Nestled in the rolling hillside and virgin forest of Middle Tennessee, the village of Covington Glen echoes with sounds of Renaissance music and merrymaking every May. Accented by the bright medieval towers of Castle Gwynn, the 33rd Tennessee Renaissance Festival is held every weekend in May, plus Memorial Day.
Queen Elizabeth and her royal court rule over gaiety and celebration, highlighted each day by the drama of full-armored jousting. Covington Glen includes a shopping marketplace featuring the unique wares of more than 70 artisans and craftspeople. Man-powered rides and games of skill evoke smiles and cheers from all ages. Culinary adventures abound with savory foods, beverages and confections. Festival patrons can enjoy a selection of professional entertainment including music, comedy, stage acrobatics and satire.
The Master Falconer will educate patrons with a “Birds of Prey” Exhibition, while Celtic folk band The Secret Commonwealth will perform each day of this year’s Tennessee Renaissance Festival.
Tours of Castle Gwynn (ground floor and gardens only) are available 11 a.m.–3 p.m., and the festival holds a free children’s knighting ceremony at 2 p.m.
The Secret Commonwealth
Bring the family and celebrate the Renaissance Festival’s 33rd Year:
May 5–6: Community Appreciation Opening Weekend (Buy two regular priced adult tickets, and two grandparents and all children 12 and under receive free admission)
May 12–13: Artisan and Crafts Weekend
May 19–20: Pirate Invasion Weekend
May 26–28: Celtic Weekend (includes Memorial Day)
Tickets are $25 for adults, and $10 for children 6–12; children 5 and under are free.
For more information, visit tnrenfest.com.
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