Our Story
fire FOR ALL
Ember Island is a camp for BODIES of all abilities, genders, races, shapes, and sizes located at the Texas renisance festival.
Our mission is to build community, acceptance and culture through flow arts and fire. Ember island offers beautifully-designed spaces to move, flow, play and socialize.
**Ember Island: Keepers of the Flame** Nestled in the heart of a realm where the echoes of the Renaissance still linger, Ember Island stands as a sanctuary for those who cherish the ancient arts of fire and performance. Here, under the watchful eye of our skilled clan, the night comes alive with the mesmerizing dance of flames, a testament to the timeless allure of fire.
As we approach the 2024 season of the Texas Renaissance Festival, we are honored to celebrate two momentous milestones: the 50th anniversary of the festival and our 5th year of bringing the magic of fire to its storied grounds. Ember Island invites you to join us in this grand celebration, where we will ignite the night with performances that blend the grandeur of the past with the daring creativity of the present.
From fire dancers who move with the grace of whispered legends to aerialists who soar as if lifted by the very breath of history, our gatherings are open to all who seek to witness the beauty of fire in its most captivating forms. Step into a world where the Renaissance spirit is rekindled with every flicker of flame, and let the glow of our artistry guide you to an unforgettable celebration of light and life.
Join us on Ember Island this Texas Renaissance Festival season and be part of a legacy that has burned brightly for half a century, as we mark our own five years of fiery brilliance