along with the rise of the fantasy genre. America's first Ren fair was most likely the Renaissance Pleasure Faire of Southern California, held in April and May in Irwindale, California ...

Alert the town crier, the Northern California Renaissance Faire has been voted as one of the best in the country by USA Today ...

As reality rears its ugly head as we return to work after all those holiday parties and events, the quirky mashup of history ...

Halloween Fantasy, and an Oktoberfest celebration. And if you are a beginner in Ren-Fair or forget your corset or tunic at home, the fair has artisan shops with costumes and accessories to buy.