NOV: 2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17,
23, 24, 29, 30 DEC: 1, 7 & 8
(Rain or Shine)
9:45 AM to 5:00 PM
The Best Field
Trip in History!
Parents can Purchase admission tickets upon arrival.
Your school is invited to participate in our Annual Student Days program at the Louisiana Renaissance Festival! For three specific weekdays, we showcase the unique educational aspect of our faire which is geared especially toward K-12 students and their teachers.
Each of our Student Days is open only to students, their teachers, and staff. We are not open to the general public for our Student Days.
2024 Student Days Dates:
Nov. 12, 2024 – High School Students
Nov. 13, 2024 – Middle School and Home School Students
Nov. 14, 2024 – Elementary School Students
Thank you for your interest in the Louisiana Renaissance Festival Student Day program. Pre orders have ended. Tickets may be purchased on site, based on availability each day. Please call ahead if bringing groups of 30 or more to ensure availability, 985-429-9992.
2024 Dates 9am-2pm each day:
Grades 9 - 12 Tues Nov 12
Grades 5 - 8 & homeschool Wed Nov 13
Grades K - 5 Thurs Nov 14
*Grade levels are suggested to keep age groups together as much as possible. All three student day show schedules are identical. Our weekend schedule changes regularly so we encourage you to visit us often.
Time:
Students may arrive any time after 8:15am. Gates open from 9am-2pm. We are an outdoor event, and we are open rain or shine. Please make sure students dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Admission Tickets:
Tickets ordered after October 31 will be picked up at the festival entrance.
Ordering Tickets:
Pre orders have ended. Tickets may be purchased on site, based on availability. Please call 985-429-9992 for orders greater than 50 in order to confirm availability.
Orders paid in full by October 31 will have tickets mailed to the address on the order. Orders received after October 31 will be held for pickup at the festival entrance. All Pre-orders end on November 5. Each order received by October 31 will include one complimentary teacher ticket for every 10 purchased student tickets. Each order will be subject to a $12 processing and handling fee. Additional tickets may be purchased same-day on-site for $20 each (ages 13+) or $15 each (ages 5-12), until sold out.
Forms of payment:
Accepted forms of payment are by school or personal check, cash, or by credit card. Tax-exempt schools must pay by school check and must provide proof of exemption. Proof can be emailed to fieldtrip@larf.org or mailed to the address below. Checks should be made out to the “Louisiana Renaissance Festival.” Our tax ID is 72-1480879. When paying by check, please include the invoice number on the check. Credit card payments are subject to a 3% processing fee.
Please mail them to: LRF Student Day
PO Box 220
Robert, LA 70455
What is the cost of admission?
Advance ticket prices are as follows: Student are $15 per person ($13.90 for tax-exempt schools, proof must be provided), chaperones are $18 (tax included) Tickets purchased by October 31 will include one complimentary teacher ticket for each10 student tickets (payment must be received by October 31.) Advance sales end November 5.
We are a rain or shine outdoor event so please plan accordingly. All sales are final.
What does the admission cover?
Basic admission includes access to the festival site, admission to all stage shows and demonstrations.
All vendor booths are open during our Student Days program; however, some merchants may choose to offer more affordable items for students.
Rides and games typically run $2-$5 each and are cash only. Soft drinks are $3 each and food items start at $3 each. Most food vendors are cash only. ATMs are located throughout the festival.
When will we receive our tickets?
We will begin mailing out orders as we receive payments through October 31. Tickets reserved/purchased after October 31, will be held for pick up at the festival. Advance ticket sales will end November 5th.
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Can tickets be purchased on site the day of our field trip?
Tickets will only be sold on site if available. We are not open to the public and capacity is limited each day to ensure students and teachers have an enjoyable experience. Please purchase in advance to guaranty entry!
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Can I transfer my tickets to another day?
Tickets may be transferred, based on availability to another student day in the current festival season, no later than November 7. We are a rain or shine outdoor event. All sales are final.
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Are the shows and demonstrations age-appropriate?
Yes they are. During Student Days, all of our performers and demonstrations are geared specifically to the age of the crowd.
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Can souvenirs and gifts be purchased on Student Days?
Of course. All vendor booths are open during our Student Days program, however, some merchants may choose to offer more affordable items for students.
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Are there food and beverages available for purchase?
Yes. During Student Days our usual festival concessions, including turkey legs, will be available. You may also elect to bring your own lunches. Please note you will be responsible for transporting and storing your own lunches. ​
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How do I make our reservations?
Pre orders have ended. Tickets will be sold on site each day based on availability.
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Student Days Questions and Answers
