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Pirates Festival Apr. 26 - 27, 2008 Renaissance
Festival May 10 - June 15, 2008
Crossroads Riverview Park in Corona,
California transforms into a Medieval village for five weekends each spring in
an annual event not to be missed. Southern Californians people from around the
globe migrate to Corona, bringing costumes, clans and an attitude. The Old World
Renaissance Festival – Southern California’s only permanent Renaissance
Village–becomes a 1450-1600 European Village celebrating inventions and changes
of the renaissance era.
Website: renaissanceinfo.com
Cost: $18 (coupons on website)
Location: Crossroads Riverview Park, 14600 River Rd, Corona, CA 92880 When: Weekends Visitors are kept in motion with five stages that feature plays, music,
dance, comedy and juggling in a festive atmosphere. What's cool about the event
is the people who attend. They go to shops where period costumes are rented,
paying up to several hundred dollars to outfit the family for the occasion. It's
not just an event, it's truly a passion. And if you think children don't dig it,
just take them some time. Most kids will find the canon fire, bubble fest,
tug-of-war games, horse shows, food, and fun is all they need to spend a
memorable time with mom and dad, or grandma and grandpa.
Wandering minstrels, archery competitions, jousting of the
Imperial Knights and their amazing trained horses and a variety of strolling
musical acts even allow guests to march along and participate. In addition to
the the entertainment factor, traditional school of arts and crafts for children
of all ages. demonstrations of glass blowers, soap makers, potters, fine swords
purveyors, jewelry makers, leather crafters, period clothing manufacturers and
European merchants sell beautifully crafted wares. In addition to all the stuff to keep you entertained, there are some
great foods that don't cost an arm and a leg. Bratwurst, plates, salads, kids
foods, soft drinks, beer and lots of sweet treats will keep the kiddies and
adults on a sugar high throughout the event. Where: Crossroads Riverview Park - 14600 River Rd, Corona, CA. The
festival uses 9 beautiful acres of the 120-acre park. renaissanceinfo.com
Where to stay: It's OK to rough it for the
festival event, or for a road trip, but we like creature comforts and find them
at
Ayres Inn Corona East, where the hotel offers European, Old World charm in a
nice atmosphere. Families may want to consider staying at the
Residence Inn by Marriott where you can get a two-room suite to accommodate
the entire clan.
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