![]() ![]() One by one the knights fall, but the knight who wins (during our visit it was, much to our dismay, the Red Knight) chooses his Queen of Love and Beauty. Once a few games are completed, the knights have to joust and battle to show that they are worthy – a thrilling up-close and personal look at the way things were done back in the day. At this time, the Royal Falconer also appears with – what else – his falcon! The tournament includes a live flight of the royal falcon as he soars above the King’s guests, which is really quite impressive. Shortly thereafter, the entertainment begins with various tricks on horseback, dancing horses, and a color guard. Typically, while you are being greeted by your wenches and serfs, the knights are also being announced, followed by Don Carlos, the King, and his daughter, Princess Catalina, who is bound and determined to marry a man for love, not just one who has been chosen for her. While you dine at Medieval Times, a tournament takes place that keeps you on the edge of your seat. The “fresh fruit” that she ordered for dessert was just a whole orange sliced in a peculiar way – this might be what they serve regularly, but she expected more of a fruit cup of some sort. My sister chose the vegetarian option for her feast and felt the portions there were a bit lacking. As I looked around, I could tell that kids in particular were enjoying this sans-utensil style of dining. It was a bit odd to eat with my hands (no tableware is provided), but I understand that this is all part of the Medieval Times culture, and it really does help to transport you to that time and place. I am not usually one to enjoy meat on the bone, but I really enjoyed this chicken, and I loved the spare rib! The herb-roasted potato was another group favorite, and the apple pastry we received was warm, soft, and tasty, too. The children’s option for both is identical, which we thought was a bit much for smaller children. There is also a vegetarian option, which includes hummus, pita bread, carrot and celery sticks, a three-bean stew with fire-roasted tomato and brown rice, and fresh fruit or Italian ice for dessert. ![]() Select non-alcoholic beverages are also included, with a full service bar available for an additional fee. The meal includes half of an oven-roasted chicken, garlic bread, tomato bisque soup, an herb-roasted potato, spare rib, and pastry of the castle for dessert. Once seated, we were greeted by our serf (server), and the Bill of Fare – or the evening’s feast – was quickly served. I definitely recommend taking the family here prior to the show or even after the night’s events are over. Along with the castle, the Medieval Times location in Kissimmee also offers an authentic eight-cottage medieval village which is equally as entertaining. The castle we entered, I should mention, was the first in North America (it opened in 1983) and comes complete with a variety of suits of armor in the lobby. ![]() Each crown’s color represents the knight for whom you will be cheering throughout the show. Once it was time for table call, we heard trumpets sound and were taken to our seats with the other noble guests of our knight’s allegiance in the King’s Court. This is a great time to take some really fun photos! While we waited to be seated, we explored the Great Hall, which includes a full bar and shopping center. We arrived for the 6:00pm performance and, upon entering the castle, received our table cards and were given our blue crowns and flags. ![]() Recently, my family and I were able to take part in another Medieval Times show (which was updated in 2012) close by in Kissimmee. I loved the magic, mystique, and – of course! – the knights and horses. The first time I attended a Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament show, I was easily under the age of 10. ![]()
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