Have you ever wondered what life would have been like during the Renaissance era? While we’re eternally grateful for modern luxuries, sometimes it’s fun to imagine daily life in the age of knights and fair maidens, a time of exciting social change, art, and chivalry. Luckily, you don’t have to imagine, at least for a weekend — the Montana Renaissance Festival is returning to ZooMontana, and it’s sure to be better than ever.

Montana's annual Renaissance Festival takes you back to 16th-century Europe for a weekend.
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This year's dates are September 4th and 5th; during Labor Day weekend.
Dressing up for this event is not required, but you'll definitely want to.
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You'll love checking out all the period costumes of the knights, ladies, lords, and fairies.
The Festival will host the Knights of Epona in full-contact armored jousting tournaments -- and that's far from the only entertainment taking place.
2100 Shiloh Rd, Billings, MT 59106, USA
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You can even get married or renew your vows in the Sensory Gardens with the King and Queen presiding.

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Guests can enjoy belly dancers, sword swallowers, aerial acrobats, and other performers on three separate stages.
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Walk around and you'll see storytellers, musicians, singers, dancers, and villagers welcoming you to the festival.
The festival is family-friendly and your little ones will get a kick out of the costumes and entertainment.
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The zoo (royal beastiary) is also open, so they can check out all of the creatures in the kingdom.
When you visit, make sure you come hungry -- and thirsty.
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Not only can you feast like royalty on things like smoked turkey legs and steak on a stake, but the pubs also serve delicious mead.
The Montana Renaissance Festival is a blast for Montanans of all ages and interests.
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Adult tickets are just $15 for one day and $25 for a weekend pass. Family passes and senior and military discounts are also available.

Have you ever been to a Renaissance Festival? Here’s your chance!

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