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June, 17th & 18th


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 on the Rose Stage at noon.  Meet with a mermaid and make merry with a living statue. This is also First responder appreciation weekend! Buy one get one free for adult tickets with an employee badge. Children of first responders under the age of 12 are free! Only available at the festival box office.


June 24th & 25th


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. Only available at the festival box office.


July 1st & 2nd


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 on the Rose Stage at noon.  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 8th & 9th


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 on the Rose Stage at Noon!


July 15th & 16th


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 on the Rose Stage at noon and don’t forget to Drink up me hearties yo ho!


July 22nd & 23rd


Wine and Revelry Weekend

“The Discovery of a good wine is increasingly better for mankind than the discovery of a new star” ~Leonardo Da Vinci. 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, on the rose stage at noon, as well as Free Sampling of some of the finest vintages from area wineries. Join Centennial State bagpipe band on the streets throughout the day.


July 29th & 30th


Renaissance Romance and Masquerade Weekend

Its time for a final visit to the Magic and Romance of the Renaissance age! 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 on the Rose Stage at noon. 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 5th & 6th


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.  Costume Contest on the Rose Stage at noon.  Whether you’re on an adventure to the past or coming back to the future, come take your 46th season out with a Big Bang!

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