King Richard's Faire 2026: Visitor's Guide
For more than four decades, a 16th-century kingdom has materialized in the woods of Carver each fall. King Richard's Faire — billed as the largest Renaissance festival in New England — returns for its 45th season on weekends from September 5 through October 25, 2026, plus the Monday holidays of September 7 and October 12.
What the faire is
Set on a 200-acre wooded site, King Richard's Faire packs eight stages of entertainment, three jousting tournaments daily with armored knights on horseback, strolling minstrels and acrobats, a sprawling artisan marketplace, hand-powered rides in the Gaming Glen, pony rides, and the Faire's famous spit-roasted turkey legs. It has been running since 1982 and remains the marquee Renaissance event in the region.
Hours and tickets
Gates open 10 a.m. and close at 6 p.m., rain or shine. General admission is tiered by date:
- Sept 5–20: $36 adults (12+), $22 children (4–11)
- Sept 26–Oct 4: $40 adults, $24 children
- Oct 10–25: $46 adults, $26 children
- Children under 4 are free.
Dated tickets are sold online (with a per-ticket convenience fee); a limited number are available at the front gate daily, where the box office is cash only. Tickets are non-refundable, and there is no re-entry once you leave. Parking is free, with complimentary shuttle service from auxiliary lots when needed.
Good to know
- No outside food or drink (breast milk and baby formula excepted). Food and beverages are sold inside; food tickets are cash-only at kiosks.
- No pets except trained service animals.
- No weapons brought onto the grounds; costume adornments are handled case-by-case.
- Costumes are encouraged but optional — dress for the woods and wear practical footwear.
Planning your visit
King Richard's Faire is at 5 Pine Street, Carver, MA, off Route 58 — about an hour south of Boston and reachable from Providence via I-495. Arrive near opening (10
a.m.) for the best parking. Themed weekends run throughout the season, so no two visits are quite the same.Q: When is King Richard's Faire 2026?
It runs weekends (Saturdays and Sundays) from September 5 through October 25, 2026, plus Monday holidays September 7 and October 12. Gates are open 10
a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine.Q: How much are tickets?
General admission is tiered by date: $36/$22 (adult/child) Sept 5–20, $40/$24 Sept 26–Oct 4, and $46/$26 Oct 10–25. Children under 4 are free. Dated tickets are sold online; limited cash-only tickets are available at the gate.
Q: Where is King Richard's Faire, and is parking free?
It's at 5 Pine Street, Carver, MA, on a 200-acre site off Route 58. Parking is free, with complimentary shuttles from auxiliary lots when the main lots fill.
Q: Can I bring food, pets, or weapons?
No outside food or drink, no pets (service animals excepted), and no weapons on the grounds. Costumes are welcome and encouraged but optional.
Related Reading
- New England Renaissance Faires 2026: A Complete Guide
- Connecticut Renaissance Faire 2026: Visitor's Guide
Last updated: June 2026
