RV Rental for Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire in Marietta, PA

An RV rental for the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire turns a long day at Mount Hope Estate & Winery into a relaxed weekend base rather than a round trip fight with traffic on PA-72. Fireside RV Rental, based near Marietta in the Susquehanna Valley, delivers travel trailers and motorhomes to campgrounds and private sites within easy reach of the Faire grounds in Manheim, Lancaster County. The Faire runs weekends from August through October, and a delivered RV lets you skip the parking-lot shuffle and the costly Lancaster hotel scramble that comes with the autumn festival season.

Why Rent an RV for the PA Ren Faire Near Manheim

Mount Hope Estate sits just off the PA Turnpike (I-76) at the Lebanon-Lancaster exit, with PA-72 feeding the entrance and US-322 a short hop north. The Faire draws costumed crowds across nine themed weekends, so day-of arrival lines build quickly along PA-72 once the gates open. A PA Ren Faire RV rental near the grounds means you can settle in the night before, walk into a turkey-leg-and-jousting day rested, and have a quiet place to retreat between the joust, the Globe Theatre shows, and the wine tasting at the on-site winery. It also beats driving back to Lancaster or York after a full day in Renaissance garb.

Where RVs Park and Camp for the Faire

Mount Hope Estate does not run a full-hookup public RV park on the festival grounds, so most Faire visitors with an RV base themselves at a campground a short drive away and commute in. These are real options around the Manheim and Marietta area:

• Pinch Pond Family Campground — one of the closest options to Mount Hope, just south near Manheim, an easy run up PA-72 to the Faire gates.
• Old Mill Stream Campground — east toward Lancaster off US-30, handy if you want to pair the Faire with Amish Country.
• Lancaster County KOA Holiday (New Holland) — farther east in Lancaster County for a fuller-service stay.
• Hershey RV & Camping Resort — north of the Faire toward Hershey, good if your group also wants a Hersheypark day.
• Gifford Pinchot State Park and Codorus State Park — quieter wooded sites west across the Susquehanna in York County for groups who want state-park scenery.
• Susquehanna Trail Campground — a riverside option in the Susquehanna Valley toward the Marietta side.

Can the RV Be Delivered to a Campground Near Mount Hope?

Yes. We handle RV delivery to campgrounds across Lancaster, York, Lebanon, and Dauphin counties, so you don’t need to tow anything yourself to the Manheim festival. We drop the unit at your reserved site at Pinch Pond, Old Mill Stream, a state park, or another campground near Mount Hope, level it, and set up the hookups your site provides. You book the campsite directly with the campground; we coordinate the RV delivery and the post-Faire pickup. Confirm the campground allows outside-rental drop-off when you reserve, and we’ll match the delivery window to your check-in.

Choosing the Right RV for Your Faire Weekend

Whether you’re coming for a single themed weekend or stringing together several across the August-to-October run, we have units to suit different group sizes. Travel trailers work well for families splitting Faire days with a Lancaster County Amish Country detour, while motorhomes suit couples and smaller groups who want a self-contained base. Specific layouts, sleeping capacity, equipment, and pricing vary by unit and by location — contact us for the current Marietta fleet list and what each RV comes equipped with for the Faire season.

What’s Included With Each RV

Inclusions and add-on packages differ from one RV to the next and from location to location, so we don’t list a fixed equipment set here. For an accurate rundown of what a given camper or motorhome includes — and any optional packages for a Renaissance Faire stay — call 717-330-1700 or email [email protected]. We’ll walk you through the options for your dates and your chosen campground.

Weather and Timing for the August-October Run

The Faire spans a real swing of Pennsylvania weather. Opening weekends in August at Mount Hope can be hot and humid, with afternoon thunderstorms rolling through the Susquehanna Valley — an air-conditioned RV is a genuine relief after hours in costume. By late September and October, Lancaster County turns crisp, with cool mornings, warm afternoons, and chilly nights that make heat and a covered base worth having. October weekends also overlap peak fall foliage and harvest traffic across US-30 and PA-72, so plan a little extra drive time and book early.

When to Book Your Mount Hope Estate Camping Stay

The closest campgrounds to Manheim fill fastest on Faire weekends, especially the themed dates and the October stretch when foliage tourists and Hershey visitors compete for the same sites. Reserve your campsite as soon as your weekend is set, then lock in RV delivery with us. For peak October dates we recommend booking the RV well ahead; for August and early-September weekends there’s usually more flexibility, but earlier is always safer.

Getting to Mount Hope Estate & Winery

The Faire grounds are roughly 25 to 35 minutes from our Marietta service area depending on your campground. From the Marietta and Columbia side, you’ll typically take PA-441 to US-30 and connect north via PA-72 toward Manheim. Flying in? Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) is the closest major hub, about 30 minutes from Mount Hope, with Lancaster Airport (LNS) even nearer for regional flights. The PA Turnpike (I-76) runs right past the estate, and I-83 ties in the York County campgrounds across the Susquehanna River.

Book Your Renaissance Faire RV Rental

Ready to set up your Manheim festival weekend? Call Fireside RV Rental at 717-330-1700 or email [email protected] with your Faire dates and your campground, and we’ll confirm availability and arrange delivery. You can also start at our home page to learn more about how we serve the Susquehanna Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you deliver an RV to a campground near the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire?

Yes. We deliver to campgrounds near Mount Hope Estate & Winery in Manheim, including Pinch Pond Family Campground, Old Mill Stream Campground, and state parks like Gifford Pinchot and Codorus. Reserve your campsite directly with the campground, confirm they accept rental drop-offs, and we’ll handle the delivery, leveling, and pickup.

Is there RV parking or camping at Mount Hope Estate itself?

Mount Hope offers day parking for the Faire, but it isn’t set up as a full-hookup public RV park, so most RV visitors stay at a nearby campground and commute the short distance up PA-72. Check the Faire’s official site for any current on-site camping arrangements before you plan.

What’s included with the RV for a Faire weekend?

Equipment, amenities, and packages vary by unit and by location, so we don’t publish a fixed inclusion list. Contact us at 717-330-1700 or [email protected] for the full equipment details and pricing on the specific RV you’re considering for your Renaissance Faire dates.

How far in advance should I book for the Faire season?

For October weekends — when fall foliage and harvest tourism crowd Lancaster County — book as early as you can, since nearby campsites and RVs go fast. August and early-September weekends usually have more flexibility, but reserving early always gives you the best shot at the campground closest to Manheim.

What’s the weather like during the Faire?

Expect hot, humid days with possible thunderstorms in August, transitioning to crisp, cool autumn weather with cold nights by late September and October in the Susquehanna Valley. A climate-controlled RV gives you a comfortable retreat across that whole range of conditions.

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