r/renfaire
Welcome! This is a subreddit to talk about Renaissance Faires and Festivals. Discuss upcoming events, ren faire-related news, costume…
How to think about r/renfaire
This community is dedicated to celebrating Renaissance Faires and Festivals, providing a space for enthusiasts to discuss events, share costume ideas, and connect with others who share their passion for historical reenactment and whimsy. Members often engage in discussions about various aspects of Renaissance culture, including performances, guilds, and the overall experience of attending these vibrant events. The atmosphere is generally welcoming and festive, embodying the spirit of the Renaissance era.
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Audience
Participants in this community range from avid Renaissance Faire attendees to performers and costumers. The demographic is diverse, including individuals of all ages who are passionate about history, creativity, and community. Members often seek to share their experiences, seek advice on costumes, or promote events, creating a friendly and enthusiastic vibe that encourages camaraderie and shared interests.
Posting culture
Content that thrives includes event announcements, costume showcases, and discussions about performances or historical accuracy. Members appreciate well-crafted posts with engaging visuals, particularly those showcasing unique costumes or experiences. Posts that come off as overly promotional or lacking in authenticity may face downvotes. The community tends to have a steady posting cadence, especially around event seasons, with members actively sharing updates and experiences.
Brand engagement notes
Brands looking to engage with this community should focus on authenticity and relevance to the Renaissance Faire experience. Sharing high-quality content related to costumes, event sponsorships, or historical insights can resonate well. However, overt promotional tactics are often met with skepticism. Collaborating with community members or sponsoring events in a way that enhances the community experience can foster goodwill. Brands should avoid generic marketing and instead aim for genuine interactions that align with the community's interests.
Top keywords
What r/renfaire talks about
Weighted by how often each term appears in posts and comments, relative to baseline frequency. The largest words are the strongest signals of community focus.
External signals
Where the community looks
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Top contributors
Who shapes the conversation
The most active and most-upvoted posters and commenters in this community. Useful when planning outreach or studying a community's tastemakers.
Top posters
By post count
- u/[deleted]
- u/SirMarcMatthews
- u/renfairedreams
- u/groomporter
- u/Marc815
- u/CabezaDeBaka
- u/Sarastorm1213
- u/chrisferna
- u/Abesinto
- u/porkchop8787
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- u/Samhain133
- u/MetalJunkie101
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- u/Yellow-Squelette
- u/LocalBassoonist
- u/Gliese581h
- u/thelawfulneutral
- u/mr-pate
- u/ajtexasranger
- u/TPopaGG
- u/GtrGbln
- u/3dbdotcom
- u/JustaDad41
- u/PumpkinLighter
- u/the-nordic-halfling1
- u/k_p_s
- u/Adept_Yogurt
- u/Successful_Bad_2396
- u/LostInSpazz
- u/Two_Astronaut_Dogs
- u/bunnie1234
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- u/HahGHEEEEY
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- u/[deleted]
- u/MetalJunkie101
- u/3dbdotcom
- u/renfairedreams
- u/pitofcarkoon
- u/CabezaDeBaka
- u/fishwhispers17
- u/JustaDad41
- u/SirMarcMatthews
- u/ehisforadam
- u/her_majesty813
- u/Yellow-Squelette
- u/redbonito
- u/Sarastorm1213
- u/LocalBassoonist
- u/PumpkinLighter
- u/porkchop8787
- u/Gliese581h
- u/PocketsAndSedition7
- u/nellynuttons
- u/wardenstark8
- u/Adept_Yogurt
- u/Samhain133
- u/VraskaaCosplay
- u/mr-pate
- u/ajtexasranger
- u/snappieta
- u/Detective-Astatine
- u/LostInSpazz
- u/chrisferna
- u/PrancingPudu
- u/Shenko-wolf
- u/NymiriaBlack
- u/convoke2
- u/HahGHEEEEY
- u/numbskull13
- u/yoursweetieshane
- u/bunnie1234
- u/k_p_s
- u/-Philologian
- u/cjksallan
- u/MK18_Ocelot
- u/PolishRook
- u/owlgalaxy
- u/Successful_Bad_2396
- u/TPopaGG
- u/Theatrical-Vampire
- u/Marc815
- u/velouriumxcamper
- u/M3TbI-O
- u/aragorn1780
- u/Thats_not_right
- u/Scarlettclown
- u/fairyquailmother
- u/groomporter
- u/bunny_quinn42
- u/peachkun
- u/swampbones
- u/the-nordic-halfling1
- u/aita-confusedbi
- u/pyprpypr
- u/thelawfulneutral
- u/trish_for_short
- u/Gold_Communication71
- u/Vostok_One
- u/ChickenNudo
- u/catatonic_brick
- u/jhmcreationz
- u/Acceptable-Handle650
- u/McArsekicker
- u/silvermoon822
- u/Lol_Im_Dead
- u/High_Stream
- u/RebekahM87
- u/Bullgrit
- u/foxfoxfoxin
- u/wetsupwiththat
- u/me0619
- u/MariaMilissa
- u/Amc247
- u/AlmondAlpaca312
- u/iastdoesthings
- u/mhm-alrighty-then
- u/Kokirispiritt
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- u/KingoftheChillll
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- u/deck65
- u/PrismicNeon
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- u/isabelladangelo
- u/GtrGbln
- u/StripeyButt
- u/Redknight1991
- u/athousandfuriousjews
- u/CrepuscularOpossum
- u/PumpkinLighter
- u/SimplyKendra
- u/groomporter
- u/renfairedreams
- u/wandernwade
- u/Puzzleheaded-Phase70
- u/the8thindigo
- u/wineaunt
- u/RayneShikama
- u/SaltyEngineer45
- u/smricha1
- u/Inkycaligari
- u/Cambojuice
- u/MichiganMan48166
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- u/Adept_Yogurt
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- u/Nerdmazing
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- u/squishyg
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- u/-lastochka-
- u/papatonepictures
- u/SarcasticLandShark
- u/vegasidol
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- u/Jealous_Following_38
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- u/wintercast
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- u/HobbitGuy1420
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- u/Kalrotahn-Ishbane
- u/thesparklyshoe
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- u/BicTwiddler
- u/Browncoat101
- u/OurLadyofSarcasm
- u/James_T_S
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- u/The_DaHowie
- u/Terrynia
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- u/shackleton__
- u/dahlphinn
- u/aBagOfSnakes
- u/rifraft13
- u/frenchiestfry77
- u/thistledruid
- u/GirloftheArts1
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- u/SucculentScience
- u/Techtheatrelady
- u/Sirerdrick64
- u/BurgerKingKiller
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- u/zigglemypickle
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- u/Skystone10
- u/ticketspleasethanks
- u/_life_is_a_joke_
- u/KillRMamaBear
- u/midnightwalrus
- u/matrix2002
- u/missinlnk
- u/hopeless-hearts
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- u/ChumleyEX
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- u/missinlnk
- u/isabelladangelo
- u/midnightwalrus
- u/shackleton__
- u/[deleted]
- u/confusednazgul
- u/BurgerKingKiller
- u/BigFitMama
- u/sidesalad1369
- u/TheFoxyBard
- u/drewbaccaAWD
- u/StripeyButt
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- u/MetalJunkie101
- u/GtrGbln
- u/jetloflin
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- u/HobbitGuy1420
- u/FKAShit_Roulette
- u/athousandfuriousjews
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- u/der_innkeeper
- u/James_T_S
- u/Redknight1991
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- u/CrepuscularOpossum
- u/StinkyBastardCat
- u/Puzzleheaded-Phase70
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- u/Green_Evening
- u/OniOdisCornukaydis
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- u/nellynuttons
- u/PumpkinLighter
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- u/hjdiv
- u/wandernwade
- u/LossingMoss
- u/the8thindigo
- u/ticketspleasethanks
- u/MichiganMan48166
- u/Flanagansdog
- u/Tropicalcuttlefish
- u/midtown_70
- u/Polypeptide2
- u/High_Stream
- u/RayneShikama
- u/Difficult_Slicer
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- u/Wheels2or4
- u/xdisappointing
- u/LocalBassoonist
- u/rifraft13
- u/matrix2002
- u/Inkycaligari
- u/Two_Astronaut_Dogs
- u/RanchPoptarts
- u/frecklefawn
- u/midri
- u/DeaconOrlov
- u/SirMarcMatthews
- u/MrStripes
- u/cuntahula
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- u/Medical_cableguy
- u/jd3v
- u/Pirate_Lantern
- u/VVetSpecimen
- u/dahlphinn
- u/BirthdurPurtur
- u/groomporter
- u/mhm-alrighty-then
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- u/wineaunt
- u/CharlieTheBard
- u/Kalrotahn-Ishbane
- u/IllusiveGamerGirl
- u/aragorn1780
- u/rolleriv
- u/AccidentAdept
- u/PrescottX
- u/Nerdmazing
- u/CBBuddha
- u/SimplyKendra
- u/redbonito
- u/BrokilonDryad
- u/-lastochka-
- u/papatonepictures
- u/Praeradio_Yenearsira
- u/SaltyEngineer45
- u/thesparklyshoe
- u/BicTwiddler
- u/fwivo
- u/wqmbat
- u/RichardStinks
- u/dogebuns
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FAQ
r/renfaire — frequently asked questions
Quick facts about this subreddit's size, history, focus, and related communities.
How many subscribers does r/renfaire have?
r/renfaire has approximately 118,427 subscribers as of May 27, 2026.
When was r/renfaire created?
r/renfaire was created on March 3, 2011 (15 years ago).
What is r/renfaire about?
This community is dedicated to celebrating Renaissance Faires and Festivals, providing a space for enthusiasts to discuss events, share costume ideas, and connect with others who share their passion for historical reenactment and whimsy. Members often engage in discussions about various aspects of Renaissance culture, including performances, guilds, and the overall experienc…
What subreddits are similar to r/renfaire?
Communities similar to r/renfaire include r/txrenaissancefestival, r/historicalcostuming, r/larp, r/sca, r/renfaire_costumes.
Who are the most active posters on r/renfaire?
The most frequent posters on r/renfaire include u/[deleted], u/SirMarcMatthews, u/renfairedreams.
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