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Planning Your Day at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival
The Central Coast Renaissance Festival offers a delightful escape to the past with its vibrant reenactments, performances, and Renaissance market. With temperatures expected to reach around 80 degrees, planning your day thoughtfully can ensure you enjoy the event to the fullest. Here’s a guide to help you make the most of your visit. Before we […]
What Do You Get For Your Money at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival?
Assume you’re an adult and pay $30 to enter the Central Coast Renaissance Festival in San Luis Obispo on July 20 & 21. What do you get for that? For starters, you’ll be immersed in non-stop entertainment from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Six stages come alive with singing, dancing, storytelling, acrobatics, comedy, and all […]
Get Through the Entry Gate Faster at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival with A Clear Bag!
Are you planning to bring a backpack or bag with personal items to the Central Coast Renaissance Festival? In today’s world, our professional security will want to check the contents. Want to speed up your entry time and enjoy more of the festivities? We have just the solution for you: a clear sling bag that’s […]
Constables of The Shire
The always humorous Constables of the Shire, citizen-police of Shakespeare’s era, roam the streets of the Central Coast Renaissance Festival looking for misbehavior amongst the faire goers. Watch for them as they may accuse you of outrageous charges, then place you in the stocks…all in good fun and a great photo opportunity of course. They […]
Renaissance Festival Costumes – Where Should You Begin?
Renaissance Festival season is here, and that means it’s time to think about costumes! While wearing a costume isn’t mandatory at these festivals, it certainly enhances the magical and immersive experience as we talk about in Why Wear A Costume At The Renaissance Festival and Creating Your Renaissance Character. So, where should you begin? Our website […]
5 Reasons You Can’t Miss the Central Coast Renaissance Festival
Step into a world where knights test their skills in combat, troubadours serenade, and artisans craft with skill and passion. The Central Coast Renaissance Festival is back on July 20 & 21 at San Luis Obispo’s beautiful Laguna Lake Park. Here are five compelling reasons why it’s an event you absolutely can’t afford to miss […]
Celebrating May Day in Renaissance England
As winter’s chill finally loosened its icy grip, the arrival of May carried a sense of rebirth and revelry across the villages and towns of Renaissance England. It was a time to celebrate! This first day of May, called May Day, marked an annual rite of passage – a lively, passionate celebration of spring’s renewal […]
12 Tips To Have A Magical Visit To The Central Coast Renaissance Festival
The Central Coast Renaissance Festival will turn San Luis Obispo’s Laguna Lake Park into a Renaissance village on July 20 & 21, 2024. This isn’t like any other summer festival, so here’s some advice on what to expect and how to get the most enjoyment out of this unique experience. From the moment you arrive, […]
Creating Your Renaissance Character
The Central Coast Renaissance Festival is a vibrant celebration of history, culture, and creativity. One of the most exciting aspects of this festival is the opportunity to get a costume and develop a character from that era. Whether you are a participant or paid guest, creating a Renaissance character makes your visit so much more […]
Food and Drink at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival
As the scent of roasted meats and freshly baked pastries fills the air, a visit to the Central Coast Renaissance Festival will transport you to a realm where delightful food and drink intertwine with the magic of the past. Amidst the bustling streets and vibrant performances, the array of food offerings will invite you to […]
Pyes in Renaissance England
In celebration of Pi Day, let’s delve into the history of pies and what they were in Renaissance England. Before we go back to the 16th centuery, we should look into how Pi Day came to be a nationally recognized day passed by the House of Representatives on March 12, 2009. Origin of Pi Day […]
A Peasant’s Breakfast in Renaissance England
In Renaissance England, the peasant class relied on a simple yet nourishing breakfast to sustain them for the day’s toil in the farms and fields. This morning meal, typically devoid of extravagance, was composed of staple foods readily available to those of modest means. A Typical Peasant Breakfast […]
The Harsh Reality of a Peasant Woman’s Life in 16th Century England
For the vast majority of women in Renaissance England, life was an endless cycle of backbreaking labor and hardship. Born into poverty, most females of the peasant class had a harsh existence that began before they could even walk. From a tender age, peasant girls were tasked with chores and responsibilities to support the family […]
Beer in Elizabethan Life: A Quaffable Companion to Society
It’s probably no surprise that the ale stand is one of the busiest, most popular places in any Renaissance Festival today. It has been that way for hundreds of years. In the Elizabethan era, beer was not just a beverage; it was a cornerstone of daily life, deeply intertwined with social, economic, and cultural aspects […]
Dancing Through the Elizabethan Renaissance
During the Elizabethan Renaissance, dance was an important aspect of English culture. It was a way for people to come together, socialize, and express themselves through movement. Dance was popular among both the upper and lower classes, and it was often performed in a variety of settings, including the court, the theater, and the home. […]
Experience the 38th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival!
Join us for an enchanting journey back in time at the highly anticipated 38th Annual Central Coast Renaissance Festival! Immerse yourself in a world of chivalry, merriment, and medieval charm at this captivating event taking place in the heart of the Central Coast. Step into a realm where knights don shining armor, actors amuse with […]
The Majestic Tapestry of Renaissance England’s Royalty
Once upon a time, during the vibrant era of the Renaissance in England, a multitude of distinct royals graced the courts with their presence, each with their unique personalities, aspirations, and struggles. Let us embark on a journey through the corridors of power and witness the tapestry of royalty that adorned this remarkable period. First […]
The Emergence of the Plague Doctor
During the bubonic plague outbreaks in Elizabethan England, the role of the “plague doctor” emerged. These were physicians who were tasked with treating those who had contracted the disease, but also with trying to prevent its spread. However, it is important to note that the term “plague doctor” was not commonly used during the Elizabethan […]
Feast Like Royalty: A Guide to the Delicious Food Choices at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival
The Central Coast Renaissance Festival is a celebration of the culture and customs of the Renaissance period. Along with live music, battling knights, and other forms of entertainment, the festival also offers a wide variety of food and drink options that are sure to satisfy any visitor’s hunger and thirst. From traditional fare like turkey […]
A Look at Breasts and Modesty Throughout History
No pun intended, OK? Alright, moving on . . . The Central Coast Renaissance Festival, and most Renaissance Faires and Festivals, attempt to simulate what it might have been like in Europe 450 years ago. We get some things right, but honestly, we are off base on a few. That’s OK. It’s all in the […]
Falconry in the Renaissance Era and its Enduring Legacy Today
Experience the Thrill of Falconry at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival Falconry is an ancient sport and practice that most people rarely, if ever, see. You will get an up-close look at it at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival. Falconry, also known as hawking, was a popular pastime among the wealthy during the Renaissance Era. […]
Renaissance festival hairstyles for women: a guide to peasant, middle class, and noble styles
During the Renaissance era, hair was considered an essential element of women’s fashion, and different hairstyles were adopted by women of different classes. The peasant, middle class, and nobility all had their unique styles, which reflected their social status and lifestyle. Middle-class women, on the other hand, had more resources and time to devote to […]
A Renaissance Festival Romance, Conclusion
Read Part 1 of the story here. Read Part 2 of the story here. Read Part 3 of the story here. In the weeks following the Renaissance Festival, William and Lily found themselves reminiscing about the joy and excitement of the event. They often talked about their favorite moments at the festival and laughed about […]
Raggedy Redbeard and the Princess: A Tale of Pirate Stories and Kindness
Raggedy Redbeard and the Princess” is a heartwarming tale of a pirate performer at the Central Coast Renaissance Festival, who shares his stories of life on the high seas with a young girl dressed as a princess. As the festival draws to a close and the crowds disperse, the unlikely pair find comfort in each other’s company, reminding us of the power of storytelling and kindness, even in the most unexpected of places.
English Renaissance: From Simple Language to Shakespeare’s Inventions and Modern English
During the English Renaissance, the English language underwent significant changes and evolved into the modern form we know today. At the beginning of the Renaissance, English was still a relatively simple language, with a limited vocabulary and a grammar that was much simpler than that of other European languages. However, as England began to emerge […]
From Historically Accurate to Fantastical: The Rich Variety of Festival Costumes
The festival is a great place to see a variety of costumes and fashions, ranging from historically accurate garb to imaginative interpretations of Renaissance style. Here are some of the different types of costumes and fashions you might see: Historical Accuracy: Some festival-goers take great care to create historically accurate costumes that are representative of […]
Why is Sarah Sad?
Sarah had always been fascinated with the Renaissance era, the fashion, the food, and the activities. She had heard a lot of great things about the Central Coast Renaissance Festival, and she had made up her mind to attend the event. The festival promised a weekend of fun-filled activities like jousting, live music, and artisans […]
Alcohol in English Renaissance Diets and Modern Renaissance Festivals
Alcohol played a significant role in the diets of both nobility and peasants during the English Renaissance period. Beer was the most common alcoholic drink consumed by both groups and was often brewed at home using grains like barley or oats. Wine, on the other hand, was a luxury item that was generally reserved for […]
A Renaissance Festival Romance, Part 3
Read Part 1 of the story here. Read Part 2 of the story here. In the weeks that followed the Renaissance Festival, William and Lily continued to spend time together. They went on picnics, took long walks along the beach, and even tried their hand at sword fighting. As their love deepened, William began to […]
A Short History of The Ruff
The ruff is a type of collar that was a prominent feature of Renaissance dress. Its history can be traced back to the 16th century in Europe, when it became a fashionable accessory for both men and women. The exact origins of the ruff are not known, but it is believed to have evolved from […]
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