The Central Coast Renaissance Festival is a magical experience for the whole family—especially children! From the moment they arrive, they’ll be enchanted by a world of knights, pirates, and storybook characters.
Endless Adventures for Kids
Games & Activities: Test skills with archery, giant Jenga, chess, and Renaissance-era pastimes. At the Children’s Play Area, they’ll have endless fun.
Shows & Entertainment: Watch thrilling falconry displays, acrobatics, storytelling, comedy acts, and live music.
Creative Fun: Get face-painted, have your hair braided, or get temporary henna tattoos.
Epic Battles: Cheer on knights in full armor during an action-packed combat demonstration
Buccaneer Boot Camp: (A Kid Favorite!) At the Buccaneer Stage, young adventurers take center stage in Buccaneer Boot Camp! They’ll learn about pirate life, including The Code (covering fairness, teamwork, and anti-bullying), then train with balloon swords before battling in a playful pirate duel. It’s a highlight of the day!
They can board our pirate ship for fantastic photo opportunities.
Special Events for Kids
Pirate Day (Sunday): The festival transforms into a swashbuckling paradise! They receive a free “booty bag” and can search for treasures among our vendors and guilds.
Costume Contest: Dress them up! Every child gets a prize—and maybe their first moment on stage. This event takes place at 1:30 p.m. daily at the Buccaneer Stage.
Children’s Court: Meet Queen Elizabeth at her pavilion at 2:00 and receive a personalized certificate.
By day’s end, they’ll head home happily exhausted—with glittering face paint, newfound bravery, and memories to last a lifetime.
Don’t miss this unforgettable family adventure on July 19 & 20 in San Luis Obispo’s Laguna Lake Park.
Don’t have tickets yet? Get them here. Children under 6 years old get in free!
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