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Michigan Renaissance Festival: High Seas Adventure

By J. Sharpe August 22, 2016
Huzzah! It's that time of year again - Renaissance Festival Time! This super-popular family event begins August 20th and runs every weekend through October 2nd, as well as on Labor Day and "Festival Friday", September 30th! The Fest is open 10am-7pm, rain or shine.  



Located in Holly, MI at 12600 Dixie Highway, once you arrive at the Michigan Renaissance Festival you will be transported back in time to a world full of Lords & Ladies, Jousting matches, loads of entertainment, and food fit for a King! The pageantry of a 16th century village is evident in the wide variety of activities. Entertainment is not only featured on seventeen stages, but in the lanes and on an interactive level with the patrons. From peasants to royalty, the people of the village of Hollygrove entertain guests and provide a day to remember! 


Highlights include the thrilling full contact joust with armored knights and horses, the intensity of the Human Combat Chess Match and the hilarity of acts like the Washing Well Wenches, Ded Bob and The Tortuga Twins. Music fills the air with Tartanic, Crannog and other talented bands. The Realm is filled with amazing artisans who offer their unique wares and often share their skills in craft demonstrations. Beautiful glassware, crafted leather, exotic jewelry and Renaissance clothing are just a few examples of the masterpieces that can be found in the marketplace. Visitors are advised to skip breakfast and save their appetite for the fresh baked goods, soup in a bread bowl, Scotch eggs, apple dumplings and of course, the famous turkey legs that are cooked over an open flame. The array of foods is overwhelming and sure to satisfy any cravings! It is truly fun for the whole family since the Renaissance Festival also offers games, human-powered rides, and a Children’s Realm that features a castle playscape as well as free activities for younger visitors.

Back again this year are the Mural, Fairy House, and Belly Dance Competitions plus several others you can read more about by clicking
HERE.  

Themed Weekends include:

1) August 20-21: Royal Pet & Ale Fest

2) August 27-28: Highland Fling

3) September 3, 4, 5: High Seas Adventure

4) September 10-11: Wonders of the World

5) September 17-18: Shamrocks & Shenanigans

6) September 24-25: Harvest Huzzah

September 30: Festival Friday!

7) October 1-2: Sweet Endings

Click HERE for more details about each weekend's theme.


Tickets can be purchased at the gate for $22.95 for adults, $13.95 for kids ages 5-12 (Kids under 5 years old are FREE), $20.95 Seniors 65+, and students with a valid ID are eligible for a rate of $19.95. Season passes are also available for purchase.

Advanced tickets bought online are $19.95 for adults and $11.50 for kids, and can be purchased HERE.  

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