The City of Summerville and Summerville Main Street have officially announced the date for the 2025 Mini Renaissance Festival: Saturday, October 11th, 2025. Set to transform the historic Summerville Depot into a vibrant world of medieval fantasy, the free event promises a day of immersive entertainment and excitement for all ages.

“Hear ye, hear ye! A Renaissance Call to Arms has been sounded!” declared organizers in a recent announcement. Attendees are invited to prepare for a “rollicking good time” and immerse themselves in “a world of chivalry, romance, and epic fun.” The festival aims to delight and amaze with its vibrant atmosphere and diverse offerings.

Guests can look forward to a full day packed with live entertainment, unique shopping opportunities featuring artisan crafts, captivating art displays, thrilling games, and a “feast fit for a King” with a variety of food vendors. Best of all, admission to this grand celebration is absolutely free, making it an accessible event for families and enthusiasts alike. Attendees are encouraged to come dressed in character to fully embrace the spirit of the age, or simply come to enjoy the spectacular sights and sounds.

As an additional, not-to-be-missed attraction, the festival will feature the grand arrival of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum Steam Engine. Visitors will have the unique opportunity to experience the working of the Summerville Turntable at 1 PM, a truly magnificent sight that organizers say “transports you back in time.”

For those interested in becoming a part of this incredible event as a vendor, inquiries can be directed via email to slocklear@summervillega.org for more information.

The City of Summerville and Summerville Main Street invite everyone to mark their calendars for October 11th, 2025, and prepare for an unforgettable experience that blends history, fantasy, and community spirit in the heart of Summerville.