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DeBracey Joust Productions

You'll be on the edge of your seat as noble knights in shining armor battle and compete with lance, sword, and chariot! This epic show is filled with thrilling stunts, trick riding, and over twelve tons of equine fury!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Joust Arena
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Tournaments at 11:30am, 2:30pm, & 5:30pm
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Premium Joust Seating Puts You in the Action!

Enjoy the best seats in the Joust!

- VIP Seating inside the Joust Arena on the Royal Reviewing Stand!
- Shaded and cushioned seating!
- Pennant to cheer your champion!
- Special VIP Crown!
- Photo opportunities and memories that will last a lifetime!

Purchase Premium Joust Seating Tickets for only $12 at the Knight's Ale tent near the Joust Arena.

NOTE: Please arrive at least 15 minutes early - we cannot seat anyone once the Joust has begun.

Joust Arena
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Seating available at 11:30am, 2:30pm, & 5:30pm
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SPECIAL EVENT: Pub Crawl

Join our Pirates for a Pub Crawl!
Every Festival Day at 12:30pm and again at 3:00pm, our resident scallywags host a rowdy and bawdy voyage to each of Newcastle's drinking establishments. You'll get a souvenir tankard to hold yer grog, and then you'll set sail from the Brewer's Pub, make your way to the Drunk Monk Pub, and make port at the Tavern on the Hill. Along the way you'll be served a beer at each pub, be forced to listen to bad jokes, puns and/or riddles, hear some great music, and play a few bawdy drinking games while maintaining your sea legs! Huzzah!

Tickets are just $40 available online - get yours when you plan your trip! Only 30 spots available for each Pub Crawl, so don't wait!

Tavern on the Hill, Drunk Monk Pub & Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Each day at 12:30pm and 3:00pm
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Barely Balanced Acrobatic Daredevils

They're back, diving through fire, hurling machetes, and testing the limits of natural selection! Don't miss seeing your favorite acrobats endanger their lives in this hilarious, award winning show. The day starts with their "Sharp Knives and Stupid Humans Extravaganza" and ends with the incredible "Fire Finale." Come laugh, cheer, and become a part of the action!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Halfwit Harbor Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 10:45, 12:45, 2:45 and their Fire Finale at 4:45
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NEW! Rota Temporis

Performing as a cultural exchange across America, Rota Temporis is a five person, high-energy Celtic band from Italy. The focus on medieval music but with a decidedly heavy metal approach! The driving sound of their pipes and drums might just knock you off your bench!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

King's Hall Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 12:15, 1:45, 3:15 and 4:30
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The Washing Well Wenches

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! See their new show in their new location on the Garden Cottage Stage!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Garden Cottage Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:30, 1:00, 3:15 and 4:45
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NEW! Boom Boom Shake

With middle eastern roots and a modern vibe, Boom Boom Shake blends rock, world, surf and jam genres together to create a signature sound. BBS will dazzle with world. Bring your dancing shoes, because you won't be able to resist the groove!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Fool's Knoll Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:00, 12:45, 2:00, and 4:00
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NEW! Cast in Bronze Carillon

4 tons of bronze bells fill the Festival with their majestic sound! You'll be enchanted by the melodies and energy produced by the 35 bells of the Carillon and Carillonneur Charlie St. Cyr-Paul.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Tavern on the Hill
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:00, 12:15, 1:30, and 4:00
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NEW! The Lady Victoria

The Lady Victoria specializes in Celtic and Early music on the Hammered Dulcimer. She mixes education and entertainment in a high energy show. Great for kids and music lovers of all ages.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

In the Lanes
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Playing in the lanes, on the Middleton Stage - Check stages for times!
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Birds of Prey

In addition to a presenting a majestic Falconry exhibition, this complete bird show includes hawks, eagles, owls and vultures. You'll be astounded as these spectacular birds exhibit their free-flight skills directly over the heads of the audience! Presented by Earthquest™. See them in their new spot - Marrakech Mews Stage - wide open for excellent bird viewing!

"The greatest free-flying bird show in America." - Jim Fowler, Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom and NBC's The Today Show.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Marrakech Mews Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:15, 1:00, and 3:00
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NEW! Gravity

Acrobatic feats of awe and juggling feats of stupidity? GRAVITY makes their debut on the Crown Stage this season with a flip, a tumble, and a little juggle! This engaging dynamic duo will surprise and even frighten you with their acrobatic antics! There will be juggling, and there could be... fire?

PERFORMING APRIL 15 THRU MAY 14!

Crown Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:30am, 1pm, 2:45pm and 4:00pm
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NEW! The Reelin' Rogues

From the hills and the seas come The Reelin' Rogues, a bardic band of rebels committed to upholding the monuments of the Celts through song.
PERFORMING ALL SEASON!
Marrakech Mews Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 12:15, 2:00, 3:00, and 5:00
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NEW! Judas & Magnolia

This husband and wife team will amaze and astound you with their fearless escapes and illusions!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

King's Hall Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:30, 1:00, 2:30, and 4:00
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Juggling Geoff

A unique interactive circus show that includes hat juggling, plate spinning, and other obscure gravity defying feats that will not only ask yourself how does he do that? but... why is he doing that? Come witness the Master of Mischief and Mayhem - Juggling Geoff!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Fool's Knoll Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 12:00, 1:30, 3:00, and 5:00
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NEW! Charry Garcia - One Man Band

Charry Garcia is a magician when it comes to creating beautiful music on a various array of instruments - all by himself! You'll be amazed at the melodies he conjures forth!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!


Middleton Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
All day on the Middleton Stage!
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Landloch'd!

From the highlands of Scotland, and the Moor-infested lands of Spain, these two men met upon the high seas and decided to share their love of Celtic and pirate music with the masses.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Photo credit: SoulCatching Photography

Tavern on the Hill, Drunk Monk Pub & Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at Brewer's Pub -12:30, Drunk Monk - 1:45, Tavern on the Hill - 3:00, and Brewer's Pub - 5:00
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NEW! Old Soul Silk Road

These three world travelers stop by Newcastle to regale you with tunes from foreign lands, full of mystery, intrigue and fun!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:15, 1:15, 3:00, and 4:00
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Iggy the Gargoyle

We're celebrating a Decade of Iggy! Join Festival fan-favorite Ignias Rockford III (Gargoyle From the Left on the Cathedral Wall) as his stone face brings a smile to yours.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

In the Lanes
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
All day!
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NEW! The Puppies of Penzance

This brisk, energetic act takes audiences on a jolly trip on a pirate ship manned by pups. Always a favorite, audiences will be blown away by this merry band of mutts and will watch with baited breath to see if Poochie will really walk the plank!


PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Halfwit Harbor Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:45, 1:45, and 3:45
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The Peachtree Handspinners Guild

Throughout the day, the spinners of Newcastle tell tales and spin yarns sharing the history of textiles. Watch the hand spinners create beautiful yarns out of colorful wool, straight out of the dye pot! Learn about traditional women's work and what it took to clothe the world. Located just inside the Front Gate.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Olde Towne Area
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Spinning all day!
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Free Juggling School

Are you convinced you can never learn to juggle? Sir William Drops will prove you wrong! Sir Will is a master juggler and has been teaching juggling for over 30 years, and really enjoys a challenge. Learn to juggle and receive an official certificate to prove it. And it's free...!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Olde Towne Area
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Lessons every hour on the hour
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Audience with the King and Queen

Meet King Henry VIII and Queen Catherine in person!

Wildwood Pavilion
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Audience begins at 1:30
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NEW! The Long and Short of It

The all-lady pirate crew of The Crimson Curse have washed a-shore at the Georgia Renaissance Festival, and you know what that means: naughty tunes, drinking songs, and mayhaps even a heart-felt ballad or two!

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Tavern on the Hill, Drunk Monk Pub & Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at Brewer's Pub - Noon, Drunk Monk - 2:45, 4:15 and Brewer's Pub - 5:30 Pub Sing
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The Barehead Bards

The Barehead Bards perform pub song staples along with classic fiddle tunes. These bards always have fun and put on an entertaining show.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Tavern on the Hill, Drunk Monk Pub & Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at Drunk Monk - 12:15, Tavern on the Hill - 2:00, Drunk Monk - 3:15, and Brewer's Pub - 4:30
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NEW! The Courtier's Academy

ALL NEW! Join members of his Majesty's Royal Court as they instruct the young members of the Kingdom in proper court behavior and manners. Upon completion, each young noble receives a certificate from the King or Queen themselves!

ALL SEASON!

Middleton Stage
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Event begins at 12:30pm daily
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The John Mohr Mackintosh Pipe and Drum Band

Who doesn't love a pipe and drum band? Especially on Highland Weekend! The John Mohr Macintosh Pipe and Drum Band will be in the lanes, parading and piping throughout the village of Newcastle.

PERFORMING APRIL 29 & 30

In the Lanes
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Parading, Piping and Drumming all day!
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NEW! Shenanigans!

Shenanigans are known for just that - mischievous music and melodies! A trio of wand'ring Irish bards, they will steal your heart and anything else they can get ahold of!

ALL SEASON!

Tavern on the Hill, Drunk Monk Pub & Brewer's Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at Tavern on the Hill - 11:45, Drunk Monk - 1:15,Brewer's Pub - 2:15, Tavern on the Hill - 4:30
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Mother and Father Goose

Stop by the Goose Gazebo and have a visit with Mother and Father Goose and their "children" - gentle, tame geese who love to snuggle on your lap for a photo!

ON DISPLAY ALL SEASON!

Goose Gazebo
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
All day!
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NEW! Queen Amina and her Court

Aminatu the warrior Queen has traveled from her homeland of the Hausa tribe in western Africa to Newcastle to learn about new cultures and to share her own. Watch and listen as she challenges her nation's status quo of male dominance and female submission. As queen, she seeks to honor and represent her people; as a woman, she hopes to be an inspiration to women everywhere to find and harness their power.

PERFORMING ALL SEASON!

Wildwood Pavilion
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Meet Queen Amina and her Court at 3:15
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Friar Finnias Finnegan

A proud member of the Bawdy Bodacious Bothersome Brown Bohemian Brethren, this fun-loving Friar will delight you with songs of drinking and merriment!

The Drunk Monk Pub
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Shows at 11:30, 12:45, and 4:45
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Story Time with Queen Catherine

Meet Queen Catherine and hear interesting tidbits about courtly life with the King!

Wildwood Pavilion
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Stories begin at 4:15
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The Hounds of Fairhaven

The Hounds of East Fairhaven are a group of volunteers and sighthound owners who enjoy bringing Renaissance history to life. They educate patrons about the role our beloved sighthound breeds played in history. Currently, members of HoEF have Greyhounds, Italian Greyhounds, Irish Wolfhounds, Whippets, Borzoi, Afghan Hounds, Scottish Deerhounds, Ibizan hounds, Salukis, and Bloodhounds. They also love to share their hounds and promote sighthound adoption and responsible dog ownership.
In the Lanes
6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213
Select Festival days - check the daily schedule near the Front Gate
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Directions

6905 Virlyn B. Smith Rd.
Fairburn, GA 30213 (770) 964-8575