King Richard's Faire is the largest and longest-running Renaissance Faire in the New England area. The premiere fall event features live entertainment, food, children's activities, exotic animals, games & rides. Weekends thru September & October.

Schedule of Events

Weekend 1

September 3, 2022

Opening Day

September 4, 2022

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.)

September 5, 2022
Open For Labor Day

Weekend 2

September 10, 2022

4:00pm - 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 participant and spectator alike. 50 contestants max, must be female, 18+ (RFA)
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole

September 11, 2022

4:00pm - Tea Time with the Queen! In the Kid's Cove, Children (11 and under)
Join Queen Anne in the Kid's Cove for this brand new, noble nibble! Snack and beverage provided for ticketed children. Parental supervision is required. *Tickets must be purchased in advance online*
(Limit 40)

5:00pm - "Moment of Remembrance" - 9/11, on the Tournament Field
Honoring America's Past

Weekend 3

September 17, 2022

4:00pm - Vow Renewal Ceremony on The King's Stage

All married couples looking to re-affirm their commitment to one another are invited to join in this beloved event. Stage space is limited to couples only. Family groupings may join in from ground level. 25 couples on stage max. Not legally binding.
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole
18+

September 18, 2022

September Pub Crawl, 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!

Weekend 4

September 24, 2022

4:00pm - Game of Thrones Trivia on the King's Stage

Join fellow G. O. T. enthusiasts for a treacherous game of trivia- no one is safe as they compete to be the last one standing and ruler of the seven kingdoms!
50 contestants max, 18+
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole

Costume Parade to the Tournament Field
At the conclusion of the trivia contest, all persons wearing G.O.T. themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field!

September 25, 2022

4:00pm - House of the Dragon Trivia on the King's Stage

Join fellow G. O. T. enthusiasts for a treacherous game of trivia based on the brand-new prequel series H.O.T.D.
50 contestants max, 18+

Costume Parade to the Tournament Field
At the conclusion of the trivia contest, all persons wearing G.O.T. themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field!

Weekend 5

October 1, 2022

All Day - HP House Meetups, All AgesCheck the House Listings at the Remembrance Shoppe when you arrive for details!

2:15pm Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

4:00pm - HP Sorting Hat on the King's Stage, All Ages
Want to know what "House" you truly belong to? Now you can, join the Hat that Sorts, for a fast-moving sorting of all ages!
No pre-registration required, this is a timed-event, and it is possible that not everyone who shows up will be able to participate.

Costume Parade to the Tournament Field
At the conclusion of the Hat Sorting, all persons wearing H.P. themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field!

4:45pm - Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

October 2, 2022

All Day - HP House Meetups, All Ages
Check the House Listings at the Remembrance Shoppe when you arrive for details!

2:15pm Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

4:00pm - HP Sorting Hat on the King's Stage
Want to know what "House" you truly belong to? Now you can, join the Hat that Sorts, for a fast-moving sorting of all ages!
No pre-registration required, this is a timed-event, and it is possible that not everyone who shows up will be able to participate.
All Ages

Costume Parade to the Tournament Field
At the conclusion of the Hat Sorting, all persons wearing H.P. themed costumes are invited to show them off in a parade to… and through the Tournament field!

4:45pm - Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

Weekend 6

October 8, 2022

4:00pm - HIGHLAND HUNKS - Men in Kilts' contest on the King's Stage
Men of the realm are invited to be daring, without baring! No kilt? No Problem- there's a place for you… if the audience allows! A series of competitions makes this celebration of the male form a hilariously fun time for participant and spectator alike. 50 contestants max, must be male, 18+ (RFA)
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole
18+

October 9, 2022

4:00pm - Highland Huzzah! -Tug of war on the Tournament Field
Bring your friends and join teams as they compete to be the victors in this challenge of strength!
Registration ½ hour before at The King's Nuts

4:00pm - KRF Highland Games on the Tournament Field
This high stakes Tournament Field Competition is a series of classic Highland games with a KRF Twist! Do you have what it takes? 50 contestants max. Guests with heart, back, neck, or skeletal issues should not compete and do so at their own risk.
Registration ½ hour before at The King's Nuts
18+

Weekend 7

October 15, 2022

4:00pm - Time Travelers Trivia on the King's Stage
Unite with fellow science-fiction enthusiasts for a whirlwind game of trivia based on kingdoms, near, far, and out of this world.
50 contestants max.
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole

October 16, 2022

October Pub Crawl
Join together with friends old and new, for a trip through the Faire featuring good laughs and… Beer! Must be 21+ with proper ID to participate. KRF reminds anyone consuming alcoholic beverages to please drink responsibly!

Weekend 8

October 22, 2022

2:00pm - Children's Costume Parade - following the Knighting Ceremony on the Dance Stage
All children regardless of costume are welcome to join in this parade, costumes are fun, and imaginations are great. It starts at 2 so don't be late! Parents should accompany minor children. No-pre-registration required.

2:15pm- Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

4:00pm - Adult Costume Contest on the King's Stage
Creativity abounds when this contest gets underway. Prizing for Fantasy, Most Renaissance, & Pop-Culture costumes.
50 contestants max.
Registration ½ hour before at The Maypole
18+

4:45pm - Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

October 23, 2022

2:15pm- Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

4:45pm - Witch Dance on the Tournament Field
Got the itch to witch? Anyone can join in this international flash mob style dance by emailing infoatkingrichardsfaire.net!
Pre-registration required

6:00pm - "Fairewell" Drum Jam outside the Front Gate
King Richard, Queen Anne, and all their friends- come together to say goodbye to another Season of Magic and Merriment, where memories were made and hearts…. play on - to the beat of the drums!

Date: September 3-October 23, 2022

Location:
King Richard's Fairgrounds,
235 Main Street,
Carver, MA 02330.

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