Festivals & HolidaysSaturday, November 7

Saturday Is Sold Out – Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire

Name: Saturday Is Sold Out – Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire
Start: 2026-11-07T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2026-11-07T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Bacon’s Castle

Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.-5 p.m. · Bacon’s Castle

10 a.m.-5 p.m.

When: Saturday, November 7 · 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Bacon’s Castle465 Bacon’s Castle Trail · Surry, VA · 23883
Good to know: Family friendlyOutdoors

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Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire 2026

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SATURDAY TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! SUNDAY TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW.

Step back in time at Bacon’s Castle for the Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire on November 7th & 8th, 2026!

Advance ticket purchase is required, no tickets will be sold at the gate. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase each day.

This thrilling weekend features medieval full-plate armored combat from the local Tidewater Dogs of War, alongside international teams battling for prizes and 1st place. Witness the Mass Battles and all aspects of medieval combat, set against the backdrop of the oldest brick dwelling in North America.

Spread across 40 acres, this is the second two-day renaissance faire at Bacon’s Castle, offering a variety of family-friendly activities. Delight in entertainment from musical performers, demonstrations by blacksmith’s guilds, and more! Explore our artisan craft market, savor mead, craft brews, wine, and indulge in an array of food truck offerings. There’s something for everyone, so don your Renaissance attire and join the festivities!

If you would like to attend Saturday and Sunday, a separate ticket must be purchased for each of those days. The event will take place rain or shine and is located at Bacon’s Castle, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail, Surry, VA 23883. No refunds will be issued unless the event is canceled by Preservation Virginia.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history come alive!

Adults $22 | Military, Senior (60+), AAA $20 | Preservation Virginia Members & Students ages 12-18 $15 | Under age 12 Free

SATURDAY TICKETS ARE SOLD OUT! SUNDAY TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE AT THE LINK BELOW.

Saturday Tickets are sold out

Purchase Sunday Tickets Here

Please note: We NEVER sell tickets via comment sections. We NEVER message from personal profiles. We NEVER ask for payments via Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, or PayPal. We NEVER sell tickets through Facebook groups. The only official way to purchase your ticket is through the link on this website. If you see an unauthorized website or social media account claiming to have tickets, please use caution when interacting with them and sending money or clicking links. If you are ever unsure, please reach out to us directly by calling 757-357-5976 or emailing renaissancefaire@preservationvirginia.org .

FAQs

• Ticket Policy

Tickets for the Tournament of the Castle will not be sold at the gate . Tickets can only be purchased online with the links listed above.

If the event is not sold out, sales will remain active online during the event.

This will allow for a smooth entry process with shorter wait times. Last year, this event sold out. Please plan your ticket purchases accordingly.

• Weapons

All weapons, including firearms, knives, or sharp objects, are prohibited on Preservation Virginia properties, excluding on-duty law enforcement officers.

Additional exceptions shall only be granted in writing for participants in living history or reenactment events.

• Outside Food and Drink

No outside food is allowed unless medically necessary.

Outside drinks, with the exception of clear, sealed water bottles, are not allowed.

One factory sealed water bottle per guest is allowed.

• Buildings and Grounds

The Tournament of the Castle is hosted entirely outdoors. It is a rain or shine event, please dress appropriately for the weather. The historic house will be closed for regular tours during the event. However, the museum’s gift shop and exhibit space will be open to guests! A free exterior audio tour is also available, click here for more information.

• Smoking

Smoking is permitted in designated areas only.

• Pets

Due to the nature of the event and daily entertainment acts, only documented service animals are permitted.

• Accessibility

The grounds at Bacon’s Castle are relatively flat. However, there is grass, gravel, and uneven terrain.

There will be accessible restrooms and handicap parking.

There is an accessible ramp to enter the ground floor of the building where the gift shop and indoor exhibits are located.

• Parking

Free parking is available on premises for ticket holders ONLY. Carpooling is recommended.

Handicap parking is available.

Non-ticket holders will be turned around at the property entrance. Admission tickets will not be sold at the gate and are available for purchase online only.

• Photo and Video Notice

This event will be photographed and/or recorded.

Images/videos may be used to promote Preservation Virginia (posters, website, flyers, social media, etc).

If you do not wish to be photographed/recorded, please inform any photographers/videographers you see at the event.

Thank You to our Event Sponsors!

Become a Sponsor of the Event!

Last year’s event drew over 3,000 attendees from across Virginia, with some visitors even coming from out of state–making this a prime opportunity to expand your business’s reach and brand awareness into broader markets.

Your sponsorship comes with perks, including your logo on our website, free event tickets, a swag bag and more. Your support also helps our educational programs, preservation advocacy, and restoration efforts. Sponsorships aid these initiatives and boosts the local economy by drawing visitors to our historic site. Join us in making a difference!

Learn More About Event Sponsorship

Bacon’s Castle is a historic site owned and operated by Preservation Virginia. It is also a site that retains a history of nearly 200 years of enslavement. We are dedicated to telling this story, and fundraising events like this help fund our research and interpretation of the lives of those enslaved here.

Our top priority is for all visitors to feel welcome and reflected in the interpretation of this historic space. We recognize this is a site of traumatic history. How we share that history is essential to honoring descendants in the community and the legacy of their ancestors.

To learn more about our work, please visit the exhibit inside the mansion house, take the free audio tour, or come back at a later date to take a tour.

Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire 2026

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Advance ticket purchase is required, no tickets will be sold at the gate. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase each day.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history come alive!

Adults $22 | Military, Senior (60+), AAA $20 | Preservation Virginia Members & Students ages 12-18 $15 | Under age 12 Free

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