Rain or Shine!
We are delighted to announce a special guest appearance by James B. Jones & Shelley Wolfe of Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, who will reign as our honorary King & Queen! James and Shelley will be strolling through their kingdom and will be available for photos from 11:00 am -2:00 pm.
Step into the world of medieval and Renaissance culture at Hammond Castle Museum, where the castle itself provides a uniquely dramatic backdrop for a magical day steeped in history and fantasy in a stunning setting.
Experience the excitement of The Brotherhood of the Arrow and Sword as they return with their high-energy armored combat demonstrations, bringing the medieval battlefield vividly to life. Enjoy captivating performances from the L.I.A.R.s, who will fill the air with sea shanties, alongside a hulahoop artist, a storyteller, a wandering harpist, a bubble faery, and other enchanting entertainers.
New this season, our kids’ tent offers little princes and princesses a craft for hands-on fun. Cosplay dress-up is encouraged, but weapons of any kind are prohibited and will not be permitted on campus. With more vendors and food trucks, this year’s Faire is bigger, better, and more magical than before.
Stay tuned for the day’s program of events, the complete list of performers and vendors, and an announcement of special guest appearances by our honorary King and Queen; more information coming soon!
Your admission includes access to explore many parts of the interior of the Museum, free access to all scheduled entertainment, as well as free parking and shuttle service. *Vendor services are not included.
Little ones ages 4 and under are free but do require a reserved ticket, and kids ages 5 – 12 are only $10! Hammond Castle Museum Member savings apply.
Don’t miss this extraordinary day of music, pageantry, and living history at Hammond Castle Museum, where the past comes alive in spectacular fashion!
Off-Site Parking is Required & Free Shuttles will be offered:
Free parking will be available at Stage Fort Park (24 Hough Ave, Gloucester, MA 01930), with complimentary WHITE BEAUPORT SHUTTLES, generously sponsored by Townsend Energy, running between the park and the Museum from 8:45 AM to 5:15 PM. On-street parking on Hesperus Avenue is prohibited. On-site parking is reserved exclusively for guests with mobility needs and is not guaranteed.
All ticket sales are final.
All proceeds from this event support the ongoing restoration and preservation of the Museum. At nearly a century old, the Museum is not handicapped accessible as there are many stairs on the Museum grounds and within the Museum.
We warmly welcome our friends at Townsend Energy as our exclusive transportation sponsor.