The Maryland Renaissance Festival's "Renaissance Rentals" Costume Rental Booth is open to all who visit us on any fair day. We are located in the first booth on the left, just inside the entrance of the fair. The costumes rentals are on a first come first serve basis. We do not reserve costumes ahead of time and all the costumes must be returned each day by 6:00 p.m.
When you come to the Maryland Renaissance Festival just be sure to visit us first for the best choices and our friendly and helpful staff will help fit and dress you. We even hold your clothes for you until the costume is returned. Please note: When renting costumes for use at the Maryland Renaissance Festival, one must leave a valid driver's license at the rental booth until costumes are returned. We’re sorry but, there are no exceptions.
ADULTS
| | | From left to right, The Jester, Robin Hood, The Fair Maiden and The Rogue (in back). |
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Our costumes do not come in modern, off the rack sizes. We have a variety of costumes that will fit most adults from about a 28 inch waist to about a 50 inch waist. The costumes do not come with shoes, stockings or hats. WOMEN
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The Wench and The Knight
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| The Lady of the Realm A long, full Tudor-style overdress with matching underskirt complete with a hoop shirt and a long strand of pearls. Each court costume is made of different fabrics - so no two are alike! ($60.00 on site// $75.00 off site) | | The Wench – A linen skirt which comes in various colors and ties with a drawstring around the waist, a white chemise, and a tapestry waist cincher. Think “Saint Pauly Girl”. ($20.00 on site / $30.00 off site) |
The Fair Maiden – also comes with a linen skirt, a white chemise and a full, tapestry bodice ($25.00 on site / $35.00 off site) |
MEN
| | | The Lord of the Realm Your choice of a tapestry Doublet (as pictured) or a full Tudor Jerkin. Both come with a white cotton Renaissance-style shirt and black linen knee breeches ($50.00 on site//65.00 off site) | | The Rogue – Blue cotton pants that tie with a drawstring around the waist, an off-white peasant shirt and a plaid vest in various shades of blue. This costume represents the lowest peasant class ($20.00 on site / $30.00 off site) | 
The Monk
| | The Outlaw – Brown linen pants, a white shirt with collar and a green linen, over tunic. This is the “Woodsman” or “Huntsman” costume. Looks great when you add your leather belt ($25.00 on site / $35.00 off site) | | The Soldier- Grey cotton pants, an off white shirt and a burgundy arming jacket ($25.00 on site / $35.00 off site) | | The Knight- Black cotton leggings, a white shirt and a long, two-colored Knights tunic ($30.00 on site / $40.00 off site) | The Monk – The Franciscan Monk, like Friar Tuck, is one size fits most ($25.00 on site / $35.00 off site) |
Court costumes are more limited in their sizes and are sometimes not available. They also only come in men’s and women's sizes. There are no court costumes for children. CHILDREN These costumes come in a variety of sizes and will fit most children from about 2 years of age up. The costumes do not comes with shoes, stockings or hats. | Girls | | | The Little Maiden – This costume comes with a long, cotton chemise and a tapestry waist cincher. The chemise comes in light and dark pinks, purples, blues, greens and reds. ($10.00 on site / $20.00 off site) | | | The Little Princess- This dress has a tapestry bodice with an attached full skirt. It also comes in a variety of colors. ($15.00 on site / $25.00 off site) | | | Jr. Miss Wench - This is the same costume as the Adult Wench only it comes in sizes to fit pre-teen and teenage girls who are too "grown up" for a little girl costumes but too small for an adult size. ($20.00 on site / $30.00 off site) | Boys | | | | Robin Hood – Comes with brown cotton pants, a white shirt and a green, cotton over tunic. Looks like a miniature version of The Outlaw. ($10.00 on site / $20.00 off site) | | | The Brave Squire – This costume comes with black, cotton pants, a white shirt and a two-colored, knights tunic. ($10.00 on site / $20.00 off site) | | | The Jester – A multi-colored tunic and pants that comes with a belt with bells. ($10.00 on site / $20.00 off site) | | | The Pirate – This costume comes with black, cotton pants, a white shirt, and a long, red, Pirates sash. Eye patch not included. ($10.00 on site / $20.00 off site) |
OFF SITE / OFF SEASON RENTALS Costume rentals are also available during the off-season for costume parties, New Year's parties, or just to wear around the house to overcome the anxiety of waiting for another Festival season to begin. - Off Site / Off Season rentals are only available to people living in the DC/Annapolis/Baltimore corridor. We do not ship our costumes.
- We are not a full time costume shop. Rentals outside of the festival must be arranged by appointment only, between 10-4 Monday through Friday. You must have an appointment - please do not just show up.
- Costumes are not available for outside rental from June 1 - November 1.
- Our costumes are all from the Tudor/Renaissance period.
Contact our costume designer at
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Dates, Times & Directions |
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Visit us at the Maryland Renaissance Festival 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
2010 Schedule | August: | 28, 29
| September: | 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
| October: | 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24
| | Open from 10:00am - 7:00pm. | | We open rain or shine. | For more information call 1-800-296-7304
Wheel Chair Accessibility: The terrain is a natural forest setting and the ground cover is mulch, stone and soil. There are hills. Each Privie Area is equipped with an accessible Port-A-John. The most suitable chairs are motorized or sport style. Hospital style are not advised. |
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Directions to the Renaissance Festival:
The Maryland Renaissance Festival is located on Crownsville Road, in Anne Arundel County in Crownsville, just outside of Annapolis, MD. Handicapped parking is available next to our Main Gate. When entering the parking lot, follow the signs to the designated handicapped parking area. Below we have listed directions from the major points around the festival. If you need further directions, we suggest you check with the very fine website, Maryland Renaissance Festival, 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, Maryland 21401. Mapquest.
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From inside Washington, D.C. | From the Capital Beltway (495) take exit 19A, Route 50 East, the John Hanson Highway.
(If you live inside Washington, take New York Avenue East, which takes you right to 50 East to Annapolis.) - Take Exit 22 just before Annapolis and take first exit to right on Riva Road.
Follow to second light, turn right on Harry Truman Blvd. Follow 2 miles to end and light , turn right onto South Haven Road. Proceed north across Route 450 onto Crownsville Road.
(There is a Quik-Save Mart convenience store at the intersection.) Proceed 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From Washington, D.C. area or surrounding suburbs | Take New York Avenue East (Route 50 East) towards Annapolis.
If coming from the Capital Beltway, take Exit 19-A (Route 50/John Hanson Hwy East). Take Exit 22 just before Annapolis and take first exit to right on Riva Road. Follow to second light and turn right on Harry Truman Blvd. Follow 2 miles to end and light, turn right onto South Haven Road. Proceed north across Route 450 onto Crownsville Road.
(There is a Quik-Save Mart convenience store at the intersection.) Proceed 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From inside Baltimore , MD | Take I-95 South to the Baltimore Beltway (I-695). Follow the Beltway South to Exit 4 (Route 3 and I-97 South). Stay left on I-97 South to Annapolis as it splits from Route 3. Take Exit 5 from I-97 (Route 178 to Crownsville). Turn right at the third light onto Crownsville Road.
(Crownsville State Hospital is at the intersection and you can only turn right.) Follow Crownsville Road for 1-1/2 miles and the Festival is on the left.
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From the Eastern Shore or East of Annapolis | Take Route 50 West to exit 23B (Route 450/Crownsville) At the light, turn left and then left again at the next light on Route 450 West. Go 3 miles and turn right at the second light on to Crownsville Road. Follow Crownsville Road for 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From Southern MD/St Mary's area | Take Route 4 North to Route 2N Turn Left at Route 450 Past the Route 50 Exit, Past the light at Jennifer road Turn left at the light in front of Annapolis Mall (you're still on Route 450) Straight through the first traffic light Right at the next light on to Crownsville Road. Follow Crownsville Road for 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From Southern MD/Waldorf area | Take 301 N. to 50 East Take Exit 22 just before Annapolis and take first exit to right on Riva Road. Follow to second light and turn right on Harry Truman Blvd. Follow 2 miles to end and light, turn right onto South Haven Road. Proceed north across Route 450 onto Crownsville Road.
(There is a Quik-Save Mart convenience store at the intersection.) Proceed 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From Dahlgren, VA area | From the Capital Beltway (495) take exit 19A, Route 50 East, the John Hanson Highway.
(If you live inside Washington, take New York Avenue East, which takes you right to 50 East to Annapolis.) - Take Exit 22 just before Annapolis and take first exit to right on Riva Road.
Follow to second light, turn right on Harry Truman Blvd. Follow 2 miles to end and light , turn right onto South Haven Road. Proceed north across Route 450 onto Crownsville Road.
(There is a Quik-Save Mart convenience store at the intersection.) Proceed 1/2 mile and the Festival is on the right.
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From Frederick and points West | Take 70 East towards Baltimore, to the Baltimore Beltway (I-695). Follow the Beltway South to Exit 4 (Route 3 and I-97 South). Stay left on I-97 South to Annapolis as it splits from Route 3. Take Exit 5 from I-97 (Route 178 to Crownsville). Turn right at the third light onto Crownsville Road.
(Crownsville State Hospital is at the intersection and you can only turn right.) Follow Crownsville Road for 1-1/2 miles and the Festival is on the left.
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From New York, New Jersey, Harford County (MD) | Take 95 South As you approach Baltimore, follow I-895 to the Harbor Tunnel After you've gone through the tunnel, follow the signs to I-97 South, towards Annapolis Proceed on 97 South for approximately 12 miles. Take Exit #5 - Route 178 Crownsville Turn right at the third light onto Crownsville Road.
(Crownsville State Hospital is at the intersection and you can only turn right.) Follow Crownsville Road for 1-1/2 miles and the Festival is on the left.
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Employment / Vendor Opportunities |
| Employment Instructions If you are interested in participating in the 34th Annual Maryland Renaissance Festival, please download & fill out the Employment Application. Applications for this year are reviewed after May for the current season, but will only be responded to as needed. All applicants must 14 years or older.
Please mail or fax your completed application to:
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Employee Coordinator
PO Box 315
Crownsville, Md 21032 Fax No: 410-573-1508 | | Vendor Instructions If you are interest in participating in the 34th Annual Maryland Renaissance Festival, please download & fill out a 2011 Vendor Application.
All applications must by received by the Festival Office by January 31. Applications will be reviewed by the Jury in early February and applicants will be notified of the Jury results by the end of March. Please mail your completed application and $10.00 application fee made payable to Maryland Renaissance Festival to:
Maryland Renaissance Festival
Craft Coordinator
PO Box 315
Crownsville, Md 21032 All applications received after January 31 will be reviewed for the following season.
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Festival Schedule for 2010
August: 28, 29
September: 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26
October:2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 & 24
Open from 10:00am - 7:00pm
We open Rain or Shine Let Merriment Abound!
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Greetings and Welcome!
The 34th annual Maryland Renaissance Festival starts August 28 for the 2010 season at Revel Grove in Crownsville, Maryland.
2010 Fairever Passes available online or by phone only ORDER YOURS TODAY!!
During Business Hours Call 1-800-296-7304 or visit our Renstore
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Village Rules
Please note and observe our rules of the village:
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- No pets.
- No rainchecks.
- No weapons (costume or real).
- Patrons are welcomed to wear costumes suitable for a family-friendly atmosphere to get into the spirit of the event! All performers are paid by the King's purse and scheduled by the Artistic Director. No uncontracted performances are permitted.
 Handicapped parking is available next to our Main Gate. When entering the parking lot, follow the signs to the designated handicapped parking area.
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2009 Honorable Mention-Best Photograph
Richard Chomitz - "Ready or Not"
SAVE at the GATE!
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Contact us at; Toll Free: 800-296-7304; Local: 410-266-7304; Fax: 410-573-1508;
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Mailing Address: Maryland Renaissance Festival, P. O. Box 315, Crownsville, MD 21032
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Driving Locator Info: 1821 Crownsville Road, Annapolis, MD 21401
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