Performers & Edutainers
Oakenmist proudly presents our talented performers and educational entertainers! Please check the schedules for specific performance times.
The Hooligans
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Bawdy Stage
The Hooligans are an Irish band with a heavy emphasis on the "-ish", known as much for their shenanigans and tomfoolery as they are for their tight harmonies and fast tempos.
Chaste Treasure
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Bawdy Stage
Truly a treasure, but Questionably Chaste, this trio of upper class ladies brings you sass thru song.
Chaste Treasure
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Bawdy Stage
Truly a treasure, but Questionably Chaste, this trio of upper class ladies brings you sass thru song.
HoCo Pirate Adventures
Every month, a roughly 1-mile path somewhere in Howard County, Maryland transforms into a trail of clues left by Captain Evie and First Mate Sawyer and leads to adventure and treasure for kids of all ages!
We are partnering with the Oakenmist Renaissance Faire for a smaller and free version of our monthly Pirate Treasure Hunt!
Sugar Sirens
Need info from Montara
The Ogre Trading Post
All Weekend - Squire's Area
The Ogre family and their trading post pop up at festivals whenever possible to trade things - jokes, trinkets, funny faces, scary stories and more!
Hebrew Hammer
Just outside the main entrance
Daniel has been a blacksmith for nearly 10 years, and is now the primary blacksmith at The Blacksmith at Trenton, a forge that's been in business for almost 200 years, using techniques that are hundreds of years old.
Avian Encounters & Dragon Wings
At the back of the Marketplace
Avian Encounters specializes in interactive close-up experiences with birds of prey, including supervision, holding opportunities and professional photo moments with falcons, owls, ravens, and crows. We are federally and state licensed, and our team is experienced in providing safe and educational programming for patrons of all ages!
Sean, The Whipsy Rover
Demonstrations & Teaching Sessions
Saturday & Sunday at the Whip Arena
Sean, The Whipsy Rover, travels the land teaching the art of the whip to one and all, young and old. Come on by, learn to crack a whip, and maybe leave with a whip of your own to keep practicing. The lessons are free, the experience is priceless!!!
Sling Demonstration
Demonstrations & Teaching Sessions
Saturday & Sunday at the Sling Arena
Joe has been slinging for about 7 years. He's competed in slinging competitions in the US and in Spain (Ibiza) and has a YouTube Channel dedicated to slinging. Visit Joe to learn what a sling is, how they're made, how they're used, and even try some slinging yourself!
Julia Marks
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Proper Stage
Need blurb from Julia
Baltimore Krampus
Just inside the main entrance
get info from Krampus...
Michelle Mountain
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Proper Stage
Michele's forte is in traditional Celtic and Irish folk music, as well as religious music. Her warm and evocative voice is a strong accompaniment to the tasteful arrangements and precise patterns of her instrument, and betrays the same joy in performance. You are in for a wonderful treat anytime Michele performs! Stop by and stay a while!
Maugorn the Stray
Performing Saturday and Sunday at the Proper Stage
Maugorn The Stray here. You may recognise me from Pennsic; busking in the market, singing for my supper at Beast & Boar, playing for dancers into the night, or serenading folks in other reputable or disreputable venues.
Amtgard
Demonstrating All Day Sunday
You, too, can participate in the foam-boffer and magical-based combat!
The Black Knights
Saturday & Sunday, Around the Faire
We are the Black Knights, edutainers extraordinaire! We normally can be found at other Renaissance festivals walking around and performing for Faire-goers. We do weapons demonstrations and love taking pictures, so don't be afraid to ask for one even if we appear to be taking a break. Can't wait to see everyone at Oakenmist!
Zephyr Dreaming
Broommaking Demonstrations Saturday & Sunday
Zephyr Dreaming combines a love of the natural world with the crafting traditions of olde to create unique, handmade brooms and other original artworks. We love honoring the forgotten things and giving them new life. Stop by Saturday or Sunday for demos on broom making using traditional and diverse materials.
Baltimore Academy of Defence
Demonstrating All Day Saturday
For going on two decades, The Baltimore Academy of Defence has been dedicated to promoting realistic self-defense, traditional Chinese martial arts, and the historical sword arts of the United States of America and the British Isles (HEMA). We provide instruction of the highest quality in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment.
The Society for Creative Anachronism
SCA, Barony of Bright Hills
Demonstrations & Teaching All Day Saturday
La Compagnie du Griffon Doré
To the right as you enter the main entrance
Step back in time with the Compagnie du Griffon d’Or, a fellowship of history lovers, reenactors, and friends who bring the 14th century to life! Based in the Historic Highlands of West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, and Pennsylvania, our company portrays the world of knights, nobles, and common folk during the age of the Hundred Years’ War and the Auld Alliance between France and Scotland.
Maryland Kunst des Fechtens
In the arena space all day Sunday
Maryland Training in Historical Swordsmanship (MyTHS)
In the arena space all day Sunday
We thank you for your support!