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Nissa the Gnome

by hatfield13updated on May 16, 2026May 16, 2026

*Last two weekends only*

An All-Ages Gnome Variety Act Offering Unscripted Improvisational Stories, Ring Toss Fun, Kazipes Performance, Enchanting Christmas Gnome Experiences, and More!

https://www.nissathegnome.com

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DATES:

June 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
of 2026
11 am-8 pm
Saturdays and Sundays only!

PRICING:

Adults: $25
Seniors/Students: $18
Children 6-12: $12
Under 6: FREE!

BUY NOW!

LODGING

Greenbrier Chamber of Commerce lists all available lodging options.

Music

The Shady Ladies

June 6-7 and June 27-28 only



The Shady Ladies are an all-female music ensemble specializing in 3 and 4 part harmoniessupported by strings, percussion, some quick wit and a lot of glitter.
Kinnfolk

Irish traditional tunes and Celtic folk songs, tied together withplenty of on-stage banter. Audiences are encouraged to sing along withsea shanties or stand up and tap their toes!KINNFOLK – the husband and wife…
Carnival of Sound

Carnival of Sound is a celebration of world music and dance in one immersive festival experience.
Cu Dubh
Dark original compositions played on the Highland Bagpipes and a barrage of primal drums from around the world.

*Special guest on Celtic Crossing weekend only (June 7-8)*
Randal Piper — Tenacious DnD
Join your favorite dwarven bard on a unique and brand-new musical
adventure! Tapping into the musical mind of Chaos, he'll create never
before heard critical hits right in front of your…
Marco and the Echo Folk

Marco and the Echo Folk is a performance fit for all ages that blendsmusical technology and theatrical storytelling.
sämäs
The earth speaks and sämäs listens. Inspired by ancient magic and
elemental spirits, brought to you by the creator of Valkyrik and Sirena,
sämäs combines vocal harmonies, rhythmic dancing, and primal…
Cast in Bronze
The haunting sound of Cast in Bronze is like no other experience in the world. Carillonneur, Charlie, plays songs of yesterday, today, and tomorrow on the giant set of bells.

 
Magnus & Maggie
Magnus & Maggie bring you a musical timescape from their travels in the Scottish Isles (and lives of established musical academia) along with an arsenal of historic instruments and preposterous tales…
Boom Boom Shake
Modern music, ancient vibe, world music and dance.
Rambling Sailors
Jenkins & Rosie have been traveling the country singing sea songs and shanties together for over 15 years. With harmonies that please the ear and tunes that lift the spirit, Rambling Sailors will…
Patrick O'Flaherty

Raised in Galway’s Gaeltacht on the rugged west coast of Ireland, Patrick is part of a select group of people whose native language is Gaelic. With a professional music career that has spanned over…
Sybling Ryvalrie

A humorous and fast paced romp through Irish and Scottish fiddle tunes played by four siblings ages 10-16! The show features Irish dance, fiddle, mandolin, guitar and bodhran plus vocals and crazy fiddle…
Gypsy Guerrilla Band

It's not an invasion, it's a celebration of international music! Our "Hit and Run Music" will unify, entertain, and fire up peoples' imaginations!
Paddy Kerry
Irish music.
Directions to the WV Renfesr

DATES:

June 6-7, 13-14, 20-21, 27-28
of 2026
11 am-8 pm
Saturdays and Sundays only!

PRICING:

Adults: $25
Seniors/Students: $18
Children 6-12: $12
Under 6: FREE!

BUY NOW!

Acts

The Duelists

A dazzling display of comedy and swordfighting brilliance!
Jousting Knights and Steeds

America's longest running theatrical jousting show! Shows thrice daily:



12:00 Act I Joust a Plaisance3:00 Act II Joust of Combat5:30 Act III Joust to the Death
Adamo Ignis

*Only here for the last two weekends*



Adamo Ignis means 'to love flame', exactly what you'll do when you see the hot stunts in this show! Throughout time, human beings have been drawn to fire. Adamo Ignis…
The Washing Well Wenches

The Washing Well Wenches are the funniest pair of “ladies” you’ll ever meet! Part vaudeville, part sketch comedy, full-on entertaining, the Washing Well Wenches make interactive theater fun for…
Knightwings

Shows on June 13, 14, 20, 21, 27 and 28



Knightwings is a traveling presentation of birds of prey, presented by master falconer Ash Cary.
Theatre of Fools

Theatre of Fools returns to the West Virginia Renaissance Festival 2023 with their Wacky Chicken Show.



 Cluck'n hilarious!!!
Hey Nunnie Nunnie!

From the minds of Shannon O'Brien and Dana McCain come the madcap antics of Hey, Nunnie Nunnie! Since 1994, the silly sisters of sin and song have captivated and charmed audiences across the United…
Armored Bard

The Armoured Bard is a walking, singing, pun slinging minstrel with an accordion or guitar in hand and a joke up his sleeve!Deftly he weaves together lively tunes, clever wordplay, and a hearty dose of Renaissance…
Mermaid Lyn-Eliz

Come meet the rare and captivating eurahayline mermaid: Lyn-Eliz - and her faithful pirate, Mad-Eye! Born of freshwater and sea, this mermaid has traveled far and wide collecting treasure and stories…
Circus Stella

Circus Stella presents a family friendly comedy show with balancing acts, juggling, volunteer opportunities and performing dogs.



YAY DOGS!
Aluma, the Littlest Dragon

Aluma, the Littlest Dragon, has stories to tell you, but watch out forher flames!
Gravity Check

Everything from balls, clubs, Chinese yo-yos and fire! You won’t seejuggling like this every day. Between their hilarious banter and comedy,two of the best at what they do come together to make something…
Ludwic and Lulu

A marionette show accompanied by organ grinder and concertina music.
Nissa the Gnome

*Last two weekends only*



An All-Ages Gnome Variety Act Offering Unscripted Improvisational Stories, Ring Toss Fun, Kazipes Performance, Enchanting Christmas Gnome Experiences, and More!



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Mort the Mage
Mordecai Galand, aka Mort the Mage, dispensing Wizardly Wisdom
throughout the Shire.
The Dangerously Stupid Show

Limited Engagement! June 6 and 7 only! On the Falconry Stage.



Ripped from the pages of Ripley's Believe It or Not!, multiple Guinness World Record holder Dash Rippington invites all Friends…
Aerial Alanna
Aerial Alanna has been performing stunning aerial acts since 2010. Come
watch Alanna perform on Aerial Hoop, Sling and Moon! She spins and
flies above the ground, performing acts of flexibility and strength…
Fakespeare
Fakespeare performs the Bard's work like you've never seen it before! This award winning vaudevillian comedian condenses some of Shakespeare's best loved tragedies, energetically illustrating all the key points,…
Digger Plotz

When he's not digging graves or walking about, you can join Digger at Faire Harbor as he breaks out his shovel guitar and sings a few humorously dark tunes about Life/Death and all the creepy things in …
Statue Comedius de Marbleous

There are many Living Statues, but there is only one Lively Statue and his name is Comedius de Marbleous. Keep an eye out for this Living Marble Marvel. He has an aversion to pigeons, but…
Pyppin Oakshire

Pyppin Oakshire is a curious fairy who is very excited to visit the land of the real. They love to set up their wishing tree to encourage everyone to make wishes and believe in magic.
The Knotty Nauticals

Join this dashing duo, Pirate Shantyman and Bonnie Lass, in a non stop fun and crowd interactive comedy show! Filled with amazing stunts featuring fire eating, rope walking, juggling, fire spinning…
Onias the Mage
Onias the Mage is a festival entertainer for all ages! The laughs are a mile a minute when Onias graces the stage.

 
The Poop Show

Join Franklin of Fertilizer, third generation Dung Farmer and ExcrementExpert Extraordinaire for 30 minutes of renaissance fair entertainmentand hilarity around everyone's favorite taboo: POOP!



The Poop…
The Green Man

A giant walking tree with a face. What else do you need to know?
Accidental Acrobats

Our acrobatic comedy duo will flip their way into your hearts with a spectacle of super-human stunts and "punderful" antics!
The Nature of Mercy

The “NATURE OF MERCY” is a highly energetic and interactive sword fighting comedy show that teaches children the power of honor and compassion.
*Leashed pets are welcome with written proof of up to date vaccinations.

The West Virginia Renaissance bans firearms on the premises. All prop weapons must be peacetied.

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