Michigan’s Acclaimed Renaissance Faire Begins Soon: What To Know

Hear ye, hear ye, the gathering of thy royal court in the village of Hollygrove shall soon begin. Okay, that's the best impression of old-timey talk I can do, but this is merely a taste of what you'll experience at Renaissance Faire in Holly at the end of the month, and it is something you don't want to miss.

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Now in its 47th year, this faire continues to have attendance numbers over 250,000 and promises another year of wonder. Here's what to know.

Tommy McNeill, Townsquare Media

Michigan Renaissance Festival in Holly, MI

The Michigan Renaissance Festival for the 2026 season is set to take place from August 22nd to October 4th, with special themes taking place each weekend. It takes place at 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly, MI 48442, with tickets starting at $18.95 for general admission and parking passes costing $15. New this year is a Viking-inspired hall, a wizard wand workshop, and a race (5k or 1-Mile) through Hollygrove.

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Set in the fictional village of Hollygrove (inspired by the town it takes place in), it is packed with what you'd want from the 16th century: jousting, markets, theater, and lots of mead. It's enough to make you yell "Huzzah!" Oh, and you're encouraged to show up in costume to really get in on the atmosphere.

Personally, my favorite part of the entire experience isn't the jousting - rather, it's the random pickle merchant that gives you a giant pickle in a rather ceremonious way. You'll just have to believe me and seek him out when you go this season.