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The Queen's Visit to the Shire:
Become Part of the Story
Every year, Her Most Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth progresses from Windsor Castle to our little Shire of Mount Hope. The villagers have worked night and day to prepare for this momentous occasion. Who knows what drama awaits the Shire. Word has it that a Dignitary from the Grand Prince of Moscow is on his way. Could it be a gift for the Queen? A Message? Mayhaps even a trap. Only you can find out when you enter the Grand Gates of the Shire and the the magic of the 28th Annual Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire.
Opening Day Ceremonies
All the preparations are complete for the arrival of Her Most Royal Majesty, Queen Elizabeth. The townsfolk have worked very hard for this Her yearly progress to the Shire. Meet the Mayor, Sheriff and other notables as they fret, quibble and worry over the coming of the Queen and other surprises that may happen as the day begins!
Boons & Favors
The Queen has arrived in Mount Hope and the denizens of the Shire have their first opportunity to bring before Her the joys, heartaches, and sometimes comical events of their everyday lives.
Queen's Court
Ivan IV, Tsar of Muscovy, has come to England to seek a wife. Her most gracious and wise Majesty, Queen Elizabeth quickly sees the advantages of allowing Ivan to marry one of Her courtly ladies, but will the men of Elizabeth's noble court allow this intruder to woo an English rose?
Boarshead Brawl
See what havoc ensues as Captain Raleigh and Sir Robert Dudley conspire to keep their favorite watering hole safe from Russian invasion, but the best laid plans may oft go awry, and these do...with explosive consequence.
Joust I
Tournament Joust:
Quest for a Queen
Experience an amazing display of daring do wherein the dashing Bull of England and his Noble Knights compete on hot-blooded chargers against thee awe inspiring Tsar Ivan and his Black Knights of Muscovy to determine who will be the next Tsarista of Russia.
Human Chess Match
Pageant of Princesses - Two women would be Tsarista of all Russia. Who will be crowned? The gauntlet is cast and human chess pieces mount the life-sized board and take their squares.
Knighting Ceremony
Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth and Her Court gather at Avalon Hill Kids Kyngdom to install and elevate all those "would-be" knights and ladies of the Realm into the ancient and honorable order of Knighthood and Ladyship. Art thou worthy?
Joust II:
Ultimate Joust:
The Fate of the Fallen Sir Lukas
It hath been decreed that the crash of shattering lances shall decide the fate of Ivan IV's marriage and Sir Lukas' love. Can Sir Lukas reclaim his honor and win the heart of the woman he loves in this Ultimate Knight Tour d'Force?
Finale in Song
Just when you thought we couldn't pack any more entertainment into your day at the Pennsylvania Renaissance Faire, this end of the day extravaganza is truly a spectacle of music, merriement and a most fitting celebration of song, dance and unexpected revelry with the entire cast of the Faire creating an unforgettable conclusion to your glorious festival day.
Click play below to see a special back stage tour of the 2007 Finale in Song.
