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RV rental for Sherwood Forest Faire: Camp Beneath the Oaks and Wake Up in Robin Hood's Texas Kingdom
Hear the thunder of jousting hooves, the cry of a falcon, and the laughter of a whole village in costume. Sherwood Forest Faire turns the woods of McDade, Texas into a medieval realm every spring weekend. Roll in with an RV, claim a shady spot in the Faire campground, and stay for the feasts, fire shows, and fireside nights that day-trippers never get to see.
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John14 trips - Joined Feb 2025
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We had a great stay in John’s RV! Everything was just as described. The RV was spacious, easy to tow and fun for the kids! John was easy to communicate with, thorough in explaining all about the RV and helpful answering all of our questions. It was a pleasure to rent from John and we will definitely rent from him again!
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We had a very good time! Gloria was responsive and helpful. The RV was very nice. We had some minor issues with the propane and they came out to our campsite to get it fixed. Highly recommend renting with them!
Madeleine P. - Jun 2024
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RV camping near Sherwood Forest Faire Grounds
Sherwood Forest Faire opens its castle gates on weekends from early March through late April, with an extra Friday added during Spring Break, and runs from 10 am until dusk, rain or shine. Spread across wooded grounds in McDade, about 35 miles east of Austin, the faire packs more than 150 shows a day into its lanes, from full-contact jousting and falconry to swordplay, fire juggling, a castle siege, and live Celtic and folk bands. More than 170 artisans fill the village with leatherwork, jewelry, glassblowing, and blacksmithing demonstrations, while pubs pour mead and ale beside turkey legs and hearty medieval fare. Central Texas spring weather is usually warm and pleasant, though mornings can be cool and quick rainstorms roll through, so layers and sturdy shoes are your best friends.
Beyond the gates, Bastrop County rewards a longer stay with the Lost Pines forest, Bastrop State Park, and the historic downtowns of Bastrop and Elgin, and Austin is an easy day trip away. Hotels near McDade are limited and fill quickly on faire weekends, which is exactly why an RV makes so much sense here. The faire runs its own campground right beside the grounds with room for large RVs and travel trailers, water stations, hot showers, and a short walk to the gate, so you skip the morning traffic and parking lines entirely. With your own bed, kitchen, and bathroom on board, you can rest between shows, cook a real breakfast, and change out of armor in comfort. Best of all, the campground has a famously friendly community of costumed campers, and the fireside camaraderie after the gates close is half the magic of a Sherwood weekend.
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Sherwood Forest Faire Grounds, TX, US
Most RV travelers reach McDade on US Highway 290, which runs straight east from Austin toward Houston and passes right by the faire. Coming from Austin, drive about 35 miles east on US 290, then watch for Old Potato Road; overnight campers continue about one more mile east to the campground gate, which sits back from the highway between two large billboards. From Houston, head west on US 290 for roughly 120 miles and look for the Highway 21 overpass, since the campground entrance is about one mile west of it on the same side of the highway. Day visitors use the separate parking lot off Old Highway 20, reached by turning onto Old Potato Road and then right onto Old Highway 20. Rural GPS signals can send drivers miles off course, so rely on these highway landmarks, slow down as you approach, and remember that campground gates open at noon on Friday (Thursday on Spring Break weekends) with no queuing on the highway before then. Arrive early on opening, Spring Break, and closing weekends, because the RV and trailer spots in the general camping area fill fast.
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Frequently asked questions about renting an RV for Sherwood Forest Faire
When does Sherwood Forest Faire take place, and how long is the season?
Good news: you have a whole season to plan around, not just one weekend. Sherwood Forest Faire runs every Saturday and Sunday from early March through late April, plus one bonus Friday during Spring Break, from 10 am until dusk, rain or shine. That gives you roughly eight weekends to choose from, so you can pick the one that best fits your RV rental and road trip. The official site posts each season's calendar well ahead of opening day. Pro tip: the quieter mid-season weekends often mean more breathing room in the campground and shorter lines at the jousting arena.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/How do I buy admission for Sherwood Forest Faire, and do I need to pick a date?
You can relax about timing, because Sherwood Forest Faire admission is not date-specific. A single admission is valid on any open day of the current season, so if the weather shifts or your RV pickup changes, your plans still work. Purchase admission through the official Sherwood Forest Faire website, where early bird pricing is typically offered before the season opens, along with Season Pass and Friends of Faire options for repeat visitors. If you are camping, note that campers pay a separate camping fee and online camping purchases are discounted. Buy early, then spend your energy planning costumes instead.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/How do I drive an RV to Sherwood Forest Faire and where do I park?
Getting there is refreshingly simple: the faire sits just off US Highway 290, about 35 miles east of Austin and roughly 120 miles west of Houston. If you are camping, skip the day-tripper lot and head to the campground gate on US 290, set back between two large billboards about one mile east of Old Potato Road and one mile west of the Highway 21 overpass. Day visitors turn onto Old Potato Road, then right onto Old Highway 20 to reach the parking lot. Rural GPS can be unreliable here, so trust those landmarks and slow down as you approach the billboards.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/contactWhat can I expect to see and do at Sherwood Forest Faire?
Prepare to be busy in the best way. Sherwood Forest Faire stages more than 150 shows a day across its wooded grounds, including full-contact jousting, falconry, swordplay, archery, knife throwing, fire juggling, comedy, theater, and a dramatic castle siege. Over ten live bands keep Celtic and folk music drifting through the lanes, and more than 170 artisans demonstrate crafts like glassblowing and blacksmithing. Many performances follow a Robin Hood storyline that changes every year, so returning visitors always find something new. Grab a show schedule at the gate and plan your day around the joust, which is the heartbeat of the faire.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sherwood_Forest_FaireWhat is the weather like at Sherwood Forest Faire and what should I bring?
Spring in Central Texas is usually a delight, with warm afternoons and cooler mornings that are perfect for wandering in costume. The faire runs rain or shine, so pack a light rain layer, sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable, broken-in shoes for the dirt and gravel paths. Costumes are encouraged but never required, and plenty of visitors mix a cloak or crown with everyday clothes. For RV campers, bring a raised fire pit with a mesh screen, a fire extinguisher, and a fresh water hose for filling your tanks. Having your RV close by means a dry change of clothes is always a short walk away.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/home-with-faqs-7MOA7Is Sherwood Forest Faire family-friendly?
Absolutely, Sherwood Forest Faire welcomes all ages, and kids tend to treat the whole place like a giant storybook. Many artisan booths offer hands-on activities, and the schedule includes shows designed specifically for children alongside acts aimed at adults. A few performances are intended for mature audiences, so glance at the show listings when planning your family's day. In the campground, children under six camp free, and there is a dedicated quiet camping area that suits families with early bedtimes. Pro tip: let the kids pick one must-see show each day, like the falconry demonstration, and build the rest of your adventure around it.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/campingWhat food and drink are available at Sherwood Forest Faire?
You will not go hungry in Sherwood. The faire's food and beverage vendors serve hearty medieval-style fare, vegetarian options, and classic faire treats, while the pubs pour mead, ale, and wine for guests 21 and over, including special beer and wine tasting events. Outside food and drinks are generally not allowed inside the faire gates, with exceptions typically made for medical needs and infant care. That is where your RV shines: cook breakfast in your own kitchen, enjoy a relaxed dinner back at camp, and save your faire budget for a turkey leg and a mug of mead. For something extra special, look into the Falconer's Feast medieval dinner.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/home-with-faqs-7MOA7Are all RV types allowed at the Sherwood Forest Faire campground?
Yes, and that is great news for renters. The Sherwood Forest Faire campground welcomes RVs and travel trailers, and the official camping page notes there is enough turning radius for large RVs, so motorhomes, fifth wheels, and trailers all have a place. RV and trailer spots are in the General camping area and are first-come, first-served. Keep in mind the campground is primitive, with no electrical hookups and no dump station, so choose a rental with solid fresh and holding tank capacity, and plan for battery or generator power. Generators are not allowed after 10 pm in the Quiet camping area, except for medical needs like CPAP machines.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/campingCan I have an RV delivered to Sherwood Forest Faire?
Very likely, yes. RVezy has a strong network of hosts in the Bastrop and Austin area, and many of them offer delivery to campgrounds and approved locations near McDade, Texas. To see current options, search RVezy for McDade, Texas with delivery enabled, then widen your search to Bastrop or Austin for even more choices. Because the faire campground is first-come, first-served with no reservations for regular campers, confirm with your host that they can deliver to the campground gate on US 290 on a Friday after noon. Having the RV set up for you means you can arrive ready to unwind and head straight for the joust.
rvezy.com/rv-search?SearchAddress=McDade, Texas&DeliveryWhat is camping like at Sherwood Forest Faire?
Camping is where Sherwood Forest Faire truly comes alive. The campground sits right beside the grounds, opens at noon on Friday (Thursday on Spring Break weekends), and stays open until noon Monday. You will find port-a-johns throughout, hot showers near the gate to the faire, water stations for filling tanks, and dumpsters for household trash. Campers choose from Quiet, General, and Clan areas, each with its own quiet hours, so you can pick a peaceful night or a lively fireside scene. For grey and black water pump-down, the faire refers campers to a local service. Pro tip: bring a chainsaw, because fallen trees on site provide free firewood.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/campingWhere can I stay near Sherwood Forest Faire if I am not camping on site?
You have solid options within a short drive. The towns of Bastrop and Elgin sit nearby with hotels, and the faire's website mentions hotel discounts and even overnight stays in the castle for something truly memorable. For RV travelers who want full hookups, the Bastrop area has RV parks and campgrounds, including Bastrop State Park in the Lost Pines, roughly a half-hour drive from the faire. Rooms near McDade can be scarce on faire weekends, so book early or keep your RV as your home base. Staying in Bastrop also puts you close to the riverwalk and historic downtown for a relaxing Sunday evening.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/Is Sherwood Forest Faire accessible for guests with mobility needs?
Guests of all abilities come to enjoy Sherwood Forest Faire, and the team is easy to reach for planning help. The grounds are set in a natural wooded area with dirt and gravel paths, so it helps to know your plan before you arrive. Call the faire at 512-222-6680 or email [email protected] to ask about accessible parking, mobility devices, and the best routes to the main stages. In the campground, generators are allowed after quiet hours for medical needs such as CPAP machines. An RV can also be a big comfort here, giving you a private bathroom and a cool place to rest between shows.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/contactWhat tips should first-time visitors with an RV know about Sherwood Forest Faire?
Welcome to the realm, you are going to love it. First, arrive on Friday afternoon after the campground opens at noon, since RV spots fill fast on opening, Spring Break, and closing weekends. Second, arrive with full fresh water tanks and empty holding tanks, because the campground has no hookups or dump station. Third, trust the US 290 landmarks over your GPS, which can lead you astray in this rural area. Once inside, pick up a show schedule, catch the joust early, and save time for the artisan lanes. Finally, stick around after dark: the campground fireside culture is one of the faire's best-kept secrets.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/campingWhat are the rules and safety tips at Sherwood Forest Faire?
The rules at Sherwood Forest Faire keep the realm fun and friendly for everyone. Peace-tied costume weapons are typically welcome, but live steel and functional firearms are prohibited, and pets are not allowed inside the faire, though leashed pets are welcome in the campground. In camp, fires must be in raised pits with mesh screens, fireworks and illegal drugs are banned, and the faire enforces a one strike rule for belligerent behavior. Wear your camping wristband for your entire stay. Nature is part of the charm, so watch for poison ivy and snakes near brush and the pond. Follow these simple rules and you will feel right at home.
sherwoodforestfaire.com/campingHow does RVezy support me when renting an RV for Sherwood Forest Faire?
You can rent with confidence for your Sherwood Forest Faire weekend, because RVezy has your back from booking to drop-off. Every booking includes access to RVezy's customer support team, and protection plans and roadside assistance options help cover you if something unexpected happens on the road to McDade. The RVezy mobile apps let you message your host, manage your booking, and keep trip details handy right from your phone, which is useful in a rural campground. If questions come up about insurance, deposits, or what to do after an incident, the RVezy Help Center walks you through each step. That leaves you free to focus on jousts and mead.
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