CANTERBURY VILLAGE MEDIEVAL FAIRE
TWO weekends! June 1-2 and June 8-9, 2024 ALL AGES WELCOME!
Castle turrets and ramparts will be the backdrop for a wide range of entertainment as you stroll through this outdoor medieval adventure at Canterbury Village! Be entertained by ogres, musicians, jesters, magicians, fire breathers, the mad queen, strolling performers, and more – all set within the quaint, cobblestone-pathed Canterbury Village! With a REAL castle!
Come out and witness our medieval knight combatants enter into full-on battle to win the favor of our queen, Mary Queen of Scots! Take in the melodic tunes of our minstrels as they roam the lane. Gasp and cheer as fire eaters and lively dancers amaze you with their antics and perform hilarious shows.
Shop costuming, fine jewelry, chain mail creations, magical crystals, shining crowns, capes and cloaks, swords and shields, and other medieval wares at the vendor tents and village stores!
There will be plenty of activities for the entire family! Afterward, sit and enjoy a cold drink or a pint of ale or mead on the C-Pub patio – or grab a turkey leg! After all, no faire is complete without one!
- magicians
- jesters
- royalty
- sword fighting
- life-size Dragons
- Turkey legs
- unique vendors
- and more
Viking
June 1st-2nd, 2024-
ALL AGES WELCOME!
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Event Time: 10:00am
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Location: 2325 Joslyn Ct Lake Orion, MI 48360
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Email:: info@canterburyvillage.com
Pirates
June 8th - 9th, 2024-
ALL AGES WELCOME!
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Event Time: 10:00am
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Location: 2325 Joslyn Ct Lake Orion, MI 48360
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Email:: info@canterburyvillage.com
FAQ
Got Questions? We have answers! We are busy planning a great event so we can’t get to emails and calls as quickly as we would like, so here is the fastest way to get your questions answered:
Canterbury Village Medieval Faire is an outdoor walk-thru event.
Tickets are available on this website
You can go to Ticketspice.com and log in using the email and password you created at checkout. From there you can resend the ticket email email address on file or to a different email address.
You bet! We will accept all major credit cards. Note: There will be a small convenience fee per credit card charge so we recommend bringing cash!
There is plenty of parking onsite at Canterbury Village and Parking is FREE!!!
The show goes on, rain or shine!
Absolutely food will be available to purchase.
Yes! There are so many events, acts and shows we have over 30 different entertainers for you to enjoy so it would be nearly impossible to take in everything in a single Weekend.
Absolutely! Our Cast and Acts consists of many families who join with the purpose of spending more quality time together.
No but the Canterbury Medieval Faire is a great chance to dress up and have some fun. You can dress up as a Medieval Peasant, Knight, a Renaissance Noble, a Viking Warrior, a Pirate Captain, you will have so much fun immersing yourself and interacting with other patrons and cast.
Yes. Feel free to tip generously to show your appreciation, besides If you have enjoyed a show, it is customary to tip the entertainers.
If you are interested in joining the cast please contact us – send us a message on our Facebook Page or email us through our website. No prior experience at renfaires or in theatre is required; however, is greatly benaficial. We encourage families to join together and spend some quality time together. You must be 16 years or older to join without a parent or adult guardian.
If you are a renaissance faire performer and would like to either volunteer or be hired by the faire or if you are a Artisan/Vendor, please contact us via the website or through a Private Message on our Facebook Page . We are always looking for new and interesting entertainment and merchants that are appropriate to the period.
We’ve done a lot to make sure that everything has handicapped access, from the clear pathways to the restrooms. However, keep in mind that the faire is held on a field, so comfortable footwear is recommended. The grounds might be uneven, be careful while strolling.
Active military personnel and veterans receive a discount on admission; however, you must present your Military ID. No advance registration is required for that individual, simply purchase your tickets at the gate. As for your guests they can purchase their tickets on line or at the gate at the associated prices.
A ticket gets you General Admission to the Canterbury Medieval Faire. All of the shows and entertainment are included with your admission; however, there is an additional charge for the VIP Pass and some of the Challange Games.
Please contact us directly and we will see what can be done.
Sorry, no. There are state laws that regulate outside food and drinks from entering licensed festival areas. We will provide plenty of opportunities to try great food and drink while you’re here!
No entrance for anyone showing signs of intoxication – NO EXCEPTIONS! All bags & backpacks are subject to search No outside beverages or food permitted.
Probably yes. Period weapons are allowed as long as they can be peace-tied. As guests enter the festival their weapons will be inspected for a peace-tie. Any unsecured weapon will be peace-tied by staff using heavy duty tie-wraps. Weapons that cannot be secured or are deemed inappropriate will not be allowed in the festival. Under no circumstances are real firearms (black powder or modern) allowed. Bows are fine, but please leave your real arrows at home. The same goes for purchased weapons which also need to be either peace tied or remain in their package.
Peace-tying a weapon keeps it from being used. As an example, a sword must be sheathed and the hilt of the sword must be peace-tied to the sheath so that it cannot be drawn. Arrows in a quiver must be peace-tied together and the bow unstrung. It is a simple process that helps ensure the safety of the guests.
Yes, however only dogs are welcome – you must review and fully comply with the Canterbury Village’s Dog Policy. No other pets other than dogs will be permitted on the grounds.
Canterbury Village Medieval Faire is a weekend event open on Saturday’s and Sunday’s: Event dates/times: Saturday and Sunday 10:00a.m. – 7:00p.m.
NOTE: Canterbury Village Medieval Faire exhibits, and activities close at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.
Yes, both strollers and wagons are permitted.
No. You can show your tickets right from your device. You can print them if you would like. Both are accepted.
Contact Faire Organizers by sending them a private message through their Facebook Page. We do not have any limits on donations and/or sponsorships.
This faire (including the parking lot) is a no solicitation venue. Please do not distribute any pamphlets, coins etc. about your organization (including religious and/or political organizations). If you are a politician running for office, please do not hand out election information. If you are another Renaissance or Medieval Faire please contact us to make specific arrangements.
If you have really read all of the FAQs and STILL have questions (come on, how could you?!) you can inquire at info@canterburymedievalfaire.com
No shirts. No shoes, No service / No Entry!
Canterbury Village is a non smoking facility