Come sit a while and Nathalie Starr, our resident Storyteller, will tell you a story of magic and mischief and hero’s so bold. She’ll spin you a tale of fairies, and witches, of castles and towers, and creatures of old. Great for young children, and children at heart, and everyone in between, for who can resist the whimsy around us just waiting to be seen.

Baksana music and dance ensemble performs colorful pieces inspired by eastern lands. Adventure, passion, and humor combine to tell stories through movements. “Baksana” is Turkish for “Hey! Over here!” which compliments their energetic and captivating presence. Swords, veils, assaya, cymbals, and lots of improvisation are used to create unique audience experiences.

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Bex Beloved is an artist best known for their multi-genre violin playing, intimate vocals, soaring whistle, and ambient folk style.

For years, Seattle based BOWI has been entertaining audiences with a blend of traditional Celtic music and unique energy. The BOWI sound encompasses a wide range of music including driving Jigs and Reels, exciting vocals, and beautiful ballads. An incredibly flexible and adaptive group, BOWI has performed at everything from Pubs and local faires, to private parties and weddings. Acoustic or “Plugged in”, BOWI has never failed to get the hands clapping and feet stomping.

Broon is a variety comedian who has toured all over the country for more than twenty years presenting a show of side-splitting laughter and amazing stunts. With a strong background in improvisational theater and street performing he has developed a spontaneous and edgy style that guarantees no two shows will be exactly alike. One part stand-up comic and one part sideshow performer Broon amazes with magic, fire eating, juggling, and bullwhips all wrapped up with a sardonic wit that will leave you breathless.

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Chaste Treasure's trio of ladies brings a unique flair to sassy songs and modern parodies alike. Truly a "treasure," but questionably "chaste," their loose banter is comical while their tight harmonies mean business. From frolicking drinking songs to folk tunes to original parodies, Chaste Treasure has something for every music lover. As one of our fans so eloquently stated, "A badass group of a cappella comedienne feminists."

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Dora Viellette will take you through time with an intriguing array of music on the hurdy-gurdy. From classics of the Medieval and Renaissance to traditional Celtic and Folk favorites, her blend of sounds and songs will tempt your ears, make you want to stay for a spell, and leave you wanting to hear more.

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Welcome to a world where you can see the greatest characters from Shakespeare face horrific monsters from Dungeons & Dragons! Inspired by the Bard. Determined by dice. Brought to life on stage Join in an epic adventure that is different every time as audiences’ choices and the roll of giant dice decides if the heroes live or die.

All the world’s a game...

Come be a player!

Dungeons & Shakespeare

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Equestrian Chaos is a family of women that travel the United States bringing the thrill of mounted battle archery to life. They give their fans an up close and personal experience with horses, bows, flying arrows, and archers. This predominantly female show is the only mounted archery stunt show in the world bringing the biggest draw to audiences everywhere.

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Prepare to be mesmerized as Fuegoscuro brings their breathtaking blend of fire, storytelling, and spectacle to the Saturday Evening Events at the Oregon Renaissance Faire! This talented troupe of professional fire artists creates immersive performances that weave light narratives and theatrical elements into each show, aligning seamlessly with the magical themes of the evening.

From fire dancing and martial arts-inspired movement to jaw-dropping prop manipulation, Fuegoscuro transforms flames into a dynamic medium of expression.

Don’t miss your chance to witness the glow and glory of Fuegoscuro—where every spark tells a story!

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Within the great walls rise the voices of the Fortress Dwellers, a band of family joined by song, loyalty, and shared purpose. Hailing from the ancient lands of Ethland, they stand together not merely as performers, but as companions bound by trust, memory, and resolve for the love they share. Their music is not bound to any one traditional sound, for one might hear a great many sounds and styles amongst their ensembles, for they do not hold to any one custom of music. As folk of Ethland, their songs range widely in form and feeling, though they do at times take up traditional instruments such as bagpipes, tin whistles, drums, guitars, violins and the like. 

They sing of virtue, of honor kept and wisdom earned, and of the personal trials borne by all people as individuals. Each song gives voice to the struggles that test the heart and temper the spirit, holding that every soul walks a path of meaning, whether in quiet perseverance or hard fought resolve. In these tales, no hardship is without purpose, and endurance doth indeed bear fruit.

Much of their music is borne of trials they themselves have faced. Trials not met alone, but overcome together as family. In times of doubt, loss, and uncertainty, they endured because they had each other. That shared burden carried shoulder to shoulder has shaped both their bond and their sound. What they sing has been lived, and what has been lived has been forged into song.

Though their themes can sometimes be weighty, their music is ever uplifting. It does not linger in sorrow. Though they at times sing of loss, Their melodies rise over grief, offering steadiness, encouragement, and a reminder that strength is often found in fellowship. The Fortress Dwellers harmonies speak not of solitary triumph, but of great legends of fate, of unity, perseverance, and hope kept alive through shared resolve.

Bound as an unbreakable fellowship and watchful in purpose, the Fortress Dwellers sing not only to be heard, but to strengthen those who listen, and to remind all who hear them that all trials need not be carried alone.

Gabs the Fool is a second generation Renaissance Festival performer from Minneapolis, Minnesota. He may not speak a word, but will bring you on a journey of whimsy and wonder. From high atop his unicycle, Gabs weaves a magical world of jovial juggling, fearless feats and suspenseful silliness. With a sparkle in his eye and a squeak upon his kazoo, Gabs the Fool will rope walk right into your heart.

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Cirque du Sewer- the acrobat with rats and cats! As seen on ABC’s “The Gong Show”, physical performer/ rope walker Melissa and her trained animals perform stunts together that will change your ideas of what rats and cats are capable of!

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Jeremy Graeff has traveled far and wide in pursuit of songs from all over the world! Every show is an adventure through space and time through sharing music from the Medieval and Renaissance eras of Europe as well as original songs. Joining him on stage is multi-instrumentalist Mark Williams, who brings lovely melodies, close harmonies, and a sense of wonder and delight to every show!

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Choose to be a hero or be a victim by accident! We are the Lords of Adventure. It is our mission to remind all of you that you have an adventurer inside. Be the hero of your own story.

We use our comedy sword fighting show as a vehicle to help remind our audience that they are amazing. We are energy, we are love, we are funny, we are entertainment! We are the Lords of Adventure and we will transform your festival!

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These vivacious ale wives visit the Faire serving rousing songs and plenty of good cheer! The Merry Wives of Windsor are a powerhouse ten‑member, all‑female folk ensemble whose vibrant harmonies and spirited arrangements bring new life to traditional music from the British Isles and the Americas. Drawing on backgrounds in folk, musical theatre, rock, and opera, they blend rich vocals with an eclectic mix of classic and contemporary instruments to create a sound that is both timeless and joyfully modern. Their performances are bold, witty, and irresistibly energetic—an audience‑favorite fusion of storytelling, sisterhood, and foot‑stomping revelry.

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MORNYNG KNIGHT: The Solo Swordfight
Unlike any Knight you've seen, Mornyng owns the stage as an outlaw who defies convention. She? He? They wink at the audience— a comedic force, weaving humor through each daring stunt.

The show builds to a roaring finale: a Solo Fire Sword Duel. With each blazing strike, Mornyng Knight defeats the audience's shared fears, transforming the battle into a triumphant celebration of courage and self-discovery.

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The Piccolo Puppet Players presents The Punch & Judy Show! Done in the traditional British style. Prepare for lots of color, laughter and audience interaction. Mr. Punch is a light hearted anti-hero who gets himself in and out of trouble by the use of his wits. He meets many colorful characters throughout the show: Judy, his wife; the Baby; Joey the clown; the Constable, who never fails to misapprehend Mr.Punch, the Crocodile who swallows his stick and many others! Join us at the Oakwood Puppet Pavilion!

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Raptor Events’ master falconer showcases the captivating art of falconry, a favored sport of the nobility of medieval Europe. Majestic birds of prey soar through the sky as they beat their wings in pursuit of their quarry. Conservation and animal education are at the core of the Raptor Events mission. After-show activities include a meet-and-greet with the falconer and his feathered assistants. As part of their company of conservation ambassadors, Raptor Events also displays a variety of reptile species, offering an engaging experience for a wide range of animal enthusiasts.

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Join Robin Hood and Maid Marian for magical storytelling! Six members of the audience star in these high-energy, interactive retellings of “St. George & the Dragon” and “The Tales of Robin Hood”! Heroes, villains, cheering, screaming, and hilarity ensues!

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Join your favorite folk hero at Robin’s Risqué Revels!
Robin Hood is your host at this ribald variety show, featuring special performances from all the best acts at the Oregon Renaissance Faire! Who knows what nonsense, and naughtiness, will ensue?!

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Supernova the Strongwoman is your chance to experience the thrill of high-octane entertainment. This world-class athlete, daredevil, and steel-bender pushes her muscles to the limit to bring you a one-of-a-kind spectacle that is at once powerful, and playful. Members of the audience are invited to join Supernova on stage, and to become leading protagonists along the journey of insane stunts, comical shenanigans, and the wanton destruction of perfectly good metal! Trained by Cirque du Soleil coaches, Supernova delivers precision acrobatic skills coupled with the explosive force of a human recking ball. The whole family can join this cyclone of laughter, gasping, inspiration, and DEMOLITION!!!

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The Lady Victoria (Victoria Van Arnam) is a nationally touring Celtic musician specializing in the hammered dulcimer. Performing at Renaissance festivals across the country for 11 months of the year, she brings high-energy performances to audiences of all ages.
With six collaborative albums and two solo releases, Victoria is dedicated to keeping traditional music alive. Many of the tunes in her performances are over 200 years old, connecting listeners to history through melody. She plays a Scottish-style hammered dulcimer, an instrument with a rich global heritage and a direct ancestor of the piano.

Beyond performance, Victoria is passionate about making the hammered dulcimer accessible to new musicians. She has developed her own line of affordable instruments, designed to inspire the next generation of players. She also livestreams her music regularly and has produced lofi remixes of traditional tunes on a recent album.

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The Pillage People is a group of singing pirates! We sing original songs, traditional sea shanties, and parodies of popular tunes from the past sixty years. Using only our voices and our piratical wit, we get audiences cheering, laughing, stomping their feet, and singing along. Our tight harmonies, beatboxer, and creative parody lyrics make for an energetic and unforgettable show!

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Pushing the limits of capability, independence and charm, this original one-woman extravaganza is a rollercoaster ride of smarts, skill and sparkle. Tiny Girl Big Show is filled with…

• Empowering and poignant humor
• Trick-bullwhipping while riding the ~unicycle of instability~
• Sassy fire juggling
• Jaw-dropping feats of physical strength and flexibility

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Step into the roaring arena and witness the thunder and glory of the World Tournament of Champions, where chivalry, honor, and steel collide! Featuring the Knights of the Realm, this international troupe of elite horsemen, archers, and swordsmen brings the thrilling athletics of the Renaissance period to life with breathtaking skill and pageantry. Cheer on valiant champions from across the globe as they battle in thrilling games of skill and full-contact jousting, each one fighting to earn the favor of the crowd and the glory of the realm. The clash of blades and the thunder of hooves will echo through the village—don’t miss your chance to experience the most exhilarating combat in history! Raise thy voice. Pick thy champion. And prepare to be amazed!