Eastern North Carolina Renaissance Faire

Fair

Kinston, NC

Eastern North Carolina Renaissance Faire offers free entertainment, including jousting, at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds in Kinston, with 2024 attendance exceeding 12,000.

  • families seeking an outdoor Renaissance-themed festival
  • guests interested in jousting, costumed performances, Vikings, pirates, or fantasy characters
  • visitors seeking included live entertainment and artisan vendors

Lenoir County Fairgrounds

Fair

Kinston, NC

Lenoir County Fairgrounds hosts a five-day agricultural fair with amusement rides, contests, live entertainment, and attendance averaging over 14,000.

  • attending a fall agricultural fair with rides, entertainment, exhibits, and contests
  • commercial exhibitors seeking exposure to over 14,000 fairgoers
  • vendors needing commercial booth or midway outdoor space

ENC Ren Faire

Fair

Kinston, NC

Eastern North Carolina Renaissance Faire offers free entertainment, including jousting, at the Lenoir County Fairgrounds in Kinston, with 2024 attendance exceeding 12,000.

  • families seeking an outdoor Renaissance-themed festival
  • guests interested in jousting, costumed performances, Vikings, pirates, or fantasy characters
  • visitors seeking included live entertainment and artisan vendors

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FAQ

How much does a commercial booth cost at the Lenoir County Fair?

Published commercial booth prices are $250 for a 10′ x 10′ space and $350 for a 10′ x 20′ space.

When is the Lenoir County Fair in 2026?

The annual five-day fair is scheduled for October 6–10, 2026.

What is included at the Eastern North Carolina Renaissance Faire?

Admission includes stage entertainment such as live jousting and costumed historical or fantasy performances. Artisan vendors and themed games are also part of the event.

Can I bring pets or outside food to the Renaissance Faire?

Outside pets and outside food or beverages are not allowed, except for medical or infant-related exemptions.