1-Tank Adventure: Medieval Fun At The NY Renaissance Faire

HUDSON VALLEY, NY — There is only one annual event in the Hudson Valley that offers visitors the chance to time travel.

The iconic New York Renaissance Faire will open for its 45th Anniversary season on August 27, for seven weekends before closing for the season on October 9.

Costumes are optional, but it might add to the fun to dress in Elizabethan garb. Likewise, face covering requirements will be determined by the latest recommendations from health officials.

"Our team is thrilled to be back and doing what we do best: presenting world-class, immersive entertainment that will put a smile on your face," New York Renaissance Faire owner Linda McFeters said. "We continue to work closely with the local health department and follow the most current CDC recommendations to ensure the safety of our guests, vendors, participants and staff."

All of the traditional events and activities are back, including the village transported from 1574, complete with traditional artisans and merchants (plus a few vendors with decidedly modern wares). Jousting tournaments and period-perfect music performances, archery, acrobats and LARP-ing will culminate with a visit from the queen who the Elizabethan era is named after.

Demonstrations by potters, blacksmiths and other working artisans will be on offer throughout each day.

For some of us, the faire food is half the fun. Traditional favorites, including gigantic turkey legs, and steak-on-a-stake will be available. Anachronistic fare, including Impossible Burgers and gluten-free treats from the Village Bakery, will also be sold. Perhaps more importantly, craft brews, ciders and cocktails may also be purchased by those who were born before today's date in 1553 (or can prove they are of legal age).

There will be three special event weekends back by popular demand:

• Marketplace Weekend, Sep. 3, 4 & 5: Guests will be rewarded for shopping in the Marketplace with complimentary tickets to return to the faire.
• Time Travelers' Weekend, Sep. 10 & 11: Guests are invited to dress in their finest time-traveling attire of any era.
• Pirate Weekend, Sep. 17 & 18: "Shiver your timbers with a whole crew of costumed swashbucklers!"

IF YOU GO:

DATES: The New York Renaissance Faire takes place Aug. 27 through October 9 on Saturdays, Sundays and Labor Day Monday, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., rain or shine.

WHERE: 600 Route 17A in Tuxedo (11 miles south of The Woodbury Common Premium Outlets)

TICKETS: Adult tickets are $35 for ages 13 and older. Children's tickets are $18 for ages 5 to 12. Children under 5 years of age are free. Senior citizen and military tickets are $30.

DISCOUNTS: Advance purchase discounts are available online. Group rates are available for 15 guests or more by calling the ticket office at 845-351-5171.

PARKING: General parking is free. Preferred parking can be purchased for $20.

PUBLIC TRANSIT: On event days, direct, round-trip bus transportation is available from the Port Authority in Manhattan. More information can be found here.