Renaissance Fairs in New Jersey During June

Come, all ye knights and ladies, to a medieval celebration! Renaissance fairs provide fine adventures for all ages! And there are a number that occur in the state of New Jersey during the month of June.

New Jersey Renaissance Kingdom - Located approximately 54 miles north of Trenton in Orange, New Jersey. This fair will be held weekends June 2^nd - 24^th from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $15 for adults, $9 for seniors, $7 for kids ages 3 - 11, and free for children ages 2 and under. Those wishing to dress in period attire will be required to keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. No alcohol will be sold or permitted. Picnics will be allowed. Visitors will enjoy a masterful living chess tournament, hilarious comedy, engaging storytelling, and more. Merchants will be offering finely crafted wares, enticing foods, and refreshing beverages. More information can be found on their website at http://www.njkingdom.com/kingdomindex.html and their Myspace page at http://www.myspace.com/nj_kingdom.

New Jersey Family Medieval and Fantasy Festival - Located approximately 53 miles north of Trenton in Long Valley, New Jersey at St. Mark's Concert Field. This fair will be held June 9^th - 10^th from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm on Saturday and 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm on Sunday. Parking will be free. Tickets will be $12 for adults, $8 for kids ages 3 - 12, and free for children ages 2 and under. Those who wish to dress in costume will need to keep weapons sheathed and peace-tied. No alcohol will be sold or permitted. Special features include thrilling sword fighting, a Scavenger Hunt, the "Medieval Idol" Contest, and more. Artisans will be selling exquisite jewelry, clothing, art, home décor items, and many more items. Vendors will offer fine period food and drink. Additional detail is available on their website at http://www.njmedievalfestival.com.

Fantasy Faire: A Festival of Medieval Arts and Folklife - Located approximately 74 miles south of Trenton in Millville, New Jersey at WheatonArts. This fair will be held June 16^th - 17^th from 10:00 am - 5:00 pm. Tickets will be $10 for adults, $9 for seniors, $7 for students, and free for children ages five and under. This event is presented by Mystic Realms, which weaves myths and legends with history. Visitors will be entertained by enchanting musicians, exciting stunt shows, and many educational demonstrations. Brave attendees, ages 14 and older, can venture into the Training Circle and learn how to fight with padded weapons, and then continue on into a quest in the woods. Children will delight in fairy tales and gypsy crafts. For more information, visit their website at http://www.wheatonarts.org/press/2007/fantasyfaire.

So put on your finest medieval garb and prepare for revelry when you step back in time at a festive renaissance fair in New Jersey during the fine month of June!