Be swept off to the Ottoman Empire with The Adventures Of Baksana! Hey! This band of merry music-makers and daring dancers will share with you epic tales of their escapades, delighting ALL audiences, young and old. Dances and songs from Egypt, Turkey and the Balkans are woven into stories of humor, drama and suspense. Do they have what it takes to break enchantments, cross desserts and defeat a warrior, sail up the Nile to retrieve precious treasure, and play messenger to royalty?! See for yourself! Every set is a new adventure!

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The Belfast Bandits formed in 2014 with a vision of showcasing the joy of traditional Celtic music and to mix it with familiar songs that an audience can connect with. We play foot-stomping dance-able tunes, encourage the audience to sing along, and always play with a smile. Since forming all those years ago, we have played at Murphy's Pub (Wallingford), Kells (Seattle), Irish Rover (Kirkland), Owl 'n Thistle (Seattle), Tim's Tavern (White Center), Conor Bryne (Ballard), Growler Guys (Seattle), Bailey's (Whidbey Island) and many smaller venues. We are ready to make our Renaissance Faire debut at the WMRF Knight Club this year!

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Improvised Penance. Unholy Laughter. Righteous Fun. Some monastic orders make wine. Others take vows of silence. But The Clergy of Errors? They make things up—on purpose. These traveling monks bring a holy order of hilarity to the lanes and stages of the Faire, offering improvised comedy sermons that absolve all sins... of bad jokes past. Whether thou seeketh redemption or just a good belly laugh, their sacred mission is clear: to deliver righteous joy unto the masses. With offerings in both family friendly and not safe for church styles, the Clergy tailor each show to their congregation. No two services are the same—except for the laughter and the blessed absurdity. Come, be baptized in the comedy of the cloth!

DJ Blake Ward and High Fantasy return to the Pacific Northwest with their signature Ren Faire afterparty, the Knight Club. Blending whimsical vibes with modern club energy, Knight Club makes for a magical end to your day at the Ren Faire. Fresh off a national tour of their Elfsong Tavern series and the release of a remix of Soldier, Poet, King with Ginny Di, they’re bringing chainmail and enchanted bass to the dancefloor. Whether youre a feral princess H-O-T T-O G-O 3 meads deep, or a raving rogue looking for revelry, this is your night.

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Based in the Pacific Northwest, The Fractal Phase is a troupe of multidisciplinary entertainment artists who blend dance, theatrical storytelling, and jaw-dropping flow arts to ignite the imagination. Specializing in fire performance, their shows feature an array of fiery props—from rope darts and fire swords to buugeng, poi, silk fans, and even a flaming umbrella—each wielded with skill and flair to choreographed music.

With deep roots in artistic expression and community connection, The Fractal Phase creates immersive, high-energy performances that dazzle audiences of all ages. Their passion for the craft and commitment to safety ensure a truly unforgettable spectacle of heat, light, and movement.

Catch them after dark at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire—where sparks fly, stories unfold, and the night comes alive!

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Prepare to be mesmerized as Fuegoscuro brings their breathtaking blend of fire, storytelling, and spectacle to the Saturday Evening Events at the Oregon Renaissance Faire! This talented troupe of professional fire artists creates immersive performances that weave light narratives and theatrical elements into each show, aligning seamlessly with the magical themes of the evening.

From fire dancing and martial arts-inspired movement to jaw-dropping prop manipulation, Fuegoscuro transforms flames into a dynamic medium of expression.

Don’t miss your chance to witness the glow and glory of Fuegoscuro—where every spark tells a story!

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The Glensiders (formerly known as The AML Trio) are a Celtic folk band from Oregon, USA forged by a decade of friendship and a mutual love of Irish and Scottish folk music, sea shanties and rebel tunes. The Glensiders put forth an exciting new take on traditional tunes, vocally driven choruses alongside whirling instrumentals, as well new songs of their own making celebrating times present and past. Vocal harmonies alongside wonderful Celtic instruments such as the Irish bouzouki, bodhran drum, classical guitar and more set the stage for stories of the Celtic nations.

America’s Got Talent contestant and TikTok sensation Jacques ze Whipper brings an act to the stage honed by a lifetime circus performing. Come on down for music, whips, and comedy in a show that’s never the same twice!

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MORNYNG KNIGHT: The Solo Swordfight
Unlike any Knight you've seen, Mornyng owns the stage as an outlaw who defies convention. She? He? They wink at the audience— a comedic force, weaving humor through each daring stunt.

The show builds to a roaring finale: a Solo Fire Sword Duel. With each blazing strike, Mornyng Knight defeats the audience's shared fears, transforming the battle into a triumphant celebration of courage and self-discovery.

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The Rogues don’t just play Celtic music, they unleash it. Expect a thunderous blend of soaring Highland bagpipes, driving drums, and crowd-favorite anthems that transform every performance into a celebration. Whether they’re delivering heart-pounding instrumentals or putting their own unmistakable spin on classic Celtic tunes, The Rogues combine world-class musicianship with infectious energy, humor, and the kind of stage presence that has made them a Renaissance Faire favorite for decades. If you’re looking for a show that will have you clapping, cheering, singing along, and maybe even dancing before it’s over, make The Rogues a stop on your Knight Club adventure.

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With a blend of pop vocals, folk instrumentation, and cinematic underscoring, sämäs heralds in a new musical experience designed to uplift and transform souls of all ages. Their all-original music is inspired by fantasy, myth, the cosmos, and the wonders of nature, and it features tight vocal harmonies and driving rhythms created by big drums and percussive tap dancing.

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What if the golden age of piracy and the golden age of boy bands happened at the same time? The Spice Boys are here to bring you that dream, in an homage to popular bands from the Y2K era, and career criminals from the 18th Century. Pirates are the ultimate bad boys of history! Of course they would be in a boy band!

The Spice Boys are the world’s first pirate-themed parody boy band, combining full choreography, live harmonies, and cheeky pirate comedy into a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Featuring brothers Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & Thyme (and the fifth member of the band, Black Pepper) this crew is setting sail to steal your gold, your women, AND your hearts. These harmonic hunks are primed to become your new favorite Faire act!

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Pushing the limits of capability, independence and charm, this original one-woman extravaganza is a rollercoaster ride of smarts, skill and sparkle. Tiny Girl Big Show is filled with…

• Empowering and poignant humor
• Trick-bullwhipping while riding the ~unicycle of instability~
• Sassy fire juggling
• Jaw-dropping feats of physical strength and flexibility

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The Lady Victoria (Victoria Van Arnam) is a nationally touring Celtic musician specializing in the hammered dulcimer. Performing at Renaissance festivals across the country for 11 months of the year, she brings high-energy performances to audiences of all ages.
With six collaborative albums and two solo releases, Victoria is dedicated to keeping traditional music alive. Many of the tunes in her performances are over 200 years old, connecting listeners to history through melody. She plays a Scottish-style hammered dulcimer, an instrument with a rich global heritage and a direct ancestor of the piano.

Beyond performance, Victoria is passionate about making the hammered dulcimer accessible to new musicians. She has developed her own line of affordable instruments, designed to inspire the next generation of players. She also livestreams her music regularly and has produced lofi remixes of traditional tunes on a recent album.

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