Minnesota Renaissance Faires, SCA, and LARP Events
Where can I find a Ren faire or SCA event in Minnesota?
Here at Medieval Collectibles, we have put together a list of Renaissance faires, LARP, and SCA events in Minnesota. We list the events by event type. In addition, we list upcoming events and recurring yearly events. Check back regularly for future events! We will keep this page updated regularly as events pass and more info for other events becomes available.
Faires
Event Name | Location | Date | Link |
| Fantasy of the Lakes | 13292 Sylvan Ave, Lindstrom, MN 55045 | 05-17-2025 – 05-18-2025 | https://www.facebook.com/people/Fantasy-of-the-Lakes-Festival-ll/100063786423834/ |
| Minnesota Scottish Fair & Highland Games | Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave, Saint Paul, MN | 07-19-2025 | https://www.mnscottishfair.org/ |
| Crow Wing Viking Festival | Crow Wing County Fairgrounds, Brainerd, Minnesota | 08-09-2025 | https://www.crowwingvikingfestival.com/ |
| Festival of Skalds | 8182 Carpenter Rd, Angora, MN 55703 | 08-09-2025 – 08-10-2025 | https://ironrangerarts.com/festival-of-skalds |
| Minnesota Renaissance Festival | 12364 Chestnut Blvd. Shakopee, MN 55379-8944 | 08-22-2026 – 10-04-2026 (Weekends, Labor Day, and October 2) | https://www.renaissancefest.com/ |
| Great Northern Viking Festival | McGowen Farm, Mankato, Minnesota | 10-18-2025 – 10-19-2025 | https://greatnorthernvikingfestival.com/ |
LARP
Event Name |
Location |
Date |
Link |
| Alliance LARP Minnesota October Event | Parker Scout Reservation, 21930 Paradise Dr N, Nisswa, MN 56468 | 10-17-2025 – 10-19-2025 | https://mnalliancelarp.com/events-1 |
Reenactments
Event Type |
Event Name |
Location |
Date |
Link |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | Northshield Winter Regional Melee Practice | Garden City Community Center, 114 West Pleasant St, Garden City, MN 56034 | 12-20-2025 | https://northshield.org/calendar/1507/ |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | Northshield Nordskogen’s 12th Night | Lord of Life Church, 14501 Nowthen Blvd NW, Ramsey MN 55303 | 01-17-2026 | https://northshield.org/calendar/1505/ |
| Northshield Rapier Melee Practice | Historical Museum and Community Center, 600 W 1st St, West Concord, MN 55901 | 02-07-2026 | https://northshield.org/calendar/1522/ | |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | Northshield Lupercalia | Garden City Community Center, 114 West Pleasant St, Garden City MN 56034 | 02-14-2026 | https://northshield.org/calendar/1520/ |
Other
Event Name |
Location |
Date |
Link |
| Nerdinout Con | Graham Arena, 1570 Fairgrounds Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904 | 04-12-2025 – 04-13-2025 | https://www.nerdinoutcomiccon.com/ |
| Excalibur Con | Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, 350 Harbor Dr, Duluth, MN 55802 | 08-16-2025 – 08-17-2025 | https://mnswca.org/excalibur-con-2025 |
| Twin Cities Con | Minneapolis Convention Center, 1301 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 | 11-07-2025 – 11-09-2025 | https://www.twincitiescon.com/ |
What info do you have about Renaissance faires and LARP events in Minnesota?
We list the event name, location, date, and a link to the most update info that we can find. The event names and other information is based on what is listed freely online by the organizers and associations. Please keep in mind that while we try to provide the most recent info, event details can change. Medieval Collectibles is not responsible if the information has changed or is no longer available. In addition, we are not responsible for or affiliated with any of these events unless otherwise stated.
What can I do at a Ren Faire in Minnesota?
When it comes to a Renaissance faire, there are so many things to do. Most Ren faires and festivals will have booths for food and shopping. These foods will often be themed around medieval feasts. There is usually live performances and music at a Ren faire. Part of the fun includes dressing up in costume. You can look medieval or have a fantasy outfit.
What happens at a LARP event?
Most LARP events, or Live-Action Role-Playing, will feature people dressed up as their character, often their own creation. Many LARP events are battles where people will fight with foam weapons. While the rules differ from group to group, the basic foundation to any LARP battle is having fun while keeping safe in the process.
What is SCA?
SCA stands for Society for Creative Anachronism. This is a group, based mostly in the USA, that focuses on historical reenactments. Many SCA groups will have specific standards about historical accuracy when it comes to the clothing, food, weapons, armour, and gear used in their events.
What if I don’t see an SCA or LARP event near me in Minnesota?
Make sure to check out the pages of nearby states and provinces, such as Manitoba, Ontario, Wisconsin, Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota, for more events. We sort events by the state or province. Many events are close to state borders. Of course, you can always check out events across the United States and Canada.
Don’t see a Faire, LARP, or SCA event that you know about?
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