Truly Old-Fashioned Dinner Theater
Return to the days of yore when chivalry reigned and knights roamed the earth! Too much? Well, go visit Medieval Times and you'll get a good dose of over-the-top entertainment. It's the kind of place that seems to take itself seriously, but you can't if you want to have a great time.
That said, there's much to enjoy and be amazed by - the choreography of the fights, the skill of the horses. It's a great night out with the family (particularly if you have knights and princesses of your own) or with a group of rowdy friends.
The Story
Eating at the Times
Guests feast on garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, roasted chicken, spare rib, herb-basted potatoes, pastry of the Castle, coffee and two rounds of select beverages. A full-service bar is also available for adult guests. Vegetarian meals are available upon request. Vegetarian meal includes tomato bisque soup, garlic bread, large portobello mushroom cap stuffed with whole grain, rice and bean blend, large skewer of roasted vegetables, hummus with pita chips, pastry of the castle and two rounds of select beverages.
Waging Battle
The castle sets the tone before you even go inside.
Locations
Kissimmee, FL
Buena Park, Calif.
Schaumburg, Ill.
Hanover, Md.
Lyndhurst, N.J.
Myrtle Beach, S.C.
Dallas, Texas
Atlanta, Ga.
Toronto, Canada
Castles open 90 minutes prior to show time, and there's a lot to see and do in the lobby, like the torture museum or photo ops. The show lasts approximately two hours. The schedule of show times varies by season and may be subject to change. Admission price includes the show, dinner and two rounds of select beverages. Ticket prices vary at each Castle. Here in Dallas, it's $52 for adults and $37 for children, but there are often coupons in the paper that can get the kids in for free.
Experience Medieval Times
Medieval Times - Toronto
Clips from Medieval Times in Toronto with music from LotR: Two Towers trailer - Requim for a Dream. Note: The dedicated to Tim comment is an inside joke. :P
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About the Actors
Inside Edition Story
Medieval Times on Inside Edition
Documentary / interview about the Medieval Times restaurant chain on Inside Edition during the early 1990's.
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Medieval Times: What's the Buzz?
- Surgery in Medieval Times: The Work of a Surgeon in the Middle Ages
- Medieval surgeons carried out a variety of medical procedures and, in a world where formal qualifications were unnecessary, varied in competence and experience.
- 87 Medieval Times on Flickr - Photo Sharing!
- 87 Medieval Times. ... 87 Medieval Times. To take full advantage of Flickr, you should use a JavaScript-enabled browser and install the latest version of the Macromedia Flash Player. 87 Medieval Times by nuclearmse. ...
- Gift Ideas for Knight Books for Boys and Girls: Present ...
- Days of Knights and Damsels: An Activity Guide by Laurie Carlson [A Kid's Guide series, Chicago Review Press, 1998] uses fun craft activities to introduce different aspects of life in Medieval times. Castle by David Macaulay [Houghton ...
Special effects are becoming an important part of the show.
About the Horses
Training begins early. As weanlings, the horses are introduced to lead ropes and halters, followed by saddles at age two. Long reigns and simple exercises like lunging follow. At age three, the horses go to their new homes at one of MT's North American castles, where they learn advanced-level dressage from a master horse trainer. Then life as a pampered performer begins. After several years in the spotlight, the magnificent steeds retire to live out their lives in comfort and serenity at Chapel Creek Ranch.
The True Stars of the Show
The Awesome Horses from Medieval Times
the horses doing amazing jumps
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More of the Dancing Horses
More About Dressage
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Dressage, not Stressage!
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May this lens bring you insights and food for thought: whether a newbie stepping for the first time into the dancing world of Dressage or whether an accomplished professional maintaining the rhythm into it, I dearly hope that what so many horses have...
Photos of the Medieval Action
Joust
Knights
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The show at Medieval Times Toronto.
I think this was the hardest show i've ever tried to capture on film
Buena Park, California
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Knights and Castles for Your Scrapbook Page
Knights - $2.89
Sparkle Castle - $2.49
Two 2"x6.5" sheets.
Castle Tapestry paper - $.60
Fairy Princess Epoxy - $5.49
One 5.5"x8.5" sheet
Fairy Princess Sticker - $2.99
Clear Crowns Rhinestone Brads - $4.99
Six brads per package. Also available in pink and amber.
Princess Icons - $1.09
Princess Vellum - $1.29
Glitter accented.
More About Medieval Times
- Medieval Times
- Official website for the company
- Dallas Morning News
- Great article with some behind the scenes info on the show.
- Knight signs on to history
- Story from Orange County about one of the knights there who is deaf.
- Behind the Scenes
- Reporter heads behind the scenes to check out the new show at the Maryland castle.
- Training to be a knight
- Recent article in the Dallas Morning News about the latest crop of guys training to be knights.
Have You Been to Medieval Times?
Did you enjoy yourself? What was your favorite part? Have something you want to share about the experience? Do it here!
seth wrote
I went to the one in LA, california. It was the best show ever saw.I want to go there again next year. I'm 14, I suggest that even if you don't like medieval times, you should definitley go to the one nearest you. It will be one of the mist memorable moments in your life.GO SEE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted November 21, 2008
Squidster wrote...
We have one here in Southern California (Buena Park) but I haven't been yet. When my boys get just a little bit older I will definitely take them. Will be back to refer to your exhaustive info here.
Posted September 07, 2008
lisadh wrote...
I've been to the one in California and had a great time. It's wonderful for kids (and big kids, too!).
Posted August 22, 2008
Mac33 wrote...
Been twice and had a lot of fun. One of the few (only?) restaurants that encourages you to call your waitress a wench.
Posted July 12, 2008
poddys wrote...
I went to the one in Chicago when my daughter was 3. She went dressed as a medieval princess - very cute. Food was good, show was excellent. I think it's a good fun evening out, especially if oyu dress for the occasion. Very detailed lens, I always like plenty of details :) 5***** well deserved.
Posted July 01, 2008
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