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10/13/2026

SHAKESPEARE LIVE! RENFEST Sword and Skills Class for Children and Challenge the Duelists
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Levitt Pavilion • Downtown Arlington
Festival Hours: Noon–6:00 PM
On the Levitt Lawn: Syndicate Academy of
Sword and Skill (Children's Class)
Ever wanted to wield a sword? Come join duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega as he demonstrates techniques and how to use the children's weapons of the Renaissance. De la Vega will not only teach you and your young ones the history of these techniques, but also how to defend and attack with them as well. This is a hands-on experience that is fun for all ages.
Challenge the Duelist
Have you ever wanted to fight your friends or challenge someone to a duel? All ages may come and challenge the duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega, or you may challenge your friends! Come and throw down the challenge and fight!
Syndicate Academy of Sword and Skill (Children Class)
Have you ever wanted to wield a sword? Come join the duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega as he demonstrates techniques and how to use weapons of the Renaissance. De la Vega will not only teach you and your young ones the history of these techniques, but also how to defend and attack with them as well. This is a hands-on experience that is fun for all ages.
1:00pm - 1:30 pm - Children's show
1:30- 2 pm - Dueling Ring
2:30- 3 pm - Children's show
3 pm- 3:30 pm - Dueling Ring

10/10/2026

SHAKESPEARE LIVE! RENFEST Sword and Skills Class for Children and Challenge the Duelists
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Levitt Pavilion • Downtown Arlington
Festival Hours: Noon–6:00 PM

On the Levitt Lawn: Syndicate Academy of
Sword and Skill (Children's Class)
Ever wanted to wield a sword? Come join duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega as he demonstrates techniques and how to use the children's weapons of the Renaissance. De la Vega will not only teach you and your young ones the history of these techniques, but also how to defend and attack with them as well. This is a hands-on experience that is fun for all ages.

Challenge the Duelist
Have you ever wanted to fight your friends or challenge someone to a duel? All ages may come and challenge the duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega, or you may challenge your friends! Come and throw down the challenge and fight!

Syndicate Academy of Sword and Skill (Children Class)
Have you ever wanted to wield a sword? Come join the duelist Francisco Alvarez de la Vega as he demonstrates techniques and how to use weapons of the Renaissance. De la Vega will not only teach you and your young ones the history of these techniques, but also how to defend and attack with them as well. This is a hands-on experience that is fun for all ages.

1:00pm - 1:30 pm - Children's show
1:30- 2 pm - Dueling Ring
2:30- 3 pm - Children's show
3 pm- 3:30 pm - Dueling Ring

10/08/2026

Shakespeare LIVE! Inaugural RenFest Brings Renaissance, Halloween and Macbeth to Downtown Arlington
ARLINGTON, Texas — A new Halloween tradition is coming to Downtown Arlington.
Shakespeare LIVE and Create Texas will present the inaugural Shakespeare LIVE! RenFest on Saturday, October 31, from noon to 6 p.m. at Levitt Pavilion in Downtown Arlington. Admission is free.
The family-friendly festival will combine the spirit of a traditional Renaissance faire with Halloween and Día de los Mu***os, creating an afternoon of art, theatre, music, costumes, food and entertainment.
Festivalgoers can explore an artisan marketplace featuring local and regional artists, food vendors, and makers selling original art, jewelry, ceramics, fiber arts, illustrations, sculpture, woodworking, and other handmade creations.
Strolling musicians, live sword fight demonstrations, and interactive vendors will enhance the Renaissance atmosphere throughout the afternoon. Costumes are encouraged, and guests are invited to come dressed as Renaissance royalty, knights, fairies, witches, Shakespearean characters, or anything their imaginations inspire.
And yes — there will be turkey legs.
The celebration continues after the RenFest when Shakespeare takes center stage. At 7 p.m., Macbeth will be performed at Levitt Pavilion, creating a fitting Halloween finale to the day.
EVENT DETAILS
Shakespeare LIVE! RenFest
Saturday, October 31, 2026
RenFest: Noon–6 p.m.
Macbeth: 7 p.m.
Levitt Pavilion | Downtown Arlington
FREE Admission

10/05/2026

https://www.createarlington.com/2026shakespearerenfaire?fbclid=IwZnRzaAUxAyNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mAWZkaWQWUPsE1Hv95wSQKSReXEiUeqDnPWdoqnNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR4RTPq8J8owRw7HIoqmI_BGmBUdgT3j5XczpJNta8DVVojuKd-fZmcoEHSuCA_aem_GBGL3vvPvhBQEYevra_sVw

2026 Shakespeare LIVE RenFest CALLING ALL ARTISTS, MAKERS & PERFORMERS!⚜️ Do you create art? Perform music, juggling, dance, storytelling, or other Renaissance-inspired entertainment? We'd love to have you at the inaugural Shakespeare RenFest! Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00–6:00 PM Levitt Pa...

10/05/2026

Call for Vendors and Food Trucks. We have a few vendor spaces that have opened up! Please check out the link below. Gonna be a great inaugural event. First Ren Fest in Arlington.

2026 Shakespeare LIVE RenFest CALLING ALL ARTISTS, MAKERS & PERFORMERS!⚜️ Do you create art? Perform music, juggling, dance, storytelling, or other Renaissance-inspired entertainment? We'd love to have you at the inaugural Shakespeare RenFest! Saturday, October 31, 2026 12:00–6:00 PM Levitt Pa...

10/03/2026

A New Shakespeare Tradition Is Coming to the Levitt!

Shakespeare LIVE and Create Texas are proud to present the inaugural Shakespeare LIVE! Ren Fest on Saturday, October 31, from Noon–6 PM at Levitt Pavilion in Downtown Arlington.

This FREE, family-friendly celebration will transform the heart of Downtown Arlington into a lively marketplace filled with artists, makers, performers, music, costumes, food, and Renaissance-inspired entertainment.

🎃 RENAISSANCE MEETS HALLOWEEN & DÍA DE LOS MU***OS

Because the Faire falls on Halloween, expect a creative collision of worlds!

Along with traditional Renaissance revelry, the celebration will embrace the imaginative spirit of Halloween and Día de los Mu***os, creating a colorful experience where history, theatre, art, fantasy, and culture come together.

Costumes are encouraged! Come as Renaissance royalty, a knight, a fairy, a witch, a Shakespearean character, or whatever your imagination inspires.

VENDORS, MAKERS & PERFORMERS

Wander through an artisan marketplace featuring local artists and creators offering original artwork and handcrafted treasures, including:

Jewelry • Ceramics • Fiber Arts • Illustrations • Sculpture • Woodworking • Original Art • Handmade Creations & More

Meet the artists, discover something unexpected, and support regional creatives and makers.

DON'T FORGET YOUR TURKEY LEG! 🍗

Throughout the afternoon, musicians, performers, and entertainers will bring the RENFEST to life, while guests of all ages are encouraged to dress up, explore, and become part of the experience.

🎭 AND THEN... MACBETH!

The Ren Faire festivities continue until 6 PM, but don't go home!

At 7 PM, Shakespeare takes center stage with a performance of Macbeth at Levitt Pavilion.

Spend Halloween afternoon exploring the Faire, then stay for one of Shakespeare's darkest and most legendary plays.

10/03/2026

A BIG thank you to Lions Clubs International, Arlington! 🎶
We’re incredibly grateful for supporting our festival as a Stage Sponsor!
Great festivals need great music—and great music is possible because of community partners who believe in supporting **local artists, musicians, and the arts.** 🎸🎤🎨
Thank you for helping us keep the music playing all day long!

10/03/2026

10/03/2026

A BIG thank you to Precision Press Printing & Graphics! 🎶

We’re incredibly grateful for supporting our festival as a Stage Sponsor!

Great festivals need great music—and great music is possible because of community partners who believe in supporting **local artists, musicians, and the arts.** 🎸🎤🎨

Thank you for helping us keep the music playing all day long!

10/02/2026

Hey Y'all. Are you ready for the RenFest? Read all about it at the link below. We have a vendor or musician announcement this week!
https://www.createarlington.com/campaigns/view-campaign/3pb7aRyu7EL0yz-Pj93WUa_6enn1qbD0gMxd201eewX0wRt4TUowuE7NEKRMqccw6NZ_SFGogne_OtgjMgPf0cbcrX-gLeHu