Renaissance Fairs in Arkansas and Missouri

Come, all ye knights and ladies, to a medieval celebration! Renaissance fairs provide fine adventures for all ages! And there are a number to attend in Arkansas and Missouri.

Tudor Rose Renaissance Faire - Located approximately 10 miles south of little Rock in Wrightsville, Arkansas. This fair will be open the weekend of September 15^th - 16^th from 10:00 am - 7:00 pm. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $8.00 for adults, $6.00 for military & seniors, and children will be admitted free. Camping will be available on-site for $5. This fair's time period will be King Henry VIII of the early 1500's, Tudor England. Those wishing to attend in costume must keep weapons sheathed or piece tied. Highlights of the fair will include a Human Chess Game and the Little Rock Zoo's Wild Wonders show. Though they do have an official website, www.tudorroserenfaire.com, it was down at the time this article was written.

North West Arkansas Renaissance Festival - Located approximately 30 miles south of Bentonville in Fayetteville, Arkansas. This medieval fantasy themed fair will be held October 27^th - 28^th from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Tickets will be $5 for adults, and free for children 12 and under with an adult. No alcohol will be sold or permitted. Exciting jousting, bold pirate comedy, exotic belly dancing, and enchanting Irish music are just a few of the shows visitors can enjoy. Kids will have fun with storytelling and pony rides. Vendors will be offering finely crafted wares including weapons, armor, clothing, jewelry, wands, staffs, leather goods, and more. More information can be found on their website at http://comp.uark.edu/~dupton/NWA_Festival.