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| Medieval Times squires and knights |
We’ve heard about the Medieval Times before but we were not
really keen on watching “knights” joust as we had dinner. As my mom got
tickets for us, we got a chance to check this dinner/show out.
We made our reservation during the CNE (Canadian National
Exhibition) which is held annually on the last weeks of August before Labour
day. We thought it was only parking which was going to be an issue but we did
not expect to see a huge crowd there.
We arrived an hour before our 730pm dinner reservation to
pick up our tickets at the box office and the place was packed! There was a
huge line up all the way to the entrance. Not sure if the crowd was really usually
like this or if it was because of the CNE.
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| Medieval Times Box Office |
Anyway, the wait wasn’t too bad and we were left with about
30minutes to spare before dinner started. We checked out the gift shops with many
counters throughout the castle. They sold anything and everything to do with
knights and ladies. They sold plastic, wooden and steel swords, daggers,
shields. They also had floral headdresses for the ladies, the usual shirts and
other trinkets. Prices were, of course, touristy. There was also an exhibit
called the “dungeon” which, I believe, featured torture instruments, for an
additional fee.
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| Medieval Times castle hall |
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| Medieval Times merchandise/gift shop |
There was a bar where drinks can be purchased in regular or
fancy cups/mugs such as a knight’s helm or shiny goblets. We did not get drinks
or souvenirs but instead looked at the horses that were going to be in the
show.
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| Beautifully-braided Spanish horse @ Medieval Times |
We also took some photos in thrones, beside shiny armours (the works), and
before long it was time to head to the arena.
The girls were so excited. They had no clue where we were
going for dinner so when it dawned on them that we were watching a show about
knights with horses and swords, their eyes practically sparkled! They’ve
seen this on TV!
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| The king and princess @ Medieval Times |
We sat on a reserved table (assigned at the box office)
which was set up like a bar. The elongated slim tables did not allow for much
conversation with your dinnermates but were great for watching. Apart from
being assigned a table, your party is also assigned a banner colour which had a
corresponding knight to cheer for.
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| "Lord Chancellor" @ Medieval Times |
I must say that our Green Knight was also the
most handsome! Whooo! The girls agree :)
heck, even hubby agrees! Haha! We also
had mini-flags for cheering on our knight in the tournament.
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| Green Knight @ Medieval Times |
Well, we lost ourselves in that world and totally had a
blast. It was like watching a play with tons of audience interaction and a meal
to boot! The king and princess were holding a feast (where our dinner comes
into play) and for our entertainment, the knights went through various
challenges in the tournament.
There was a horse show featuring the majestic
Spanish horses,
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| Spanish horses @ Medieval Times |
a falconry show
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| Royal Falconer @ Medieval Times |
and various medieval games of skill. The
jousting tournament was authentic. The various banners cheered on their knights
as they clashed swords. Sparks actually flew from the metal weapons that DD#2
was concerned they might catch fire. Screens were set up to protect the
audience from the lances splintered in the jousts.
Now, our bill of fare consisted of garlic bread, tomato
soup, roasted chicken, spare rib, herb-roasted potato and a pastry for dessert.
Non-alcoholic drinks and coffee/tea was also included. We were stuffed!
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| "Dragon's blood" tomato soup @ Medieval Times |
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| "Baby dragon" roasted chicken @ Medieval Times |
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| Rib and potato @ Medieval Times |
They also did not
make any changes for the children and the kids also got the same meal. As our “serving
wench” brought the food out, the girls were quick to tell us there was just too
much and that they would not be able to finish their meal at all. Our “wench” did bring us some
to-go boxes so we didn’t feel too bad about so much left over by the kids. The
food was tasty. Nothing spectacular and something you might find in the
food-to-go section of your grocery store, but it was ample and hearty. No
utensils were provided so we had to eat with our bare hands—a task which was
made difficult only because it was hard to keep taking photos!
As with any good story, there was a conflict and a villain.
The games’ winning knight defended the kingdom. Sad to say, but our cutie knight
was not the one who defended the castle and saved the princess’ honor. Am sure
they change up the winners every show.
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| Parade of Knights @ Medieval Times |
It was definitely a lot of fun. The vibe was
definitely electric in the arena and the acting was pretty good. The show
lasted two hours and the girls did not want it to end. That, I would say, made
this show a hit in our family. Definitely recommended especially with the kids.
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