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Renaissance festivals produce multiple shows with sword fighting, but the mounted joust has become the centerpiece attraction for nearly every major faire. American theatrical was put "on the map" by the Hanlon-Lees�--and the horses they rode in on.

There is an underground group that you don't know about. They perfect their trade in back allies and in malls. These warriors show no mercy. They are the finger jousters.

Jousting tournament and outdoor feast! Summer is the perfect time for a medieval party theme.

Jousting, music, shopping, food and fun are on the menu at this Renaissance Festival.

We had stayed at the Excalibur so many times that we'd already seen all of their entertainment like the jousting show, the comedian, Carrot top, and the male dancers (stud muffins). They used to have a guy walking around in a...

Relax outdoors while being entertained by actors, musicians, singers, jousting knights, dancers and comedians. Following are renaissance festivals in Minnesota this year.

The land of Southern NM is a crazy quilt of desert and mountains, of forests and bare rock. But the people are warm and friendly and the festivals of the area are not to be missed.

Each Spring, the Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival entertains young and old alike with shows, jousting, and of course, turkey legs!

Events and acts that will be occuring at the North Carolina Renassiance Festival.

Step back in time-for the time of your life! That is what their slogan states and it is all true. The Scarborough Faire Renaissance Festival welcomes spring each year with jousting, rivalry, wenches and a turkey leg or two.

Information about renaissance fairs held in Nevada and Utah; including dates, times, locations, ticket prices, and highlights

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Francois I, patron of Leonardo da Vinci, rules at the 9th Annual Greater St Louis Renaissance Faire in W#entzville, Missouri's Rotary Park.

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Information about renaissance fairs in New Mexico, including location, ticket prices, dates, and highlights

June is celebrate New Jersey Month and celebrate they do, making for a great place for a summer weekend escape.Look at what New Jersey has to offer

Information about various renaissance fairs in Texas.

The perfect way to start off the summer is to take a quick summer escape weekend in June to some of the best that Massachusetts has to offer.

A Las Vegas vacation is like time travelling to another world. Where else can you see Venice, Paris, New York, Egypt, Rome, Arabia and the French Riviera, all in one day? Nowhere!

From history to the arts to wine, Virginia offers summer festivals for all tastes and interests. If you live in the state, or happen to be visiting this summer, try one of these fine festivals.

Information about renaissance fairs in Oklahoma

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Events and Descriptions including the best place to watch fireworks from in Provo Utah for the 4th of July, 2007

Need plans for the weekend? Or maybe a fun idea to take dad out for Father's day?

Berkshire County is well known for its beauty and its fine arts. The list that follows are the author's favorite things to do in the central part of the county in the Summer..

A Knight's Tale is a wonderfully anachronistic medieval movie

Tim Foreman of the Grammy-nominated, dove award-winning, San Diego alt-rock band Switchfoot took time from a busy day at Moonlight beach to discuss Bro-Am--A day of festivities on in Encinatas, California, to benefit a charity.

Denver can be a great place to visit or even live. But it is a big city, and life in the city can get crazy sometimes. Fortunately there are a lot of great things to do just outside of Denver - and many can be done in just a day.

Weddings are steeped in tradition and superstition. Many wedding traditions have changed very little. Throwing rice at the newlyweds, wearing a veil, throwing the garter belt, and most wedding traditions have a history that goes way back.

Creative date ideas for single as well as married people interested in enjoying the medieval or renaissance theme in the state of Utah.

While it is called "Sin City" for a reason, Las Vegas has plenty to offer families with teenagers and older children. Here are some places to have good, clean fun next time you find yourself vacationing in Las Vegas.

September is not just the end of summer it is also the beginning of the Fall Festival season throughout the United States. As the nation's capital, Washington D. C. area festivals may very well claim to lead the way.

Within the last few years, the city of Washington DC has gone through various changes through modernization.

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Before the sport of surfing became bloated with corporate sponsorship, the camera of photographer Leroy Grannis captured the legendary surfers in legendary locations.

It may take you three or four summers to visit all of the cool places in Anaheim and Orange County.

Information about renaissance fairs held in Idaho; including locations, dates, times, ticket prices, and highlights

Everyone hates income taxes, but do we even have to pay them?

Information about renaissance fairs in Georgia; including dates, times, locations, ticket prices, and highlights

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Anything in leather can be made by Rick Hogue to your specifications. He did a marvelous job on my daughter's wedding party items.

Here are the ten must-see castles in Europe!

I went to watch Shrek the Third this past week. With all the hype the movie's been getting as well as the funny trailers, I was sure the third edition would be as great as the previous two. Well, I ended up slightly disappointed...

Information about renaissance fairs held in North Carolina during March, April, and June; including locations, dates, times, ticket prices, and highlights

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Medieval Times is a wonderful attraction for history buffs and everyone else

Looking for political commentary in the Free State? Check out these blogs about Maryland politics

An exciting day for the whole family to enjoy. The Renaissance Faire in Fishers, Indiana will be an adventure.

Spend a day this fall going back in time. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of the medieval days.

Opinions are like lips, everybody has them...me, too!

Corn and tomato festivals? How about an Indian spear launching contest or a beauty contest for scarecrows? No matter what your tastes, there is something to be found at one of the festivals around Missouri and Illinois this time of year....

Labor Day is around the corner. For those who choose stay at home, there are some great events in the DC Metro Area that are taking place this Labor Day Weekend.

Snark alert! I have contempt to spare, so don't become a person, place, or thing on my list. Here are this week's recipients of my scorn:

The "villages" are filled with musicians, performers, and vendors selling food, drink, and unique wares. There are few places where you can purchase chain mail, swords, turkey legs, and handmade paper all within a few yards of each other.

This article features the top 10 destinations of 2006.

A wonderful resort is the Iberostar Paraiso Lindo near Playa del Carmen, Mexico. We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend it for a great all inclusive getaway.

If you are planning a trip to Orlando, be sure to check out Kissimmee right next door.

Four fun activities and uses for industrial cable spools.

Although not a true medieval castle, Kryal is a lot of fun for little money.

Has the fun gone out of your fund-raising? Stale, overdone events like bake sales, or car washes are old news. It's no wonder enthusiasm for these worn-out projects is hard to muster. Different and creative are the buzz words for successful fund-raisers.

Wondering madrigals, falcons, magicians, jugglers, colorful time period costumes, and a variety of artisans make this annual Fishers event a magical experience for the entire family.

The history of the horse in England is inseparable from the history of the English people. Horses influenced the way England's early inhabitants worked, traveled, and fought. Many human factors influenced the bloodlines, size, and speed of the animals.

A well-kept Oklahoma secret, Camp Fire Boys and Girls' Camp Cimarron is one of the most beautiful and entertaining locations for summer camp. Encompassing more than 200 acres, Camp Cimarron offers horseback riding, rapelling, swimming, and lots more!

This series of eight annual celebrations begins in September and continues through November forming an almost non-stop wave of things to do for visitors and natives alike. These events are easily accessible and appeal to a variety of interests.

The annual Renaissance Festival in Holly, Michigan runs from the second weekend in August to the end of September. The turreted gates of the authentically recreated 1600 century village known as Hollygrove will be open every weekend and on Labor Day.

Looking for someplace different to visit? Tired of the same old tourist locations? Why not check out Las Vegas, where you can go from Egypt to the Middle Ages to the Spanish Main within minutes!

Virtually everyone has a list of favorite songs from the days of their youth, but I would bet that my 1970's favorites will be favorites of many readers, too, or at the very least, make them ponder the richness of 1970's pop music.

I enjoyed A Knight's Tale so much the first time I saw it that I immediately went out and purchased the film to add to the family collection.

This is a recount of my visit to the Georgia Renaissance Festival with my husband and children.

Writer-director Michael Mann exploits his main vice in this action thriller based on his 1980s TV series, which is to use all the cinematic power he can bring to bear for an explosive assault on our senses.

The Medieval Era was something magical, but wouldn't have been without the Knights. The Knights were powerful men who were trained to treat women with respect.

I haven't been on a date in over five years; ever since my wife left me for the Bowflex repairman. But, after exhaustive research, I've come up with a guaranteed method for anyone hoping to find "Mr. or Ms. Right" over their wireless network.

James Doohan's son loses bid to purchase the replica of his late father's long-lived character "Lt. Cmdr. Montgomery 'Scotty' Scott of the Star Trek crew. He was "beamed-up" to a new owner for $4,200.