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Welcome to the
Edson Renaissance Faire

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To maintain a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests, performers, and vendors, the following policy applies to any real or replica weapons brought onto faire grounds:

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🛡️3D or prop weapons are allowed--but they must follow strict saftey guidelines to keep the atmosphere immersive and secure.

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✅What's typically allowed

Foam, plastic, and wood props (e.g. swords, axes, bows) are usually permitted. If you are planning to bring a 3D-printed weapon, make sure:

• It's clearly a non-functional prop

• It's peace-tied or zip-tied to your costume

• You're ready to have it inspected at the gate

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​​​🔗 Peace-Tied Requirement

All real weapons (including but not limited to swords, daggers, axes, spears, and similar items) must be peace-tied at all times while on site. This applies to both attendees and participants.

• Peace-tying means the weapon is secured in its sheath or holster with a visible tie (such as leather, cord, or zip-tie) that prevents it from being drawn.

• Weapons must remain sheathed and may not be unsheathed, brandished, or handled in a threatening or theatrical manner unless part of an approved performance.

🚫 Prohibited Items

• Live steel (sharpened blades) is prohibited unless you are a registered performer or vendor, and the item is part of a scheduled demonstration or securely displayed for sale.

• No functional firearms or projectile weapons are allowed under any circumstances.

• Bows may be carried if unstrung or strung without arrows; arrows must be tied together or secured in a quiver with points covered.

✅ Performer & Vendor Exceptions

If your act or demonstration involves functional weapons, it must be pre-approved by the Faire organizers. Safety protocols and performance times must be submitted in advance. Vendors selling weapons must ensure all items displayed are secured and sold items are peace-tied before leaving the booth.

🔍 Enforcement

Security or Faire staff will inspect weapons at the gate and throughout the event. Anyone failing to comply with this policy may be asked to peace-tie their weapon or remove it from site. Repeat offenses may result in ejection from the faire grounds.

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Thank you for helping us keep the Edson Renaissance Faire safe and magical for all!