Themes this Year

[Bahlien]

The Themes for the weekends this year, for those who like to keep up with them. (Yes I'm lazy and did a copy and paste.) 

OPENING WEEKEND "ADVENTURE to the Past"                                                                 June 13 & 14
Our 33rd annual celebration will be an "Adventure to the Past!"  The Festival will celebrate the opening weekend with its annual "Buy One get One Free" offer from Wendy's Restaurants, Opening Weekend Only!  Plus, experience the thrill of all our New Entertainment and revisit the old Favorites.  The Colorado Renaissance Festival "Truly Fun for Everyone!"

ROYAL ALE FESTIVAL!                                                                                                              June 20 & 21
Military Appreciation WeekendFathers Day!
A variety of ale, stout, and lager beer will be on tap for Free Sampling at the Dancing Bear Pub.  Plus the ever popular King for a Day contest!  Yes, it's Fathers day make Dad feel like a King.  This weekend only! All military personal receive a buy 1 get 1 free w/ Military I.D. plus their kids are Free.

CELTIC FESTIVAL!                                                                                                                      June 27 & 28
Enjoy a mix of Celtic pleasures.  "Scottish & Irish" - Celtic Musicians, Madrigal Singers, along with special Celtic Dance Groups, Musicians and Pipe Bands will be featured throughout the Realm this weekend.  Don Ye Kilts for the "Best Men in Kilts" contest.

CHILDRENS WEEKEND!                                                                                                                 July 4 & 5
Prince, Princess & Pirate Party
Special activities for the young ones; Prince, Princess and Pirate Costume Contest at the Puke & Snot pirate ship stage.  Participate in the Royal Quest; be rewarded by King Henry at the Knighting Ceremonies, daily at the Rose Stage.  Enjoy the Free Children's Realm and Petting Zoo. FOR THIS WEEKEND ONLY, CHILDREN TWELVE AND UNDER EXPERIENCE THE FESTIVAL FOR FREE WITH A PAYING ADULT. HUZZAH!!!

WINE REVELRY!                                                                                                                           July 11 & 12
"Good wine is familiar creature if it be used well".(Othello by William Shakespeare)  For this weekend dedicated to "The Nectar of the Gods" we intend to use it very well indeed.  Participate in the legendary Grape Stomp Competitions for prizes, as well as Free Sampling of some of the finest vintages from around the country at the Dancing Bear Pub.

LOVE and ROMANCE!                                                                                                                  July 18 & 19
Romancing the Throne
Join our romantic rogues and fair maidens, as we create a special atmosphere for a weekend dedicated to lovers.  Attend "Forever Real" Royal Wedding Ceremonies on the Rose Stage both Saturday and Sunday.  "Renewal of Vows", bring your cherished one to a special gathering and renew your vows of faith, commitment, and love on this most romantic of weekends.  ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR! Attend the "Wooing Contest" this weekend on the Rose Stage.

MUSIC & DANCE FESTIVAL!                                                                                                     July 25 & 26
Come join us in a Celebration of Music & Dance.  Celtic Musicians, Madrigal Singers, along with special Belly Dancers & Irish Dance Groups, Musicians and Pipe Bands will be featured throughout the Realm this weekend.  Join in the Fun of our 7th Annual Fiddlers Contest.  Plus, Featured New Band, Celtic Legacy "Scots on the Rocks"

FARE THEE WELL & MARDI GRAS CARNIVALE                                                                August 1 & 2
A Final Huzzah...  We invite one and all to join King Henry for his 519th Birthday Party.  It's a weekend filled with, frivolities, and frolicking that is truly fit for the King.  Plus A Raucous Celebration and Beads Galore!  Mardi Gras today is about the Celebration of life, laughter, music, and dance.  Join us in the Fun.  Don your favorite mask and costume and let the " Ye Olde Good Times Roll' Mardi Gras Style. It will be a Festive conclusion to this our 33rd Anniversary Season.

[NelleMoorley]

But when's the Men in Tights Contest?!

[Francisco Paula]

Anytime you want

[Princess Alice]

It's not on the program,

Which upset Sauve cuz he can finally participate in the contest this year.