Produced in partnership with Mystic Realms, Ltd.
FANTASY FAIRE
June 21 & 22, 2025
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. rain or shine
A family-friendly festival of medieval folklore & fun!
This Year’s Story…
The Kingdom of Wheaton is a peaceful realm ruled by the good King William. The Kingdom is divided into four Baronies. The Barons of the North, South, East, and West each rule a portion of the Kingdom. Every year the King hosts the Tournament of Prosperity where each of the Barons brings a champion to compete for a chest of gold.
The 2025 Story: Everyone knows there is no such thing as a demon, but rumors have been circulating that demons are possessing the good people of Wheaton. The Barons of the East and West are concerned. Accusations are made. Are the Fool and Rumplestilskin truly possessed? Can the Grymm Witches help? There is trouble once again in the Kingdom of Wheaton!
The 2025 Story is told in a series of short performances on the Tournament Field at 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm and 2:00pm. Throughout the day there are five other stages full of acts and more than forty mechant shops to peruse. The day concludes with the Tournament of Prosperity performed at 3:00PM.
The program schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates.
Fantasy Faire is included with WheatonArts General Admission. Tickets are available online and at the front gate.
ADMISSION:
$12 Adults
$11 Seniors (62+)
$7 Students
Kids 5 & under are FREE
Meet New Friends!
Meet the Pirates from Treasure Island as they run a rickety set of Pirate Games where everyone is a winner. Collect coins and turn them in for pirate prizes. (Fee)
At the Court of Miracles, children can meet Esmeralda and other characters from the Hunchback of Notre Dame, and enjoy dancing and drumming techniques by individual and troupe performers.
Storybook characters will teach your children to sing along to many well-known children’s songs.
Join the “Kingdom of Wheaton Scavenger Hunt” and get signatures from our friendliest characters! Available at the Front Gate. Collect a Pirate Coin once you’ve completed the hunt!
Meet the King, Queen, & Barons of the Kingdom of Wheaton strolling the streets.
Get candy & treats from the not-so-wicked Grymm Witches if you dare.
Keep your eyes open for the giant walking tree!
Come dressed in your own fantasy garbs and make connections with other fun-having people of all ages!
Learn New Skills!
Spring Pole Raising & Dance 12:30 p.m. (children participate in the dance)
Join the traditional dance at 12:30 p.m. each day. We ask parents to encourage younger children by holding the ribbons and dancing with them in this joyous celebration!
Adventurer Training
Children can learn the skills of a heroic adventurer by completing various challenges. Can they avoid the webs and recover treasure from the Spider’s Lair? Will they be able to cross the Frog Pond by walking the lily pads? Can they solve the Wizards Puzzle? All these skills and more make an expert adventurer!
AXE Throwing
Feel like a Viking! With help from enthusiast instructors from Grizzly & Co, Adventure for Hire, learn how to safely throw tomahawks, Viking bearded axes, and double-bit Michigan axes! For ages 11 and older.
Phoenix Swords Performances
Watch these renowned performers from Phoenix Swords give authentic demonstrations of western martial arts. Visitors may take introductory sword lessons ($5.00) throughout the day.
Markland Medieval Mercenary Militia (Saturday only!)
Watch as members from Markland re-enact medieval life by constructing and using reproductions of the period’s accouterments.
Archery in Sherwood Grove (fee-based)
Robin Hood and his merry band are visiting the Kingdom of Wheaton. They’ll teach people about archery, and you can practice your archery skills for a small donation to the band. There’s also knife and ax throwing!
Whip Cracking with the Whipsy Rover
Sean, “the Whipsy Rover,” travels the Kingdom of Wheaton teaching the art of the whip. Nothing captures attention in your favorite fantasy fiction than the sound of a cracking whip – Catwoman, Zorro, Indiana Jones, and others. It’s easy to get started, so come by for a demonstration and a free lesson. Sean will have you cracking in minutes, and if you like, you can walk away with your very own whip!
Traditional Dance
This informative show explains the steps and intents behind some of the most popular dances from the Medieval and Renaissance Periods. Audience participation is encouraged!
Heroes of Camelot
Meet Knights of King Arthur’s Round Table and other Heroes from the Arthurian Legend. Ages 16 and older and in good physical health can learn the theatric touch style of weapon combat used in Mystic Realms LARPs.
Create Fused Glass Charms, Talismans, & Suncatchers (fee-based)
Create a charm or talisman for role-playing games or daily life. Adorn pre-fused glass bases with pre-cut pieces of colorful glass and frit to fit your design. We will fire your piece and add a metal loop, lobster claw clasp, or cord. Projects will be ready for pick up or shipped (shipping rates apply) about one week after the event. Located in the Education Studio and available for ages 5 & up (with parental assistance). This glass fusing activity has a discounted fee of $10 per charm/talisman and $20 per suncatcher.
Stage Performances
These are just a few of the many acts a day at the Kingdom of Wheaton has to offer. There is something for everyone to enjoy, from kid’s shows to educational content.
Grymm Witches
The Grymm Witches are a hilarious mix of Shakespeare and silliness. Join these not-so-wicked witches as they tell their own “truthful” versions of traditional fairytales. And see them at their “Potion Brewing” show, where they will once again try to save the Kingdom of Wheaton.
Sing-A-Longs and Storytelling
Join your favorite storybook characters in the StoryBook grove. Shows throughout the day will have the characters singing children’s songs with audience participation. Parents and children can also listen to the characters read their favorite fairy tales with photo opportunities.
Gold E. Locks on Trial
Gold E. Locks is on trial for breaking, entering, and destroying private property. She maintains that she meant no harm. Is she just a naughty little girl, or did something else cause the calamity of errors?
Craft Demonstrations
These are just a few of the many acts a day at the Kingdom of Wheaton has to offer. There is something for everyone to enjoy, from kid’s shows to educational content.
The Local Blacksmith
Meet Blacksmith Daniel Lapidow from Hebrew Hammer to learn about forge and metalwork!
Royal Glassblowing Studio
Witness the transformation of molten hot glass into fantastical objects by our Glass Studio Staff.
Miniture Glass Dragons
Discover the magic of dragons and their eggs forged from fire and glass in the Flamework Studio! Watch glass artist Jason Gordon on Saturday and Annie Vasiliadis on Sunday.
Pottery Palace Mushrooms & Drinking Horns
Interact with ceramic artist Phyllis Seidner in the Pottery Studio as she sculpts beautiful mushrooms from wet clay. On Saturday, ceramic artist Clint Hunter will sculpt beer steins and drinking horns.
Glass Pens
Cherelle Oriolo shall be showing visitors how to use a glass pen. Glass pens were well-known to late Renaissance-era scribes and scholars, and are still used today by artists, calligraphers and craftspeople. They are fun and easy to use. Cherelle will also have some hand-made ink for visitors to try out.
FREE Family Art Activities
Take a seat at the Family Art Activity Station for complimentary craft time! Recommended for ages 5 & above with parental assistance. Estimated times of 15 to 30 minutes per activity.
Roll-a-Dice Drawing Games
Get ready for a creative challenge with our roll-a-dice drawing game! Using our fun game sheets, participants will roll a die to determine different features for their drawing—whether it’s a bird, a cat, or a spider. Each roll decides an element like the shape of the body, eyes, wings, tail, or whiskers, making every drawing unique and unexpected! This playful activity encourages artistic expression, quick thinking, and lots of laughs, as no two creations will be the same. Roll, draw, and let your imagination take flight!
Rainbow Mane Unicorn
Create your own magical unicorn in this rainbow mane unicorn craft! Participants will start by cutting out a unicorn head silhouette from sturdy cardboard, then bring it to life with a vibrant, flowing mane made of colorful yarn. Choose from a variety of bright hues to create a unique rainbow effect, braiding or layering the strands for extra texture. This hands-on activity encourages creativity and results in a whimsical unicorn masterpiece to take home and display. Let your imagination run wild as you craft a one-of-a-kind mythical friend!
Dragon Eye
Step into a world of fantasy with our shimmering dragon eye drawing activity! Using markers on tin foil, participants will create a mesmerizing, glistening dragon eye that captures the light with an otherworldly glow. To enhance the dramatic effect, oil pastels on black cardstock will be used to draw the textured, scaly area surrounding the eye. This combination of bold colors and metallic shine brings the dragon’s gaze to life, making each artwork feel magical and mysterious.
Wandering Musicians
The Meandering Minstrel
Sean Reidy performs traditional music ranging back to the Middle Ages on a variety of bagpipes and whistles.
Cast Members
King William: Michael Muzzarelli
Queen Grace: Chrissie Capece Muzzarelli
Witch Hazel: Bobbi J. Kukal
Witch: Natasha Thompson
Rumplestiltskin: James Thompson
Fool:Paul “cheever” Ranck
Baron of the North: Steven Fisher
Baron of the South: Anthony Kukal
Baroness of the East: Heidi Dugan
Baron of the West: Brian Danner
Bruno the Mercenary Captain: Tanner Cossaboon
Brunhilda the Lady-in-Waiting: Rachael Smith
Tournament Master: Ahmed Graves-El
Accuser #1: Kat Butler
Accuser #2: Chelsey Schindler
Accuser #3: Ashley Piper
Champions: Mystic Realms Sword Team
Ruffians & Peasants: Phoenix Swords
Meet the Merchants!
8 Bit Hues
Beads on Cypress
Bee Cool Pollination & Honey
Books A Million
Bright Ideas To Go
Cherelle Oriolo
Clay Dough Co
Courtly Tours
Crocheted by Clare
Cryptwick Candleworks
Dopey Dragon Dry Goods
Glitter & Glue
Happy Little Snacks
Hebrew Hammer Blacksmith
Henna by Drax
Immovable Objects
Jen Ottepka Photography
Kattnhubbyskreations
Kilted Gamer
Land of Odds N Ends
LunaCraft Creations
M&M 3D Creations
Madam Metatron Tarot Reading
Melissa Mouse Travels
Melody’s Eye Candy
Plague Industry Props
Red Hourglass Creations
Plants by Laura
Shadowcat Jewelry
Terranova Treasures
The BowLady
Tori’s Critters
Uniques Handcrafted Jewelry
Whisto LLC
WHOONU
Wolfsheart
Zotia Gems
The program schedule is subject to change. Please check back for updates.
