historical dance music in a unique and authentic style.

The Flaming Ginger, Jon Norton – This fast-paced, family-friendly fire danger comedy show will thrill the audience and keep you on the edge of your seats! Be amazed as Norton juggles fire while riding seven-foot unicycles and quips non-stop jokes along the way.

The Byrne Brothers – From Donegal, Ireland these brothers are a multi award-winning family band taking the Irish American scene by storm! The band consists of Luca on accordion, Finn on banjo, mandolin, and guitar, Dempsey on bodhran and whistle, and their father Tommy on uilleann pipes, fiddle, guitar, and grade 1 bagpiper. Enjoy their electrifying and high-energy performance that showcases modern traditional Irish music and world-class Irish dancing.

There will also be a new activity called the Gear Garden Gem Mining Co. where guests can find rare and breathtaking gems in our one-of-a-kind gem mining area. Guests will purchase a 5 or 10-pound bag and have an opportunity to pan for hidden treasures they get to bring home. A special key will help identify the gems and more details about each one.

*For those that have frequented the Festival in the past, the Biergarten is now known as The Gear Garden featuring an all-new pub, stage, soda booth, and the Gear Garden Gem Mining Co. 

Florida Renaissance Festival 2025 Themed Weekends

Weekend One: Feb. 1-2 

Jester’s Jamboree – A Gaggle of Giggles

*FREE Entrance for Kids THIS WEEKEND ONLY*

It’s our “grand-iest” opening yet, and to celebrate our arrival, all young squires (ages 11 and under) can enter through the castle gates free! For this weekend only, the Village of Kimmendale has been transformed into a Kids’ Kingdom where everyone can be a kid, and where every kid is crowned! With bubbly fairies playing with juggling jesters, all the “fluffy troll hair” you can eat, and a giant rocking horse! Be ready as we have a Minor Takeover on our hands, and we’re in for some Major Merriment! 

Weekend Two: Feb. 8-9 

Valhalla’s Call: A Saga of Fire and Ice!

The Vikings of the Black Wolf will roar as cannon fire grants entry through the gates of Kimmendale. Warriors from frosted territories bring high spirits and vigor to regale tales of yore, shared over a clash of drinking horns. With ferocity and gusto, all are invited to partake in this occasion of honor. Arrive with your clan and show off your pride, heeding the call during this Norse-themed weekend that gives insight into the ageless stories of what it meant to be a true Viking and Valkyrie!

Weekend Three: Feb. 15-16 

Heartstrings and Heraldry: A Valentine’s Weekend

Discover and experience a special magic in the wind during a weekend of celebration that pays tribute to seasons of love. Whether it’s the glitter of decorations, a bouquet of roses, a tender song or lively dance, it’s a unique time to rejoice for those renewing vows, or those reciting them for the first time. By being here with us, love is not just the harmony you’ll experience, it’s a tender warmth that will always be with you.

Weekend Four: Feb. 22-23

Peg Legs and Polly’s – Part of the Ship, Part of the Crew

It’s a seafaring Pirate weekend, so be prepared to batten down the hatches! The Harbor will call on every scallywag and parrot to proudly show the bonds of its krewe. Enter through our shores to share in the wealth of our journeys, learn about the history, or stroll by the waters to watch buccaneers’ duel! Without the support of every crewmate, the journey wouldn’t be possible as the core of every ship lies within the heartbeats of its crew. So, to our savvy captains hoist your colors and unfurl your sails! Now is the perfect time for singing shanties and raising toasts for those honored seadogs at the Crossroads Pub. HuzzzArrrgh!

Weekend Five: March 1-2

Marketplace Mayhem – Shopeth ‘till you Dropeth!

Huzzah to the paper tipper! The weekend marks an occasion to honor our wonderful craftspeople and experience the wildest weekend celebration of crafts ever seen. Don their brands for the first time or add to your collections by showing off your most beloved merchants. You will also be able to vote for your favorite shop! Give them a cheer that all can hear, because the more you give the more you may get as there’s a shoppe for one and a shoppe for all! Talk to artisans about their unique items and watch live demonstrations. Inquire about their “tales from the tent” and all the adventures they’ve had along the way. So, make your preparations before the Marketplace Mayhem begins! For honor, for glory, for wares!

Weekend Six: March 8-9

Gears and Gadgets – The Lost Inventions of DaVinci

Experience the wonder of clockwork mechanisms as they spring to life with glistening flares encased in glass! See streaking, glowing vapors as they erupt from golems made from sophisticated brass, and step inside the innerworkings of DaVinci’s secret workshops! Bring your self-propelled wagons and capture moments in your glowing boxes that function with the touch of a screen. Transverse through the flumes of time and become unlike anything we’ve seen, by bringing all of his undiscovered steampunk inventions, from those journals filled with scripts and schematics of magnificent innovations, into existence! It’s an illustrated world built upon the shoulders of steamers! Now let’s show the village what gadgets and gears can really do!

Weekend Seven: March 15-16

Gaelic Legends: Tales of the Blarney Stone 

Come and grab a pint as the legendary tales of the Blarney Stone unfold! As far as the stories we’ve grown up with, between four leaf clovers, wearing green, catching a leprechaun, or it being the real treasure at the end of a rainbow, they tell us that the stone grants you the gift of gab for a kiss! But whichever way it goes, this lucky rock reminds us that with every enchanted fable, alluring myth, or mystic legend, it’s the endless potential and promise of the next adventure that keeps living worth fighting for! So, grab a chum, raise a glass, and tell us about how to find your own Blarney Stone! With a touch of the best of luck, may fortune find you here on your many travels! Sláinte!

Weekend Eight: March 22-23

Enchanted Extravaganza: Characters on the Loose

Walk into the thriving Village of Kimmendale and experience the wondrous magic that paves its pathways. Immerse yourself in this miraculous slice of life we call home, a place where it’s possible to let one’s troubles slip away. Head to the promenade and take a seat alongside seven dwarves and hear captivating stories about Mother Goose, Merlin, and wizardry of Gandalf whose strength lies in the knowledge of history, culture, and traditions. Learn from the Lost Boys lessons on how to properly use a sword with the help of Aladdin. As we journey through the hectic times of daily life, we need moments for ourselves to create new memories with experiences that transcend the idea of who we think we’re supposed to be. This is where anything is possible—and anything can happen. The Florida Renaissance Festival is a once-in-a-year experience, so join us as we make history come alive!

Admission to the festival is $37 for adults, and $15 for children (kids under 5 years old are free). Kids 11 and under get in free of charge for the first weekend only but still must pay the county park fee of $1.50. Purchase a 2025 Season Pass Perk online and save 50% off a single day admission ticket. Season pass perks include a special commemorative pin in celebration of the 33rd annual festival, $12 VIP parking, express lane for entrance and express lanes at all major pubs, VIP seating for at the joust arena, access to an exclusive VIP rest area, special gifts and discount food coupons that can be picked up at the box office – plus much more!

VIP parking will be available for purchase Online and In-Person. Guests MUST show their Season Pass purchase. Separately, we offer a $3 active military and senior discount, they cannot be combined.