Enjoy Family Fun at King Richard's Faire

Huzzah!  King Richard's Faire is in it's 37th season and offers such fun for families! 

We were able to go again this year with thanks to complimentary promotional tickets, and, again, came away from our day in Carvershire happily tired. 

My children look forward to the live, interactive entertainment at King Richard's Faire each year- especially the jousts!  In fact, this year, my youngest was so eager to escape into the woods at King Richard's Faire that he was literally doing his own voluntary mental math several times a week from the day he saw our tickets come in to the day we actually went to the Faire.  Witnessing his countdown anticipation was fun.

Of course, even more fun was actually going to the Faire and - surprise- having him be selected as an audience volunteer.  The entertainer he helped had such wonderful humor and rapport.

Fun for All!

Having been to the Faire for a number of years, our family has come to know and love specific performers.  A couple of those were missing this year, but there were new ones guests could enjoy including the Royal Musicians Accordion Tom, Music the Gathering, and Three Pints Shy and Up In Arms, an acrobatic/juggling performer.

Enjoy we did!

My husband said: 

"Our family is fortunate to have a Renaissance Faire with such a long tradition so close to our home. Jacques the Whipper is a perennial favorite of ours along with the joust to the death."

My oldest son (12) said:

"I really like King Richard's Faire.  One of my favorite things is the jousts.  We watch every single one each year.  This year, I go to be a squire holding something for a knight.  I was happy.

I was kind of sad that Daniel Duke of Danger was missing, but happy that Jaques the Whipper was still there. 

I also liked the guy my brother volunteered with."

My daughter (11) said :

"I enjoyed King Richard's Faire again this year.  Some of my favorite shows were Jacques the Whipper and the joust. 

I hope Daniel Duke of Danger comes back next year! I like the acrobat they had this year, too. 

I also liked the fries." 

My youngest (8) said:

"I like King Richard's Faire.  One of my favorite things is the jousts.  I like how they brought Sir Geoffrey back this year!

My second favorite thing was the food! The hotdogs are big and mine was wrapped in bacon!"

 

As always, I enjoyed the performers, but, more so, relished witnessing my children have such a delightful day in Carvershire.  Giggles, grins, rapt attention, outdoor time, and exercise walking around soaking in the fun are all part and parcel of a fabulous time at the Faire, and I appreciate it all!

Our family had fun watching performers...

... savoring some food, and taking in the atmosphere of the glen with all the games, rides, artisans...

...musicians, and merriment. 

Indeed, there is plenty of merriment at the Faire! At every turn, there is fantasy, fun, and wonder as you encounter the King Richard X and Queen Anne III and their court, nobles, and not-so-noble  subjects...

minstrels and musicians...

 acrobats, stilt walkers, giant puppets...

wenches, muddy beggars, and more. 

With admission, you can freely visit any of the eight stages of live entertainment and the jousts, where a few hundred actors, singers, dancers, stage combat pros, acrobats, and puppeteers sweep you away into the (planned) mayhem and merriment of Carvershire.

In between, you can also enjoy games and rides, shopping in the artisan areas, or having a bite to eat.  For, while the entertainment is the main focus of the Faire, undoubtedly, many love the giant pickles and turkey legs, mead and cocktails, strong man tests axe throwing, handcrafted items and more.  

Plan Your Visit

Fall always seems to get busy, so is it sure is fun to "escape your reality at THE New England Renaissance Faire" as the King Richard's Faire folks say.

The 2018 season runs through October 21 on weekends and Monday holidays from 10:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., tucked away on 80 acres of enchanted forest at 235 Main Street (Rt. 58) in Carver, Mass. 02330. 

Tickets are $32 for adults (12+) and $16 for children ages 4-11 and can be purchased online or at the gate.  Children under 4 are free, and there is free parking.

Discounts can be given to groups of 25 adults or more and private parties can be accommodated (birthdays, vow renewal ceremonies, weddings). Groups may make reservations by emailing info@kingrichardsfaire.net. 

Costumes are welcome and appreciated. In fact, costumed guests tend to be in the majority, not the minority, of the crowd.

Our family did not opt to wear costumes this year, but have in the past, and you can, too.  Wear one there or rent costumes for all ages and sizes right inside the front gate at Seams Like A Dream. And, remember, this is a Fantasy Faire not a medieval/renaissance re-enactment so...anything goes! Be prepared to see it all -  from Monty Python, to Harry Potter, to Game of Thrones, to DC/Marvel superheroes, to all kinds of cosplay.  The flavor of history mixes with the fun of present day creativity at King Richard's Faire!
Visit King Richard’s Faire on  social media on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/TheKingRichardsFair, on Twitter and Instagram @KRFaire, and on Pinterest as well.  You can also reach call 508-866-5391 or email info@kingrichardsfaire.net

Be sure to note the special contests and events which take place every Saturday (and some Sundays) which add to the fun! 

Also note, there is no outside food or beverage allowed in the Faire unless cleared by the office first, so eat a big breakfast before arrival and have some cash on hand for food in case you get hungry at the Faire.  (There are GF/V/LF options available.)

Finally, in case you did not notice in our pictures, King Richard's Faire takes place in the woods, and, although Carvershire is well maintained for safe and enjoyable Renaissance fantasy fun,  there are tree roots and weather to contend with, and the bathrooms are porto-potties (ones with running water!) So, dress and plan accordingly. 


Disclaimer:We received free promotional tickets in exchange for this honest review.  We were not required to write a positive review nor were we compensated in any other way.  All opinions we have expressed are our own family's.  We are disclosing this in accordance with the FTC Regulations.