Renaissance Festivals and Fairs in New York State

Renaissance festivals are delightful events that recreate the experience of the medieval era. Costumed characters and actors portray royally, noblemen, kings, queens, lords, ladies, tavern serving wenches, jousting knights, fools, comedians and musicians. Ren-faires feature live entertainment on stage and strolling on the grounds. Costumed characters engage in conversation with guests. Guests ofter dress up in medieval garb to fit in the spirit of fantasy and fun. Creative costumes and works of art are seen throughout the grounds. A day at the Renaissance Faire is a full day of entertainment, away from cars, cell phones and modern day worries. There are several Renaissance festivals in New York. The largest festivals are Sterling Renaissance Festival and New York Renaissance Faire. Following is information about some of the Ren-faires in New York this year.

Sterling Renaissance Festival
July 12 to August 17, 10 am - 7 pm, Saturdays and Sundays
Sterling, New York (one hour north of Syracuse
Sterling Renaissance Festival is a trip back in time. The weekend event features 80 stage and street performances, with over 200 actors and stagehands creating an authentic English Renaissance Village from 1585 Artisans demonstrate and sell the wares. Festival fare offers filling delicacies to eat, such as steak on-a-stake, pita pockets, turkey legs, portabella mushroom sandwiches and mile high cakes.

The Renaissance Festival offers a full day of entertainment every day it is open. Each weekend has a special theme, so each weekend if unique. Following are the theme of the weekends.