The Arizona Renaissance Festival Will Be Back For Its 32nd Year Of Fun & Festivities
By Katie Lawrence|Published August 04, 2021
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Katie Lawrence is a Southeast Texas native who graduated 18th in her high school class with a GPA of 4.25. She attended college in the Houston area and began writing for OnlyInYourState in 2015.
Today, Katie writes, edits, and performs several other tasks for OnlyInYourState and has never been more passionate about a job before. Outside of work, you can likely find her curled up on with a hot cup of coffee, practicing yoga, baking, or exploring the beautiful Lone Star State (in particular, the vast and mystical West Texas desert).
Ever wondered what it would be like to live in the Middle Ages? The Arizona Renaissance Festival, returning for its 32nd year of fun and festivities in February, is your chance to experience the iconic era firsthand. With jousting matches, rides and games, live entertainment, and so much more, it’s the most magical thing you’ll do all winter.
Tickets go on sale September 1 for the 32nd annual Arizona Renaissance Festival, which will take place rain or shine from February 5 until April 3, 2022.
With a 50-acre village, 16 stages, arts and crafts, jousting tournaments, and feasts fit for a king, you'll feel like medieval royalty at this enchanting, two-month-long celebration on East US Highway 60 in Gold Canyon.
Jousting tournaments take place three times per day in the 5,000-seat arena: noon, 2:15 p.m., and 5:00 p.m.
First up is the Princess' Joust, followed by the Prince's Joust, and, finally, the Joust to the Death. Cheer for your favorite knight until a winner is crowned, then say hi to the champion and his horse after the competition.
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Entertainment abounds, with performances taking place all day long on 16 different stages.
Have you ever been to the Arizona Renaissance Festival? If so, we’d love to hear all about your experience in the comments! Tell us your thoughts, then check out our previous article for another whimsical adventure you can only have in Arizona.
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