If you have gathered anything from my love and passions while reading this blog, it’s that I’m a bit of a history geek.
My first passions started with medieval and renaissance Europe as a teen. Which lead me, almost annually, to the Colorado Renaissance Festival.
Since then, I go every year or two with a group of friends and a wad of cash to enjoy a fun and silly adventure.
Held every weekend in the summer, usually June to early August, the festival is all that a Renaissance festival can be expected to be.
It’s the perfect chance to dress up in a cute, sexy, ridiculous, or just funny costume. Over the years I have made, worn, and even bought some fun get ups. There was a princess or three, movie costumes, a pirate a couple of time, and most recently a maiden costume.
It’s not a historical trip I seek anymore, as I am fully aware of the inaccuracies and absurdity of the festival. Instead, I seek out the shows, frozen margaritas, and artisan goods. I enjoy a day of walking and talking with friends, and I love seeing the care and details taken with homemade costumes.
If you find yourself along the front range of Colorado in the summer, stop by for a turkey leg or two.
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