The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow

Name: The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow
Address: 4051 Dean Avenue, Des Moines, IA, 50317, US
Telephone: +15152624100
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.7

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The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow

A theme park style English village, featuring beautiful landscaping, over forty unique buildings, and one of the largest "castles" in America.
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Since 2006 The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow has been entertaining people of all ages!

2024 Faire Dates
Spring Fling: May 11-12, 18-19
RFSH: August 31-Sept. 2, 7-8, 14-15

9+ stages on 15 acres
Over 50 vendors & activities
11 food & drink booths Join us for live entertainment, street theater, shopping, food and drink. There is so much to see, we offer a low cost season pass good for all seven days.

11/12/2024

Many of our performers are veterans from multiple branches. Our deepest gratitude goes to them and all of the veterans who have diligently served.

Photo courtesy of 3 Pints Gone from the 2024 Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow.

09/17/2024

Thank you for being a part of Iowa's largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

It is our wish to continue to bring laughter, excitement and fun to the Midwest!

Mark your calendars for 2025!

Spring Fling: May 10-11 & 17-18
The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow: Aug 30-Sept 1, 6-7 & 13-14

We will see you in the Spring!

📸. Denis Currier - Fast Action Photo

09/17/2024

Thank you to The Groggy Dog for their first year as a sponsor of The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Enjoy a short drive to Indianola for the Oktoberfest on Sept. 20th!

https://www.thegroggydog.com/

09/17/2024

Thank you to our friend and sponsor, Van Wijk Winery, for providing Iowa's top meads and wines again this year at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Visit their beautiful winery for a tasting and a tour! It will be one of your favorite ventures in the Midwest!

https://vanwijkwinery.com/

09/15/2024

The gates are open to Iowa’s largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

There is 1 more day of Pirates, (Steam) Punks and Pets!

Dress like a pirate or go Steampunk, but come experience all of the entertainment and artists gathered from across the nation!

Gates are open 10:00 - 6:00 pm. Tickets are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/15/2024

You still have a chance to see what lies beyond the gates of Iowa’s largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Gates open at 10:00 am! See the Master Falconers of Regalia International Birds of Prey with their hawks, owls and even an eagle!

There are 10 stages of live entertainment from across the U.S.!

Tickets are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/14/2024

The gates are open to Iowa's largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Join our Grand Finale with Pirates, (Steam) Punks and Pets!

Adventure through the faire with our 10 stages of live entertainment and celebrate at the end of the day with The Big Huzzah at 5:00!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/13/2024

Let your compass guide you to Pirate weekend at Iowa's largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Experience the sounds of one of the most sought after Pirate bands with their background in rock, metal, Celtic, country, blues and jazz!

End your day at The Big Huzzah at 5:00!

Participate in the Drum Jam and Sea Shanties, be amazed at the antics of Knotty Bits Pirate Circus and then let loose with Totally Lost!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

📸 Greg Stanek and Totally Lost

09/13/2024

Match wits with the Quest Master to find your treasure at Iowa's largest Renaissance Faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Each day, kids can solve clues and adventure through the Renaissance village. Best of all...it's FREE!

Dress like a pirate and spend the day with live performances the whole family will love! Jousting, Birds of Prey, Pirate Puppies, Sea Shanty Sing-a-Longs, Acrobats, Fire Spinners and so much more!

Buy your tickets now and make memories to last a lifetime!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/13/2024

Pass through our gates and discover a magical world unlike any other, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

We are Iowa's largest Renaissance Faire and offer 10 stages of live, professional entertainment!

With over 80 artists, vendors and crafters, you will find the perfect treasure to commemorate your visit.

Only here, can you experience unique food and drink such as Bubble Waffles, Scotch Eggs, Buttered Beer and more!

Begin your adventure! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/13/2024

It's PIRATE weekend at Iowa's largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Dress like a pirate, grab your rum and feast your eyes on 10 stages of live entertainment!

The pirates have invaded! See Totally Lost, Puppies of Penzance, Knotty Bits, Pirates Inc, Orckes & Trolles, William & Black Jack and so much more!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com.

📸. Royal Rogues and Renegades

The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines, IA is a magical experience for both young and old. When you enter our gates for the first time you will go back in time to an era when kings and queens ruled, knights jousted, and the arts came alive!

09/13/2024

Choose your champion, whether hero or villain, at Iowa's largest Renaisance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Spend your day outdoors, adventuring with your friends and family through our 15 acres, hidden within the hills and forests of Des Moines.

Don't miss a minute of the professional performers who have gathered from across the United States to converge on Des Moines! We have 10 stages of live entertainment!

Enjoy the shows with your favorite beverage, Buttered Beer or perhaps mead from one of Iowa's leading wineries, the Van Wijk Winery.

Buy your tickets today for the Grand Finale of RFSH 2024!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/13/2024

Plan your day with the amazing entertainers at Iowa's largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Get your tickets now for the Grand Finale of RFSH 2024, and end each day with our Big Huzzah!

Starting at 5:00 pm, you will be included in the energetic drum jam with sea shanties. (It is PIRATE weekend)! Watch Knotty Bits as they contort and perform unbelievable acts of their pirate circus!

And then, get lost...TOTALLY LOST!! The leading pirate band of the Midwest! They will have you dancing between the tables!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/12/2024

Receive the royal treatment with VIP parking at Iowa's largest renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

VIP parking is limited and has sold out each day! Reserve your VIP space online for only $10!

See national entertainers on 10 stages, and visit over 80 artists crafters and vendors! Fuel your fun with unique offerings such as Bubble Waffles, Scotch Eggs and Buttered Beer at 10 food / drink booths!

Weekend passes only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

📸 Denis Currier - Fast Action Photo

09/12/2024

Be part of the performance at Iowa's largest Renaissance Faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

The Master Falconers will show their birds in full flight! See eagles, hawks and owls closer than ever before!

It's an adventure you won't want to miss! Get your tickets for our final weekend: Sept 14-15!

Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

09/12/2024

Never been to faire before? We will make sure you get Totally Lost at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

One of the Midwest's favorite bands, Totally Lost boasts a background of metal, rock, Celtic, country, jazz and blues!

With their eclectic sounds and captivating performance, you won't be able to stay in your seat!

Hear them during the day, then stay for the Big Huzzah at 5:00 pm!

It all starts with the Drum Jam & Sea Shanties, followed by the unbelievable acts of Knotty Bits, then the big finish...Totally Lost!!!

Get your weekend passes now for only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available only online for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

📸 STL PhotoVisions, Totally Lost

09/11/2024

This weekend is Pirates, (Steam) Punks and Pets at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

We want all of our guests (both 2-legged and 4-legged) to have a wonderful visit! Please see our complete pet policy if you are bringing your fuzzy friend.

Your well-behaved dog or cat is FREE to enter! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

Weekend passes are only $23!

Buy yours today at www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

📸. Bryan Butcher - Dreamsenses Photography

09/11/2024

Visit one of Iowa's fastest growing destination points for family entertainment, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow!

Adventure through 15 acres of our Renaissance village with 10 stages of live entertainment!

Knights will charge into battle! Acrobats will spin above your head! Daredevils will breathe fire high into the air!

Don't miss a moment! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE!

FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10!

www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

📸 Denis Currier - Fast Action Photo

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4051 Dean Avenue
Des Moines, IA
50317

Telephone

+15152624100

Website

http://www.sleepyhollowrenfaire.com/

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You still have a chance to see what lies beyond the gates of Iowa’s largest Renaissance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Gates open at 10:00 am! See the Master Falconers of Regalia International Birds of Prey with their hawks, owls and even an eagle! There are 10 stages of live entertainment from across the U.S.! Tickets are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

Pass through our gates and discover a magical world unlike any other, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! We are Iowa's largest Renaissance Faire and offer 10 stages of live, professional entertainment! With over 80 artists, vendors and crafters, you will find the perfect treasure to commemorate your visit. Only here, can you experience unique food and drink such as Bubble Waffles, Scotch Eggs, Buttered Beer and more! Begin your adventure! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

Choose your champion, whether hero or villain, at Iowa's largest Renaisance faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Spend your day outdoors, adventuring with your friends and family through our 15 acres, hidden within the hills and forests of Des Moines. Don't miss a minute of the professional performers who have gathered from across the United States to converge on Des Moines! We have 10 stages of live entertainment! Enjoy the shows with your favorite beverage, Buttered Beer or perhaps mead from one of Iowa's leading wineries, the Van Wijk Winery. Buy your tickets today for the Grand Finale of RFSH 2024! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #Renaissance #pirates #family #desmoines #jousting #armoredcombat #falconry

Be part of the performance at Iowa's largest Renaissance Faire, The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! The Master Falconers will show their birds in full flight! See eagles, hawks and owls closer than ever before! It's an adventure you won't want to miss! Get your tickets for our final weekend: Sept 14-15! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #Renaissance #desmoines #pirates #family #falconry #Hawks

The Puppies of Penzance are showing their skills at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Come on out today to see the Puppies and the rest of our great entertainment line up! Visit one of our 80 vendors to find your perfect treasure! Weekend passes only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com

Take a look at Iowa's largest Renaissance Festival - The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! We are one of the best values for entertainment in the Midwest! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking online only for $10! Grab the kids, grandparents, neighbors..You name it! There is something for everyone at Sleepy Hollow! Tickets available at www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #Renaissance #desmoines #family #jousting #circus #joust

The knights of JoustEvolution will thunder into the arena at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Cheer for your champion as knghts, fully donned in steel armor, battle upon horseback! See JoustEvolution twice daily! Weekend passes available for only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com 📸 Kyle Morrison of Flashback Photography #Renaissance #desmoines #family #joust #jousting

A hero rides against all odds at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Sir William does not cower under threat! He rises to face the danger...it is his destiny! But will youthful skills be enough against experience and cunning? Choose your champion - hero or villain! JoustEvolution, the Midwest's premier joust team, will perform twice daily for all 3 weekends. Join us for opening weekend August 31- Sept 2. Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online ticket purchase! VIP parking available online only for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com 📸 Bryan Butcher - Dreamsenses Photography, Denis Currier - Fast Action Photo #ineedahero #Renaissance #desmoines #family

Not sure what to expect on your visit to The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow? Here's a bird's eye view! Our village resides on 15 acres where the rest of the world ceases to exist. This is where you can lose yourself in a world of magic and imagination; make memories that last a lifetime! Join us for opening weekend August 31 - Sept 2. You can be part of the magic all 3 days for only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online ticket purchase! VIP parking available online for only $10! Tickets available at www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #Renaissance #desmoines #family

Every great story has a villain...Judas will ride once again at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow in Des Moines! Horses will thunder onto the joust field where good will face evil! Who will win? Who is your hero? Choose wisely... Cheer on your champion twice a day with JoustEvolution! The Midwest's premier joust team delivers action and humor with a few twists and turns! Explore one of Iowa's fastest growing family entertainment venues! Weekend passes are only $23! Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP parking available online for $10! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #badguysneedlovetoo

The Brothers of Perpetual Penniless invite you to The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! And don't miss one of their favorite shows...Better Than Nun! These hilarious ladies of the habit will appear all 3 weekends with comedy, music and fun! FREE parking with online ticket purchase! VIP parking available online only! Buy your tickets now at www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com #Renaissance #desmoines #betterthannun

Witness majestic birds of prey in full flight at The Renaissance Faire at Sleepy Hollow! Regalia International will present a variety of great aerial hunters, closer than you have even seen them before! Your imagination will soar as you walk the streets of our 17 acre permanent village, hidden within the rolling hills of Des Moines. Find the perfect treasure to commemorate your visit from over 80 artists, crafters and vendors. Kids 12 & under are FREE! FREE parking with online purchase! VIP Parking available online only! www.SleepyHollowRenFaire.com 📸 Bryan Butcher - Dreamsenses Photography, Denis Currier - Fast Action Photo #Renaissance #desmoines #family #birdsofprey

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A theme park style English village, featuring beautiful landscaping, over forty unique buildings, and one of the largest "castles" in America. Join us for live entertainment, street theater, shopping, food, and drink. There is so much to see, we offer a low-cost season pass good for all seven days.

The dates for 2018 will remain the first three weekends in September including Labor Day

September 1st, 2nd & 3rd – Vikings & Shieldmaidens September 8th-9th: Kilts & Lucky Lasses September 15th-16th: Pirates & Wenches 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., rain or shine!

We are also excited to announce a major change in pricing for 2018, while technically the pricing will stay exactly the same as last year we are moving to a weekend pass model. Meaning, when you buy your ticket it is good for the ENTIRE weekend you purchased it for. So if you attend Labor Day weekend your $19 dollar wristband will get you through the gate for all three days, or for both days if you attend the second or third weekend. Season Passes passes are also available at a per weekend discount.