Come, all ye rouges and maidens, to a medieval celebration! Renaissance fairs provide great fun and adventure in times long past! And there are several to attend in Canada.
Gregors Crossing Medieval Faire – Located in Chatham, Ontario. This fair will be held June 1st – 3rd from 3:00 pm – 12:00 pm on Friday, 10:00 am – 12:00 pm on Saturday, and 10:00 am – 5:00 pm on Sunday. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $16 for adults, $8 for kids ages 6 – 13, and free for children ages 5 and under. Those who wish to dress in costume will need to keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. A special feature of this festival includes a period fashion show hosted by the clothing merchants. Visitors will enjoy fascinating demonstrations in blacksmithing, archery and longbow making, leather working, and many other displays and things to try at several crafters areas. Dramatic jousts, captivating music, astonishing magic, an much more will entertain guests of all ages. For more information, visit their website at http://www.gregorscrossing.com.
Robin in the Hood Medieval Festival – Located in Elmira, Ontario. This fair will be held June 2nd from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $4 per person. Those wishing to dress up must keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. Pets are allowed provided they are leashed and people-friendly. Owners will be responsible for cleaning up after their pets. No alcohol will be sold or permitted. Visitors will watch thrilling battles between knights, beautiful music, surprising magic, and many more performances. Merchants will be offering handcrafted clothing, jewelry, wooden toys, leather goods, and more. Vendors will tempt guests with enticing period foods and beverages. Additional details are available on their website at http://www.robininthehood.com.
Faery Fest – Located in Guelph, Ontario, at Riverside Park. This fair will be held June 23rd – 24th from 10:00 am – 5:00 pm. Tickets will be $6 for adults, $4 for seniors ages 64 and older and kids ages 5 – 12, and free for children ages 4 and under. Visitors will delight in a variety of entertainment at this fantasy fair, including enthralling music and Queen Titania and her faery court. Vendors will offering delicate fairy fashion and gifts, as well as delicious foods and drinks. More information can be found on their website at http://www.faeryfest.com.
Casa Loma Renaissance Festival – Located in Toronto, Ontario at One Austin Terrace. This fair will be held June 30th – July 2nd from 9:30 am – 5:00 pm. Parking will be $2.75 per hour, with a maximum charge of $8.25. Tickets will be $16 for adults, $10 for seniors ages 60 and older and youth ages 14 – 17, $8.75 for kids ages 4 – 13, and free for children ages 3 and under. Visitors will enjoy talented musicians, comedians, magicians, and many more performances, as well as an opportunity to learn about and view a magnificent bird of prey. For additional details, visit their website at http://www.casaloma.org/Seasonal.
BC Renaissance Festival – Located in Langley Township, British Columbia at the South Aldergrove Park. This fair will be held July 27th – 29th from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $10 for adults, $7 for seniors ages 65 and older and kids ages 4 – 12, and free for children ages 3 and under. Those who wish to dress in period attire will not be allowed to carry firearms and must keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. Visitors need to note that there are currently no ATMs on site. Vendors accept their own forms of payment. Guests will enjoy a variety of music and other entertainment while merchants offer unique jewelry, clothing, leather goods, stained glass, and many other fine items. More information is available on their website at http://www.bcrenfest.com.
The Royal Medieval Faire – Located in Waterloo, Ontario in Waterloo Park West. This festival will be held September 15th from 11:00 am – 6:00 pm. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $5.00 for adults and $2.50 for children ages 10 and under. Those wishing to dress in costume will not be allowed to carry weapons. Guests can try their luck at various games for free for the chance to win tokens which can be exchanged for prizes at the Games Magistrate tent. Musicians, jugglers, storytellers, and falconers will delight visitors of all ages. Merchants will be selling their handcrafted armor, jewelry, weapons, bath products, leather goods, toys, clothing, and other wares. Additional details can be found on their website at http://www.royalmedievalfaire.org.
So put on your finest medieval garb and prepare for merriment when you step back in time at an adventurous renaissance fair in Canada!
