Over the weekend of May 31 and June 1, the Maxville Fairgrounds hosted an immersive historical experience offered by Faires.ca, inviting visitors to step into the lives of 15th- and 16th-century subjects.

The Glengarry Renaissance Festival marked its return to the region after a successful 2024 edition, which drew more than 9,000 attendees.

This year’s festival featured unique vendors selling handcrafted trinkets, mead, and books.

Festival attendees dressed in garb of the era perusing vendor offerings. Photo: Philip Oddi.

Entertainment included simulated armed combat by Buhurt Demos, comedic performances by the Men in Tights and puppeteer Gabriel Q., and traditional jousting by the Knights of Valour, all set to the sound of traditional music drifting through the winding rows of vendor tents.

An educational Birds of Prey demonstration also captivated interested spectators.

Photos by Philip Oddi:

Attendees viewed the wide selection of handcrafted items available for purchase.
Fantasy author Richard H. Stephens and his works were available to bookworms.
Artisans mingled with festival attendees.
Two knights fought for love, valour, and honour.
The battle continued…
A couple of fair maidens wondering the grounds.
The Eyrie Birds of Prey Services held an informative demonstration with numerous birds of prey, including Gideon the Harris Hawk (on the right).
A stark warning for unattended children on the grounds and the dragon likely being referred to.