2012 Northern California Renaissance - Dockside Alley

This year, new and exciting entertainment has been added in the village of Willingtown. For the mature revelers ages 21 and older, enter the adult only Dockside Alley.

Throughout the faire, seven stages will show an original form of Renaissance theatre featuring nonstop entertainment such as William Shakespeare acts, noble social dances, and magnificent swordplay. In addition, the return of veteran jousters will fight twice daily in the Queen’s honor at the famous World Tournament of Champions.… Show more

At sun down, catch the exclusive Celtic Rock Concert Series showcasing music genre favorites, free with admission every Saturday at 6pm.

Celebrate the exceptional harvest at the one-of-a-kind Marketplace Faire. More than 140 master artisans will display the latest designs and finest hand work including blown glass, keen blades, armor and chain mail, romantic clothing, leather-work, woodwork, hand wrought jewelry, sculpture and much, much more.

During the festivities, interact with many local guilds going about their daily lives such as the happy peasants, crooked constables, men in tights, and merry maidens. Stop to play a game of darts or sink your teeth into delicious fare while perusing the fine crafts displayed throughout the shire.

Advance tickets will be available in August! Purchase online before September 13th and receive $5 off admission! Children 12 and under will be admitted FREE entrance for all five weekends, and during Opening Weekend, general ticket pricing is “Two-For-One”. Tickets will go on sale in August, 2012.

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