Mark your calendars for next year: May 23-25, 2026

Attend ye the Grand Ren Faire at the Akron Zoo, where whimsy and wonder doth unite amidst the verdant splendor of the beastly realm. Join us in this enchanted festival, where valiant knights and fair maidens in dazzling attire shall wend their way through market stalls brimming with curiosities and wares. Revel in the melodies of minstrels and bardic tales, whilst indulging in hearty fare and sweet confections fit for royalty.

Venture forth into realms both fabled and fantastical, where the majestic creatures of the Akron Zoo meet the magic of a bygone age. Be thee a warrior, a wizard, or a wanderer of whimsy, there shall be merriment aplenty for all.

IMPORTANT: Real weapons are not permitted into the zoo. This includes swords, maces, axes, etc. Fake, plastic weapons are allowed. Adults (15+) are prohibited from covering their faces with costume masks, mascot heads or face paint.