14th Annual

August 29-30, 2026
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** Royal Court **

Royal Court
Join Queen Eleanor as she holds Royal Court and takes care of state business. Young adventurers who have completed their quest, must appear before the Queen to receive accolade.

Court will immediately be followed by a parade around the Village of Serenity Wood with the Queen and all attendees of court.

Royal Rat Pucking Event
All you need is a walking stick and a filled cloth rat and you can join in with the Queen in her daily Rat Pucking event. Rats and Sticks are available for purchase from the Rat Pucking Vendor.

Very few actual rats are harmed during this event.
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- Royal Stage -

Red Rum Pirate Band
Enjoy a lively tune from the merry band of Pirates known as Red Rum. You'll hear traditional favorites and a few parodies to lighten your mood.
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** Pirates' Cove **

Silver Moon Pirate Encampement
*Update in progress*
Check out our pirate encampment for period crafting demos and of course, pirates!
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Kingdom of Draig Tiene (Dragon’s Fire)
The Kingdom of Dragon Fire is visiting our humble village for the annual festival again this year. They will be giving educational demonstrations on live steel fighting. They detail what weapons and armor were really used for and show various techniques that were used in fighting in the medieval ages. They even allow you to feel what the armor and some of the weaponry feel like. And in a gallant act of self-sacrifice, they beat on each other for your amusement using the weapons they have shown you. they demonstrate finely-honed skills in an elegant battle to the death dirt.
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Boffer List
You can try your hand in knightly combat in the boffer list. Wield a foam sword and take on opponents in a massive free for all or even challenge one of Dragon Fire's sword fighters! Only $2 to join the list.

Indiana Wild
Visit some wildlife neighbors and exotic friends (small fee). A unique hands-on experience. Indiana Wild celebrates positive human-animal cultural connections through conservation, education, and exotic animal rehoming/rescue. Our team is made up of a diverse group of coworkers. Some with scales, most with tails, feathers, fur and spikes. Each one brings a interesting story and background and fabulous personality.
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MacDudley Dragon Games
Head to the Dragon Games to test your skills at a variety of games. The games are fun to play, provide a historical look at the Renaissance culture, and most notably promote disability awareness. Each game focuses on a different physical challenge that you must overcome in order to find success.

Bringing awareness to disabilities for all ages and demographics and we like to help out veterans. Interactive pirate-themed games and events that are family-friendly and designed to raise awareness about disabilities. Our goal is to create inclusive environments where everyone can participate and enjoy magical experiences while learning about different perspectives and challenges.
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- Pirate Stage -

Knotty Bits Pirate Circus
A fast-paced, up close, comedic pirate circus- with the high flying, Cap’n Sylver Fyre and her crew of risk-taking madcap miscreants! This innovative, family friendly traveling sideshow is designed to appeal to all audiences, young and old alike! The enchanting aerial acts will have you mesmerized while Gwyd the Unusual does everything he can to keep from being hurt by broken glass, pointy nails and more.
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Steel Lotus Dance Troupe
Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Steel Lotus Dance Troupe is a group of dancers joined by their love of dance and snakes. Their tribal fusion dance style will offer a little something for everyone, from traditional to modern. While they are most well known for snake dancing, the group utilizes an array of props including; swords, daggers, silk veils, and fans.
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- Fairytale Stage -

Punch and Judy
Stop by and visit with Mousetrap Puppets for a historical Punch and Judy show!

Punch and Judy is a traditional puppet show with a long history, originating in Italy as part of the Commedia dell'Arte. The main character, Punch, evolved from the Italian Pulcinella, and the show was brought to England in the 17th century. The show's popularity grew, especially in street performances and fairs, and eventually, it was adapted for children.
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Storytime with the Butterfly Lady
Come and listen to a wonderful tale from the Butterfly Lady.




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** In Memoriam **




Krieg Devault
Laderer & Fischer, P.C.
Welch Packaging
Next Day Signs
Casper Coin & Jewelry
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