The Renaissance Faire
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
It's time to escape into a different era, The Renaissance. Take the family to Tuxedo Park no skiing this time of year but you will find great family activities for all at the Renaissance Festival. If you dare take part of the Bavarian Invasion this weekend.
Visit the all NEW
ENCHANTED FOREST!
Where is Forest Walk you ask?
Find one entrance to Forest Walk near the Maypole. Find the other near the Tudor Rose Stage.
Now you are on your way!
Kid's Quest!
A brand new quest for young adventurers!
Imaginative children are invited to embark on Kid'sQuest!, an interactive fantasy adventure.
With Tuula the Air Fairy and her friend Sean the Faun, participants will solve riddles, meet strange fantastical creatures and help Tuula rescue her sisters from the evil pirate, Captain Plunder! Approximately 30 minutes
Times: 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Cost: $5 per quest/per child
Ages: Recommended for ages 4-12
Fairies!
The Fairies have arrived in Sterlingshire!
These gentle spirits of Nature will enchant children as well as the child at heart. Discover the Faire Fairy Folk around the village or discover them in the Enchanted Forest on Forest Walk.
Featuring...
Anya the Faerie Queen (Juliet Stephens-Tripp)
Anya will share with you her fairy wisdom and encourage the belief in fairies.
The Gargoyle (Juliet Stephens-Tripp)
Strange yet benevolent, this creature makes rare appearances.
Boffer Wars!
Training opportunities for fledgling warriors-to-be!
Think that you can swing a sword against an opponent in combat? At the Warrior Encampment on Forest Walk, you can test your skills against one of our trained
mercenaries and receive a lesson in swordmanship. Do you have what it takes to become a WARRIOR?
Boffer Wars occurs throughout the day.
Cost: $5 per training session/per child
Ages: Recommended for 8-12
Pub Crawl!
Explore the pubs of Sterlingshire and sample their excellent wares in the company of one of the Shire’s most interesting denizens. From the Cock and Bull Pub to the Blue Boar Inn to the Joust Pub, you will visit five pubs and taste five fine brews.
Participants will also receive a commemorative pin.
Must be 21+ and have your valid driver’s license/State-issued ID to participate.
Sign up at the Information Booth, $30 for the 75-90 minute tour. Two scheduled tours a day.
Archery Tournament!
Will Robin Hood and her Merry Men be lured out of the Greenwood by the prize of the Golden Arrow? And will the Sheriff of Nottingham use the contest to finally trap his nemesis? Found out at 12:00 at Roselawn Field!
Barbarian Invasion
Monday, September 5, 2011
England is invaded by vikings, barbarians and berserkers! Featuring prizes for "Best Dressed Barbarian" Contest!
Costume Contest starts at 1:35pm at The Fool's Stage.
To take part, Sign Up by 1:15pm at the Information Booth located just inside the Faire.
Visit the all NEW
ENCHANTED FOREST!
Where is Forest Walk you ask?
Find one entrance to Forest Walk near the Maypole. Find the other near the Tudor Rose Stage.
Now you are on your way!
Kid's Quest!
A brand new quest for young adventurers!
Imaginative children are invited to embark on Kid'sQuest!, an interactive fantasy adventure.
With Tuula the Air Fairy and her friend Sean the Faun, participants will solve riddles, meet strange fantastical creatures and help Tuula rescue her sisters from the evil pirate, Captain Plunder! Approximately 30 minutes
Times: 11:30 am, 1:30 pm and 3:30 pm
Cost: $5 per quest/per child
Ages: Recommended for ages 4-12
Fairies!
The Fairies have arrived in Sterlingshire!
These gentle spirits of Nature will enchant children as well as the child at heart. Discover the Faire Fairy Folk around the village or discover them in the Enchanted Forest on Forest Walk.
Featuring...
Anya the Faerie Queen (Juliet Stephens-Tripp)
Anya will share with you her fairy wisdom and encourage the belief in fairies.
The Gargoyle (Juliet Stephens-Tripp)
Strange yet benevolent, this creature makes rare appearances.
Boffer Wars!
Training opportunities for fledgling warriors-to-be!
Think that you can swing a sword against an opponent in combat? At the Warrior Encampment on Forest Walk, you can test your skills against one of our trained
mercenaries and receive a lesson in swordmanship. Do you have what it takes to become a WARRIOR?
Boffer Wars occurs throughout the day.
Cost: $5 per training session/per child
Ages: Recommended for 8-12
Pub Crawl!
Explore the pubs of Sterlingshire and sample their excellent wares in the company of one of the Shire’s most interesting denizens. From the Cock and Bull Pub to the Blue Boar Inn to the Joust Pub, you will visit five pubs and taste five fine brews.
Participants will also receive a commemorative pin.
Must be 21+ and have your valid driver’s license/State-issued ID to participate.
Sign up at the Information Booth, $30 for the 75-90 minute tour. Two scheduled tours a day.
Archery Tournament!
Will Robin Hood and her Merry Men be lured out of the Greenwood by the prize of the Golden Arrow? And will the Sheriff of Nottingham use the contest to finally trap his nemesis? Found out at 12:00 at Roselawn Field!
Barbarian Invasion
Monday, September 5, 2011
England is invaded by vikings, barbarians and berserkers! Featuring prizes for "Best Dressed Barbarian" Contest!
Costume Contest starts at 1:35pm at The Fool's Stage.
To take part, Sign Up by 1:15pm at the Information Booth located just inside the Faire.
