Mayfaire in Madras is Back
Your favorite fantasy Renaissance Faire is back! Are you as excited as we are?
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be anointed by a king? Or to dress up and take part in an epic quest? Have you ever dreamed of shopping through market stalls peddling magical wares or eating delicious treats with a group of flower fairies? Now’s your chance to find out! The Madras Mayfaire is making its second annual appearance in our quaint downtown, and we can’t wait to see all the epic costumes, shop in the magical market, and have some fantastically medieval fun. Join in with the community and throw on a costume, take part in a fencing match, and support local businesses at the annual event of the Spring!
There’s a lot of fun that we promise you don’t want to miss out on! Like:
Trying your hand at axe throwing!
Competing in the Fairy Quest and Pirate’s treasure hunt!
Interacting with medieval and magical characters!
Indulging in delicious food and drink (including a special ye ol’ sluice box area for adults)!
The costume contest judged by the Mayfaire King and Queen (our awesome Mayor Mike Lepin and his lovely wife April)!
Live entertainment, including play scenes, bagpipes, an aerialist, and so much more!
Mayfaire is a fantasy themed Renaissance Faire.
What is a Renaissance Faire, you might ask? And what does fantasy have to do with it?
Ren Faires are historically themed markets with live entertainment and interactive volunteers. Attending any Ren Faire should feel like stepping into a version of our past, where Medieval villages were ruled over by kings and myths of dragons. Ye old English, a theme specific market (all vendors sell handcrafted items that fit into the context of the historical theme), and elaborate costumes are a staple of any Ren Faire. It’s an event for laughing over a glass of mead, trying your hand at medieval weaponry, and finding the perfect cottagecore accessory for your home. So, why not add fantasy to that? Medieval times were full of fairy tales and magical worlds. The Madras Mayfaire celebrates that whimsical magic!
Our theme for this year is Pirates vs Fairies.
Join us in all your finery!
Will you be a pirate? A fairy? A mermaid or medieval peasant?
We can’t wait to see your costumes.
This event takes place on Sunday May 18 th from 11am to 5pm in Sahalee Park, downtown Madras. It is a free event for the community to enjoy.
Questions? Concerns? Don’t hesitate to reach out to the event coordinators with any questions.