Get Outdoors at the 6th Annual Tennessee Medieval Faire

Travel back in time to 1199 and Live the Age of Chivalry with Robin Hood at the 6th annual Tennessee Medieval Faire.  This outdoor interactive family-friendly special event will spring to life on October 2 and run for three consecutive weekends in Harriman.

“The Sheriff of Nottingham is throwing a grand Faire to impress the evil Prince John and to win the innocent Lady Marian’s heart,” said Lars Paulson, general manager.  “The Sheriff has also invited Robin Hood and his merry friends to the festivities to lure them in for capture.  But who will be the mouse and who will be the cheese?  Come and see!” 

Patrons are encouraged to come with a sense of play and adventure.  Patrons can enter the costume contest to win a prize; share their talents onstage to join Robin Hood; give suggestions in the improv show; compete in yard games in the Medieval Olympics, and learn to sword fight with Pirates of Bretagne.  Other activities include getting knighted; folk dancing; speed courting; petting goats; getting photos taken with woodland fairies; and playing corn hole, the stocks, giant chess, and steel drum. 

Throughout the day, there will be professional stage entertainment in the eight-acre medieval village.  On the Field of Honour will be The Royal Joust by Debracy Productions and Human Combat Chess by the interactive street characters.  On the five other stages will be comedy stunt shows by The Flaming Ginger, Lords of Adventure (Oct 2-3) and Two Noisy Knights (Oct 9-10, 16-17).  Patrons will feel transported by Celtic music from The CrossJacks, Kris Colt, Thunder and Spice (Oct 2-3, 9-10), and Tom Mason and the Blue Buccaneers (Oct 16-17).  For the young and young at heart, there will be puppet shows, fairy tales, and Sherwood School.  Entertainment schedules will be posted online and will be available at the entrance on show days.

Adding to the festivities will be a variety of juried craft vendors, selling period costumes, accessories, and unique gifts.  Food will be available for purchase, including turkey legs, wraps, salads, and sandwiches.  Hot and cold beverages will also be available (including beer for adults 21+ years of age with a valid photo ID).

The Tennessee Medieval Faire will be open rain or shine.  The dates are October 2-3, 9-10, 16-17.  Hours are 11am-6pm ET.  The festival is located at 550 Fiske Road, Harriman, TN.  Free field parking is provided.  Admission tickets may be purchased with cash or credit on festival days at the ticket house.  Admission prices include all taxes and fees and are $19 for ages 13+, $9 for ages 5 to 12; and free for ages 4 and under.  There will be no ATM onsite, so patrons are encouraged to bring cash for purchases, tips, and convenience.  For public safety, all are requested to follow CDC guidelines regarding Covid.  

The festival is sponsored by Roane Tourism, Roane County News, Baymont Inn and Suites, and the Roane County School Board; with assistance from the Tennessee Small Business Development Center at Roane State Community College.  For more information, please visit www.TMFaire.com, and like and follow the Tennessee Medieval Faire on Facebook.

Live the Age of Chivalry!

Yo, Ho, Me Hearties! It’s the 2nd Annual Tennessee Pirate Fest!

Open Auditions Saturday 7/29 & 8/5
Vendor Applications due 9/1

Darkhorse Entertainment, LLC, is setting sail for the second annual Tennessee Pirate Fest on Saturday and Sunday, October 7 and 8, of Columbus Day weekend.  This family-friendly event springs to life in Harriman at the Tennessee Medieval Faire site--only 30 miles west of Turkey Creek.  All are invited to escape to the fictional pirate haven of Port Royale in the Tortugas, circa 1700-1800’s. 

“Our first pirate fest last year was a regional event.  Patrons came from 11 Southeastern states and from 29 Tennessee Counties, primarily Knox County.  Many came in costume!  We hope people will return, bring friends, and really enjoy the festival,” said Barrie Paulson, VP-Manager.

Patron costume contests will be back by popular demand; and prizes, based on audience applause, will be awarded. 

Added this year will be The Royal Gong Show, where patrons will be invited to demonstrate their talents on stage; and the Trail of Doom, a wooded walking tour with humorous pirate displays.  There will also be continuous pirate entertainment of live music, a variety of comedy shows, interactive street characters, beach games, original crafts, delicious food, and refreshing beverages--including beer.

Open auditions for interactive street characters ages 18+ will be held on Saturdays, July 29 and August 5, from 2-5pm ET, at 125 Barrie Lane, Kingston, TN.  Auditions will include telling pirate jokes or tall tales; singing or playing an instrument; displaying movement, athletic or stage combat ability; and participating in improvisational games. Costumes and theatrical experience are helpful but not required to audition.  Professional acts can audition online with a video link and show details emailed to DarkhorseLLC@comcast.net.

Festival organizers are seeking quality craft and food vendors to fill the village.  Vendor applications and guidelines can be downloaded from the website www.TNPirateFest.com under the vendor tab.  The application deadline is September 1st.  There is no application fee.

The second annual Tennessee Pirate Fest will take place October 7 & 8, 2017 from 11am-6pm ET--rain or shine.  Ticket prices will be $16.00 for ages 13 and up, $8.00 for ages 5 to 12; and entry will be free for ages 4 and under.  Parking is free, and tickets will be available for purchase at the gate with cash or credit.  Onsite camping for patrons is not available, but public campgrounds and motels are nearby.  The festival is located at 550 Fiske Road, Harriman, TN. 

For Faire rules, guidelines, and more information, please visit www.TNPirateFest.com.  For updates, sign up for their website newsletter and follow them on Facebook. 

Get Your Pirate On!

Get Your Pirate On At The 1st Annual Pirate Fest - Harriman

"Ahoy, Matey"
Announcing 1st Annual

Tennessee Pirate Fest

Open Auditions Saturday 7/30 & 8/6

Seeking Vendors, Applications due 9/1

Darkhorse Entertainment, LLC, is announcing the first annual Tennessee Pirate Fest to be held on Columbus Day weekend in October. This family-friendly event will be in Harriman at the Tennessee Medieval Faire site--just 30 miles west of Turkey Creek. All are invited to the fictional pirate haven of Port Royale in the Tortugas, circa 1700-1800’s.

“The Pirates of the Caribbean movies are popular, and acting like a pirate is fun for all ages. ARRR!” said Barrie Paulson, VP-Manager & Entertainment Director.

Pirate entertainment will include live music, comedy stage shows, interactive street characters, costume contests, beach games, original crafts, delicious food, and refreshing beverages--including beer.

Open auditions for interactive street characters will be held on Saturdays, July 30 and August 6, from 2-5p, at 125 Barrie Ln, Kingston, TN. Auditions will include individuals demonstrating talents such as singing, playing an instrument, speaking like a pirate, telling jokes or tall tales, and participating in improvisational games. To audition, costumes are encouraged but not required, and performance experience is helpful but not necessary.

Festival organizers are seeking quality craft and food vendors to fill the village. Vendor applications and guidelines can be downloaded from the website www.TNPirateFest.com under the vendor tab. The application deadline is September 1st.

The Tennessee Pirate Fest will take place October 8-9-10 from 11a-6p ET--rain or shine. Ticket prices will be $13.00 for ages 13 and up, $8.00 for ages 5 to 12, and free for ages 4 and under. Parking will be free, and tickets will be available for purchase at the gate with cash or credit. Onsite camping for patrons is not included, but public campgrounds and hotels are nearby. The festival is located at 550 Fiske Road, Harriman, TN. For Faire rules, guidelines, and more information, please visit www.TNPirateFest.com; and “like” them on Facebook.

“Get Your Pirate On!”