If you’re a big fan of renaissance festivals, then you don’t need to look far for the joy and wonder that accompanies them. Located just outside of Austin is Sherwood Forest Faire, a locally-owned reenactment of village life in late 12th century England, which takes place every year in the spring.
Son of Sandlar Renaissance Boots and Garb
Have you ever run across a merchant artisan or vendor that you wish you could share with the world? No, this is not a paid advertisement; we’ve not been compensated in any way for this post. We’ve just found a gem, and are so impressed that we want to share it with you. Every artisan […]
BrouHaHa Serves Up Non-Traditional Renaissance Fair Fare
I don’t know about you, but I really love traditional fair food: roasted corn, scones, turkey legs and funnel cakes. Just thinking of these things makes my mouth water, and I immediately want to pack the car and head to the nearest fair. But what if I told you that perhaps the most popular dish […]
Sherwood Forest Camping Weekend with a Renaissance Fair Clan
You’ve never been camping until you’ve camped with a Renaissance fair clan. A clan is a group of people from different walks of life who, over many years, have formed a unique bond with one another. Through the magic of the Renaissance fair, they have become a true family. Recently, I had the extremely rare […]
The Austinot Podcast Features the Sherwood Forest Faire
Welcome to Episode #1 of the Austinot Podcast! We have all kinds of exciting Austin businesses, events and activities featured today on our show. Listen now to find out more about: Highlight: Sherwood Forest Faire Non-Sponsor: The Peddler Bike Shop This Weekend in Austin: Explore UT This Weekend in Austin: Zilker Park Kite Festival […]
One Of The World’s Best Renaissance Fairs Is Here In Texas
Travel back in time with me to one of the world’s best Renaissance fairs, the Sherwood Forest Faire. Nearly 100,000 people have attended since Sherwood’s opening on February 27th, 2010. So read on, my Renaissance fair friend, and see why you too should come and join the revelry.