May 18-19, 25-26 & June 1-2, 8-9, 2024

10AM to 6PM, Rain or Shine

1990 Jacksonville Jobstown Rd.

Columbus, NJ 08022

Entertainment Awaits You at the Faire!

Plan Your Day Accordingly!

Six Stages

Live Jousting

Kids Shows

There are six formal stages of entertainment with shows for the young and young-in-spirit, but truth be told, the entire Village of Crossford is a stage – and the show begins upon entering the castle gates!

If you thought you would just sit through some droll rendition of a 16th century tale at the New Jersey Renaissance Faire, you are mistaken! Colorful characters, charming artists and playful scenes are all center stage during this year’s all-outdoor Faire.

Walk through the gates and discover what many of us already know – the live interaction at this Faire is part of the fun!  Outdoor improvisational theatre surrounds you throughout the magical shire of Crossford.

There are dozens of scheduled shows, as well many that ‘pop up’ right before your eyes on the village paths. Be prepared to burst into laughter and gaze in awe during your stay at our shire!

All of our performers happily accept gratuities for their performances! Toss a coin if you love their shows!

Adamo Ignis
Fall in love with flames! Adamo Ignis brings fire, knives, and more!
Andrew McKee the Irish Bard
Andrew McKee, the Irish Bard, will be playing on the streets of Crossford as well as with The Rowdy Bardlings.
Bardy Pardy
​With a mixture of traditional folk music, comedy, and stories told through song - all wrapped up in beautiful three part harmony - Bardy Pardy is sure to bring a smile to your face and be a memorable part of your faire day!
Chaste Treasure
Gorgeous dresses, beautiful voices, and of course, a fancy hat!
Connor O'Carraig
Sleight of Hand Magician, Professional Dream Chaser, and most likely the world's tallest Leprechaun!
Dice Knight Adventures
Dice Knight Adventures is the festival wide RPG! Start a character, roll dice, complete quests and gain experience!
Lady Viola, England's Leading Lady
Cesario is known as The Lady Viola, one of the greatest Lady Performers of the English Stage! Come see what happens when Viola faces a whole new challenge: Aging!
Happily Whatever After
Your favorite noble couple will dole out relationship advice. We can't guarantee it'll be good advice but we can guarantee it'll be advice... Emphasis on the "vice".
Jacques Ze Whipper
Professional circus performer and TikTok famous whipper extraordinaire Jacques Ze Whipper returns to the NJ Renaissance Faire!
Lamning
Lämning - Musical adventures from around the world and through time, genre bending, and acts of public handsomeness.
Linwe Telperion
Linwe brings belly dance entertainment and excitement always! Her wide variety of interactive belly dance offerings include swords, veil, Isis wings, fan veils and poi veils!
Lords of Adventure
Token "Two-Man Comedy Sword Fighting Show, That You Would See at an Outdoor Festival Show" Show!!! These identical twin sword-fighting brothers will teach you to be an adventurer in your daily life!
Righteous Blackguards
Comedy and drinking songs, punctuated by effortless banter. Righteous Blackguards shows are slapped together, unprofessional, and you'll never have more fun!
Round Table Jousting
Watch the grand spectacle of the Joust Knights of Roundtable Productions as they charge the field with amazing lance passes, fierce joust battles, and even sword and shield combat.
Learn the art of whip cracking! Sean the Whipsy Rover is back again for all 4 weekends of the NJ Renaissance Faire!!!
Ses Carny
Enjoy fire-eating, fire-breathing, human target knife throwing, and side-splitting comedy!
Shakespeare Approves
Join your friendly neighborhood Shakespeare as he takes you on adventures full of merriment and makes YOU a part of the show!
Shelli Buttons
Adorable, sexy, fun, and feisty.... cute as a Button! Packed with mad skills in the air and on the ground, Shelli Buttons will wow with aerial silks, juggling, acro balance, and more!
Swords and Stories
Swords and Stories' Quest Knights of Virtue will be holding an armored combat tournament to determine which Virtue is strongest in Man!
Temperance Belowe
Shrew, nag, holy woman, and the Renaissance Era's least favorite Puritan. The Almighty Loathes everything... except Temperance Belowe.
Clan of the Raven
The Clan of The Raven is an Educational Historical Group focusing on the Viking Age.
The Foxy Bard and Twig
With over a decade's worth of performing under their belts, The Foxy Bard and Twig are a musical duo that create a unique blend of Renaissance music, folk, and world music.
Rowdy Bardlings
Celtic Rock, Songs of the Sea & Folk Music with a rock & roll edge for Weddings, Pubs & History Events!
Tiny Girl Big Show
Pushing the limits of capability, independence and charm, this original one-woman extravaganza is a rollercoaster ride of smarts, skill and sparkle.
Vince Conaway
Weaving storytelling and melodies, Vince and his hammered dulcimer bring history to life!