Rio Renaissance Faire

06/06/2026

Thank ye for a most joyous evening at thine Gallipolis First Friday! Our queen and her court were most pleased to share some mirth, merriment, bubbles, and pickles!

06/04/2026

Step into a world of wonder at First Friday!

The magic of the Rio Renaissance Faire is coming to downtown at the Gallia County Convention & Visitors Bureau (Visit Gallia) with a spectacular Bubble Fairy performance!

Watch in amazement as shimmering bubbles float through the streets, magical bubble tricks delight children and adults alike, and a whimsical fairy brings a little enchantment to your First Friday evening.

Be sure to stop by, snap some photos, and experience this unforgettable performance while getting a sneak peek of the magic coming to the Rio Ren Faire this year!

05/18/2026

Merchant/entertainment invoices have gone out! 15 spaces remain! Apply now at https://www.finalbosscon.com/riorenaissancefaire

03/18/2026

Merchant Applications Are Now Open for the Rio Renaissance Faire! ⚔️🏰
Hear ye, hear ye! The Rio Renaissance Faire is now accepting merchant applications for this year’s event in Rio Grande, Ohio — and we’re looking for quality vendors ready to bring the marketplace to life.
We are seeking merchants who specialize in handmade, artisan-crafted goods that fit the Renaissance/medieval time period as well as the fantasy realm!
Ideal goods include:
🗡️ Blacksmithing & forged items
🕯️ Hand-poured candles
🧼 Handmade soaps & herbal goods
👑 Flower crowns & period headpieces
📜 Leather goods (belts, pouches, armor pieces)
🧶 Fiber arts, weaving, and hand-sewn garments
📿 Beaded jewelry & metalwork
🍯 Local honey, jams, and cottage-style foods
🏺 Pottery & woodcraft
🎭 Masks & theatrical accessories
If your booth looks like it belongs in a 16th-century village marketplace, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.
24 vendor spots remain, 1 food truck, and 2 activities. Our goal is to curate carefully to keep the Faire immersive and high-quality. Apply today and join us in creating an unforgettable experience for our guests!
https://www.finalbosscon.com/riorenaissancefaire

03/14/2026

02/17/2026

Merchant Applications Are Now Open for the Rio Renaissance Faire! ⚔️🏰
Hear ye, hear ye! The Rio Renaissance Faire is now accepting merchant applications for this year’s event in Rio Grande, Ohio — and we’re looking for quality vendors ready to bring the marketplace to life.
We are seeking merchants who specialize in handmade, artisan-crafted goods that fit the Renaissance/medieval time period as well as the fantasy realm!
Ideal goods include:
🗡️ Blacksmithing & forged items
🕯️ Hand-poured candles
🧼 Handmade soaps & herbal goods
👑 Flower crowns & period headpieces
📜 Leather goods (belts, pouches, armor pieces)
🧶 Fiber arts, weaving, and hand-sewn garments
📿 Beaded jewelry & metalwork
🍯 Local honey, jams, and cottage-style foods
🏺 Pottery & woodcraft
🎭 Masks & theatrical accessories
If your booth looks like it belongs in a 16th-century village marketplace, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.
Spots are limited, and we curate carefully to keep the Faire immersive and high-quality. Apply today and join us in creating an unforgettable experience for our guests!
https://www.finalbosscon.com/riorenaissancefaire

02/14/2026

Merchant Applications Are Now Open for the Rio Renaissance Faire! ⚔️🏰

Hear ye, hear ye! The Rio Renaissance Faire is now accepting merchant applications for this year’s event in Rio Grande, Ohio — and we’re looking for quality vendors ready to bring the marketplace to life.

We are seeking merchants who specialize in handmade, artisan-crafted goods that fit the Renaissance/medieval time period as well as the fantasy realm!

Ideal goods include:
🗡️ Blacksmithing & forged items
🕯️ Hand-poured candles
🧼 Handmade soaps & herbal goods
👑 Flower crowns & period headpieces
📜 Leather goods (belts, pouches, armor pieces)
🧶 Fiber arts, weaving, crochet, and hand-sewn garments
📿 Beaded jewelry & metalwork
🍯 Local honey, jams, and cottage-style foods
🏺 Pottery & woodcraft
🎭 Masks & theatrical accessories

If your booth looks like it belongs in a 16th-century village marketplace, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.

Spots are limited, and we curate carefully to keep the Faire immersive and high-quality. Apply today and join us in creating an unforgettable experience for our guests!

https://www.finalbosscon.com/riorenaissancefaire

01/28/2026

Mark thy scrolls! Thee anticipated date for thy 3rd Rio Renaissance Faire shall be September 12th, 2026 in Rio Grande, Ohio!

Love Day shall be the Day we open for applications!

Thy Lords and Lady are awaiting the final contract to seal the event. However, thy are most confident there shall be no issues.

01/13/2026

Hark, good Lords, Ladies, and Fae of the Realm! If thou shall wish to offer aid of a few coins to finance our journey back to the Nerddom for the year of twenty-twenty-six, our patronage would be made most humble! Not only shall the faire be supported, but the legendary Final Boss Con shall also reap the benefits of your aid!

10/18/2025

Huzzah!