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King Richard’s Faire 2021 in Carver MA

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King Richard’s Faire is back starting Labor day weekend in Carver MA. It is New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival, with full days of live, interactive entertainment for all ages. It opens its 2021  season during Labor Day weekend  September 4th    and runs weekends and Monday holidays from 10:30am-6pm through October 24th.

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King Richard’s Faire! Entertainment, exciting rides and skilled games abound on the Faire’s enchanting 80 acre wooded site. You’ll be dazzled by acrobats, aerialists, and jugglers! Captivated with our minstrels, dancers and puppeteers and instantly enthralled by fire eaters, and exotic tigers. Hundreds of talented performers perform non-stop for you throughout the day when visiting any one of our eight vibrant stages.

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The King’s handsome knights battle on horseback as bawdy beggars compete in mud. Wacky wenches will leave you in stitches while happy villagers engage you in the lanes. Frolicking faeries can be seen dancing through the forest, where you can try your skill in his majesty’s Gaming Glen.

Epicurean pleasures, suited for royalty, will tantalize your taste buds with the Faire’s unbelievable choices of truly scrumptious treats. Satiate your palate with giant spit-roasted turkey legs, ringlets of fryes, and boules of chowder or stew. Don’t forget to quench thy thirst with champagne, wine, and brew!

Many of the King’s talented artisans journey from around the globe and have much to offer all who enter the gates. You’ll discover beautiful handspun pottery, fabulous jewelry, and incredible face painting. Delight in period clothing, leather, armor, and moccasins. Be amazed with sword making, glass blowing and portrait painting. Revel in scented oils, perfumes and fantastic psychic readings as you make memories to last a lifetime!

You may also purchase tickets at the gate the day you attend.  Tickets purchased at the gate must be paid for with cash. Several ATM’s are available inside the Faire.

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Adult Admission (12+)  $37.00   +$3.03 Fee

Children’s Admission (ages 4-11)  $18.00  +$2.54 Fee

Know before you go!
– Buy your tickets online to use a credit card. Most vendors accept credit cards.
– If you have a Groupon  , print it out for faster service for all. Be ready when you get to the ticket taker!
– Wifi in the woods is unpredictable. Screenshot = less stress.
– Cash only for food tickets, so bring with you to avoid ATM lines.
– Food ticket lines are short in the morning – buy first, wait less.
– Arrive at 10:30 a.m. and meet the Royal Court just inside the front gate – great photo opportunities!
– No smoking/vaping, or outside food/beverage please.
– Masks are required inside shops and where social distancing is difficult to maintain.
– If you are feeling any symptoms, please stay home and join us another day when you are sure you are well.

 

WEEKEND 1

 

CARVER DAY!
Saturday, September 4th

Free admission for Carver Residents with proper ID

Sunday, SALUTE TO SAFETY!!! MILITARY & FIRST RESPONDERS APPRECIATION DAY!
Sunday, September 5th

Free admission to all military/police/fire/EMTs/Paramedics who show their valid IDs at the box office during normal show hours. For active and retired military, a valid military ID is an identity document issued by the US DOD to identify a person as a member of any US Armed Forces: CAC, Form DD214, DOD Form 1173 for retirees.

OPEN FOR LABOR DAY
Monday, September 6th

WEEKEND 2


CORSET WEARING WORKSHOP (18+)
Saturday, September 11th @ 2:30pm
Location: Washing Well Stage

Learn where to purchase, how to size properly, lace up, and look your best for the 2021 CLEAVAGE CONTEST at this entertaining and informative workshop provided by the incredible clothiers of Carvershire

CLEAVAGE CONTEST (18+)
Saturday, September 11th @ 4:00pm RFA*
Location: The King’s Stage

(First 50 female contestants to sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30 will be allowed to compete)

Beauty of all shapes and sizes on display. This annual adult-themed contest will have you bouncing with anticipation to find out who will be crowned the winner!

BEER OLYMPICS (21+)
Sunday, September 12th @ 4:00pm RFA*
Location: The King’s Stage

(First 50 contestants to sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30 will be allowed to compete)

Have you ever thought you had what it takes to compete in the Olympics? This fantastic new contest will have you competing in the most unlikely events that you remember from your college days with a “round” for the winners at the end!

WEEKEND 3

 

VOW RENEWAL CEREMONY (18+)
Saturday, September 18th @ 4:00pm
Location: The King’s Stage

(First 25 married couples to sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30 will be invited on stage, any additional married couples or those couples with children wishing to be part of this non-binding ceremony will be positioned in front of the stage at the audience level.)

Show the world how much you love your spouse by taking the plunge all over again! All married couples are welcome to participate in this family-friendly commemorative hand-fasting ceremony.

$$ PUB CRAWL $$ (21+)
Sunday, September 19th @ 2:000pm RFA*
Location: Cavershire Pubs

(Additional Fee. First 25 guests, 21+ who sign-up on-line by emailing info@kingrichardsfaire.net by 9/15/21 and securing their spot with a deposit. SORRY, NO CHILDREN ALLOWED)

Want to enjoy 2 hours of guided hilarity while taking part in stage shows, receiving 3 adult beverages and snacks, and meeting new friends…then don’t wait to sign-up!

WEEKEND 4

 

TEAM TUG-O-WAR CONTEST (18+)
Saturday, September 25th @ 4:00pm
Location: Tournament Field

(First 8 teams of up to 10 persons who sign up at the King’s Mural on the Joust Field will be able to compete)

This contest of strength and skill will decide- who is wimp, and who is warrior-does your crew have what it takes?

TEAM TUG-O-WAR CONTEST (18+)
Sunday, September 25th @ 4:00 pm

Located on the Tournament Field
(First 8 teams of up to 10 persons who sign up at the King’s Mural on the Joust Field will be able to compete)

This contest of strength and skill will decide- who is wimp, and who is warrior-does your crew have what it takes?

WEEKEND 5

 

HOUSE MEET-UPS (ALL AGES)
Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday, October 3rd ALL DAY!
Location:Remembrance Shoppe

(Join other members of your chosen house at stage shows throughout the day. A list of the different meet ups will be available just outside the Remembrance Shoppe located at the front gate)

POTIONS CLASS (11-)
Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday, October 3rd @ TBD
Location: Kid’s Cove

(First 50 children 11 and under who arrive at the Kid’s Cove for this event will be able to attend this “explosive” class in potions!)

SORTING OF HOUSES (ALL AGES)
Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday, October 3rd @ 4:00pm
Location: The King’s Stage

(This is a timed event and will accommodate as many guests as possible on a first come first served basis during the 45 min run time. Guests towards the end of the line may be informed that they will not be able to be officially sorted but may join the house of their choosing for the costume parade.)

 

This wildly popular event returns with more time, which means that more guests can discover what HP house they belong to! Do you know yours? Want to find out? Dress to impress and join the crowd at this purely entertaining, straight from the “Hat’s” mouth-sorting of houses! The “Hat” will do it’s very best to sort you and your friends into one of the four infamous houses from the HP series. Pay attention to the directions at the stage and keep the line moving so as many of your friends as possible can find out their true house match! This is a timed event and will accommodate as many persons as possible during its 45-minute run time.

WITCHES AND WIZARDS COSTUME PARADE (ALL AGES)
Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday October 3rd @ 4:45pm
Location: The King’s Stage

(All appropriate themed costumed individuals are welcome to join in the parade line)

All Fans dressed as a witch or wizard or in their HP gear are encouraged to join in this Costume Parade which begins at the end of the “Sorting of Houses” and travels to the Final Joust. King Richard and his royal advisors will select 3 lucky costumed individuals to be his special guests at the 5pm joust at the end of the Parade.

WITCHES DANCE
Saturday, October 2nd and Sunday October 3rd @ 5:00pm
Location: Tournament Field

(Dancing witches, who know the routine will be allowed to take to the tournament field. For information on learning the routine please email info@kingrichardsfaire.net)

Grab your broomstick and summon your inner joy as you tap your feet along with these wickedly talented witches!

 

WEEKEND 6

 

HIGHLAND HUNKS CONTEST (18+)
Saturday, October 9th @ 4:00pm RFA*
Located at the King’s Stage

(First 50 male contestants to sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30 will be allowed to compete)

Men of all shapes and sizes compete in a “clash of the tartans” at this annual adult-themed Men in Kilts contest. No kilt, no problem-there’s a category for you…. But, you’ll have to win the audience over!

HIGHLAND GAMES (18+)
Monday, October 11th @ 4:00pm
Location: The Tournament Field

(First 50 contestants to sign-up at the King’s Mural on the Joust Field will be allowed to compete)

Do you have what it takes to be the ultimate winner of this brand-new competition? Compete in King Richard’s version of this classic Highland competition and find out! Guests with bodily injuries (including but not limited to neck, back, spine, or neuro-muscular) should not compete due to risk of further injury. All competing contestants are responsible for their own actions and agree not to hold King’s Faire Inc. responsible for any injuries or medical bills they might incur during competition or as a result thereafter.

WEEKEND 7

 

TRIVIA FROM “A GALAXY FAH, FAH AWAY” (12+)
Saturday, October 16th @ 4:00pm
The King’s Stage

(First 50 contestants 12+ Who sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30 will be allowed to compete)

Compete in this contest, you will! Find out who knows the most about the Empire in question…no mind tricks!

TIME TRAVELERS COSTUME PARADE (ALL AGES)
Saturday, October 16th @ 4:45pm
Location: Tournament Field

(All appropriate themed costumed individuals are welcome to join in the parade line behind the King’s mural on the Joust Field)

All Fans dressed in a costume are encouraged to join in this Costume Parade. King Richard and his royal advisors will select 3 lucky costumed individuals to be his special guests at the 5pm joust at the end of the Parade.

WEEKEND 8

 

KNIGHTING CERMONY & CHIDREN’S COSTUME PARADE (11 and under)
Saturday, October 23rd @ 2:00pm
Location: Dance Stage

(All children 11 and under are welcome to dress in their favorite costume and go to the Dance Stage for the knighting ceremony)
There they will partake in a special lesson from Queen Anne and King Richard himself. At the conclusion of the ceremony the children will parade out and onto the Tournament field.

ADULT COSTUME CONTEST (18+)
Saturday, October 23rd @ 4:00pm
Location:The King’s Stage

(First 50 persons/contestants to sign-up at the Maypole located between the King’s & Queen’s Stage beginning at 3:30)

This annual contest showcases the talent of our guests. Costumed guests compete to see who has the stuff that will wow the audience. Winners will be selected in each of the following categories: Renaissance, science fiction movies and most creative (must be hand-made).

WITCHES DANCE
Saturday, October 23rd and Sunday October 24th @ 4:45pm
Location: Tournament Field

(Dancing witches, who know the routine will be allowed to take to the tournament field. For information on learning the routine please email info@kingrichardsfaire.net)

Grab your broomstick and summon your inner joy as you tap your feet along with these wickedly talented witches!

DRACARUS-FESTIVAL OF LIGHT (ALL AGES)
Saturday, October 23rd and Sunday October 24th @ 4:50pm
Location: Tournament Field

(Viewing pleasure only)

Guests are invited to watch festival performers as they set the Tournament Field ablaze with their talent. This spectacular show will light the way for the Final Joust at 5 pm!

THE FINAL DRUM JAM (ALL AGES)
Sunday October 24th @ 6:00pm
Location: FRONTGATE

(Viewing pleasure only)
Guests are invited to front gate with King Richard, Queen Anne, and all of the festival performers, as they say goodbye for another year. Dance to the beat of Majestic Drums provided by Mystic Rhythms as you make a wish underneath the enchanting October sky.

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