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Courtesy of Kearny Park Renaissance Faire
Kearney Park Renaissance Fair
Courtesy of Kearny Park Renaissance Faire
November 14th and 15, 2009 near Fresno, California
This year the Kearney Park Renaissance Faire will focus on Henry VIII and Katherine Paar. Included will be a full battle pageant, full contact jousting and for you lovers of Archery, a full tournament! Throughout the faire will be jugglers, magicians, and dancers, and to top it all off the Court will attend in full regalia. Huzzah~!
In the year 1542, filled with pomp and spectacle of a 16th century battle complete with cannon and matchlock. King Henry will be presiding over a Border war. Participation by costumed actors from various Renaissance guilds will add to the feeling of authenticity. King Henry’s court, English and Scots nobility, merchants, peasants and soldiers will be present to re-enact the events of the times. In addition to enjoying live stage performances and mock battles, the fairgoer will have a cornucopia of food, crafts, jewelry and period attire available for purchase.
The presentation of this historical era in an enjoyable, educational and safe environment makes it a sure bet for family entertainment. Transport yourself to England in 1542 and gaze in wonder at the sights and sounds.
Faire Overview: The faire will open each day with Henry VIII sending his troops to Scotland to retaliate against their border raids. A border war will be re-enacted in the open area between the English and Scots camps. Henry, Catherine Parr and the English court will then have a public banquet to celebrate the victory. The afternoon stage performances will address the Christmas amnesty and release of the prisoners and the subsequent Advent celebration in London.
Dates and times
November 8 & 9, 2008
10:00am – 5:00pm both days
From 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Address
4413 E Ashcroft
Fresno, CA 93726
Directions:
FROM HWY. 99, TAKE THE BELMONT EXIT. GO WEST A MILE OR TWO TO HAYES, TURN LEFT, TO KEARNEY BLVD., TURN RIGHT AND FOLLOW THE FLAGS TO THE PARK ENTRANCE.
This faire is near:
Fresno, CA
Village Information
Name: Kearney
Year:: 1542-45
Theme: BORDER WAR BETWEEN ENGLAND AND SCOTLAND, WITH AMNESTY GIVEN IN THE AFTERNOON AND CHRISTMAS REVELS.
Attendance: 5,000
Number of booths/stages: 40 / 2
Notes
Camping: NOT AVAILABLE
Costumes: HENRY VIII, TUDOR STYLE, NO RUFFS OR SLOPS PLEASE.
Picnic: THERE WILL BE MANY PERIOD FOOD BOOTHS AVAILABLE.
Animals: Not encouraged.
Alcohol: Not sold, but may have own.
Weapons: MUST BE PEACE TIED AT ALL TIMES. ANY STREET GIGS MUST BE ARRANGED IN ADVANCE WITH TIM CRIMMINS.
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