Renaissance Fairs in Oklahoma

Hear ye! Hear ye! Fun and adventure await you at a renaissance fair! And in the state of Oklahoma there are several to attend.

Scarlet's Mid-Winter Renaissance Festival - This fantasy/pirate renaissance fair is held indoors in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma one weekend at the end of January. Hours on Saturday are 10:00 am - 6:00 pm, with a special Masked Ball starting at 9:00 pm and ending at 12:00 am. Sunday hours are 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Adult tickets are $8, kids ages 5 - 12 and seniors are $5, and military and special guests are $5. Masked Ball Tickets are $15.00 per person. Passes are available. Those wishing to dress in costume are required to keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. Various musicians will delight with their beautiful melodies, while diverse performers entertain with dazzling displays of swordsmanship, comedy, and more. Vendors will tempt visitors with finely crafted clothing, jewelry, and art, among other wares. Find out more on their website at http://scarletfest.com/MidWinterFaire.htm.

Medieval Faire - This medieval fair is held approximately 20 miles south of Oklahoma City in Norman, Oklahoma in early April. The dates for 2008 are April 4^th-6^th. The hours are 10:00 am - 7:00 pm, ending at 6:00 pm on Sunday. Admission and parking are free. No alcohol is sold or permitted. Attendees arriving in costume must keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. Special events include a costume contest, jousting, human chess match, and royal procession. Visitors can test their skill with crossbows, ride elephants, watch craft demonstrations, and more. Enjoy exotic foods while listening to music. Peruse vendor booths offering jewelry, leather crafts, clothing, and other items. More information is available on their website at http://www.medievalfair.org.