Directions & Parking

Directions

While everyone loves to visit our enchanted kingdom, we know that getting here can sometimes feel like a trip through the Dark Realms of Mordor. Therefore we present to you these helpful suggestions to aid you in your journey.

1. Come early/stay late

The majority of guests arrive between 11 a.m and 2 p.m. However, the festival gates open at 9 a.m. and parking opens even earlier than that! Coming early ensures that you will not be sitting in long lines of traffic entering festival parking. Plus, arriving before 9 a.m. allows you to see the King and Queen and the courts as they greet early arrivals at the front gates beginning at 8:45 a.m. Likewise, staying to watch the Royal Fireworks at 8 p.m. means that you can avoid the exit congestion of those who choose to leave before sundown.

2. Closer than ever to Greater Houston, thanks to Hwy 249

If you are coming from the greater Houston area, the best bet is to come up on 249 until you get to the FM 1774 / Plantersville exit. Then head south on FM 1774 and travel 2 miles to the Festival entrance. The construction concerns of the past are mostly gone. This has become the best way to get to TRF and has made the festival a lot closer to Houston. If you are coming from The Woodlands, you can also take FM 1488 to FM 1774 and turn north.

Alternatively:

(1) Take I-45 to Hwy 105 in Conroe. Go west on 105 to FM 1774 in Plantersville. Turn south onto FM 1774 and travel 6 miles to the Festival entrance.

(2) Take Hwy 290 to Hwy 6 to Navasota. In Navasota take Hwy 105 to FM 1774 in Plantersville. Turn south on FM 1774 and go 6 miles to the Festival entrance. These routes may cause you to travel more miles, but can actually save you time and frustration.

3. Heed Not The App Trolls

GPS services like Google or Apple maps or apps like Waze can help you in finding your way to the Festival. However, as traffic congestion begins to build, they may suggest alternate routes. IGNORE THEM! These alternative routes may take you on residential or side roads that have been closed to Festival traffic. You may find yourself forced by law enforcement to retrace your route and get back onto the main roads, losing your original place in line and adding more time to your journey.

4. Follow the TRF on social media for up-to-date traffic information

Festival traffic will be monitored from 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day the festival is open. Our Facebook and Instagram platforms will be the most up-to-date source for any traffic information.

Arrival

Directions WILL vary depending on where you will be approaching the park from, do not be alarmed - they all ultimately lead you to your destination.

Parking

North side parking accommodates people exiting off of highway 249(Aggie Express) onto FM 1774. In about 1.8 miles turn right on County Road 302. Approximately in 0.62 mile your entrance will be on your left and you will be directed by traffic officers leading you to our north parking lot.

South side parking accommodates those coming from Magnolia on FM 1774. Your entrance will be on your left and you will be directed by traffic officers leading you to the south lot parking.

Please see below to learn about our different types of parking.

Campgrounds

If you are coming from 249 (Aggie Express) onto FM 1774. In about 1.8 miles turn right on County Road 302. Approximately in 0.67 mile your entrance will be on your left, shortly after the railroad tracks. It won't be the first entrance, it will be the second one on your left.

If you are coming from Magnolia on FM 1774 as soon as you see the faire entrance, keep straight for about another mile until you reach County Road 302 on your left. Follow for another 0.67 mile and you will reach your destination. Shortly past the railroad tracks, it won't be the first entrance, it will be the second one on your left.

Parking

Free/Unpaid Parking

Handicap Parking

Parking is accessible to current handicap sticker holders and disabled veterans. Rows range from 2-5 being the closest to the festival entrance and near pedestrian walkways for easy access. Please follow signs and the TRF parking crew will direct you where to go. Be advised you may be prompted to show

your valid credentials.

General Parking

Parking is available for all cars,buses, and motorcycles. The TRF parking crew will be happy to direct you to the appropriate area. There is no overnight parking after festival hours.

Drop-Off / Pick-Up are only available in designated areas. (Including but not limited to Uber, Lyft ,Vans, etc.)

Paid Parking

Premium Parking

*NEW* For this 2026 season, TRF is introducing Premium Parking. It will be the closest access to parking from the entrance replacing valet parking from previous years. Now our parking crew will direct you into our designated “self-parking” areas. The system is set up to accommodate our attendees for a safe, quick

and easy faire parking experience.

A few things to keep in mind.

Capacity is limited and will be accommodated in order of arrival.
Parking kiosks will stop selling/receiving Premium Parking tickets at 4:00 PM or when capacity is reached.
Vehicles are still retrievable after 4:00 PM
Shuttle services will be available.

*DOES NOT INCLUDE FESTIVAL ADMISSION
Handicap parking is free

Tickets are non-refundable. The Texas Renaissance Festival is an outdoor event that operates rain or shine. There will be no refunds, exchanges or rain checks for purchased tickets.

Preferred Parking

Preferred Parking continues to be the second closest parking to the festival entrance. It is still offering a convenient proximity to the faire.

Please note:

Capacity is limited and will be accommodated in order of arrival.
Parking kiosks will stop selling/receiving Preferred Parking tickets at 4:00 PM or when capacity is reached.
Shuttle services will be available.

*DOES NOT INCLUDE FESTIVAL ADMISSION
Handicap parking is free

Tickets are non-refundable. The Texas Renaissance Festival is an outdoor event that operates rain or shine. There will be no refunds, exchanges or rain checks for purchased tickets.