Make an Exciting Show

“Victory is ours!” we chanted, while clapping and cheering for one of the best shows we’ve seen, Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament. From the large entry doors and gates to the colorful banners, castle doors and rows of seats in the arena, we were already in anxious anticipation of our first dinner and tournament show.

Our son immediately noticed the sand in the middle of the arena, inquiring about what was to come. My husband and I didn’t know, which made it even more exciting. We purchased a glowing sword and a flag from a vendor right before the arena became enveloped in darkness and the show began. Bouncing lights in every color and smoke cascaded around us. Our son sat back and said, “Wow!”  We clapped for the knights during the Tournament Games; watched the falcon perform during the Sport of Kings and the saw horses showing off their skills – all while enjoying  our three-course Kings Feast. We ate with our hands!

Then, the jousting began. Two knights gallop towards one another, and one knight hits the other, knocking him off of his horse. They then fight on the ground, armed with swords and shields, or any weapon of choice. Our son exclaimed out loud, “This is dangerous!” But he kept his eyes glued to each joust shouting, “Watch out,” every time. The knights fought to the very end.

Our son is 5 and it was the perfect age to enjoy the show and be super excited about eating with his hands. Anyone from 3-99 would agree. He loved meeting the knights afterwards in the castle’s foyer. In just two hours we had traveled to a different time. What an amazing show!

– Ayanna Hawkins