Schedule Your Weekend · Sherwood Forest Faire

Amanda Kitchens’ Carnival of Sound

Amanda Kitchens has performed at faires and stages for over a decade. She sings in ten different languages and wields an accordion: the passport to see the world through song! Whether it be a Balkan wedding song or an upbeat original, you may find yourself with the uncontrollable desire to dance when you hear her and her dynamic stage show at the Elven Hill Stage, and enjoy occasional guest appearances by the amazing dancer Kimberly Larkspur!
Andrew McKee: The Irish Bard

An accomplished and relentless multi-instrumentalist, Andrew McKee has been part of the Sherwood Forest Faire experience since before Sherwood even existed. Andrew is one half of Brobdingnagian Bards, who at the dawn of their career used to play on the South Lawn at UT - a significant inspiration to one of Sherwood’s creators. They went on to be the first internet-savvy Celtic Music outfit and proceeded to put their big Brobdingnagian foot in the door of the Celtic Music scene in the digital realm. As a soloist, Andrew puts on a wonderfully engaging show and he’ll be teaming up at the Three Stags Pub with David O’Leary as “McKee and O’Leary” for some duos in the middle of the day and for a PUB SING in the early evening on Saturday.
Archery Tournament

In Honor of the legendary Will the Bowman, Lady Aylish Stutely holds the Longbow Tournament at mid-afternoon at the Joust Arena. All archers will be using traditional longbows as they aim to claim prizes and bragging rights with their skills.
The Bard Renard

The Bard Renard takes her silliness seriously with music and stories which include a taste of history and an air of the fantastic. Playing many instruments, she plays and sings in a way that will make you cry one moment and laugh like a loon the next. Journey on with The Bard Renard!
The Bedlam Bards

Join Hawke and Cedric for some ribald chuckles and fine Celtic music at The Three Stags Pub at their 18-and-up 30-dirty show! You’ll also be able to catch Hawke for all-ages shows at the Horseman and Villagers’ Square stages.
Blunt Force Drama

Oscar Hasselhoff presents four international fighting champions, masters of the Western martial arts, who pit their strength and brutality against each other at the Combat Arena near the Scarlet Maze. Also, be sure to check out Herr Hasselhoff's Adult School of Sword and Children's School of Sword!
Bodhi the Magi

While on Crusade, Bodhi decided he’d had enough of battles and conflict, so he decided to learn the magical arts he saw in the bazaars of the Holy Lands. He has brought this magic to you here at Sherwood Forest. See him on the faire’s first five weekends at the Grove Stage and wandering the lanes of the forest.
Costume Contest with the Bandit Beasts of Barnesdale

Each faire day at the Falconry Stage, the furry, friendly Bandit Beasts of Barnesdale hold a Costume Contest to find the best-dressed patrons who walk these woods. Come cheer for your favorite disguises!
Danse Macabre

Witness an eerie sight as these specters of Death wind through Sherwood Forest Faire each day to remind us that we are all mortal and united in the Danse of Death. “As we are, so shall you be!”
Djinn & Tonics

The fiery magic of the desert genie -the mythic Djinn- and the soothing, yet invigorating rhythms of drums, Djinn & Tonics bring the magic of music, dancing, and fire to Three Stags Pub on Sherwood's fourth and fifth weekends. These servants of the unseen have travelled the world to bring you a tonic for the soul, and lift your spirits.
Drum Jam with Joachin & Ben Jammin

Follow the sound of drums to the Seven Sisters Sacred Stone Circle. Joachin and Ben Jammin hold drum circles throughout the day, with an epic Drum Jam near the day’s end. Bring your own drum and join in!
Faery Tea Party

Each day of the faire in the mid-afternoon, wondrous things start to happen. Across from Maid Marian's Chapel, faeries start to gather in the Faery courtyard. Join them for a Tea Party that is just as hilarious as it is heart-warming.
Fool Hearty

Court Jesters Marquise Zany from Zanzibar and the colourful comedian Ima Nutte perform three different shows daily including Fools’ School, The Royal Fools Variety Show, and The Untrained Dog Show with Pea Nutte, Butter, and Coco Nutte!
Free Companies Juggers

Jugging is a military strategy sport, not unlike football or rugby. Come see this rag-tag team of warriors get medieval on each other with swords, shields, and duels to the death at the Jugging Arena!
The Great Antone

This nomadic musician of distant Darbukistan plays drums for the Joust, the Parade, and for the Castle Siege at day’s end. Also, look for The Great Antone playing bouzouki at The Villagers’ Square stage.
Gunnar Sølberg

Gunnar Sølberg plays upbeat traditional music to warm the heart on his old-world mandolin. Find him at The Horseman Stage and other small venues around the village most days of the faire.
The Hands of Fatima

Hands of Fatima belly dancers spin, sway, and swirl for you as their ensemble of vagabond minstrels translate these alluring dances into song. Just follow their magical rhythms to the Elven Hill Stage.
Jousting Tournament

Sherwood's joust team holds full contact matches every day of the faire…but on the penultimate weekend, April 13th and 14th, the New Riders of the Golden Age hold a larger Jousting tournament with 6 to 8 knights, breaking hundreds of lances in pursuit of a purse of 1,000 royal dollars. May the best knight prevail!
Judas & Magnolia

Dr. Judas Lynch and Ms. Magnolia Strange present their Underwater Escape Stunt Show on our first six weekends at the Greenwoode Theatre, bringing you to the edge of your seat with fantastical narratives and death-defying stunts! Also, look for their Mind Reading Show late in the day.
Kimberly Larkspur and Friends

Slip up to Hill Haven Hookah, and you’ll find Kimberly Larkspur dancing between gently glowing coals in a whirl of silk, flashing blades, and bubbling humor accompanied by the sounds of some of the finest musicians in the realm.
Knightlife with Burgalouse

Learn about 12th Century Knighthood with Otto Von Burgundy and Raymond Toulouse, two hysterical figures of Medieval Europe! This action-packed show combines humor, history, and live fighting demos at their Knights Encampment close to the Seven Sisters Stone Circle.
Knights of the Grail

Knights of the Grail (KOTG) is a program created by the Knights of King Richard who provide equine therapy to military veterans (as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit). See the Knights of the Grail demonstrating their skills at the Joust Arena!
Madman Maverick

The World's Second Greatest Magician! Come join the party of this Chaotic Neutral Warlock as he demonstrates skills of illusion, enchantment, and even a bit of evocation at the Greenwoode Theatre.
Master “Bones” Jangle and the Voodoo Island Cannibals

Master Bones and his crew of hungry head-hunters shall serenade you with Celtadelic pirate jam music every day of the festival at The Argosy Stage over by Brou Ha Ha. Come join in the feast!
Merlin the Wise

The mysterious wizard who lives backward through time welcomes you to join him and his friends Archimedes the Owl, Cen, Dulcimer, and Rhiannon at the Faery Forest Stage for a legendary Magic Show!
Norðanfólk

Born right here at Sherwood in 2023, Texas-based Norðanfólk explores Norse mythical and cultural themes through a mix of spirited originals and well-known Nordic folk favorites. Featuring traditional instruments such as the tagelharpa, kravic lyre, and hurdy-gurdy, Norðanfólk layers hypnotic rhythms with complex vocal harmonies in Norwegian, Icelandic, and Old Norse.
Opal & Jade

Bawdy singing sisters Opal and Jade return to Sherwood this season with their deliciously witty songs of saucy adventures and affairs of the heart at the bottom of the hill inside the Faire’s most intimate bar, The Three Stags Pub.
Paolo Garbanzo, Juggling Fool

A flawless juggler, this mad Italian fool tosses machetes, throws flaming pins, and balances on precarious objects for your pleasure at The Argosy Stage. Come witness excellence in juggling and hilarity!
Piper Gunn: Bagpiper

Playing bagpipes for 30 years, instrumentalist Piper Gunn brings the sounds of the Scottish Highlands to you during our Sherwood Celtic Yuletide Festival. Enjoy classic melodies from Scotland and festive Christmas tunes while raising a mug to toast Piper Gunn's original music as you follow the sound of bagpipes across various stages throughout the festival Saturday. And ever seeking to deepen his knowledge of bagpipes, be sure to ask him about his new piping venture branded Kenneth Gunn Bagpipes as he learns to build expertly crafted bagpipes for future pipers and audiences to enjoy!
The Pirates of Sherwood

The Pirates of Sherwood will be heavin’, haulin’, swabbin’, and scupperin’ to keep the Argosy Stage afloat throughout the faire day betwixt japes of juggling jesters and maelstroms of musical mayhem. Captain “Bullshark” Buckfast, M.C. and his crew of Farcical Seafarers set sail on Sherwood’s most piratical planks as your swarthy hosts, presenting fine entertainment and tickling your funny bone!
Port O’Thority with Dame of Drones

Port O’Thority is a musical journey of Celtic, Pirate, and World Folk influences with music and stories celebrating our past, mourning our losses, and looking forward to who we will become. Welcome to the Port O’Thority show! Sláinte!
Ravencraft: Royal Occultist

Experience the incredible powers of your mind with Saul Ravencraft. Wonder at what is revealed about the world beyond. Exhibitions will be given daily at The Horseman Stage for all curious seekers.
Robin Hood

With greatly exaggerated news of the death of Richard the Lionheart, his treacherous brother Prince John plans to crown himself King. England looks to our hero, Robin Hood, to keep the throne from falling into the hands of a traitor. Come to the castle near day’s end for an action-packed display of sword fighting, archery, and a fiery finish!
Rover’s Way

With guitar, whistle, bodhran, bass, and vocals by Matthew Young and Keira Rose, join Rover’s Way as they bring their love of travel and multicultural folk music to the Lionheart Tavern for Sherwood’s first four weekends.
Shakespeare Comedies with The Court Imposters

See Shakespeare done at The Three Celestials Stage like you've never seen Shakespeare done before, and never will again! Delivered in about 20 minutes or your next play is free!
Sky Kings Birds of Prey

The King’s master of falconry, Sir Robert Cheseman, appears at the Falconry Stage four times daily. Meet birds of prey eye-to-eye in this inspiring show for all ages! And be sure to visit the Raptor Aviary between shows.
Solar Rain Fire Dancers

Starting on Sherwood’s third weekend, these incredible Fire dancers spin fiery forms in front of Sherwood Castle after the Pub Sing. Don’t miss this incendiary performance near the close of day.
Taliesin, the Wandering Minstrel

Taliesin the bard has performed in vaulted castles for kings and queens and moldy taverns for beggars and brigands. Versed in the myriad skills of his art, his personalized songs, savage satires, flowery flatteries, legendary tales, and preposterous proclamations are yours to command! Any person or party who wishes to hire his peerless bardic prowess may seek him out!
Tanaquil, the Enchanted Faery Storyteller

Tanaquil of Avalon is an Irish lass who some say has communed with the faeries. How e'er she may have gotten her charm and her gift of gab, find Tanaquil at The Storytime Theater and all about the forest.
Umanistán

Umanistan is a musical collaboration led by Ian J. Everett, from Vana Mazi, and featuring Ram Das, the master of wind instruments from Wino Vino. They’ve reunited to expand the unique sound of Umanistan. Drawing from Byzantine, Latin, and West Asian traditions, their music blends complex harmonies, evocative melodies, and intricate rhythms. Umanistan’s sound explores time, place, and emotional depth, merging ancient and contemporary influences in a sonic world of profound immersion in the year 1193ii. Catch them at the Lionheart on Sherwood's final 3 weekends.
Vince Conaway: Hammered Dulcimer

Vince Conaway, a musician and composer, can be found performing a wide variety of music on his hammered dulcimer at the Three Stags Pub, The Grove Stage, and along the lanes of Sherwood Forest.
Washing Well Wenches

Your Village Laundresses, Daphne and her kooky cuz Cookie, shall scrub your funny bone and knock your socks off…into the wash, that is! Find them at the Washing Well Stage for 27 minutes of pure bliss.
Wolgemut!

This band of early musicians provides high-quality entertainment guaranteed to leave you “in a good mood,” which happens to be the translation of Wolgemut! Find them performing at The Lionheart Tavern this season with their repertoire of uplifting early music and some really snazzy outfits…