This year marks the 35th anniversary of the New York Renaissance Faire in Sterling Forest, which opens today and runs through Sept. 23.
The Faire, located in Tuxedo off Route 17, creates an Elizabethan English village, where costumed performers immerse themselves into their roles as knights and maidens.
Besides lots of food and drink, the Faire features jousting tournaments, acrobatics, magicians, jugglers, swashbuckling pirates, a Living Chess Match and special shows.
There are games and a marketplace featuring more than 100 artisans offering the handmade crafts, jewelry and toys.
When: August 4th through September 23, Saturdays, Sundays & Labor Day Monday, 10:00 am to 7:00 pm - Open Rain or Shine
Where: 600 Route 17A - Sterling Forest – Tuxedo, NY 10987 (Take the New York State Thruway to the Sloatsburg exit)
Tickets:
At the Box Office on Faire Days
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Adult Ticket: $22.00 (ages 13 & up)
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Child Ticket: $11.00 (ages 5-12)
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Children under 5 years of age free
Discount Tickets available on-line at WWW.RENFAIR.COM; Group Rates available for 15 or more by calling 845-351-5174; Senior & Military discounts at the Box Office on Faire DaysParking is free, but there is a $5 charge per vehicle charge for "preferred" parking (you don't have to walk as far).
