Travel back to a time where the arts flourished, people thirsted for knowledge and the awakening of the mind reigned supreme.
The Northern California Renaissance Faire, happening every weekend from Sept. 13 through Oct. 12 at Casa de Fruta, invites all to experience its traditional Village of Willingtown. Attendees will be transported to the era of Queen Elizabeth I as they watch exotic performances and take part in music and dance from traditional Morris and English Country, to Celtic and Gypsy Tribal.
The Faire is filled with many delightful treasures for young and old alike. Visit the Marketplace to see the master artisans who offer the latest designs and finest hand work in blown glass, keen blades, leatherwork, woodwork, jewelry and more.
Activities, period-themed rides and performances are offered to entertain all age groups. Enjoy face painting, hair-braiding, comedy shows and fortune tellers. You might even be challenged to test your accuracy with a bow and arrow or axe throwing game.
Keep an eye out for courageous knights strapped into their heavy suits of armor as they fight for the Queen’s favor during battles of skill and might. Full contact jousting tournaments are performed twice a day in the World Tournament of Champions arena.
Let your creativity run wild by immersing yourself in Renaissance society. Dress the part by renting a costume inside the gates of The Belrose and throw out as many “huzzahs” and “aye’s” as you can. You can become anyone you want from prim and proper princesses to swashbuckling pirates to colorful gypsies or royalty.
Jovial peasants, men in tights and gleeful maidens roam the streets while you sip an ale or cider. Not thirsty? Have no fear for you can sink your teeth in a gigantic turkey leg or other delectable foods in this enchanted wonderland.
