Merriment abounds! Get ready to be transported back to the 16th century as one of the largest and most picturesque Renaissance Festivals in the nation continues the raucous revelry below the foothills of the Superstition Mountains.

Throughout March, the Arizona Renaissance Festival takes you back in history.

The Festival is celebrating its 31st season of pomp and pageantry and invites you to join in the revelry! The Arizona Renaissance Festival runs every Saturday and Sunday, rain or shine, through March 31st from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. And, Huzzah, the parking is free!

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Cheer for brave knights! Roam our 30-acre festival village filled with whimsical castles, cottages, pubs and 14 stages of nonstop performances of music, mermaids, merriment, dance, acrobatics and comedy. Foolish pleasures mix with artisan treasures as you shop, eat and revel with a cast of nearly 2,000 colorfully costumed characters.

Prepare for new shows, new stage and don't forget to reserve your seat at the Pleasure Feast - the most exclusive event within the Festival with a five-course dinner and variety show!

Note: Please, no pets.