Summer in Wisconsin means the return of fan favorite, Bristol Renaissance Faire, which brings visitors from all over the country. Started in 1972, the Faire has grown to a nine weekend celebration with over 200,000 attendees annually.
The Faire offers award winning comedy shows, delicious food and unique vendors you won’t find anywhere else. Each year new vendors bring their products to Bristol and become part of the Faire family. Below are new vendors for the 2026 season. Locations in the Faire grounds subject to change.
BEES AND TEAS
Location: Shoplatch Lane between The Rabbit Hero and Serendipity
Dates: All Season
What began as a local apiary in Boston has turned into an ever growing honey and tea company. With a focus on conservation and ethical sourcing, Bees and Teas shares their love of pollinators with traditional and a variety of flavored honey including apple cinnamon, raspberry lemon and blueberry.
CMESSER CERAMICS
Location: Farnham Way between Ophelia’s & Opal Moon
Dates: All Season
Based out of California, this woman-owned business creates handcrafted ceramic pottery. Based on fantasy and nature, these unique items are safe for everyday use, including in the dishwasher and microwave.
MAGICAL MARBLING (OWNERS OF ARTE OF THE BOOKE)
Location: Trader’s Wharf near pirate ship
Dates: July 5 – 20
Arte of the Booke is a staple of the Faire, with a brick and mortar shop, but this season they will be offering a unique opportunity to learn how paper, silk, fans and other items are marbled. Each item is one-of-a-kind and only available for purchase at on-site events.
MANDERWOOD CUSTOM RINGS
Location: 438 Shakespeare’s Meadow, E
Dates: All Season
Inspired by the north woods of Minnesota and their own custom wedding rings, Manderwood creates unique rings for all occasions. With rings available for purchase, you can also design your own ring based on samples, pictures and your own ideas. A ring from Manderwood is sure to be a beautiful addition to your Faire costume!
OH MY GOURD! (WATER BOTTLES)
Location: The Buttery near Pig n’ Whistle
Dates: All Season
Looking for a fun way to stay hydrated at the Faire? Check out Oh My Gourd!, where you can purchase a water bottle made from a gourd. With a variety of prints and designs, people will surely be asking you where they can get one!
PHAT DRAGON
Location: Farnham Way between Swendsen Wood Shoppe & Oddity Monger
Dates: All Season
The Faire is more than just Renaissance, it is Vikings, Steampunk and more. Harken back to the land’s Viking roots with your very own drinking horn, perfect for beer, mead and other drinks sold throughout the venue. Don’t forget to tip, huzzah!
PIED PIPER FLUTES
Location: Trader’s Wharf across from The Mud Show
Dates: All Season
Based out of Florida, Pied Piper Flutes grows their own bamboo, which they then turn into handmade flutes. Their flutes come in all keys and have a beautiful carrying case to keep your new instrument safe.
SORCERER SUPPLIES
Location: Trader’s Wharf near pirate ship
Dates: July 26 – Aug 10
Small business owner, Logan Moris, creates magical wands from wood using tools such as scroll saws, belt sanders and hand rotary tools. A graduate of Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design, their wands are crafted to be unique and high quality, as well as a work of art in its own right.
COPPER CHICKEN
Location: 428 Shakespeare’s Meadow, E
Dates: All Season
What began as imaginative play with her children on a farm in Wisconsin, Nichole has grown Copper Chicken into a business of handsewn creations for all ages. From small pocket mice to goblins and fairy tale creatures, Copper Chicken will allow you to bring the whimsy of the Faire home.