Defying gravity with jaw-dropping feats of strength, agility, and grace, Acrobellum delivers an electrifying acrobatic variety act that will leave you breathless! Whether they’re tumbling, twisting, or stacking themselves sky-high, Acrobellum brings high-energy entertainment that’s as awe-inspiring as it is unforgettable. Don’t blink—you won’t want to miss a single moment!

Appearing
July 11 & 12

Steel clashes and shields ring as the Akron Hedge Knights take the field. This full-contact armored combat team brings real medieval warfare to life with raw strength, tactics, and grit. Hailing from northeast Ohio and trained under the banner of Medieval Combat USA, these modern-day warriors aren’t choreographing—they’re fighting. Catch them in live bouts throughout the day and see what it means to earn your knighthood the hard way.

Appearing all season!

Amanda Kitchens has been performing at Faires across the country for the past 15 years with various acts (including her current act: Carnival of Sound) and is thrilled to be performing solo for the summer. She wields an accordion, sings in 10 different languages & writes tunes that will have you dancing with wild abandon. She’s thrilled to make her debut at the Great Lakes Medieval Faire!

Appearing
August 1 & 2, 8 & 9, 15 & 16

The Armoured Bard deftly weaves together lively tunes and clever wordplay. Whether he's belting out ballads, cracking groan-worthy puns, or serenading unsuspecting passersby, this bard turns every show into a raucous adventure.

Appearing all season!

Cast in Bronze brings the ancient art of the carillon to life—a four-ton instrument of 35 bronze bells, once heard only from cathedral towers. Now, this rare and powerful voice rings out in the open air, weaving together haunting melodies and thunderous chords. It’s a performance that stirs the soul and echoes across the shire. Don’t miss this unforgettable experience.

Appearing all season!

Celtic Mayhem delivers a high-energy blend of traditional Irish tunes, raucous pub songs, and original compositions that keep audiences dancing and singing along. Whether you're tapping your feet to a jig or raising a glass during a rousing chorus, Celtic Mayhem brings the spirit of the Emerald Isle to every show.

Appearing all season!

Dark original compositions played on the Highland Bagpipes and a barrage of primal drums from around the world.

Appearing
August 1 & 2, 8 & 9

Wander into the Fairy Forest and you may find yourself in the company of The Dream Folk—a whimsical ensemble of fae, mages, witches, and mischief-makers. With a twinkle in their eyes and magic in their steps, they blur the line between fantasy and reality. Whether they're weaving spells or sharing tales, their presence adds an enchanting touch to the shire. Join them for Craft Time in the Forest and Storytime with Gnoble the Gonme!

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.

Appearing
August 15 & 16, 22 & 23

Join Giacomo for the tale of a king on a quest to find his queen. Through a whirlwind of juggling, magic, and extremely obnoxious behaviour, he brings the story to life in a way that’s as hilarious as it is unpredictable. Full of laughter, trickery, and a touch of mayhem, this performance is a must-see for anyone who loves a good story told with a mischievous twist!

Appearing
August 22 & 23

The Jackdaws summon songs like spirits from the deep, forged in shadow, tempered by storm. With drums that echo like distant thunder, a guitar that crackles like lightning on stone, and a fiddle that sings of lost shores and battles long past, their sound is both ancient and untamed. These are songs born of rebellion and sorrow, of salt air and bloodied hands—drawn from the windswept traditions of Ireland, Scotland, and Nova Scotia. Music is not meant to soothe, but to awaken. To stir something older than memory. To call the wild home.

Appearing all season!

Johnny Phoenix is part stuntman, part fire-eater, part fool—and all fearless. With blazing torches, razor-sharp wit, and a taste for danger, Johnny brings the heat in a high-stakes comedy show that leaves audiences gasping, laughing, and cheering for more. From feats of daring to flaming finales, he walks the line between chaos and control... and then jumps through it.

Appearing
Every weekend in July
August 1 & 2, 8 & 9

Lady Ophelia brings the shire to its feet with lively, interactive dance and a twinkle in her eye. Drawing from Renaissance traditions across Europe, she invites guests of all ages to join in the revelry. Whether you know the steps or not, Ophelia makes sure everyone feels welcome at the Maypole.

Appearing all season!

Matthew Abelson is an award winning, hammered dulcimer virtuoso playing the role of an over-caffeinated Muppet. He is often joined by friends – mostly imaginary, but sometimes real – to jam out on tunes and laugh at his not very funny jokes.

Appearing
July 11 & 12, 18 & 19, 25 & 26

Cetea is a playful mermaid who hails from a sunken ship off the coast of Lake Erie. With songs and starfish wishes, she has made her way to the shire in search of humans to share her treasures with. Come visit her at the lagoon for a splash of magic!

Appearing all season!

Mermaid Gem (often called the "Jewel of the Sea") is a sweet, friendly, musical, and adventurous mermaid who hails from the beautiful coral reefs in the South Pacific Ocean. Due to her curious nature, she loves to swim off and explore many shores across the world...the Great Lakes area being among her favorite places! With a beautiful singing voice and a graceful, glittery tail...she naturally enchants many humans along her way! You can almost always find Gem smiling and making new friends wherever she goes. She also has an affinity for shiny objects. and loves hunting for treasures...just like her magic gemstone pendant, which gives her healing and divination abilities. She's kind to every creature she meets, loves to help others in need, and is always up for learning something new.

Appearing all season!

With lute in hand and centuries of music at his fingertips, Michael Manderen brings the quiet beauty of the Renaissance to life. His melodies drift through the lanes like whispers from another time, inviting passersby to pause, listen, and be transported. A master of his craft, Michael shares each piece with care, grace, and the kind of presence that makes the world slow down for a while.

Appearing all season!

Down in the dirt and proud of it, The Mudbeggars turn slop into slapstick. With quick wit, shameless antics, and a whole lot of mud, they spin outrageous tales and squabble their way through a show that’s equal parts absurd and unforgettable. It’s messy, it’s loud, and it’s exactly the kind of fun you didn’t know you needed.

Appearing all season!

Steel meets courage in the thunder of hooves and clash of lances. The Knights of Noble Cause ride for honor, glory, and the roar of the crowd. With armor, mighty warhorses, and a flair for the dramatic, they bring the age of chivalry charging back to life. Cheer for your champion and witness the ultimate test of skill and valor in the joust that rules the realm.

Appearing all season!

Off The Cuff is an improvised, hip-hop experience fused with the wit and Elizabethanized English of the Renaissance! With no show ever being the same, watch this merry party of “heroes” sing, rap, and flyt their way through your suggestions!

Appearing
July 25 & 26, all August!

Step right up and behold The Pinwheel Sideshow, where Pippsy the sword-swallowing clown delivers a whirlwind of thrills and laughter. With a flair for the dramatic and a penchant for the peculiar, Pippsy's performances blend classic sideshow acts with a mischievous twist. From daring feats to delightful antics, this one-woman show captivates audiences with a spectacle that's as enchanting as it is entertaining.

Appearing Every Weekend in July!

Plagued by nothing, the RatCatcher is here to defy tradition with her love of rodents. Join her in an unconventional journey of motherhood, mischief, and might as she brings wholesome and comedic entertainment to the lanes and redefines what it means to be a medieval rat catcher.

Appearing All Season!

Róisín Aoife Brennan (Ro Brennan) is the twin sister of Captain John Stout, who only recently found out that he even had a twin sister. When he did, he invited her to join him in merry old England, where he promptly stole her ship, just like a pirate would, and sailed off to the Caribbean, just like a pirate would. As he stole her ship, she decided to steal his title, and is calling herself Ro Brennan, THE Captain Stout. She will be entertaining the masses with songs of the seven seas, ballads of love, rollocking songs of drink and frivolity, and rousing songs of war and defiance, all from the Irish, Scottish, Welsh, Spanish, German, and French cultures, spanning the centuries of folk music!

Appearing all season!

Journey into the worlds of Nature and spirit with Psychic Medium and Herbalist Bryan Peters of Healing Brew and Spellwinderz. Combining traditional folk medicine, herbal lore, and psychic insight, Bryan offers guests a unique experience at The Great Lakes Medieval Faire.

Appearing all season!

The Squire of the Wire dances with danger, one step above the earth and one slip from disaster. With charm, wit, and unbelievable balance, he turns tightrope walking into an act of pure showmanship. From unexpected props to high-flying humor, his performance is a crowd favorite — and a spectacle you won’t forget.

Appearing All Season!

The very first medieval supergroup, led by Giacomo the Jester! Tip the Velvet is here to play for you the finest Irish and Celtic music to get your toes tapping.

Appearing
August 22 & 23

Prepare thy ears for the ribald harmonies of Wenches A’Wailing! These three daring damsels are here to serenade you with bawdy ballads, cheeky shanties, and tales of questionable virtue. With sharp wit and sharper tongues, they’ll have you laughing, gasping, and maybe even singing along. Leave the little ones behind—this is not your grandmother’s madrigal choir! Join the wenches for a raucous good time that’s equal parts melody and mischief.

Appearing
August 22 & 23