GENERAL:
1. What is a Renaissance Faire?
2. Why are you doing this?
3. What happens if it rains?
4. Is there Satellite parking available?
5. Can I bring my pet?
6. If I leave the Faire, can I come back during the same day?
7. Do the shows cost extra?
8. What is a joust?
9. Are there other forms of entertainment besides shows?
10. How do I know what is going on and where?
11. Can I come in costume?
12. If I wear a costume do I get in free?
13. Are there restrictions on costumes?
14. What kind of security do you provide?
15. Can I wear my sword/dagger/etc.?
SPECIAL NEEDS:
16. Do you provide handicapped parking?
17. Is the Faire wheelchair accessible?
18. Can I rent a wheelchair there?
19. Are service animals allowed?
20. Do you have medical staff available in case of emergencies?
21. Where do I go if I need First Aid?
22. I am on a restricted diet. What do I do about food?
MONEY & TICKETS:
23. How much does it cost?
24. Do I have to buy tickets at the gate?
25. Do I have to purchase advance tickets for a specific date?
26. Are there discount coupons available?
27. Do you accept credit cards?
28. If I don't bring enough cash is there a way to get more?
FOOD & BEVERAGE:
29. What kind of food do you sell?
30. What kind of beverages to you serve?
31. What form of ID do I need to purchase alcohol?
32. What is mead?
EVERYTHING ELSE:
33. Where are the restrooms?
34. Is smoking allowed?
35. Where is the lost & found?
36. Are professional photographers allowed?
37. Can I camp out at the faire?
38. I'd like to have my Renaissance-themed wedding at the faire!
39. Do you have a mailing list to keep up on the latest news?
1. What is a Renaissance Faire?
A Renaissance Faire is an amalgam of many things. It is part performance art, part arts and crafts, and part interactive learning. A recreation of a Renaissance village is filled with costumed actors, crafts and games to give patrons the illusion that they have stepped back in time. The Southern Connecticut Renaissance Festival features over 50 performances on 6 stages and over 40 merchant booths set on 15 acres of Warsaw Park.
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2. Why are you doing this?
We do this for two reasons. The first being that this is a fundraiser and we share part of the proceeds with several 501C3 organizations. Our company is dedicated to the betterment of our communities. The second reason is we enjoy history, and find the Renaissance to be a fascinating time worthy of sharing. To this end we host a Renaissance Faire every year and invite you to come experience the interactive living history for yourself. ^Back to Top^
3. What happens if it rains?
We are open Rain or Shine. There is shelter in the craft shops and other pavilion areas for heavy rain. Some performances may be delayed or canceled if the rain is very hard and there is a danger of performers being injured. Otherwise the show continues as scheduled. On very rare occasions, the weather may become severe enough to warrant a danger to all, in that scenario, the Festival may elect to close. ^Back to Top^
4. Is there Satellite parking available?
Yes! We have shuttle service provided both to and from the festival. Satellite parking available at Ansonia High School which is located approximately ½ mile down the road. Service will run 30 minutes prior to gate, until 1 hour after the gate closes each festival day. This service is provided to patrons free of charge.
Handicap parking is available directly onsite. ^Back to Top^
5. Can I bring my pet?
We're sorry, but for safety reasons, we cannot allow patrons to bring their pets into the park. ^Back to Top^
6. If I leave the Faire, can I come back during the same day?
Yes. Your hand will be stamped when you arrive. Show your stamp at the gate for re-entry. Note: stamps and colors change daily. You must have the appropriate color and stamp of the day. ^Back to Top^
7. Do the shows cost extra?
No. All stage performances are included in your admission price. ^Back to Top^
8. What is a joust?
A joust tournament consists of two or more knights on horseback who demonstrate their skills and accuracy as they compete to succeed in unseating their challenger from his or her horse. Jousters compete at speeds of approximately 30-35 miles per hour to win the favor of the King. ^Back to Top^
9. Are there other forms of entertainment besides shows?
Absolutely! There are many merchants who demonstrate their crafts, there is shopping among our crafts merchants, you can have your fortune told by a psychic, and participate in clever games of skill (NOTE: Games do have an extra charge).
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10. How do I know what is going on and where?
Festival Programs are available at the front gate free of charge. ^Back to Top^
11. Can I come in costume?
Yes, of course! Many of our visitors come in costumes ranging from simple to elaborate. It's a great way to add extra fun to your day. ^Back to Top^
12. If I wear a costume do I get in free?
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13. Are there restrictions on costumes?
We do insist that private parts of the body remain covered, and shoes must be worn at all times. ^Back to Top^
14. What kind of security do you provide?
Many uniformed and plainclothes security officers with radios patrol the village. If for any reason you need security, stop by any of the booth areas, the front gate, or pubs and the staff will contact security. ^Back to Top^
15. Can I wear my sword/dagger/etc.?
The management discourages the use of weapons as costume adornments, as the safety of our patrons is our utmost concern. Any weapon adornment must be "peace-tied" and otherwise protected so any sharp edges are covered, and so it cannot be drawn or wielded while on the grounds. Due to the wide variety of potential "weapons" each item is handled on a case-by-case basis when the patron enters the festival. The Front Gate personnel determine what will and will not be allowed into the festival, as well as how it will be "peace-tied" and protected before the patron enters the festival. To avoid your weapon being refused at the entrance gate, we advise that you do not wear weapons as costume adornments. Security personnel will monitor the wearing of weapons on the festival grounds. On violation of our weapons policy, Security personnel may confiscate any weapon and expel the violator from the festival grounds. Realistic ReEnactments LLC reserves the right to exclude a patron/participant from carrying or wearing a weapon. ^Back to Top^
16. Do you provide handicapped parking?
Yes. Handicap parking is available directly onsite. ^Back to Top^
17. Is the Faire wheelchair accessible?
Most areas of the Faire are on reasonably level grass and is handicapped accessible. We also have wheelchair accessible restroom facilities. ^Back to Top^
18. Can I rent a wheelchair there?
No. We do not have wheelchairs available for rent or loan. ^Back to Top^
19. Are service animals allowed?
Yes, guide dogs for medical services are allowed.
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20. Do you have medical staff available in case of emergencies?
Yes! We have licensed paramedics on staff. Emergency medical services are provided by A.R.M.S. who are on call for emergency transport. ^Back to Top^
21. Where do I go if I need First Aid?
First Aid will be located in back of the main gate.
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22. I am on a restricted diet. What do I do about food?
The Faire offers a wide variety of food including vegetarian. We also have bottled water available at each soda booth. ^Back to Top^
23. How much does it cost?
Prices vary depending on what time of the day you arrive. Discounts apply after 6pm on Friday's and Saturdays. Please see our ticket info page.
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24. Do I have to buy tickets at the gate?
No. You may purchase advance tickets at Trumbull Day on June 23, 2007.
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25. Do I have to purchase advance tickets for a specific date?
No. Advance tickets are good any one Faire day. ^Back to Top^
26. Are there discount coupons available?
Yes! They are available through this website. ^Back to Top^
27. Do you accept credit cards?
Not at this time! However, many of our craftspeople do accept credit cards. ^Back to Top^
28. If I don't bring enough cash is there a way to get more?
We are scheduled to have and ATM machine on-site.
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29. What kind of food do you sell?
We have a wide variety of food consisting of
Turkey Legs, Roast Beef, Hot Dogs, Corn on the Cobb, Sausage and Pepper Grinders, Meatball Grinders, Broccoli Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Baked Potatoes, Pickles, Chicken on a Stick, Thai Cuisine, Donuts, Roasted Nuts, and Ice Cream.
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30. What kind of beverages to you serve?
We serve a variety of Coca-Cola products, iced & hot tea, coffee, and bottled water. Our alcoholic beverages include Ale and 3 kinds of Mead.
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31. What form of ID do I need to purchase alcohol?
We accept official State issued driver's licenses and identification cards, and Military ID's. All forms must have a photo and your date of birth. ^Back to Top^
32. What is mead?
Mead is simply fermented honey mixed with fruit flavors, made in a similar brewing process as beer. ^Back to Top^
33. Where are the restrooms?
We provide both portable privys around the site and modern privy facilities (aka "flushies") within the main building.
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34. Is smoking allowed?
Although smoking is allowed throughout the park, we ask that guests refrain from smoking in the audience of our shows and around hay. Also, please be sure that you fully extinguish and dispose of your butts in the trash. ^Back to Top^
35. Where is the lost & found?
If you lose any item please inquire at the Information booth. Any articles found should be turned in at the Information Booth. To inquire about and item during the week contact the Festival Office at 203-888-6204. ^Back to Top^
36. Are professional photographers allowed?
Professional photography must be approved by Faire management. Please call the Festival Office at 203-888-6204. ^Back to Top^
37. Can I camp out at the faire?
Sorry, The Southern Connecticut Renaissance Festival does not allow patrons to camp on-site. ^Back to Top^
38. I'd like to have my Renaissance-themed wedding at the faire!
We are not doing weddings in 2008.
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39. Do you have a mailing list to keep up on the latest news?
Sign up to receive an advance discount ticket offer. Email the Festival Office or mail your name and address to: The Southern CT Renaissance Festival, Attn: Mailing List, PO Box 835, Seymour, CT 06483 or stop by the Information booth.
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