What to Expect From Your Visit To Our Village

We are located at 10542 OH-73, Waynesville, OH 45068

We are open Saturdays, Sundays, and Labor day August 30 – October 26, 2025 from 10:30 am to 7 pm.

Online ticket purchasers are permitted one (1) transfer through Big Tickets for any other available date. Ticket transfer requests must be made 5 days prior to the event date by contacting Big Tickets at support@bigtickets.com or calling 888-318-2752.

For all ticketing inquiries, please contact Big Tickets Customer Service by email to support@bigtickets.com or phone 888-318-2752.

The parking lot typically opens at 9:30 am.

Parking is FREE!

Seniors: Simply show your ID at the Information Booth to receive one free beverage of your choice. Enjoy a complimentary soda, tea, bottled water or coffee as you explore the festival’s many delights. Cheers to a refreshing time at the Ohio Renaissance Festival!

Military: Join us for Heroes and Young Adventures Weekend, the last weekend of the season during which military and first responders with a $3 discount on admission AT THE TICKET BOOTH.

Yes! Please see our group sales page for more info.

No. We have a no outside food or drink policy.

We have a no pets policy. Service animals are welcome. Please see our Service Animal Policy.

Yes! We are a family-friendly festival. Do expect some innuendos and jokes that will go over the wee ones heads. Any adult shows will be clearly marked.

Yes. However, was ask that all weapons be peace tied into their sheaths with a zip tie. We can tie your weapon for you at the gate. No firearms allowed.

Lost & Found is located at the gazebo across from the souvenir booth. You can contact the festival office on Mondays if you are looking for an item 513-897-7000

Many of our vendors and booths have the ability to take card, however, the cellular signal on grounds can be weak during busy times so we suggest brining cash as a backup.

Most of our vendors have ramps and we have handicapped stalls at all bathroom locations. However, our pathways are gravel so please expect rough terrain. We are not renting mobility scooters at this time.

Please see our Service Animal Policy.

We are not renting mobility scooters at this time.

The first aid tent is located directly next to the front gate.

To protect our liquor license, the Ohio Renaissance Festival strictly prohibits the consumption of any marijuana products on festival grounds, including smoking, vaping, edibles, and other methods. This policy is in compliance with state regulations, and violation may result in removal from the festival.

We respect personal choices but must enforce this rule to ensure the festival’s continued good standing with the state liquor board.

Yes! We are a rain or shine festival. In the rare event we do cancel, look for notice on the homepage and on social media.

We do not offer wifi at the park and the cell service can often be weak. We advice all guests turn their phone to airplane mode when not in use to preserve signal. Print or take a screenshot of your ticket email before you arrive at the park.

No! It can be fun to join in on the theme, but you are free to dress however will make your festival day fun for you!

Yes! See our wedding page for details. You can also rent the park as a venue outside of the festival season! See our Renaissance Park website for more information.

Guests that have a “will call” ticket can pick it up at the Will Call Window during festival hours and use their ticket whenever they choose, even if dated tickets are sold out for the day.