Upstate Renaissance Faire

Upstate Renaissance Faire South Carolina's premiere, award-winning Renaissance Faire and Medieval Market. See our website for more information!
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Not only do we bring the Renaissance to South Carolina, we also showcase a Fairy Fest and Viking Event.

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Whirly’s WishesLooking for something truly unique to add to your faire attire? Meet Whirly’s Wishes, b...
09/01/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Whirly’s Wishes

Looking for something truly unique to add to your faire attire? Meet Whirly’s Wishes, bringing handmade jewelry, crowns, and accessories crafted with an eye for the extraordinary!

Their beautiful pieces feature gemstones, bones, artisan Czech glass, and quality metals, creating one-of-a-kind treasures for the adventurous, the mystical, and the royally inclined.

Best of all, their jewelry is hypoallergenic, so you can enjoy your new favorite piece in comfort!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: MMS Studios Bring a little handmade magic home from MMS Studios!Each piece is crafted in small batches...
09/01/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: MMS Studios

Bring a little handmade magic home from MMS Studios!

Each piece is crafted in small batches and wheel-thrown by hand, making every creation wonderfully unique. From beautiful mugs and cups to charming small sculptures, MMS Studios brings artistry and craftsmanship to every piece.
Whether you're looking for a special vessel for your morning brew or a one-of-a-kind treasure to add to your collection, be sure to stop by their booth at the Upstate Renaissance Faire!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: RHEDD’S THREADS Looking to complete your Renaissance Faire look? Rhedd’s Threads has you covered! Whet...
08/31/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: RHEDD’S THREADS

Looking to complete your Renaissance Faire look? Rhedd’s Threads has you covered! Whether you’re dressing as a noble, a rogue, a huntress, a pirate, or simply a traveler from another realm, you’ll find plenty of garb to bring your character to life.

👗 Gowns & overdresses
🧥 Cloaks, doublets & vests
🏹 Huntress jackets & arm wings
🏴‍☠️ Pirate coats
👚 Shirts & skirts
👜 Bags & accessories

Come browse their collection and find the perfect pieces to build your faire wardrobe!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Dan the Lefty’s Leatherworks Calling all knights, rogues, adventurers, and travelers of every realm! D...
08/31/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Dan the Lefty’s Leatherworks

Calling all knights, rogues, adventurers, and travelers of every realm!

Dan the Lefty’s Leatherworks brings handcrafted leather goods made for fantasy adventures and Renaissance faire life. From sturdy hats, belts, and pouches to armor, costume pieces, and more, there’s something for every adventurer looking to complete their garb.

Whether you’re outfitting yourself for battle, adding the perfect finishing touch to your costume, or simply looking for a unique handmade treasure, be sure to stop by their booth at the Upstate Renaissance Faire!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

PERFORMER SPOTLIGHT: Gemstone MermaidsThe tides are turning, and some very special visitors are swimming into Knightshel...
08/31/2026

PERFORMER SPOTLIGHT: Gemstone Mermaids

The tides are turning, and some very special visitors are swimming into Knightshelm! 🌊✨

We are thrilled to have Gemstone Mermaids return to the Upstate Renaissance Faire! These dazzling mermaids bring the magic of the sea to life!

Keep your eyes on the shore - you never know when a mermaid might appear!

Come meet the mermaids, snap a photo, and make a memory worthy of a legendary tale!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: DICEY DUNGEON:Calling all adventurers, dice goblins, spellcasters, and fantasy lovers! Dicey Dungeon i...
08/31/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: DICEY DUNGEON:

Calling all adventurers, dice goblins, spellcasters, and fantasy lovers! Dicey Dungeon is bringing a treasure trove of handcrafted jewelry inspired by the worlds we love to explore.
🎲 D&D Jewelry
✨ Dice Jewelry
🧙 RPG Jewelry
🧪 Potion Jewelry
🐉 Fantasy Jewelry
🔮 Magical treasures and more!
Whether you’re searching for the perfect accessory for your next campaign or simply want to carry a little bit of fantasy with you wherever you go, Dicey Dungeon has something for every adventurer.

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

TICKETS:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: OLGA LLC Add a little magic to your faire look with Olga LLC! Stop by their booth for beautiful henna ...
08/31/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: OLGA LLC

Add a little magic to your faire look with Olga LLC!
Stop by their booth for beautiful henna body art, colorful hair wraps, braids, and sparkling fairy tinsel to create a look worthy of the realms!

And for the ultimate fairy transformation, check out their magical light-up fairy wings!

Whether you’re embracing your inner fairy, adding some sparkle to your garb, or looking for a unique keepsake from your journey to Knightshelm, Olga LLC has something special waiting for you!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Merchant of Wheres Step into the world of the Norse with Merchant of Wheres, bringing hand-stitched, V...
08/30/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: Merchant of Wheres

Step into the world of the Norse with Merchant of Wheres, bringing hand-stitched, Viking-inspired furs and fur pieces to the Upstate Renaissance Faire!
Each piece is crafted with care and designed to add a touch of rugged, northern character to your faire garb. Whether you’re completing your Viking look or simply looking for a unique piece to add to your collection, Merchant of Wheres has something worth discovering.

Come explore their wares when the gates of Knightshelm open!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

There are some moments at Knightshelm that you simply can’t plan for!Our jester came face-to-face with Sapphyra, the dra...
08/30/2026

There are some moments at Knightshelm that you simply can’t plan for!

Our jester came face-to-face with Sapphyra, the dragon of Knightshelm… and we’re not entirely sure who was more surprised!

Will you be brave enough to meet Sapphyra? Wander through the realms, encounter fantastical creatures, cheer for the knights, enjoy music and merriment, shop our incredible vendors, and make your own stories when the gates of Upstate Renaissance Faire open!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: NANCY E DUNNE Calling all lovers of fantasy, adventure, magic, and great stories! Author Nancy Dunne b...
08/30/2026

VENDOR SPOTLIGHT: NANCY E DUNNE

Calling all lovers of fantasy, adventure, magic, and great stories!

Author Nancy Dunne brings a whole library of adventures to the Upstate Renaissance Faire! With three completed sword & sorcery series, a LitRPG series, and a gaslamp fantasy series currently in progress, there’s a world waiting for every kind of reader.

But Nancy’s stories don’t stop with fantasy! She also has two series told from the perspectives of her dogs—one sharing the adventures of living in the UK, and another chronicling the hilarious and memorable experience of raising Irish Wolfhounds at the Renaissance Faire.

Whether you’re looking for epic quests, fantastical worlds, or a canine perspective on faire life, be sure to stop by and discover Nancy Dunne’s books!

WHEN: September 18th, 5pm-10pm
September 19th, 10am-6pm
September 20th, 10am-6pm
WHERE: Hollywild Animal Preserve
2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC 29385

Tickets:
https://www.eventeny.com/events/upstaterenaissancefestival-29690/

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2325 Hampton Road
Wellford, SC
29385

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