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]]> Travel back in time to the period of King Henry VIII and watch non-stop entertainment on 8 stages, ranging from performances for children to Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet as well as swashbuckling pirate shows and William Tell…well…telling stories. 

All the the annual Maryland Renaissance Festival just out side of Annapolis, Maryland.  

Charging knight at the Maryland Renaissance Festival

Enjoy over 35 groups of musicians and dancers, or cheer for your favorite mounted knight during the exciting jousting match.  But don’t miss some of the faire’s classic Renaissance food – like the hot apple dumplings, steak-on-a-stake or a classic smoked turkey leg, fit for a king.

Court Jester at the Maryland Renaissance FestivalMaryland Renaissance Festival dandy

Rent a costume or come dressed as your favorite knight, friar, wench or lady in waiting for even more fun. 

Maryland Renaissance Festival  
1820 Crownsville Road
Crownsville, MD, just outside of Annapolis, MD (map it)

Dates and Times – Saturdays and Sundays, through October 19, 2008. 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Tickets – Adults – $18.00, Seniors – $15.00, kids 7-15 – $8.00, under 7 are free.  Two-day pass $28.00.

Nearest Metro Subway Station – New Carrollton – Orange line, then a 30 minute cab ride.

Parking – Free

Images – dandy, knight, jester, 

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