The Minnesota Renaissance Festival

By Jason Rhein

Go back in time to the Medieval era at the annual Minnesota Renaissance Festival! The festival is the largest Renaissance themed event in the United States and welcomes approximately 300,000 visitors every year.

With about 250 artisan booths, 500 entertainers and 12 stages, there is always something to do and see. You can watch some live jousting or indulge in some medieval foods.

The festival is open for two more weekends, September 24 - 25 and September 30 - October 2. Cost is $20.95 for adults (age 13-64), $18.95 for seniors (age 65+), $11.95 for children (age 5-12) and free to children 4 and under. For more information about hours, shows, tickets and location, visit http://www.renaissancefest.com/MRF/.

Photo Credit: Apehanger