
Medieval Fantasies Company in cooperation with the Gloucester County Parks and
Recreation Department is
honoured to present one of the finest Renaissance Faires in Virginia
The 6th Annual
Gloucester Renaissance
Festival
Held
in the picturesque Historic District of Downtown Gloucester, VA.
July 21-22, 2012
Saturday: 10am - 6pm Masquerade Ball 4:30pm-5:30pm followed by the Pub Sing!
Sunday: 10am - 5pm Masquerade Ball 3:30pm-4:30pm followed by the Pub Sing!
Free Admission
| Participant Applications | Merchants | Performers | Living History | Activities | Masquerade Ball | Festival Map | Schedule of Events | Weddings | Scout Program | Festival Souvenirs |

No weapons permitted. No alcohol or coolers allowed.
With one step you leave behind all that you have known and with the next step into a world where Myth and Legend are Reality. A place where Ladies walk hand in hand with Knights in shining armour, where Musicians sit under shaded tree and weave stories of lyrical wonder. A place where Merchants offer treasures from far away lands, and foods are offered that are both new to the eye and pleasing to the palette. Enjoy games and diversions of great merriment, while Performers entertain you with their cleverness and skill.
Join us for two days of magic and wonder that will leave you
wishing not to return to your mundane world. Dress in your finest garb and
dance the night away at the Masquerade Ball where your Prince Charming or Lady
Juliet awaits you. Festivities begin Saturday morn at 10 am with the
Nobles Parade and do not end until the last note from the music of the Ball.
The Festival resumes Sunday morning at 10 am and concludes at 5 pm. Free
to all that shall enter our Magical Realm.
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2012 Festival Map
Space are available on a first come first served basis. To secure your space please contact us for Merchant, Performer or Living History Application/Contracts. |
Strolling Merchant - Dragon Ice Cream
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2012 Featured Performers
![]() Sir Strongbow and Dame Dianna The Royal Huntsman and Seneschal (Arch Stewart of the Royal Household) Offering instruction in Medieval hunting, woodlore and Archery |
![]() Their Majesties The Blackwolfs |
Lady Amethyst, Wahrsagerin The Royal Advisor to the King and Queen, purveyor of predictions, wysdoms, and lore |
![]() Wicked Hips Tribal Belly Dance, Tribal Dance and Poi and Fire Show |
![]() Mandrakes Magic Stage & Strolling 16th Century Magic Watch Video onWatch Video on Youtube |
![]() Maugorn the Stray Wandering Minstrel and Pub Singer |
![]() Tribal Belly Dancing by Els |
Madam Tess Gypsy Encampment and Fortune Teller |
![]() Samurai Warrior Encampment, Armour Display and Weapon Demonstration |
![]() Dave McMillian Travelling Musician, Violin & Fiddle |
![]() Master David Sword Swallower |
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2012 Featured Merchants
![]() Wood Grain Shoppe Offering Wooden Swords, Shields and Handmade Children's Leather Armour |
![]() Strolling Merchant - Dragon Ice Cream |
Willow Wisp Face Painting |
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![]() Glastonbury Designs / The Merry Mercer Handcrafted Clothing |
![]() Garb by Els Garb of All Sizes; Field Garb, Court Wear and Tribal Bellydance |
Camelot Moon Gifts and Collectibles For Your Castle and Kingdom |
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![]() Church of St.Therese Knights of Columbus Food & Beverages |
![]() Wolf's Lair / Parodi's Paradise |
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2012 Living History
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The Duchy of Cashel Adrian Empire
2012 Activities |
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| Armour Demonstration | Knighting Ceremony | Archery Demonstration | The Royal
Archery Contest - Come shoot with the King & Queen! Free to Patrons |
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Workshops at Camelot Moon |
Her Majesty's Royal Pageant | Maypole | Stocks |
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2012 Games
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Archery & Axe Throw $1.00 per player |
Fight or Yeild $1.00 per player |
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Masquerade
Ball
Learn a variety of
dances from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
All Patrons Welcome!
Saturday 4:30pm - 5:30pm ~ Sunday 3:30pm -
4:30pm
| Branle | The Moresca | Going to Jerusalem | Farandole | Twirly Reel |
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Let us
make your
Wedding Fantasies come true! |
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Now seeking
Cast, Performers, Merchants and Living History Groups as well as
Staff (Games, Volunteer, Knights) for the 2012 season.
For detailed information, guidelines and
specification please see the MFC Handbook.
Applications for 2012
| Cast Application | Living History Group Application | Performer Application |
Merchant Application All Merchants Wares Juried |
Food
Merchant Application All Merchants Wares Juried |
Staff/Volunteer Application | Roadie Application/Contract |
Period Tents/Pavilions available for Event
Rental
Contact
damedagrny@medievalfantasiesco.com
for more information.
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1 - 16x16 Medieval Pavilion Water Proof Canvas Shelter, 7’ height Pavilion will be setup and ready for your use upon arrival. $100 each per weekend |
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12'x12' Medieval Pavilion |
2- 8'x12'
Medieval Pavilions Water Proof Canvas Shelter 7’ front slopes to 6’ back Pavilion will be setup and ready for your use upon arrival. $50 each per weekend |
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1 - 7'x8' Wedge
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longer available Water Proof Canvas Shelter 7’ height, 7'x8' interior with bell back Pavilion will be setup and ready for your use upon arrival. $50 per weekend |
1 --
8'x12'
Medieval Food Pavilion
Water Proof Canvas Shelter 7’ height with half walls on three sides Pavilion will be setup and ready for your use upon arrival. $75 each per weekend |
1 - Personal Pavilion
Water Proof Canvas Shelter 5' in diameter at the eaves, 7"diameter at the base, 5 ' high walls with a 8'6" peak.. Pavilion will be setup and ready for your use upon arrival. $50 per weekend |
Please contact
Medieval Fantasies Company for
further information.
Medieval Fantasies Company
3782 Churchville
Ave
Churchville, VA 24421
540-337-6324
sirblackwolf@medievalfantasiesco.com
ladydawn@medievalfantasiesco.com
Scouting Programs for Faire
| Brownies |
Junior Girl Scouts |
Cadettes, Seniors, and Ambassadors | All Scouts (Boys or Girls) |
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2011 Schedule of Events
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Court Circle Stage |
Tavern Stage |
Battle Arena |
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Saturday, July 21, 2012 |
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10:00am |
Dave McMillian | Maugorn the Stray | |
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10:30am |
Mandrakes Magic |
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11:00am |
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Dave McMillian |
Period Combat by the Adrian Empire |
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11:30am |
Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
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Royal Archery Contest at the Archery Range |
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Dave McMillian |
Mandrakes Magic |
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12:30pm |
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Maypole, music by Maugorn the Stray |
Parodi's Academy of Medieval Martial Arts |
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1:00pm |
Belly Dancing by Els |
Maugorn the Stray |
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1:30pm |
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Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
Period Combat by the Adrian Empire |
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2:00pm |
Mandrakes Magic |
Knighting Ceremony |
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2:30pm |
Belly Dancing by Els |
Maugorn the Stray |
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3:00pm |
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Parodi's Academy of Medieval Martial Arts |
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3:30pm |
Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
Dave McMillian |
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4:00pm |
Royal Pageant Masquerade Ball |
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4:30pm |
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Pub Sing | |
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Sunday, July 22, 2012 |
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10:00am |
Dave McMillian | Maugorn the Stray | |
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10:30am |
Mandrakes Magic |
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11:00am |
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Dave McMillian |
Period Combat by the Adrian Empire |
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11:30am |
Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
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Royal Archery Contest at the Archery Range |
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12n |
Dave McMillian |
Mandrakes Magic |
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12:30pm |
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Maypole, music by Maugorn the Stray |
Parodi's Academy of Medieval Martial Arts |
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1:00pm |
Belly Dancing by Els |
Maugorn the Stray |
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1:30pm |
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Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
Period Combat by the Adrian Empire |
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2:00pm |
Mandrakes Magic |
Knighting Ceremony |
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2:30pm |
Belly Dancing with Wicked Hips |
Maugorn the Stray |
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3:00pm |
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Dave McMillian |
Parodi's Academy of Medieval Martial Arts |
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3:30pm |
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Royal Pageant Masquerade Ball |
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4:00pm |
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4:30pm |
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Pub Sing |
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Faire Closes |
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Festival Closes at 6pm on Saturday, 5pm on Sunday
Directions
You can either rent a
car or if further in distance take a
bus to the
festival. There is more then one convenient way to make your
travel a
safe & comfortable one.
Make your best way to Rt 17
In Gloucester VA turn East onto BR 17 MAIN ST
Continue East to COURT CIRCLE & CARRIAGE LN
Map of 6509 Main St Gloucester, VA 23061-6103, US
Accommodations:
Event Sponsors
Help support this Event! Contact
Sir Blackwolf for Sponsorship opportunities!
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Gloucester Renaissance Festival Souvenirs
T Shirts
Heavyweight 6.1-ounce, 100% cotton. Tan Color with Dark
Blue
Imprint.
Available in S, M, L, XL, XXL or XXXL
Medieval Fantasies Company
3782 Churchville
Ave
Churchville, VA 24421
540-337-6324
sirblackwolf@medievalfantasiesco.com
ladydawn@medievalfantasiesco.com
* Images are for promotional purpose only.
Specific vendors, performers or
arrangement may vary.