Who knew the Florida Renaissance Festival would be this much fun? I sure didn’t, that is, until I attended. I wanted to give this event a try because, like you, I’ve seen lots of videos and thought it looked like a ton of fun. I have a slight obsession with the Renaissance era, and I’m fascinated with jousting – you know, hot men in armor, doing manly man’s stuff. I mean, come on, everyone loves a knight in shining armor, right?
I also love to dress up, so having a reason to do so is right up my alley. What I didn’t expect was how much there would be to see and do. Nor did I think it could be enough to entertain me for a day. I was wrong, there’s more than a day’s worth of fun to be had at the Florida Renaissance Festival and then some.
Step into a lively 16th-century village where you can watch jousts, see live performances, witness artisan demonstrations, attend themed weekends, meet costumed performers, hunt for handcrafted treasures, and savor tavern-style fare. The Florida Renaissance Festival emphasizes historical atmosphere, interactive entertainment, and a large artisan marketplace.
How Did The Florida Renaissance Festival Begin?
The Florida Renaissance Festival began as a local community event that sought to recreate the social and theatrical life of 16th-century England. It started modestly and expanded into a multi-weekend production, moving to Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, where organizers could build a permanent festival layout and stages…