Mythical monsters, mermaids, and magical princesses await you at this massive Renaissance festival just south of Dallas. Every year, thousands make the trek to Waxahachie, Texas to see real live pirates, rare oddities, and to watch knights battle it out in an epic joust. Adults and kids alike will enjoy the festivities, workshops, and talented performers at Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie. Did I mention there’s daily beer tastings…
So you may be wondering what to expect at Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie. First, expect to have a lot of fun! Whether you decide to dress up and play along at this 8 week festival located in a hidden village just south of Dallas, TX or not, you’re going to feel comfortable and have the wildest time of your life. Bring the kids too because this is going to be an experience they won’t soon forget! There’s so much to see and do at Scarborough Renaissance Festival:
What to See and Do at Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie
What to See and Do at Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Here’s a small sampling of some things you can see and do at Scarborough Fair:
- See birds of prey obey their master
- Get your picture taken with a unicorn
- Cheer on knights as they battle it out in an epic joust
- See pirates, mermaids, and all manner of sea creatures
- Learn how to treat others in a chivalrous manner from knights in shining armor
- Watch live demonstrations such as jewelry making, glass blowing, metalsmithing, paper making, and more
- Laugh at live comedy shows (some of these are for mature audiences)
- “Volunteer” to help load cannons
- Pay to get insulted by Christophe (rated PG-16)
- Watch the only girl and rat circus performance in the world
- Frolic with local villagers in spritely dance
- Get distracted with comedy, juggling, and curious side-shows
What to Eat and Drink at Scarborough Renaissance Festival
Eat and drink to your heart’s delight at the many vendors and restaurants located throughout Scarborough Village. Artisan breads and sausage kolaches will tempt your taste buds. Usual fare like turkey legs, meat on a stick, and sandwiches will be served. You’ll love sinking your teeth into The King’s Nuts. Be sure to also try Prince Pasquali’s Palace of Pasta Pleasure.
You can see a full listing of kitchens and menus here.
A Renaissance Festival experience wouldn’t be complete without a pub and tavern…and beer! Take a break from Scarborough life and get cheery in one of the festival’s several pubs and taverns serving up ice cold draft beers, bottled beer and cider, wines, mead, and frozen margaritas. Be sure to visit the Village Green tavern for covered seating and home of the Daily Beer Tasting Events, as well as the wildly inappropriate Poetry of Arthur Greenleaf Holmes.
You can see a full listing of pubs and taverns here.
How to Get Tickets for Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie
Click this link to purchase tickets to the festival and have all your pressing questions answered.
COUPON & DISCOUNT OFFERS:
- Discount Tickets will be available at area Tom Thumb and Albertsons Stores beginning March 29th, 2019.
- Adult Tickets – $25
- Child Tickets – $12
- Waxahachie Nissan will have Coupons good for $2 off One (1) Adult Ticket beginning March 29th, 2019.
- Waxahachie Nissan will have 2 Free Tickets for any Test Drive beginning March 29th, 2019.
Dates of Festival: Early April through Memorial Day
Summary
The wildest and funnest festival is happening just south of the metroplex and you’ve gotta check it out! Adults and kids alike will enjoy the festivities, workshops, and talented performers at Scarborough Renaissance Festival in Waxahachie. Plus, there’s daily beer tastings…