Oklahoma Renaissance Festival - Six Weekends of Merriment!

The Castle invites one and all to join the festivities of the Oklahoma Renaissance Festival! Step back into 1569 England to experience the royal quest for knighthood, a full-contact Jousting Tournament, Birds of Prey exhibitions and travelling Acrobats! Her Majesty will declare a theme to honor the visiting Kings each weekend.

We look forward to celebrating the joyous return of the festival this upcoming spring. The Castle has updated protocols to ensure your safety, so that we may convene and commence in merriment again. HUZZAH!

As the rose turns

Queen Elizabeth 1 sits on the throne and rules over the kingdom of Castleton, England in the year of 1569. During the preparations of the upcoming 6 week festival , there are whispers of a Catholic uprising. As this festival is to honor the recent peace and prosperity within the lands, her majesty must absolutely keep the village thriving.

What better way to squelch the Catholic claim than to secure an alliance as well as an heir, than to marry? Her majesty decrees that she shall entertain a new suitor each weekend of the Festival and theme their visit in honor of the country they reign over. Her Majesty shall take a reprieve from matchmaking during the celtic weekend in order to establish amnesty with Queen Mary of Scots.
Thus the Themes of the 27th Annual Festival.

Friends of Festival:

Join our year-round community of Festival aficionados and receive discounts, additional tickets, and special access to Castleton magic!

Step back in time and enjoy the wonderment of a day in Renaissance England, right here in Oklahoma!

Merchants:

Quench your thirst and tantalize your taste buds with the wonderful varieties of food and drink found throughout Castleton. Stroll through the World Trade Market with over 140 Artisans displaying unique wares and beautiful creations.

Special Events:

Take the wee ones to the Children’s Realm for games and hands-on demonstrations and then pick a side -English or Scottish- in our Royal Quest! Show your best garb in the costume contest at 2 pm inside the Castle Keepe. Make plans for the Masque Ball! Click on the Program Book below to see a schedule of events for the day!

Outside Food and Drink:

There are numerous options to select from inside. If you have dietary restrictions, we encourage you to email [email protected] for a list of suggestions for your pallet. You may also inquire to anyone wearing a 2023 medallion on site. They shall be delighted to assist.

Pets are not permitted on grounds with the exception of licensed service animals.

Theme Weekends:

Journey to an age of kings, queens, and knights in shining armor. Be mesmerized as magicians, jugglers, musicians, dancers, acrobats, and jousters thrill and delight you on any of our 15 Stages.

Schedule:

April 29th - 30th, 2023

Fantasy, Vikings and Travelers out of Time - King Oberon

King Oberon rules over the Land of Avalon. To bridge his realm of fantasy with that of ours, he is visiting Castleton in hopes to court her Royal Majesty. We encourage everyone to join us in the whimsical celebration of Oberon's pilgrimage. Faeries and other mythical creatures may show themselves during this opening weekend of the festival.

May 6th - 7th, 2023

Romance - Royal Guest King Henri of France

The son of the Contessa De Medici, he hasties to Italy, but is so French at heart. He shall visit the festival to steal the hearts of not only her Majesty, but all of the ladies of Castleton as well. The Masque Ball will be held on Saturday Evening, but we attempt to make this entire weekend about love and kindness towards all within the land.

May 13th -14th, 2023

Castilian - King Phillip of Spain

The Spanish Armada is sailing into town and along with it means we have opened the port to all pirates! Get ready for an invasion of privateers and scallywags. We encourage all of Castleton to don their best buccaneer attire. This is also the weekend of the Pirate's Feaste. Very popular, so book your seats now! Her Majesty has agreed to host Spanish King Phillip, but with his Catholic foundation, who knows how the weekend will play out. His Majesty is quite fond of himself as well as the ladies of Castleton, so we encourage all to introduce themselves and welcome him to the festival. HUZZAH.

May 20th - 21st, 2023

Celtic - Queen Mary of Scotland

Castleton's dearest and closest of friends, this weekend is to celebrate the welcome of Mary of Scots and her visit to the festival. We adore our Scottish heritage, so it is of no surprise this weekend is rowdy and full of activities! Don your clan and press your kilts, we are preparing for Celtic festivities!

May 27th - 29th, 2023

Imperial Weekend - Charles II of the Holy Roman Empire

Guten Tag! We raise our steins and prepare for the arrival of his Imperial Majesty Charles II. This is the festival's three-day celebration over Memorial Day Weekend. Queen Elizabeth is delighted to secure this alliance, so we look forward to a beautiful weekend of Oktoberfest level fun. Monday is the Memorial Day Parade, an event not to be missed. In honor of those who have fallen, this is a festival staple that provides a day of reverence in honor of our soldiers, beautiful photo ops and an emotional occasion unlike any other of the festival.

June 3rd - 4th, 2023

The Spice Roads - Emperor Sarsa Dengel

Looking for some flare in your festival weekend? This is the one for you! Her Royal Majesty shall welcome the Emperor Sarsa Dengel to the festival grounds. He has introduced the world to the Spice Roads and opened trade between the East and West. His alliance would mean wealth, commerce and opportunities further West. In honor of his visit, we encourage breaking tradition and celebrating our closing weekend in a big way!

Festival Day Special Events:

Queen's Tea

Guests of all ages shall enjoy a formal dining experience with Her Royal Majesty and her ladies in waiting. Tea is held each festival day at 2 pm. This event features weekly specials of sandwiches, desserts and festive brews. Special guests pop in throughout the show to play a tune, show off their craft or tell a joke. A wonderful afternoon treat for all ages. Tables are $50 for up to 6 seats and may be purchased online.

King's Smoker

An adult playland of bawdy jokes and songs. 21+ may join their favorite ladies of the Scarlet Pillow or the dashing buccaneers of the Harbor over drinks and cigars. Each ticket comes with a drink ticket, a pin, and a cigar.

$15 on Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets may be purchased online or during the festival at the ticket booth.

Castleton Nightlife:

May 6th, 2023

7pm-9pm: Masque Ball

Whimsical and romantic, this is a masquerade ball with your favorite residents of Castleton. Guests may dress to any period or genre they desire. Light hor d'oeuvres are available for all in attendance. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased online or at the Castle's ticket booth.

May 13th, 2023

7pm-9pm: Pirate's Feaste

This is a seated dinner amidst fellow privateers. A series of courses will be served while guests revel in the entertainment provided by the Pirate King. Tickets are $59.95 and may be reserved online. Don't wait to purchase, this one sells out quickly!

May 20th, 2023

7pm-9pm: Ceilidh (Kay-Lee)

21 & up will don their best tartan to celebrate the Highlands! There will be food, dancing, lassies, and most famously... Bonny Knees! We hope you all enjoy this ruckus party as much as we do!

Tickets:

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Weekend Passes - Buy Tickets

Date: April 29 - June 4, 2023

Time: 10:30 am - 6:00 pm Sat and Sun (also Mon - May 29th Memorial Day)

Location: The Castle Muskogee, 3400 West Fern Mountain Road
Muskogee, OK 74401.

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