What kid wouldn’t love being transported back in time to when kings and queens ruled and knights in shining armor really did exist? That is exactly what you will find at Medieval Times, a chance to be transported back in time and to eat with your fingers. The building that houses this dinner show is impressive enough, as it is an enormous castle. There is even a drawbridge to walk across in order to gain access to the check in counters. The boys were awestruck from the moment we left the van.
After checking in, we headed over to the table to sign up for the “Train to be a Knight” experience, which is free with paid admission on certain nights each month. This experience begins an hour before the nightly show and children are invited into the arena, where they are instructed by real knights on how to perform different moves with their wooden swords. There is then a demonstration by two of the knights, were they show off the moves that the kids just learned and of course, a knighting ceremony at the end to make the children true and honest knights! All but one of my boys went out and trained to be a knight and they all loved it!
Once they were officially knighted, the boys and I strolled out into the courtyard and took turns visiting each of the surrounding buildings that housed replications of tools, articles of clothing and other such items that would have been used back in medieval times. There was even a torture chamber, just in case you didn’t get your fill from Ripley’s Believe it or Not. This one came complete with some rather interesting and horrifying chastity belts. Don’t worry though, there is a sign at the door to the torture chamber warning you before you enter, so that you can skip it if you have small children or if it just isn’t your thing.
When it is time to be seated, you are given the option of water or regular coke to drink. This is one of my only complaints here, as I would have preferred at least a choice of fountain drinks. It is important to note that you shouldn’t worry about what seat you get, as you can see well from all of them. I was originally worried because we were seated all the way in a far corner, but we ended up with a clear view and all the performers came out of the door right in front of our seats.
Unlike the show we saw at Arabian Knights, the focus here was more on the skills of the knights instead of the horses, but there was some parts that included a focus on the horses, as well as spear work, swordplay and our personal favorite, jousting. Each section has a different color knight to cheer for and this made the whole experience really interactive. The boys yelled themselves hoarse with cheering for our yellow knight.
In addition to the great show, the food is pretty darn tasty as well. Be prepared that you will not receive silverware to eat with, it all must be done with your hands. Included is an array of rustic fare, including tomato soup, garlic bread, a delicious chicken, a rib, potato within the skin and a pastry for dessert. Everything was quite good and I hear they also have a vegetarian menu. At the end of the meal, they do provide you with a heated towelette to clean your hands with, so don’t worry too much.
Our trip to Medieval Times was thoroughly enjoyed by all and the interactive experience was one that I have not had with any other dinner show. The performers were well versed and very skillful, making the jousting and swordplay thrilling to watch. Tickets can be found for as little as $35 on their website and you can get a free royalty upgrade if you purchase a regularly priced admissions ticket.
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