Pennsylvania Renaissance Faires, SCA, and LARP Events
Are there Ren Faires or SCA events in Pennsylvania?
There are definitely some events! We list different medieval and Renaissance-themed events by event type. This way you can find the Renaissance faire, LARP, or SCA event that you are looking for in Pennsylvania. We list upcoming events and recurring yearly events. Make sure that you check back regularly for future events. We update this page as events pass and more info for other events becomes available to us.
Faires
Event Name | Location | Date | Link |
| Celtic Fling & Highland Games | 2775 Lebanon Road Manheim, PA 17545 | 06-22-2024 – 06-23-2024 | http://www.parenfaire.com/celtic.html |
| Pittsburgh Renaissance Festival | 112 Renaissance Lane, West Newton, PA 15089 | 08-24-2024 – 09-29-2024 (Weekends, Labor Day) | https://pittsburghrenfest.com/ |
| Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire | 2775 Lebanon Road Manheim, PA 17545 | 08-17-2024 – 10-27-2024 (Weekends, Labor Day) | http://www.parenfaire.com/ |
| Ligonier Highland Games | Idlewild Park, 2574 US. Route 30, Ligonier, PA 15658 | 09-14-2024 | http://www.ligonierhighlandgames.org/ |
| Marcus Hook Pirate Festival | 4 E Delaware St, Marcus Hook, PA 19061 | 09-16-2023 | http://www.marcushookps.org/piratefestival.php |
| Celtic Classic Festival | 1605 Valley Center Parkway, Bethlehem, PA | 09-22-2023 – 09-24-2023 | https://celticfest.org/2021-celtic-classic-festival-information/ |
LARP
Event Name |
Location |
Date |
Link |
| Nero Polar Return of the King | Camp Sequanota, 368 Sequanota Road, Jennerstown, PA 15547 | 12-08-2023 – 12-10-2023 | http://www.nerolarponline.com/neroeventlist.aspx |
Reenactments
Event Type |
Event Name |
Location |
Date |
Link |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | East Kingdom Owlsherst Country 12th Night | York First Church of the Brethren, 2710 Kingston Rd. York, PA 17402 | 01-20-2024 | https://www.eastkingdom.org/event-details/?eid=4213 |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | Aethelmearc Steltonwald 12th Night | The Wooden Angel, 308 Leopard Lane, Beaver, PA 15009 | 01-27-2024 | https://aethelmearc.org/event/steltonwald-12th-night-3/ |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | East Kingdom At the Sign of the Fir, Bear and Lion | German Society of Pennsylvania, 611 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | 01-27-2024 | https://www.eastkingdom.org/event-details/?eid=4234 |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | East Kingdom Nova Schola | Montgomery County 4H Center, 1015 Bridge Rd, Collegeville, PA 19426 | 03-16-2024 | https://www.eastkingdom.org/event-details/?eid=4245 |
| Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) | Aethelmearc Brewing & Bacon Bash | Utica Volunteer Firehall, 3860 Academy Street, Utica, PA | 03-23-2024 | https://aethelmearc.org/event/brewing-bacon-bash-ix/ |
Other
Event Name | Location | Date | Link |
| Steel City Con | Monroeville Convention and Events Center, 209 Mall Plaza Blvd, Monroeville, PA 15146 | 04-12-2024 – 04-14-2024 | https://www.steelcitycon.com/ |
| Fan Expo Philadelphia | Pennsylvania Convention Center, 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | 05-03-2024 – 05-05-2024 | https://fanexpohq.com/fanexpophiladelphia/ |
What info can I find about these events?
We list the name of each event, its location in Pennsylvania, the date or dates that it is happening, and a link to recently updated info. The event names and other info 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, as past years have taught us. Medieval Collectibles is not responsible if the info 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 Renaissance Faire in Pennsylvania?
Ren faires are filled with all sorts of fun activities. There are usually booths for food and shopping. They will provide a range of food and drinks for you to try. Many Ren faires will have live music and entertainment. This can include live bands, jousting, shows, or performers.
Also, you can dress up in medieval clothing or wear a fantasy outfit. Some faires have weekend themes for you to enjoy. Others follow a made-up storyline with some characters that interact with guests. Regardless, faires and festivals are intended for people to have fun.
What happens at an SCA event?
To begin with, SCA stands for Society for Creative Anachronism. The organization contains many groups. They focus on historical reenacting. The groups can cover various styles and looks. This range of styles includes the Vikings, the Renaissance, and more. Some SCA participants act as officers and rulers over their part of the organization, such as a king, queen, or baron.
While the exact rules vary from group to group, they strive for as much historical accuracy as possible. Many SCA events will be battles. The most famous SCA event is Pennsic. It happens right in Pennsylvania! Others focus on the artistic and scientific aspects of reenacting. In fact, many groups will have events dedicated to these topics. Make sure to reach out to your local organizations to find out all their rules and events.
What happens at a LARP event?
Most LARP events, or Live-Action Role-Playing, will feature people dressed up as a character. It is often of 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 rule to any LARP battle is having fun while keeping safe in the process.
What if I don’t see a Ren faire or LARP event near me in Pennsylvania?
Don’t forget to look at nearby states like New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, and Ohio! They may have events close to you as well. Please keep in mind that we list events by the state or province. Many events are close to state borders. In addition, SCA and LARP organizations will often have events that are intended for people from further away. You can contact local SCA or LARP organizers to find out if there are other events that you could attend. Of course, you can always check out events across the United States and Canada.
What if I don’t see a Ren faire, LARP, or SCA event that I know is happening?
Awesome! Please help us expand our list of Renaissance faires, LARP, and SCA events in Pennsylvania. You can reach out to us via phone, email, or through our live chat. You can also contact us here! We will be happy to add new events to our list.
