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.

• Date-specific tickets cannot be exchanged for a different date. These tickets are limited in availability, with a set quantity allocated for each festival day. We strongly recommend purchasing tickets in advance, as dates may ‘sell out,’ meaning no additional tickets will be available either online or at the on-site ticket booth.

For all ticketing inquiries please contact Big Tickets Customer Service by email to Support@BigTickets.com or call 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.

The festival does not rent mobility scooters, however, there is a 3rd party vendor who does. Look for them outside of the front gate upon arrival.

The first aid tent is located directly next to the front gate. A second location is in Whimsy Woods.

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. The safety of our attendees and participants is our top priority. The festival operates rain or shine, except in rare cases when severe weather or unsafe conditions beyond our control force us to close. If the festival is unable to open, a full refund, including the online ticket service fee, will be automatically processed by the ticket provider. You are welcome to purchase new tickets for an available event date, provided it is not sold out. Please note that tickets are non-exchangeable and cannot be transferred to another date after purchase.

Refunds will not be provided on days with inclement weather if the festival remains open. Our cast and crew work hard to ensure a rainy day is still enjoyable, with some scheduled performances adjusted for safety, if necessary.

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.