The Hammered Dulcimer Music of Barbary (Barby Holder) will delight and enchant you as you stroll leisurely through the Shire. Whether in the lanes, in a glen or on a stage her music will transport you to an earlier time of simplicity and beauty.

Appearing all season!

The Carillon is truly a Renaissance instrument. 4 tons of bronze bells will fill the air with majestic sounds and epic themes. The beautifully haunting sound of Cast In Bronze is like no other experience in the world.

Appearing July 6, 7, 20, 21, August 10, 11

Daniel GreenWolf is an Award-Winning Magician, Writer, Creator, and Slightly Mad Irishman with over twenty years of performing across the United States. Daniel has been featured on AMC's hit series "Dispatches from Elsewhere" and the Flatbush Pictures documentary "Magic Camp", as well as appearances on WEtv, CollegeHumor, and A&E Network. Daniel & Bella have opened for World-Renowned Musician Wendy Rule, the Cast of Beatlemania, and International Celtic Rock Group "Enter the Haggis”.

Appearing July 6, 7, 13, 14

With a soul fueled by rhythm and a heart tuned to melody, Celtic Mayhem is a passionate group dedicated to crafting sonic experiences that resonate with the soul. From the raw emotion of a ballad to the infectious energy of a Irish jig, their music is a reflection of the human experience in all its complexity. Believing in the transformative power of music to uplift, inspire, and unite people from all walks of life, they thrive on the electric connection between artist and audience.

Appearing all season!

Combining songs and sounds from the East Texas Pines to the swing of the Hill Country and West, from the sultry French Quarter and the Mississippi delta to the pep of an Irish Pub, syncopated rhythms reminiscent of Eastern Europe and songs of the Sea, Folk Songs from around the Globe, Chris Puente has a very unique and powerful sound that has graced stages all across the United States as well as over seas.

Appearing all season!

They walk and fly among us...or do they? This enchanting group of Fae, Mages, Witches, and mischief makers are sure to delight and entrance as you wander through the Fairy Forest of Avaloch

Appearing all season!

Join famed opera singer turned sword master Julie d’Aubigny and author of The Paradoxes of Defense, George Silver as they settle their differences the only way two sword masters can, in a duel to the death. Quick wit and nimble sword fighting abound while these two fight to determine who is the greatest sword fighter in the world. This show is perfect for anyone who loves clever word play, flashing steel and historically inspired comedy. Families and uberfans alike will love Julie and George.

Appearing July 27, 28, August 3, 4, 10, 11

Jon Norton "the flaming ginger" performs a fast and fun family friendly fire danger comedy show. From juggling fire to seven foot unicycles and non stop jokes along the way, you’ll laugh, you’ll cheer, you’ll come back for more!

Appearing July 6, 7, 13, 14

The Jackdaws deliver original, contemporary, and traditional Irish Rock to audiences across the land. This trailblazing trio will excite and have you coming back for more with their driving melodies and relentlessly aggressive lyrics. More Irish than a drunken roar, and a damned sight messier, meet The Jackdaws.

Appearing all season!

Comedy, danger, fire, and hot sauce. What more could you ask for in an exciting family friendly, perfectly safe performance. If you're fond of your eyebrows you might not want to sit in the front row.

Appearing all season!

Lady Ophelia's Dance is a delightful journey through time, inviting audiences to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of Renaissance dances from around the globe. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or a newcomer, her show promises an unforgettable experience, transporting you to a bygone era where the art of dance ignites hearts and kindles connections. Flirt the olde fashioned way with Lady Ophelia!

Appearing all season!

When Marlena finally decided to kick the starched collars, powdered wigs, and painted faces to the gutter, her violin became her fiddle, her audiences got a whole lot rowdier, and her corsets much looser--just the way she prefers it. With 17 years of experience behind her strings, she has played all over the New World for West Coast, East Coast, and Midwestern audiences whether they are in a pub, at a festival, or in their own backyard. She can still break out a Bach Partita when she needs to, but the kind of music you'll now hear her play on stage is of a more digestible variety. Americana, Eastern European, Celtic, Country--you name it, she can play it, and if you ask nicely, she might even sing for you too.

Appearing all season!

Menagerie Music is a husband & wife performing at Renaissance Festivals & Medieval Faire’s since 1990. They have been musicians (stage & lane), production staff, guild leaders, street characters, run rehearsals, wrote scripts & much more.

Appearing all season!

Based in Cleveland, Mermaid Gem has been providing interactive, aquatic entertainment since 2013. With a sparkling tail and smile, it’s no wonder they call her the “Jewel of the Sea”! She loves to enchant people of all ages, and hopes to inspire others to shine their brightest.

Appearing all season!

Nixie is a bubbly and excitable river spirit native to the freshwater bodies of the Northeastern U.S.. She likes splashing, finding shells and sparkly rocks to give to her friends, and imitating the funny noises humans make when they talk. Pay her a visit to add a little bit of magic to your day.

Appearing all season!

Renaissance & Baroque Lutes
Theorbo & Liuto Attiorbato
Viola da Gamba & Baroque Guitar
Classical Guitar & Flute or Violin

Providing music of various styles as soloist or in ensembles for parties, receptions, weddings, and special events.

Appearing all season!

In this show, Pippsy the Clown brings the amazing world of Sideshow to the stage. Watch as she flirts with death by swallowing a sword and much more! This show has it all! Comedy, suspense, puns, danger, and a drinking game!!

Appearing July 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21

Silent Lion creates a world unto itself with ancient tunes and passionate instrumentals and vocals presented with the power of Irish Bouzouki, mandolin and guitar. John and Barbiel along with Michael Manderen will transport you into their own magical world!

Appearing all season!

Michael is an accomplished wire walker who can walk high above the ground without a net. Michael is the first performer in the world to walk the wire while wearing swim fins, and is believed to be the only man in the world who performs on the wire in high heels. Michael has worked and trained with the world-famous Wallendas, the first family of wire walking, at their private compound in Sarasota, Florida, and is ready to bring his free-standing, self-supporting wire rig to The Great Lakes Medieval Faire.

Appearing July 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21

Tony tours internationally as a knife thrower, fire bender, juggler and general tosser. This year you can see Tony on the stages of the Tennessee Pirate Festival, Ohio Renaissance Festival, Arkansas Highland Games and most importantly, right here at the Great Lakes Medieval Faire. Don't miss this show, by the end you'll consider yourself a Tosser as well.

Appearing July 27, 28, August 3, 4, 10, 11

The Washing Well Wenches are the funniest pair of “ladies” you’ll ever meet! Part vaudeville, part sketch comedy, full-on entertaining, the Washing Well Wenches make interactive theater fun for everyone!

Appearing all season!