Ready thyself, Colorado. The Renaissance Festival is nigh!
The Colorado Renaissance Festival is a staple during the summertime, and it's making its grand return in 2023. The annual event will be held on the weekends from June 17 through August 6 (Saturdays and Sundays only) in Larkspur, Colorado.
"This season we will take you on a magical tour through time and legend. As you wander down the village streets and pathways of the Colorado Renaissance Festival, experience a 16th Century Renaissance Amusement Park!" says the event's official website.
Whether you dress up as a fairy, pirate, or something in between, you're bound to have a merry time! And with each weekend having its own theme, you'll have plenty of opportunities to dress up in your best costumes! Speaking of which, that brings us to the main focus of this article: the themed weekends.
View the list of themed weekends for the 2023 Colorado Renaissance Festival below:
Themed Weekends for the 2023 Colorado Renaissance Festival:
- June 17-18 - Magical Fantasy Weekend:
- "A weekend dedicated to fantasy creatures of all ages and varieties. The magical inhabitants of the realm have come out to play. Have a dance with a fairy or a hug from a Unicorn. Join us one and all for a costume contest ... Meet with a mermaid and make merry with a living statue."
- June 24-25 - Ale and Art Festival, Military Appreciation Weekend:
- "Join us for a celebration of art and the art of ale making. Enjoy a free beer tasting for adults at the dancing bear pub. Participate in a speed drawing competition for fabulous prizes. Join us in a special salute to our service members ... All prior and active duty Military may purchase BOGO adult tickets at the Festival Box office and their Children under 12 are free with a Military ID."
- July 1-2 - Children's Weekend:
- "Throughout this weekend dedicated to young lads and lasses, children ages 12 and under experience the Festival for free with a paying adult admission ticket. Just be sure to pick up the child’s ticket from the festival box office. Special activities include the Prince, Princess and Pirate Costume Contest time and location TBD Also, there is the Royal Quest, knighting ceremonies and photos with the King and Queen. Be sure to enjoy medieval rides and games of skill!"
- July 8-9 - Celtic Weekend:
- "Listen to the traditional sounds of Celtic musicians, Scottish pipe bands and madrigal singers throughout the Realm. Sing along with our Irish Troubadour as he performs popular ballads. Enjoy performances from The Pikes Peak Highlanders. Get ready to don ye kilts for the Men in Kilts Contest!"
- July 15-16 - Pirate Invasion Weekend:
- "Pirates and Scallywags have invaded the festival! Bring your children to the front gate to join the Captain's crew and seek out his legendary treasure. Participate in a costume contest and don’t forget to Drink up me hearties yo ho!"
- July 22-23 - Wine Revelry Weekend:
- "For this weekend dedicated to 'The Nectar of the Gods,' we intend to use it very well, indeed! Participate in the legendary Grape Stomp Competitions for prizes ... as well as Free Sampling of some of the finest vintages from local wineries."
- July 29-30 - Love and Romance Weekend:
- "Join our Romeos and Juliets in this weekend dedicated to lovers. Renew your vows and faith and commitment at our 'Renewal of Vows,' both Saturday and Sunday. Also, participate in our 'Wooing' Competition taking place in the streets throughout the day! Show you’re capable of wooing said lasses! Romance is in the air!"
- August 5-6 - Time Travelers Weekend and Final Huzzah:
- "It’s the final weekend of the King's visit. We invite everyone from the past, present, and future, to join us in an epic celebration. Whether you’re on an adventure to the past or coming back to the future, come take your 45th season out with a Big Bang!"
Tickets to the Colorado Renaissance Festival can be purchased online at coloradorenaissance.com/tickets.
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