Louisiana Renaissance Festival 2026
The Louisiana Renaissance Festival is returning to Hammond this fall, bringing knights, pirates, performers, and plenty of medieval-inspired entertainment back to the Northshore.
Running on select weekends from November 7 through December 13, the annual festival transforms the Hammond countryside into the Village of Albright, a recreation of a 16th century English village. Visitors can explore artisan shops, watch live performances, enjoy themed food and drinks, and take part in activities inspired by history and fantasy.
Located at 46468 River Rd., the Louisiana Renaissance Festival has been a fall tradition for more than 25 years, offering an experience for families, history enthusiasts, and visitors looking for something different to do.
A Village Full of Medieval Fun
Throughout the festival, guests can explore a village filled with more than 600 artisans, performers, and craftspeople.
Entertainment includes live jousting tournaments, musical performances, comedy, and demonstrations of traditional skills such as glassblowing and blacksmithing. Visitors can also shop for handmade clothing, jewelry, accessories, and other crafts from merchants throughout the grounds.
Food and drinks are another part of the experience, with festival vendors offering a variety of meals, snacks, and beverages. Guests can also reserve special tasting experiences featuring beer, mead, wine, tea, cocktails, and other drinks.
Costumes are encouraged but not required, allowing visitors to participate in the Renaissance atmosphere however they prefer.
Six Themed Weekends and a Firework Finale
The 2026 Louisiana Renaissance Festival will feature six themed weekends, each offering different entertainment and activities.
The season begins November 7 and 8 with Fae & Fantasy Weekend, featuring fairies, elves, wizards, costume showcases, and magical-themed activities.
Pirate Weekend, November 14 and 15, will bring sea shanties, sword fights, and treasure hunts to the village. The following weekend, November 21 and 22, Celtic Weekend will celebrate Irish and Scottish traditions with music, bagpipes, and themed costumes.
From November 27-29, Lore & Legends Weekend will focus on mythology, storytelling, and legendary characters. Visitors can participate in themed activities and dress as knights, gods, or other figures from folklore.
The festival continues December 5 and 6 with Viking Weekend, featuring Norse-inspired entertainment, axe-throwing activities, and shield wall demonstrations.
The season concludes December 12 and 13 with Yuletide Market & Fireworks Weekend, combining holiday shopping, caroling, and festive entertainment. Fireworks are scheduled for both evenings, with festivities continuing until approximately 8 p.m.
This year's festival also introduces a convenient ticketing feature that allows visitors to reschedule their admission date once through their ticket confirmation email.
Louisiana Renaissance Festival Tickets and Admission
The Louisiana Renaissance Festival will operate on November 7-8, 14-15, 21-22, and 27-29, as well as December 5-6 and 12-13.
Regular festival hours are 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended evening activities during the final fireworks weekend. The event takes place rain or shine.
General admission costs $31.18 plus tax for visitors ages 13 and older. Tickets for children ages six through 12 cost $15.74 plus tax, while children five and younger receive free admission.
Tickets must be purchased online for a specific date, and admission is subject to availability. Parking is free.
Special tasting experiences require separate reservations and admission tickets. The festival's season passes, Friends of Faire memberships, and onsite camping reservations are currently sold out, although single-day tickets remain available.
Whether visitors come for the jousting, handmade crafts, themed entertainment, or holiday festivities, the Louisiana Renaissance Festival offers several weekends to explore the world of Albright.
For tickets, schedules, and additional information, visit RenFest.net.
