Connecticut Renaissance Faire — Local services in Lebanon

The Connecticut Renaissance Faire is running on weekends from now until the Monday of Columbus Day weekend. I was measured for a utility kilt and picked up badger fur to help me make my Sporran. Many old favorites were there. The Faire expanded into the upper former jousting grounds (called the Midlands) more vendors than we have seen in the last few years. They had a rainy your own pottery place with acrylic, metallic, and color changing paint. As per tradition, we bought a huge bag of kettle corn and fresh lemonade. We stopped at the Iron Raven Forge where Mike the blacksmith helped punch norse runes into a smack knife i purchased along with a long forged hair pin . We visited the shop directly next to that. The man had mini's ( think Dungeon & Dragons) as well as a lot of pins for going on vests and sashes at Cons. My daughter then hit up the old-fashioned candy stall. She came away laden with treats. We stopped at an artist's stall dull of fall colors. She had pictures of Dryads and bug bears. Frogs. Knights, gypsies and all manner of heroes riding wolves or dragons and such. It's such a creative and different style that the stall next to that had tiny hand crafted mushrooms. With many different colored tops, from single small ones to larger diorama. Acoss from that was a small stall with a beautiful banner of a Phoenix. The gentleman and his lady were game inventors. Stop by and they will teach you how to play. It's so fun you may bring home a box like we did. Along that same avenue was a stall where they taught you how to make your own chain mail. Then, the large cement crafted animals for yard or garden adornment. Then, there is so much beautiful hand crafted pottery. Leather workers and swords axes and many other sharp pointy objects can be freely purchased. That doesn't even get to all the fun entertainments all over the Faire. Jousting, etc. And the FOOD, get a meat pie it's a must, from smoked turkey legs to fried foods, pierogi, gourmet teas, coffee and pastries. Bring the whole family and...

WE HAD A GREAT TIME! We have been going to Renaissance Faires for years (including CT), and I have to say this year's faire was great. There were a decent amount of vendors and food booths. Parking was a breeze since we got there early enough to not have to park in overflow parking (although it is available, which is great). There are many activities (some free like the crafts at Castle Nitor and some paid like K&C Ceramics, and I highly recommend both since they were a great time!) and shows abound. You will not be bored. Pricing for admission and food was incredibly reasonable. For our 3 people today, we spent less than $80 combined to get in and buy a meal for each of us. That feels like a bargain when you include all the entertainment options that are available! My only nitpicky issue is that I wish there were more privies. A few more on the upper ones would have been a welcome sight! Some things to be aware of: It can be hot and dusty. There may be yellow jackets. It is an outdoor event, and you need to plan accordingly. There is a water bottle refill station near the front entrance. Stay hydrated! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed hours of fun at a stress-free, leisurely pace. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun fall activity that can be as fast-paced or as chill as you would...

First time to the faire usually do krf but they are grifters scammers. Buttt The 7 dollar steak and cheese guy( not the steaksmith) short changed me 14 for 2 subs he said 4 dollars back! He basically gave himself a tip for grabbing 2 cold steak and cheese off a shelf cheese wasn't even melted! I think you guys should look into this guy! He also looks very sketchy. Except for that guy we have nothing but good things to say about this place! Random woman gave two trinkets necklaces to my 3 year old and 4 year old girls they were so happy and excited very kind woman. everything seemed very laid back and friendly. And to let me bring in my kids lunch and reentry is amazing! We will be doing both of the faires you host every year now definitely...