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Weekend 1 | August 22-23
Artisan Appreciation
For the first two weekends of the Festival, our patrons will be able to support their favorite shoppes & get rewarded! Turn in your receipts totaling $250 or more to the Information Booth located inside of King’s Gate by August 30th and receive one free admission ticket that is ONLY valid for the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Weekend + Festival Friday.
Enchanted Educators Weekend
No poison apples here! Just an appley ever after for all the hardworking licensed K-12 teachers, school faculty, & staff, who can get FREE admission by order of his majesty King Henry to the Once Upon a Time weekend (August 22-23). Simply present a valid school ID badge at the box office for your discount.
Fairy Tales Do Come True
Experience a day filled with fantasy, magic, & more at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival’s Once Upon a Time weekend, August 22 and 23. The weekend is filled with family friendly fun & the best part is kids ages 5 to 12 attend for FREE with an adult ticket purchase! Adult tickets must be purchased at the Festival box office for this promotion and kids 4 and under are FREE all season long.
Scholars, Scrolls & Honor Rolls
Congratulations! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating your Honor Roll achievement by providing you with a FREE ticket to the 2026 Festival. Applicable for younger students with Exceptional or Satisfactory report cards and older students with A or B (80% average or higher) report cards! Bring your report card to the box office to receive your discount. Promotion active for current elementary through college students.
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
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Weekend 2 | August 29-30
Food Drive
Amidst the magic, merriment, and medieval delights of the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, we invite you to take a moment to give back. Join us during Highland Fling Weekend – August 29 & 30 for a special Food Drive in partnership with the Jordan Area Food Shelf & Belle Plaine Food Shelf. Donate 5 or more unexpired items at the gate and receive a BOGO (Buy One, Get One Free) admission ticket! Your generous donations will help support local families in need while adding even more heart to your festival experience. Let’s come together as a community and make a meaningful impact—one can at a time!
We accept non-perishable, unexpired food like canned goods, dry foods, snacks, and cooking staples (e.g., rice, pasta, peanut butter, flour, oil). Essential items such as toiletries, baby supplies, cleaners, and paper goods are also appreciated. Please do not donate perishable, expired, opened, homemade, glass-packaged, or alcoholic items.
Huzzah to Hometown Heroes
The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is proud to announce a special promotion in honor of our nation’s military heroes: August 29th and 30th; any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive up to TWO (2) Buy One Get One Free Adult Admission tickets to the festival. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current or past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office.
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Scholars, Scrolls & Honor Rolls
Congratulations! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating your Honor Roll achievement by providing you with a FREE ticket to the 2026 Festival. Applicable for younger students with Exceptional or Satisfactory report cards and older students with A or B (80% average or higher) report cards! Bring your report card to the box office to receive your discount. Promotion active for current elementary through college students.
Senior Citizen Days
Receive $5 off your Senior gate admission!
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
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Weekend 3 | September 5-7
Early Dog Gets the Biscuit
Blood Drive
First Responder Weekend
For the heroes of the land, the Minnesota Renaissance Festival is proud to announce a special promotion in honor of our First Responders. Come enjoy a day of Live Combat Armored Jousting, 16 Stages of Exciting Entertainment, Food & Craft Beer Fit for a King or Queen. Personnel who qualify for up to TWO (2) Buy One Get One Free Adult Admission tickets include: Firefighters, EMT’s, Uniformed Police Officers, State Troopers, 911 Dispatchers, Correction Officers, Evidence Technicians, Investigators, Medical Professionals & Nurses. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid First Responders ID at the festival box office.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
Scholars, Scrolls & Honor Rolls
Congratulations! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating your Honor Roll achievement by providing you with a FREE ticket to the 2026 Festival. Applicable for younger students with Exceptional or Satisfactory report cards and older students with A or B (80% average or higher) report cards! Bring your report card to the box office to receive your discount. Promotion active for current elementary through college students.
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
Throw your Dog a Bone
Bring your furry friend to Woofstock weekend and receive Half-Price Pet Admission. Have a pawfect day with your Dog for only $5!
Weekend 4 | September 12-13
Celebration of Cities
Celebration of Cities (Belle Plaine, MN/ Elko New Market, MN/ Jordan, MN/ New Prague, MN/ Prior Lake, MN/ Savage, MN/ Shakopee, MN) Residents from these cities will receive $5 off their admission ticket when they present proof of residency at our box office.
Scholars, Scrolls & Honor Rolls
Congratulations! The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating your Honor Roll achievement by providing you with a FREE ticket to the 2026 Festival. Applicable for younger students with Exceptional or Satisfactory report cards and older students with A or B (80% average or higher) report cards! Bring your report card to the box office to receive your discount. Promotion active for current elementary through college students.
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
Weekend 5 | September 19-20
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
Weekend 6 | September 26-27
Knights on Bikes
Biker Discount! Show your motorcycle license at the Festival Box Office and save $5 on one regularly priced adult admission!
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
Festival Friday | October 2
College Cheers
Show your school pride for Festival Friday is College Discount Day! Patrons with a valid student ID gain access to Frugal Friday admission prices. If you’re a college student and of legal drinking age, receive one Free Domestic Beer on us. Cheers!
Frugal Friday
Discount admission prices at the box office valid Festival Friday only!
Adults – $22.95 / Seniors – $20.95 / Children – $15.95
Ladies & Lords Shopping Day
Grab your friends and join the Minnesota Renaissance Festival for a day of shopping and wine for only $30! Ticket includes admission, free glass of wine, gift bag, and the opportunity to receive discounts from select artisans all day!
School Discount Day
Reserve your tickets and “Seize the Day” with fun and educational experiences! Merchants will demonstrate a variety of crafts such as glass blowing, print making, candle making, face painting, musical instruments, pottery, sculpture and more! There are many educational events and entertainment including: Renaissance History, Live Action Jousting, Courtly Dance Lessons, Renaissance Games, Juggling School, and more!
Call our Sales Department at (952)445-7361 or visit Festival Friday page for more details and to hear about our fun contests to enter!
Weekend 7 | October 3-4
Soldier Savings
Any member of the armed services, active or veteran, will receive $5 off their gate Admission to the festival with the proper ID. It’s our special way of saying thank you to our country’s biggest heroes. This deal is valid for all current and past military members with government issued ID. To take advantage of this discount, present a valid military ID at the festival box office. Limit one per person.
Buy your discounted ticket in advance with GOVX!
