Miami’s ‘16th-Century Village’ Is Only 40 Minutes From Downtown — With Live Jousting, Hearty Feasts, And A Hidden Winding Labyrinth

It’s the start of the year, and Miami is beginning to feel a little dull again. But as luck would have it, just 40 minutes from Downtown lies the ultimate escape — and it’s running for eight straight weekends. Hidden away in Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Renaissance Festival is like stepping straight into the 16th century. This medieval fair has it all: live jousting, handcrafted goods, whimsical rides, hearty cuisine, and everything in between. Intrigued yet?

Running on consecutive weekends from starting from Feb. 7–8 until March 28–29, each weekend has a different theme, and each as special as the last. The festival transforms Deerfield Beach’s Quiet Waters Park into the Village of Kimmendale. And, for those looking for another form of escapism in Fort Lauderdale, Candlelight concerts are hosted in a range of different unique venues, turning concerts into something a lot more magical.

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