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Step into a world of knights, artisans, performers, and merriment as Hammond Castle Museum transforms into one of New England’s most unique and immersive Renaissance celebrations.

Experience the North Shore’s own Renaissance Faire at Hammond Castle Museum, where the Museum’s Medieval architecture and dramatic setting create an unforgettable backdrop for a day immersed in Renaissance culture, history, fantasy, music, and adventure.

Enjoy the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword‘s high-energy armored combat demonstrations, bringing the medieval battlefield to life. Listen in as our Curatorial Director, John Leysath, presents on the History of Medieval Arms & Armor. Enjoy captivating performances for wandering artists, including a storyteller, a harpist, a bubble faery, and other enchanting entertainers. Plus, little ones will enjoy our kids’ tent offering little princes and princesses crafts for hands-on fun.

We’re thrilled to announce that James B. Jones and Shelley Wolfe from the Emmy Award-winning Netflix series Love on the Spectrum have agreed to return as the King and Queen of our 2026 Renaissance Faire! The couple will be on-site on Saturday, November 7th, and will be available for photos!

Cosplay dress-up is encouraged for all ages, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus.

Your admission includes access to the interior of the Museum and free access to all scheduled entertainment. (*Vendor services are not included. ) Little ones ages 4 and under are free, but require a reserved ticket, and kids ages 5 – 12 are just $10! Museum Members enjoy presale access to admission tickets.

Off-site parking is required, and free shuttles will be running all day. Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930), with complimentary shuttles running continuously between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:00 PM.

All ticket sales are final and non-transferable between the Faire dates.

This is a major fundraiser for the nearly century-old Museum, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. The Museum is not handicapped accessible due to the many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.