Love is in the air, and you are invited to witness two enchanting Renaissance weddings during the festival! These joyous celebrations are open to all festival-goers—no special invitation required!!.





Witness a Royal Union at the New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival!



Love is in the air, and you are invited to witness two enchanting Renaissance weddings during the festival! These joyous celebrations are open to all festival-goers—no special invitation required!

• March 29 at 5 PM – Join us as Eric and Paula exchange vows in a grand Renaissance ceremony.

• April 5 at 10:30 AM – Alex and Jacky will say “I do” in the Queen’s Court,

surrounded by the splendor of the realm.





Step into the past and experience the magic of love, tradition, and merriment as these couples embark on their greatest adventure together. Gather ’round and be part of the celebration!

Huzzah to the happy couples!



Yet lo! There is more! Fine merchants and skilled artisans from near and far shall present their wares, while hearty victuals and flagons of the finest drink shall delight thy senses. Jugglers, jesters, and wandering minstrels shall roam the streets, eager to bring cheer to all who pass..





Plan your day March 29-30.....April 5-6 will be posted soon.



The Harp Twins and Volfgang Twins will be in the Barn Stage on March 29-30 Stage Times: Saturday 1:30pm and 3:30pm Sunday 1:30pm and 4:pm Celtica Nova will be on the Amphitheater Stage March 29-30 Saturday at 11:am, 2:pm, 5:pm Wedding Sunday at 11:am, 2:15pm, 5:pm Don't miss the Queens Tea at 11:30am and Kids Knighting at 2:pm each day in the Queens Court (gazebo) Abq Sword Lab has demos and classes in the Medieval Kingdom area Mar 29th 4H Club Throwing Booth - Stars and knifes - fun activity Tomato Toss - Fling raw tomatoes at College Students from UNM Archery - test your skills with a bow and arrow Ring the Bell - test your manhood/womanhood and ring the bell 89 crafter merchants with special renaissance items throughout





Upon the first weekend, March 29-30 – Be entranced by the ethereal strains of the Harp Twins & Volfgang Twins and revel in the lively tunes of Celtic Nova. ✨ Upon the second weekend, April 5-6 – Let thy spirit be lifted by Scott Jeffers & The Traveler Band and the enchanting melodies of Dardel from fair Italia, and witness the clash of steel as valiant knights take the field in full-contact jousting!



Schedule of events



Enter the Land of Enchantment!

Join us for a grand adventure at the New Mexico Renaissance Celtic Festival,
open 10 AM to 6 PM on Saturday and Sunday both weekends!
Tickets are available online or at the gate if you prefer to purchase in person.

Experience the magic of history with Mary Queen of Scots & her consort King James!

Enjoy a celebration of Celtic and medieval traditions with thrilling stories,
delicious foods, lively music, and exciting games of chance and skill.

Don’t miss the Royal Parade!
Happening every Saturday and Sunday at 12:30 PM

Stage shows and entertainment begin at 10:15 AM and continue throughout the day
Be sure to check the schedule as things can change, so you don’t miss your favorite performers!

First weekend Main Headliners
The Harp Twins & Volfgang Twins (2 performances per day)
Celtic Nova (3 performances per day)

Second Weekend Main Headliners
Daridel of Italy (3 Performances per day)
Scott Jeffers Traveler Band (3 Performances per day)
Jousting Knights at Arena (2 special shows each day)

Tea with the Queen (needs a ticket)
Join Mary Queen of Scots for a royal tea at 11:30 AM
on Saturdays and Sundays at the Queen’s Court.

Kids Knighting Ceremony (free, limited time each day)
With Mary Queen of Scots at 2:pm each day
At the Queens Court

Test Your Skills with Festival Games!Try your hand at:
• Tomato Toss
• Archery
• Star Throwing
• Knife Throwing
• Ring the Bell Challenge

New to the festival? Try the Live-Action Role-Playing Quest!
Embark on an immersive adventure, navigating through different kingdoms, entertainers, food vendors, and craft merchants.
OH...! Don't forget to head to the Time Traveler Alley and grab the Festival Quest, be challenged to clues as it takes you on an adventure through LARP, and the different kingdoms in search of answers and trinkets to trade along the way. Finish the Quest, rack up the max points and become A Royal Knight.

Local brew is your cup of tea?
Then you'll be glad to know, you can fill your mug at any of the 7 watering holes throughout the kingdoms & walk about until it's ready for a refill, we don't corral you at our festival
Little Toad Creek Brewery,
Dark Stranger Meadery,
Taos Mesa Brewery,
Quarter Celtic Brewery,
4 Norsemen's Mead,
Sheehan Winery
Mystic Ambrosia Meadery,
Pixie Mead Tastings

FOOD...you ask, well we have mustard up some great eats throughout the different kingdoms, Turkey Legs in the Medieval area, Scotch Eggs can be found in the Celtic Kingdom, Scottish Meat Pies near the Queens Court,
You'll find the famous Kettle Corn, or local fav Tacos too!
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JOUSTING TOURNAMENTS on Sat & Sunday April 5-6
Make sure to see these horses trot as the men and women of Order of Epona challenge each other in games of skill to win the hearts of the crowd and Mary Queen of Scots.

This Story continues, but whats an adventure, if it's spelled out for you?

Hurry and grab your tickets online and get here, you'll miss a lot if your in line waiting for the credit card machines. ATM's are available.

The Cast, Crew, and the entertainers too, wish you all the fun and adventure while you are visiting us this year. Your tips are appreciated.
Thank you for supporting our local event company.