entertainment
the characters
ren rat randy &
carnie cat con
This Rat and Cat duo are the organizers and hosts of Roc Win Ren Fest. Find them chasing each other through the crowd and See what happens if you step on their tail.
king bogo
The "buy one get one" king who demands fair prices and inclusivity. Though he can be a little cranky, he is quite funny.
the live witch
The Live Witch has returned! They have tried to kill her 762 times! From potions and junk drawers to stories and songs this Witch’s magical creativity shall never die! Forever enticing the imagination of all with that good kind of magic!
cieo the clown
a natural-born clown of the town Full of jest and light! A community creative who embraces our city and shares in its' delights with all.
the stage acts
Merry Mischief
an ensemble cast of talented musicians! these minstrels of mischief will make you tap your feet & giggle!
Jackson Cavalier
an Americana one man band based out of the finger lakes region of NY who pours out that good raw music.
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You can find him on the main stage from 12:45 to 1:30 PM!
the continental drifft pirates
This cool local band does their very special pirate shanty set just for this Festivus. Yarggg!
Jamison the bagpiper
enjoy the sounds of this age old instrument. played by the enthusiastic blacksmith.
the Rochester
community players
Presenting plays since 1925, they are the oldest, continuously operating community theatre in New York state.
Rochester academy of Irish dance
be entranced by traditional Irish dancing and maybe even learn a jig.
the outdoor acts
blacksmith village:
Spangler forge
Ben spangler is the leader of this village. He heats steel in a coal forge and works it to shape with a hammer and anvil. Human spirit meets hot iron, just like it has for thousands of years.
blacksmith village:
Jamison the blacksmith
this multitalented human plays the bag pipes and works with iron. Watch him work and if you ask nicely he just might play you a tune.
blacksmith village:
Arlen James
starting out making wooden swords and daggers, Arlen has expanded his craft by working in metal. His creations range from tools to jewelry.
the ice wizard
watch this award winning ice wizard magically carve ice on site all day.
the sun & snail
puppet show
Laugh with the puppets of King Bogo, Ren Rat and Carnie Cat as you watch their stories unfold. Its easy to fall in love with the Giant Snail.
Jacob's giant
bubbles
Marvel at these hypnotizing giant bubbles. hollow and light, these iridescent, shiny forms put smiles on faces.
the special acts
showstarters entertainment
hang out with a stilt walker and be entranced by a fire dancer.
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Catch the Firedancers at 12:15 and 12:45, as well as Stilt Walking at 1:30 PM leading the Kiddiewink Clown Parade.
live painting
by Devon rose
watch as this talented local artist brings a painting to life.