FAQ

• The 2024 festival will be open on May 4th, 5th, 11th, 12th, 18th, 19th, 25th, 26th, 27th.
• Parking gates open at 8 a.m., and ticket scanning begins at 9 a.m. every festival day.
• A commons area is available until the festival gates open.
• The festival's hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Parking gates open at 8 a.m., and ticket scanning begins at 9 a.m.

Peak traffic times are expected between 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Please follow all prompts from Sherriff’s Deputies and parking attendants. Our crew will work to get vehicles parked as quickly and safely as possible.

Smoking is permitted in the Privy areas as indicated on the festival map. For all tobacco smoking, e-cigarettes, or legal vapor smoking products, you must use these designated areas. Receptacles are available to dispose of your trash. Do not throw cigarette butts and/or trash on the ground.”

An arm band will be issued upon entry into the festival that may be used for re-entering later that day.

Photos and videos are permitted on the festival grounds for personal use only. Cameras, video recorders and auxiliary equipment for commercial or professional use are prohibited with the exception of approved media outlets.

For information about our department photography policy, click here.

There is a baby changing station near the Pirate's Stage. To see where this station is located on the festival map, click here.

First Aid stations are available on the festival grounds. To see where these stations are located on the festival map, click here.

Outside Castle Gwynn Grounds visits are coordinated from the festival grounds and are available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting. More details can be found on the  Outside Castle Gwynn Grounds Page.

*Private vehicles of individuals with accessibility issues are allowed to follow the bus(es) onto the Castle Gwynn Grounds property. Please speak with a TNRF representative at the bus tent to coordinate logistics when you arrive at the festival.

Due to the remote location, wi-fi reception at the Tennessee Renaissance Festival is intermittent and reception can be weak. We recommend putting your smartphone into airplane mode and to download or print your online ticket transaction ahead of time for quick entry into the festival. 

The Tennessee Renaissance Festival has always been a place of merriment, where attendees can step back in time to experience the magic of the past. There are many activities that make our fair special, one that has gained popularity over the past year is trinket trading. Trinkets, those little tokens of whimsy and goodwill, have woven a thread of enchantment for traders throughout the festival. However, with their growing presence, it’s time for us to ensure the essence of the festival is preserved and TRF remains a place where everyone can thrive.

Safety is the top priority to Williamson County Parks and Recreation and when attendees enter the Tennessee Renaissance Festival we want to make sure we are providing a safe, family friendly experience for all. Participating in trinket trading can foster connections and creativity, however, unregulated Trinket Trading can sometimes pose risks to children and other vulnerable individuals.

Another of the foremost concerns, is the impact of trinket trading on our valued vendors. These artisans have invested not only financially, but countless hours of dedication to their craft. They play a vital role in creating the atmosphere that makes our festival an authentic and memorable experience. Unregulated trinket trading has the potential to create unintended competition and detract from the livelihood of our vendors.

To safeguard the experience of our attendees, the livelihood of our vendors, and the enchantment of the festival, we are instituting a few guidelines for the 2024 Tennessee Renaissance Festival:

1. Adult Supervision: In consideration of child safety, there must always be an adult present when children are involved in trinket trading. This policy ensures that our littlest festivalgoers are well looked after and can continue to enjoy the magic of our event safely.
2. Unapproved Items: To respect our vendors and their efforts, trading of any type of item that can be found within the festival will not be tolerated. Trinkets are meant to be gestures of kindness and love and should shy away from larger more ornate objects. Examples of inappropriate trinket trading items include but are not limited to:

• Elf ears
• Jewelry
• Flower crowns and garlands
• Fairy dust
• Things that can become choking hazards for children, including any snack or food items
• Bookmarks

3. Trading Among Designated Vendors Only: Only offer to trade with a vendor if they have a marked trinket trading sign. Trades should not be offered for any vendor’s items for sale. Vendors that do not have a trinket trading badge on their tent, proposition of trinket trading in, or around their space will not be tolerated.
4. Promote Kindness and Respect: Encourage a culture of kindness and inclusivity at the festival. Be a role model for others by treating fellow festival goers with respect and allowing everyone to be a part of the magic of the Tennessee Renaissance Festival.

We understand that trinket trading has brought a unique form of joy to participating attendees and by working collectively we can make this year a memorable and secure experience for everyone.

While we aim to strike a balance between preserving the festival’s charm and protecting our vendor’s livelihood and our guest’s safety, we trust that these measures will help us maintain the unique spirit of the Tennessee Renaissance Festival. We appreciate your understand and cooperation in making the 2024 season a delightful and successful event for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at the fair, where history comes to life and the magic of Covington Glen continues to thrive.

Huzzah!