Olde English Faire at Wildlife Prairie Park

Olde English Faire - June 23rd, 24th and 25th, 2017
Wildlife Prairie Park
3826 N. Taylor Road
Hanna City, IL
(15 minutes from downtown Peoria, IL)

Day of Enlightenment - June 23rd
The Day of Enlightenment is designed for children during our Olde English Faire (adults are welcome too). This special day focuses on educating children about the life of people in the Middle Ages. Please join us as the Knights of Valour Jousting Troupe, Sky Kings Falconry and other experts conduct educational seminars on Admission is $6 for children ages 3 - 12 and $9 for adults. Don't miss this special day as your children will learn about Historical Birds of Prey, Arms and Armour, Siege Weapons, the Life of a Knight, and see an actual Light and Heavy Armour Joust! Lunch is available for purchase.

Everyone is encouraged to dress in costume. One lucky boy and girl will be knighted so please have your children dress as pirates, princesses, peasants, knights, jesters and fairies or other period costumes. All children under 12 will receive a ticket to attend the Olde English Faire for FREE on either on June 24th or 25th


Olde English Faire - June 24th and 25th
Sound ye trumpets, shine thine armour, sharpen ye olde sword, lace thy corsets and braid thy long, shining tresses. Gather thy children and challenge your imaginations with tales from ye Middle Ages. The Olde English Faire returns for the seventh time to Wildlife Prairie Park on June 24, 25 & 26, 2016. This fundraiser for Wildlife Prairie Park pays tribute to the sights, sounds, aromas, speech and activities of the Middle Ages. Come cheer on steel fighters, jousters and archers as they compete in battles. There are over 30 different performances to enjoy and four of them have been named as best Renaissance Acts in the Country by Renaissance Magazine. Take in the tales, tricks, and tunes of roving story tellers, magicians, and musicians. Children can take the oath of chivalry. Watch the acrobats, musical acts and comedians amongst the flora and fauna of the park. You can shop with over 30 fine artisans for treasures galore…fine leatherwork, woodworking, glasswork and handmade jewelry, and more. There will be plenty of hearty food…yes the famous turkey legs are back, potato curls, homemade root beer, and other food and beverages offered throughout the Park. We have shaded areas to rest, restroom facilities, and free parking. Buy tickets on-line at https://shop.wildlifeprairiepark.org/Events.aspx

Olde English Faire June 24th and 25th, 2017
Parking: $5 cash
Admission - Ages 13 and Up: $10.00
Ages 3 - 12: $6.00
Ages 2 and under are Free
$1 discount for dressing in full garb on either Saturday, June 24th or Sunday, June 25th. No other special offers or discounts apply on these days.

For additional information:
Call 309-676-0998
or email oef@wildlifeprairie.org
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