Huzzah! Each fall, a vibrant 16th-century village rises from the piney woods near Conroe. The air fills with merriment and music as the gates open on October 11, 2025, for the Texas Renaissance Festival's (TRF) 51st season of epic jousts, jesters, delectable feasts, and family tradition.
Just a 40 minute drive north of Cypress, TRF welcomes more than half a million visitors each year. Guests stroll the cobblestone lanes lined with over 400 artisan shops featuring everything from hand-crafted jewelry to leather goods. They enjoy nonstop entertainment across 21 stages, and savor flavors from around the world, from baklava to the iconic giant turkey leg. With over 200 acres of campgrounds, many turn a single day into a full weekend retreat filled with bonfires, themed parties, and a sense of camaraderie.
Families will find the festival especially magical for children, who are invited to immerse themselves in the medieval world. Knights clash in the jousting arena, falcons and owls soar in the Birds of Prey show, and young adventurers can test their skill at archery, axe throwing, or hand-powered rides like the Enchanted Forest swings and Da Vinci’s Flying Machines. A family-friendly maze, whimsical face painting, and nightly fireworks guarantee fun from dawn until dusk. TRF also offers family-friendly pricing: children four and under receive free admission on Saturdays, while children 12 and under are free on Sundays.
Eight themed weekends, each with its unique atmosphere, keep the experience fresh: Oktoberfest, 1001 Dreams, All Hallows Eve, Pirate Adventure, Heroes & Villains, Barbarian Invasion, Highland Fling, and Celtic Christmas. Whether it’s a first-time visit or a tradition, TRF offers an immersive escape where history, fantasy, and family fun collide.
Texas Renaissance Festival: By the Numbers
- Founded: 1974 - now celebrating its 51st season
- Guests: 500,000+ attend annually, making it the nation’s largest Renaissance-themed festival
- Village Grounds: 70 acres of artisans, food stalls, and entertainment
- Campgrounds: 200+ acres welcome RVs, tents, and themed encampments
- Stages: 21 with live shows daily, from music to comedy to Shakespeare
- Shops: 400+ vendors offering hand-forged goods, fine crafts, costumes, and international cuisine
- Family Fun: Jousting, falconry, hand-powered rides, and nightly fireworks
- Location: Just 40 minutes north of Cypress in Todd Mission, Texas
- TRF is a Texas tradition that blends history, fantasy, and family fun. With all this spectacular entertainment, feasting and shopping it is a bargain at even twice the farthings. Here is a bit of trivia, "Huzzah!" is an enthusiastic exclamation to express excitement, similar to our modern day "Hooray!"