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SUMMARY:Worldwide Day of Play at Bacon's Castle
DESCRIPTION:Worldwide Day of Play is dedicated to bringing opportunities for joyful learning through play to museums and their communities\, with a focus on getting kids and their families up\, out\, and playing around! \nBring your family to Bacon’s Castle to enjoy the outdoors and play games including Hoop n Stick\, Graces\, Croquet\, Sack Races and more. Special Kids Tours will be offered at 12pm and 2pm. \nAdult general admission applies\, students aged 18-13 are $10\, Preservation Virginia Members and children under 12 are free! \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://preservationvirginia.org/event/worldwide-day-of-play-at-bacons-castle/
LOCATION:Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bacon's Castle
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SUMMARY:Seventeenth Century Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Bacon’s Castle for our annual Seventeenth Century Day! This year we will be joined by our Virginia Indian Tribal Partners – the Pamunkey Indian Tribe\, the Rappahannock Indian Tribe\, and the Nottoway Indian Tribe – and we will also host the Library of Virginia’s LVA On the Go van. The day’s events will feature a 17th century house tour of Bacon’s Castle\, pop-up exhibits\, seventeenth century reenactors\, genealogy resources\, kids archaeology activities\, special mini-lectures\, and more! \nThis event will take place on October 17th at Bacon’s Castle from 10-4pm. Adult General Admission $15 | Preservation Virginia Members $10 | Students ages 7-18 $5 | Under 6 Free \nIn 2026\, “Seventeenth Century Day” is presented as part of “Reconsidering Bacon’s Rebellion at 350 Years\,” a joint program series by Preservation Virginia\, Jamestown Rediscovery\, Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation\, William & Mary Office of Strategic Cultural Partnerships\, the Pamunkey Indian Tribe\, the Rappahannock Indian Tribe\, and the Nottoway Indian Tribe with support from Virginia Humanities. \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://preservationvirginia.org/event/seventeenth-century-day/
LOCATION:Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bacon's Castle,Reconsidering Bacon's Rebellion at 350 Years
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SUMMARY:Legends and Lore at the Castle: An Evening Lantern Tour
DESCRIPTION:With over 350 years of history\, there is more to Bacon’s Castle than meets the eye. Encounter the all-too-true tales of a cursed family\, a secret heiress\, a daring rescue by night\, and more on this guided lantern tour after-hours at Virginia’s oldest brick house. This tour is 40 minutes long and recommended for ages 10 and up. \nGeneral admission $15 | Military/Senior (60+)/AAA $12 | Students ages 10-18 $10 \nTours are available at 6pm\, 6:30pm\, 7pm\, 7:30pm\, 8pm\, and 8:30pm. Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. \nPurchase Tickets Here
URL:https://preservationvirginia.org/event/legends-and-lore/
LOCATION:Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bacon's Castle
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SUMMARY:Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire
DESCRIPTION:Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire 2026\n\n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n\nStep back in time at Bacon’s Castle for the Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire on November 7th & 8th\, 2026!\nAdvance ticket purchase is required\, no tickets will be sold at the gate.\nThis thrilling weekend features medieval full-plate armored combat from the local Tidewater Dogs of War\, alongside international teams battling for prizes and 1st place. Witness the Mass Battles and all aspects of medieval combat\, set against the backdrop of the oldest brick dwelling in North America. \nSpread across 40 acres\, this is the second two-day renaissance faire at Bacon’s Castle\, offering a variety of family-friendly activities. Delight in entertainment from musical performers\, demonstrations by blacksmith’s guilds\, and more! Explore our artisan craft market\, savor mead\, craft brews\, wine\, and indulge in an array of food truck offerings. There’s something for everyone\, so don your Renaissance attire and join the festivities! \nIf you would like to attend Saturday and Sunday\, a separate ticket must be purchased for each of those days. The event will take place rain or shine and is located at Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA 23883. No refunds will be issued unless the event is canceled by Preservation Virginia. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history come alive! \nAdults $22 | Military\, Senior (60+)\, AAA $20 | Preservation Virginia Members & Students ages 12-18 $15 | Under age 12 Free\n\n\n        Purchase Saturday Tickets Here\n     \n \n\n        Purchase Sunday Tickets Here\n     \n \n\nPlease note: We NEVER sell tickets via comment sections. We NEVER message from personal profiles. We NEVER ask for payments via Venmo\, Cash App\, Zelle\, or PayPal. We NEVER sell tickets through Facebook groups. The only official way to purchase your ticket is through the link on this website. If you see an unauthorized website or social media account claiming to have tickets\, please use caution when interacting with them and sending money or clicking links. If you are ever unsure\, please reach out to us directly by calling 757-357-5976 or emailing renaissancefaire@preservationvirginia.org. \n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nWeapons\n\nAll weapons\, including firearms\, knives\, or sharp objects\, are prohibited on Preservation Virginia properties\, excluding on-duty law enforcement officers. \nAdditional exceptions shall only be granted in writing for participants in living history or reenactment events. \n\n\n\nOutside Food and Drink\n\n \n\nNo outside food is allowed unless medically necessary.  \nOutside drinks\, with the exception of clear\, sealed water bottles\, are not allowed.  \nOne factory sealed water bottle per guest is allowed.  \n\n\n\n\nSmoking\n\nSmoking is permitted in designated areas only.  \n\n\n\nPets\n\nDue to the nature of the event and daily entertainment acts\, only documented service animals are permitted.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\nThe grounds at Bacon’s Castle are relatively flat. However\, there is grass\, gravel\, and uneven terrain.  \nThere will be accessible restrooms and handicap parking.  \nThere is an accessible ramp to enter the ground floor of the building where the gift shop and indoor exhibits are located. \n\n\n\nParking\n\nFree parking is available on premises for ticket holders ONLY. Carpooling is recommended. \n\n\nHandicap parking is available. \nNon-ticket holders will be turned around at the property entrance. Admission tickets will not be sold at the gate and are available for purchase online only.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto and Video Notice\n\nThis event will be photographed and/or recorded.  \nImages/videos may be used to promote Preservation Virginia (posters\, website\, flyers\, social media\, etc).  \nIf you do not wish to be photographed/recorded\, please inform any photographers/videographers you see at the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to our Event Sponsors!\n          \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor of the Event! \nLast year’s event drew over 3\,000 attendees from across Virginia\, with some visitors even coming from out of state–making this a prime opportunity to expand your business’s reach and brand awareness into broader markets. \n\n\nYour sponsorship comes with perks\, including your logo on our website\, free event tickets\, a swag bag and more. Your support also helps our educational programs\, preservation advocacy\, and restoration efforts. Sponsorships aid these initiatives and boosts the local economy by drawing visitors to our historic site. Join us in making a difference! \n\n\n\n        Learn More About Event Sponsorship\n     \n \n\n\nBacon’s Castle is a historic site owned and operated by Preservation Virginia. It is also a site that retains a history of nearly 200 years of enslavement. We are dedicated to telling this story\, and fundraising events like this help fund our research and interpretation of the lives of those enslaved here.  \nOur top priority is for all visitors to feel welcome and reflected in the interpretation of this historic space. We recognize this is a site of traumatic history. How we share that history is essential to honoring descendants in the community and the legacy of their ancestors. \nTo learn more about our work\, please visit the exhibit inside the mansion house\, take the free audio tour\, or come back at a later date to take a tour. 
URL:https://preservationvirginia.org/event/tournament-saturday/
LOCATION:Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bacon's Castle
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SUMMARY:Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire
DESCRIPTION:Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire 2026\n\n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n         \n\n\n\nStep back in time at Bacon’s Castle for the Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire on November 7th & 8th\, 2026!\nAdvance ticket purchase is required\, no tickets will be sold at the gate.\nThis thrilling weekend features medieval full-plate armored combat from the local Tidewater Dogs of War\, alongside international teams battling for prizes and 1st place. Witness the Mass Battles and all aspects of medieval combat\, set against the backdrop of the oldest brick dwelling in North America. \nSpread across 40 acres\, this is the second two-day renaissance faire at Bacon’s Castle\, offering a variety of family-friendly activities. Delight in entertainment from musical performers\, demonstrations by blacksmith’s guilds\, and more! Explore our artisan craft market\, savor mead\, craft brews\, wine\, and indulge in an array of food truck offerings. There’s something for everyone\, so don your Renaissance attire and join the festivities! \nIf you would like to attend Saturday and Sunday\, a separate ticket must be purchased for each of those days. The event will take place rain or shine and is located at Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA 23883. No refunds will be issued unless the event is canceled by Preservation Virginia. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history come alive! \nAdults $22 | Military\, Senior (60+)\, AAA $20 | Preservation Virginia Members & Students ages 12-18 $15 | Under age 12 Free\n\n\n        Purchase Saturday Tickets Here\n     \n \n\n        Purchase Sunday Tickets Here\n     \n \n\nPlease note: We NEVER sell tickets via comment sections. We NEVER message from personal profiles. We NEVER ask for payments via Venmo\, Cash App\, Zelle\, or PayPal. We NEVER sell tickets through Facebook groups. The only official way to purchase your ticket is through the link on this website. If you see an unauthorized website or social media account claiming to have tickets\, please use caution when interacting with them and sending money or clicking links. If you are ever unsure\, please reach out to us directly by calling 757-357-5976 or emailing renaissancefaire@preservationvirginia.org. \n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n\n\nWeapons\n\nAll weapons\, including firearms\, knives\, or sharp objects\, are prohibited on Preservation Virginia properties\, excluding on-duty law enforcement officers. \nAdditional exceptions shall only be granted in writing for participants in living history or reenactment events. \n\n\n\nOutside Food and Drink\n\n \n\nNo outside food is allowed unless medically necessary.  \nOutside drinks\, with the exception of clear\, sealed water bottles\, are not allowed.  \nOne factory sealed water bottle per guest is allowed.  \n\n\n\n\nSmoking\n\nSmoking is permitted in designated areas only.  \n\n\n\nPets\n\nDue to the nature of the event and daily entertainment acts\, only documented service animals are permitted.  \n\n\n\nAccessibility \n\nThe grounds at Bacon’s Castle are relatively flat. However\, there is grass\, gravel\, and uneven terrain.  \nThere will be accessible restrooms and handicap parking.  \nThere is an accessible ramp to enter the ground floor of the building where the gift shop and indoor exhibits are located. \n\n\n\nParking\n\nFree parking is available on premises for ticket holders ONLY. Carpooling is recommended. \n\n\nHandicap parking is available. \nNon-ticket holders will be turned around at the property entrance. Admission tickets will not be sold at the gate and are available for purchase online only.  \n\n\n\n\n\nPhoto and Video Notice\n\nThis event will be photographed and/or recorded.  \nImages/videos may be used to promote Preservation Virginia (posters\, website\, flyers\, social media\, etc).  \nIf you do not wish to be photographed/recorded\, please inform any photographers/videographers you see at the event.  \n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to our Event Sponsors!\n          \n \n \nBecome a Sponsor of the Event! \nLast year’s event drew over 3\,000 attendees from across Virginia\, with some visitors even coming from out of state–making this a prime opportunity to expand your business’s reach and brand awareness into broader markets. \n\n\nYour sponsorship comes with perks\, including your logo on our website\, free event tickets\, a swag bag and more. Your support also helps our educational programs\, preservation advocacy\, and restoration efforts. Sponsorships aid these initiatives and boosts the local economy by drawing visitors to our historic site. Join us in making a difference! \n\n\n\n        Learn More About Event Sponsorship\n     \n \n\n\nBacon’s Castle is a historic site owned and operated by Preservation Virginia. It is also a site that retains a history of nearly 200 years of enslavement. We are dedicated to telling this story\, and fundraising events like this help fund our research and interpretation of the lives of those enslaved here.  \nOur top priority is for all visitors to feel welcome and reflected in the interpretation of this historic space. We recognize this is a site of traumatic history. How we share that history is essential to honoring descendants in the community and the legacy of their ancestors. \nTo learn more about our work\, please visit the exhibit inside the mansion house\, take the free audio tour\, or come back at a later date to take a tour. 
URL:https://preservationvirginia.org/event/tournament-sunday/
LOCATION:Bacon’s Castle\, 465 Bacon’s Castle Trail\, Surry\, VA\, 23883\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bacon's Castle
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