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To many, the thrill of the fall season comes from knowing it is also usually renaissance fair season. Ren faires, so called by the revelrous fans who attend them yearly, are events where people can step back in time and experience an ancient world of crafting, food and entertainment. Participants can experience it by simply attending, or by going in full regalia, dressed like a squire or rogue or maiden the likes of which you’d only hear about in storybooks.
The Ohio and Michigan Renaissance Festivals are large outdoor gatherings regularly attended year in and year out by faithful and loyal fans. A local group is looking to make a similar tradition of the Black Swamp Ren Fest which takes place on October 17th at The Toledo Club in Downtown Toledo, and attendance is free with a canned food donation to benefit the SeaGate Food Bank of NW Ohio.
Fantastic venue
Though many renaissance festivals are held outside, the Black Swamp festival takes place in the Toledo Club itself. The festivities are being held by Gathering of Kingdoms, LTD, a local group specializing in cosplay and immersive fantasy events like this. From mystical ballroom parties to holiday fantasy markets, they specialize in bringing fantasy to reality. Gathering is run by The Baroness, who is excited to be bringing another gathering to the prestigious event center downtown…