Midgard at the Mill: A Viking Invasion
📅 Saturday, November 7, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Hagood Mill Historic Site
🎟️ $10 (ages 13+) | $5 (ages 4–12) | Free (3 and under)

The battle horns are sounding — are you ready? The Upstate Renaissance Faire’s annual Viking Fest returns to Hagood Mill, and it’s packed:

• Live Combat & Dueling — Witness fierce warriors clash in thrilling battles. Join them if you dare.
• Axe & Spear Throwing Contests — Test your skills and channel your inner berserker!
• Beowulf Live Performance — Be swept away by the epic saga, told through live theatre including puppets.
• Viking Market — Browse handcrafted goods, weaponry, jewelry, and treasures from artisan vendors.
• Living History Encampments — Explore Viking camps and meet the warriors, crafters, and storytellers.
• Feasts & Mead Halls — Indulge in hearty Viking fare and raise a horn to the gods!
• Dancing & Music — Join the revelry with music, dance, and celebration around the fire.
• Burn the Viking ship on the fire, and so much more!

Whether you’re a shieldmaiden, a skald, or a jarl in spirit, there’s something for everyone. Costumes are encouraged — come dressed in your finest furs and chainmail!

Valhalla awaits — will you answer the call?

Presented by the Upstate Renaissance Faire. Tickets are sold through Eventeny: Get tickets