The Tennessee Renaissance Festival offers some very exciting new Special Events to enjoy during your festival visit.
Queen's Tea (Reservation Required)
You are cordially invited to our Queen's Tea in the Queen's Tea Glen. Sit with the Queen and her court and share tea, pastries, tea sandwiches, and small deserts. Only a select few are invited to her Majesty’s private glen and garden, so make sure to RSVP in advance. This experience is perfect for all ages.
The Queen's Tea takes place on all festival days from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in the Queen’s Tea Glen. Advance ticket sales are required for this event. The Queen's Tea ticket cost is separate from the cost of admission into the Tennessee Renaissance Festival. Only 48 tickets will be sold daily.
To reserve your place by clicking here.
Fairy Training (Reservation Required)
Have you dreamed of being a fairy? Our Fairy Training Camp is the perfect place to learn fairy skills and games! The magical fairy instructors will guide participants through multiple stations including fairy checkers, fairy bubbles, and wing dancing and will award badges for each completed station. This experience is perfect for ages 5- 10.
Fairy Training Camp takes place all festival days at 11:30 a.m. in the Fairy Garden. Advance ticket sales are required for this event. Fairy Training Camp ticket cost is separate from the cost of admission into the Tennessee Renaissance Festival. Only 20 tickets will be sold daily. Reserve your spot by clicking here.
Fairy Habitat & Hobbit House Competition
On Saturday, May 13th and Sunday, May 14th put your creativity on full display at the Fairy Habitat / Hobbit House Contest. Judging will begin each day at 3:00 p.m.
All Fairy Houses and Hobbit Habitats must be constructed of natural materials and on a portable, sturdy base for table display. The habitat or house can be anything you wish (it must be family-appropriate). Please ensure your name and phone number are clearly labeled on your house. Submissions should be turned in at the Fairy Garden. Additional information will be posted as you enter the festival. The contest is open to two age groups: (4-14 years) and (15 years and up).