Step back in time at Bacon’s Castle for the Tournament of the Castle Renaissance Faire on November 7th & 8th, 2026!

Advance ticket purchase is required, no tickets will be sold at the gate.

This 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 Classic Level Melee and all aspects of medieval combat, set against the backdrop of the oldest brick dwelling in North America.

Spread 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!

If you would like to attend Saturday and Sunday, a 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.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history come alive!

Adults $22 | Military, Senior (60+), AAA $20 | Preservation Virginia Members & Students ages 12-18 $15 | Under age 12 Free

Please 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.

Bacon’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. 

Our 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.

To 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.