Kansas City Renaissance Festival 2027

The Kansas City Renaissance Festival is a large outdoor Renaissance faire in Bonner Springs, Kansas, recreating a fantasy-inflected version of 16th-century Canterbury with costumed characters, jousting, stage entertainment, food, shopping, and participatory activities. Founded in 1977, it reports annual attendance of roughly 200,000 people.

2027 dates and hours

The 2027 festival is officially scheduled for September 4–October 17, operating Saturdays and Sundays plus Labor Day, September 6, and Monday, October 11. Normal hours are 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; October 11 runs 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and the festival operates rain or shine.

What happens at the faire

The experience centers on an immersive Renaissance village populated by royalty, villagers, performers, merchants, and other characters. Tournament jousting is a signature attraction, with the current 2027 FAQ listing jousts at 1, 3, and 5 p.m.; admission also includes stage shows, themed-weekend activities, contests, and entertainment throughout the grounds, while shopping and food are additional draws.

A long-running Kansas City tradition

The festival began in September 1977 as a benefit for the Kansas City Art Institute, meaning the 2027 edition follows its 50th-season celebration in 2026. The anniversary edition featured 25 entertainment stages and more than 175 artisans, illustrating how substantially the event has expanded from its origins.

What is still being announced

Some 2027 specifics remain forthcoming. The festival says its 2027 themed-weekend and daily-contest information and its 2027 deals and discounts are still being released, so older weekend themes or 2026 ticket promotions should not be assumed to apply unchanged to 2027.