Themed Weekends and Special Events
All special event contests are limited to 50 registered persons maximum unless otherwise stated.
Check out the 2025 Events below!
Special ticketed events* are separate from general admission and happen during the regular Faire Day. A specific special event admission ticket must be purchased to attend.
WEEKEND 2:
Double D...n'D Weekend
Saturday, September 6
Cleavage Contest and Campaigns
10:30 a.m. - 3:00p.m.: Adventurers Register at Dragonfly's Realm for 1-hour, 10-person, mini campaigns. Space is limited- first come-first served.
4:00 p.m.: The KRF Annual CLEAVAGE Contest on the King’s Stage (18+)
Faire ladies of the realm are invited to be daring, without baring! A series of competitions makes this celebration of the female form a hilariously fun time for participants and spectators alike. The contest allows 50 contestants max, 18+. Registration 30 minutes before at the Drum & Banner located in Noble's End.
Sunday, September 7
10:30 a.m. - 3:00p.m.: Adventurers Register at Dragonfly's Realm for 1-hour, 10-person, mini campaigns. Space is limited- first come-first served.
4:00 p.m.: KRF Dungeons & Gaming Campaign a Live Action Gaming Contest on the King's Stage.
D&D fans will not want to miss this!
Sunday, September 7 - Special Ticketed Event*
Roll & Stroll Pub Crawl #1, 21+
Take a trip through the Faire where you’ll find love for new friends… and beer! Must be 21+ with proper ID to participate. KRF reminds anyone consuming alcoholic beverages to please drink responsibly!
*Tickets must be purchased in advance online on our ticket site.
Event specifics will be emailed to ticket holders.
Limited tickets are available.
WEEKEND 1:
Labor Day Weekend: 3 days of Faire fun!
Saturday, August 30
Opening Day of our 44th Season
Sunday, August 31
Salute to Safety
(All active duty-veteran-retired Military, Police, Fire, and EMS personnel are admitted free of charge with proper ID/pay stub at the box office. A valid ID must accompany a pay stub. Military IDs accepted; DD214, Veteran Status State IDs, Active Military issue.) Don't miss our ceremony before the 5:00 p.m. joust to honor our heroes and recognize their important contributions.
Monday, September 1
Open for Labor Day Fun!
WEEKEND 3:
HP Fandom in the Kingdom Weekend
All day: Magical HP House Meetups
Join fellow Potterheads for meetups at various Faire locations - check your House listings at the Remembrance Shoppe in Noble's End when you arrive for details, all ages are welcome!
Saturday, Sept. 13 @ 4:00 p.m.: HP Sorting Hat on the King’s Stage
Want to know what “House” you truly belong to? Now you can! Meet at the King's Stage for a fast-moving hat sorting for all ages! No pre-registration is required. This is a timed event, and it is possible that not everyone who shows up will be able to participate.
5:00 p.m.: Costume Parade on the Tournament Field
All persons wearing Potter-themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field at 5:00!
Sunday, Sept. 14 @ 4:00 p.m.: The Spry Wizard Tournament on the Tournament Field
You'll have to be quick if you want in on this exciting new competition. Make it to the end of this daring challenge and be the envy of all gathered.
5:00p.m.: Costume Parade on the Tournament Field
All persons wearing Potter-themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field at 5:00!
WEEKEND 4:
Legends of Lore Weekend
Pirate Invasion & Lord of the Rings Fandom
Saturday, September 20 Release the Kraken!
4:00 p.m.: All Pirates and Sailors welcome. From Sparrow to Hook, Drake to Magellan come find out, who’s your Captain now… by competing in this hilariously challenging new event on the Tournament Field.
Sunday, September 21 Lord of the Rings Fandom
4:00 p.m.: Relay Race and Ring Toss Tournament on the Tournament Field - Costume Parade to follow.
Enter this new tourney and enjoy a lively game of speed and skill, with a "precious" costume parade to follow.
Sunday, September 21 Special Ticketed Event*:
Pub Crawl #2 " A Journey Through the Realm", 21+
Take a trip through the Faire where you’ll find love for new friends…secondsies and beer! Must be 21+ with proper ID to participate. KRF reminds anyone consuming alcoholic beverages to please drink responsibly!
*Tickets must be purchased in advance online on our ticket site.
Event specifics will be emailed to ticket holders.
Limited tickets are available.
WEEKEND 5:
Love is in the Faire!
Saturday, September 27 Vow Renewals
4:00 p.m.: Vow Renewal Ceremony on the King's Stage
This romantic event allows 25 couples on the stage, but you may participate from the audience as well! Registration 30 minutes before at the Maypole between the King's Stage and Queen's Stage.
Sunday, September 28 Princess Bride Fandom
4:00 p.m.: Princess Bride Trivia Contest
On the King's Stage- Inconceivable, but believable!
5:00 p.m.: Costume Parade on the Tournament Field
Princess Bride enthusiasts in costume are invited to strut their stuff on the Tournament field at 5:00.
WEEKEND 6:
Life's A Ball -Bridgerton Fandom
Saturday, October 4
4:00 p.m.: The Cavershire Ball, put on your Bridgerton best for this brand new event. This is your chance to be introduced into the court of King Richard where several people will be named jewels of the season. Will it be you? Prizing awarded in the following categories: Sapphire- Best Gown, Ruby- Best Wig, Emerald- Most Dashing
Sunday, October 5
4:00 p.m.: Bridgerton Trivia Contest on the King's Stage.
5:00p.m.: Costume Parade on the Tournament Field
This Bridgerton promenade will be a "Ton" of fun!
WEEKEND 7:
Highland Happenings
Saturday, October 11
4:00 p.m.: Highland Hunks, Men in Kilts Contest on the King's Stage
You won't want to miss our annual "Highland Hunks: Men in Kilts" contest on the King’s Stage on Saturday, October 12th at 4:00pm. (Note this is an 18+ show!)
Men of the realm are invited to be daring without baring in this hilarious series of competitions celebrating the male form - fun for participants and spectators alike! Limit 50 contestants max, must be 18+ to enter with ID.
Sunday, October 12
5:00p.m.: Outlander Fandom, Flash Mob Dance on the Tournament Field, Pre-registration required to participate.
Monday, October 13
4:00 p.m.: KRF Highland Games on the Tournament Field (18+) This high-stakes Tournament Field Competition is a series of classic Highland games with a KRF twist! Do you have what it takes? Guests with medical or physical limitations should not compete and do so at their own risk.
WEEKEND 8:
"WICKED" BIG FINALE!
Saturday, October 18
2:00 p.m.: Childrens' Costume Parade following the Knighting Ceremony (ages 11 and under please)
2:30-Close: Childrens' Trick or Treating, we're not tricking you... visit shops with pumpkins for a festive treat!
4:00 p.m.: Adult Costume Contest on the King's Stage
You won't want to miss our annual Adult Costume Contest on the King's Stage (Note this is an 18+ contest but all are welcome to watch!)
Prizes awarded in the following categories:
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Witch- From Elphaba to Babayaga do you best to impress
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Fantasy- Book, Movie, and Television favorites
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Renaissance- From Rogue to Royal
Limit 50 contestants max, must be 18+ to enter with ID.
Register to participate 30 minutes before the contest at the maypole between the King's and Queen's stages.
Sunday, October 19:
2:30-Close: Childrens' Trick or Treating, we're not tricking you... visit shops with pumpkins for a festive treat!
5:00p.m.: Witch Dance, Flash Mob dance on the Tournament Field. Shake your bacon with fellow witches and warlocks at this hallowed event. Pre-registration required, email: info@kingrichardsfaire.net
Sunday, October 19: Special Ticketed Event*:
"Last Call" Pub Crawl (third and final of the season) - 21+ only
Take a final trip through the Faire in 2025 where you’ll find love for new friends… and beer! Must be 21+ with proper ID to participate. KRF reminds anyone consuming alcoholic beverages to please drink responsibly!
*Tickets must be purchased in advance online on our ticket site.
Event specifics will be emailed to ticket holders.
Limited tickets are available.
6:00 p.m.: - Final Drum Jam at the Front Gate
Dance to the rhythm of majestic drums as we say farewell to another season filled with magic and merriment!