Des Moines Renaissance Faire

Strolling in at the entrance to the faire.

These guys had real weapons, and they really were swinging and hitting. Very cool action.

Dawn gets serenaded to.

Knights fighting it out on foot.

Knights jousting...

...and then taking it to the ground.

We had a lot of fun at the Renaissance Faire this year. It was our first time going, and they just got done (or almost done) with all of the construction. It is sure to be even better next year. If you plan on going, be prepared to spend more money than you think. All of the shows "pass a bucket" for donations and such and it can get a bit pricey.