
| Event |
36th Annual CSA National Symposium 2010 |
| Theme |
Crossroads: From Cowhide to Couture |
| Type |
Costuming |
| Dates |
May 25-30, 2010 |
| Location |
The Westin Crown Center Kansas City
1 East Pershing Road
Kansas City, Missouri 64108 USA
Phone: 1-816-474-4400
Toll-free reservation line: 888-627-8538 – identify yourself with the Group Name “Costume Society of America”
CSA Group rate until April 25th |
| Website |
Costume Society of America National Symposium |
| Remarks |
WWI Museum Tour
May 27: Michael Vollbracht Keynote Speaker: Fundraising Dinner
May 28: Stella Blum Research Award Presentation: Katie Knowles
“Fashioning Slavery: Slaves and Clothing in the U.S. South, 1830-1865″
Millia Davenport Publication Award Presentation: Pravina Shukla,
“India Adorned: Fieldwork in the Study of Dress” |
“From the Past, into the Future, Crossroads Lead to New Frontiers.
Join educators, museum specialists, scholars, students, makers and marketers of fashion, and other clothing enthusiasts for the 36th annual CSA meeting in the crossroads of Kansas City, Missouri.”

| Event |
Anime Oasis 2010 |
| Theme |
Anime Oasis Saga Cosplay Challenge looks to redefine the world of competitive cosplay. |
| Type |
Anime |
| Dates |
May 27-30, 2010 |
| Location |
The Grove Hotel and Qwest Arena
245 S. Capitol Blvd
Boise, Idaho 83702 USA
Tel: 1-208-333-8000
Toll Free: 1-888-961-5000
The Grove Hotel |
| Website |
Anime Oasis Saga |
| Remarks |
Our special guests this year include:
Johnny Yong Bosch, Mari Iijima, Sonny Strait, Michael Coleman, Stephanie Yanez, The Slants, Soul Candy, NDP Comics, Ichidan, Warky T. Chocobo, Jared Tisher and Kaiju Cast.
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For four days in May, Anime Oasis features special guests, exciting events and a large dealer’s room full of anime related merchandise for sale. Anime Oasis provides a complete weekend of entertainment at affordable prices.

| Event |
NakamaCon 2010 |
| Theme |
The Premiere Anime, Steampunk, and Furry Convention of Wisconsin! |
| Type |
Furry, Anime, Steampunk |
| Dates |
May 27-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Radisson Hotel Madison
517 Grand Canyon Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53719 USA
Phone: 1-608-833-0100
Toll Free: 1-800-395-7046
Radisson Hotel Madison
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| Website |
NakamaCon.com |
| Remarks |
Guest of Honor: Joe Suggs.
Saturday: Steam Century Game and Tea Party.
Who wants to be an anime millionaire.
Panels include; SteamPunk Books, Leather Working for costumes, and Learning & Living Japanese.
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“For many of you this is your first exposure to our convention. NakamaCon was from its first conception to be a convention that literally means “A circle of friends”. The focus is to meet new people, expand your fannish base and have fun. In Wisconsin there are several conventions, but none of them cater to the specific fandoms we wanted to. So starting in 2010 Madison Wisconsin will have a convention that will be an Anime / Anthropomorphic / Steam Punk event. The best part is since we are centrally located states like Illinois, Michigan, Iowa, and Minnesota are all just a little ways away.”

| Event |
KublaCon 2010 |
| Theme |
The Khan of Cons! Our Tenth Year! |
| Type |
Gaming |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport
1333 Bayshore Highway,
Burlingame, California, USA 94010
Phone: 1 650 347 1234
San Francisco Airport Hyatt |
| Website |
KublaCon.com |
| Remarks |
While we have over 400 Game events for players of all ages…we’ve created dozens of events specifically tailored for YOUNG PLAYERS!
• Battle Cattle: The Card Game -YP
• Bitin’ Off Hedz
• Fish Stix
• Klix Are For Kids – YP-Mage Knight
• Lunch Money
• Qwirkle
Game flea market
RPGA at Kublacon is now adventuring in the Forgotten Realms
A Plethora of Painting Contests and Events! |
“Four days of family gaming fun in the San Francisco Bay Area! The largest gaming convention on the West Coast happens yearly on Memorial Day Weekend! Come join the fun!”

| Event |
Dixiecon 24 |
| Theme |
The longest-running Diplomacy tournament on the East Coast |
| Type |
Gaming |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Granville Towers
125 West Franklin Street
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514 USA
Phone: 1-800-332-3113
Granville Towers Conferences |
| Website |
Dixiecon.com |
| Remarks |
Three Diplomacy Rounds and Open Gaming
Cost: $30 per person, and $30 per night lodging
What the event is primarily known for is the unlimited style of play. Whereas most tournaments by design or necessity end Diplomacy games after a certain number of hours or game-years, at Dixiecon the games end only when someone wins or every player left on the table votes to end the game in concession or win. At the dorm is a basketball court and swimming pool, which are open to Dixiecon attendees. Come early on Friday afternoon and play some hoops before Round One with a bunch of out-of-shape Dip players.
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“Dixiecon is the longest-running Diplomacy tournament on the East Coast, featuring three rounds of Diplomacy and all the open boardgaming you can shake a stick at! Come to the tournament that has been the scene of thrilling Diplomacy gaming since 1987…! The tournament is held at Granville Towers, a private dorm adjacent to the UNC campus, and directly on the main business street in Chapel Hill, Franklin Street.”

| Event |
CONduit XX |
| Theme |
Space Pirates of CONduit
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| Type |
Science Fiction, Fantasy |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City
215 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, Utah 84101 USA
Phone: 1-801-531-7500
US & Canada Toll Free: 1-888- 201-1718
Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City |
| Website |
CONduit.sfcon.org |
| Remarks |
Featured Guest L. E. Modesitt, Jr.
Masquerade , Belly Dancing, All Night Filk, Ice Cream Social.
RPGs including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Call of Cthulhu, D100, Exalted, The Game of Hats, Paranoia, Savage Worlds, Serenity, etc.
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“CONduit, Utah’s longest-running and largest general science fiction and fantasy convention, is celebrating its 20th anniversay! Come celebrate with us!
Each year CONduit sponsors a number of contests for its members. There is something for the writer, the artist, the film maker, the crafter, the chef and much more.”

| Event |
AdventureCon 2010 |
| Tagline |
Tennessee’s Largest Collectors Show! |
| Type |
Comics and Collectables |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Pigeon Forge Convention Center
3171 Parkway
Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863 USA
Phone: 1-800-472-1188
Pigeon Forge Convention Center
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| Website |
AdventureCon.com |
| Remarks |
AdventureGirl Costume Contest
AdventureCon Costume Contest & Parade
Masquerade Ball
After Hours Club Party with the Stars
Photo opportunity with a replica of Doctor Who’s Tardis |
Celebrity guests include Billy Dee Williams, Kiowa Gordon (Twilight), Jake Lloyd (Star Wars).
Comic guests include Marty Wolfman, Gary Friedich, Steve Scott, GW Fisher.
Other guests include Mick Foley, Raven, Lilian Garcia and Sandra Taylor.

| Event |
MediaWest*Con 30 |
| Theme |
Lost on a mysterious island of fannish delight . |
| Type |
Media |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Causeway Bay Hotel Lansing
6820 South Cedar Street
Lansing, MI 48911
Phone: 1-517-694-8123
Toll Free: 1-800-333-8123
Causeway Bay Hotel |
| Website |
MediaWest*Con.org |
| Remarks |
Party Suites
MediaWest*Con is where fans gather to discuss television shows, films, books music videos, and more. All manner of media is discussed. |
“MediaWest*Con is the definitive gathering of Science Fiction/Media fandom, held each Memorial Day Weekend in Lansing, Michigan. MediaWest*Con is…a celebration of the diversity of SF/Media fandom, run by fans, for fans, and is staffed entirely by volunteers. MediaWest*Con traditionally features the Art Show and Auction, Fanzine Reading Room, Fannish Videos, Masquerade, Dealers’ Room, Fan Quality Awards, Fan Fund, both a Con Suite (AKA Hospitality Suite) and a Party Suite, and many, many, panels on a wide variety of topics representing many areas of interest. Programming is determined by member input and participation. We have no official guests.”

| Event |
Animazement 13 |
| Theme |
Japanese Animation and Manga |
| Type |
Anime and Japanese Media |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Raleigh Convention Center
500 South Salisbury Street
Raleigh, North Carolina 27601 USA
Phone: 1-919-996-8500
Raleigh Convention Center
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| Website |
Animazement.org |
| Remarks |
All ages
Thursday Night Pre-Con
Friday and Saturday: Dance the night away to your favorite anime themes, J-pop, and the best in electro-house and trance.
Video game tournaments, Manga Library, Video Screenings.
Japanese Jeopardy!
Animazement Karaoke Box (beta)
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“The mission of Animazement is to provide an introduction to Japanese Language and Culture, through the world of Japanese Animation and Manga.
For three days each spring, we bring together a diverse group of attendees, volunteers, special Japanese and American guests, panelists, and our staff, and together we share in celebrating Japanese entertainment and visual culture. Our activities span the various genres of anime, manga, video games, J-pop/J-rock, martial arts, traditional arts and crafts, and more, all in a family-friendly, festival-like atmosphere.”

| Event |
FanimeCon 2010 |
| Theme |
Fantasy RPG |
| Type |
Anime |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
150 W. San Carlos St.
San Jose, CA 95113 USA
Phone: 1-408-295-9600
San Jose Convention Center |
| Website |
FanimeCon |
| Remarks |
Ryan Gavigan, host of Anime Hell.
24-hour gaming starts Thursday at 3:00 PM.
Swap meet—Our fan-to-fan portable garage sale.
Friday Panels include Awesomely Bad J-Music, Create That Hentai & Nerd Courting (no minors).
Fanimaid Café, FanimeCon Sweet 16 Party.
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“FanimeCon is its own entity where it takes not one, but many people to bring it together. Fans from across California and beyond band together and bring life into one of the largest anime conventions in the state.”

| Event |
Strategicon: Gamex 2010 |
| Tagline |
Southern California’s Finest Gaming Conventions |
| Type |
Gaming |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
6101 West Century Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90045 USA
Phone: 1-310-642-1111
Toll Free: 1-800-325-3535
Sheraton Gateway L.A. |
| Website |
Strategicon.net |
| Remarks |
Featuring: Board Games, Card Games, Collectables, Miniatures, Role Playing Games, LARPs, and seminars.
Axis & Allies Naval Miniatures
Knightmare Chess
Ninja Burger
Holy Mozzarella!: Mustangs and Messerschmitts
Ticket to Ride: Europe
Barroom Blitzed – 1:D6 Star Wars
Warhammer: Invasion
Open Gaming – Video Games: Xbox 360 / PS2 & 3 / Wii / PC
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“Our conventions offer the chance to play, watch and buy a variety of board games, card games, miniatures, roleplaying, collectables, and computer games.”

| Event |
Florida Battle Con 2010 |
| Theme |
For ultimate Tattoo and Comic book art fans |
| Type |
Comics, Tattoos, Anime |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
The Florida Hotel and Conference Center
1500 Sand Lake Road
Orlando, Flordia 32809 USA
Phone: 1 407-951-3803
Florida Hotel and Conference Center |
| Website |
Florida Battle Con |
| Remarks |
Tattoo vendors
Cosplay Lovers Dating Game
Muscle car competition
Special $99.00/night room rates—mention Florida Battle Con |
“Florida Battle Con is a convention put on by the members of Battle Con. Members of Battle Con share a passion for the Arts, Music,Comic book,Tattoo,and art of American Muscle Car.The outside public is welcome to join the fight. This Battle is for,Tattoo,Comic Book Sci-Fi, Anime, Pop culture,Gamers,Cosplay fans,Rock,Goth, Muscle car,Bikers and People who just want to have the best time of their lives.”

| Event |
Oasis 23 2010 |
| Theme |
Science Fiction |
| Type |
Science Fiction, Science, Comic Book, Horror |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Marriott Downtown Orlando
400 West Livingston Street
Orlando, FL 32801
Phone: 407-843-6664
Toll-free: 1-800-574-3160
Marriott Downtown Orlando |
| Website |
Oasis 23 |
| Remarks |
Writer Guests of Honor: Sharon Lee and Steve Miller
Liaden series, Balance of Trade, Fledgling, Carousel Tides
Artist Guest of Honor: Richard C Livingston
Conceptual Artist and Designer: Battlestar Galactica (2003) Mulan, Tarzan(1999), Lilo and Stitch
Fan Guest of Honor: Michael Hinman
Creator of the Syfy name, site coordinator of Airlock Alpha, Rabid Doll,
Inside Blip
Filk Guest of Honor:Rob Balder |
3-Day Memberships:
$30 until 1/1/10
$35 until 5/6/10
$40 at the door

| Event |
ConQuesT 41 2010 |
| Theme |
Steampunk and Evil Geniuses |
| Type |
Steampunk |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Hyatt Regency Crown Center
2345 McGee Street,
Kansas City, Missouri, USA 64108
Tel: +1 816 421 1234 Fax: +1 816 435 4190
Hyatt Regency Crown Center |
| Website |
ConQuesT |
| Remarks |
Register online until May 14. After that, you pay at the door:
Adults = $55, Children = $27.50, Children under 6 = free
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“Following the ConQuesT Opening Ceremonies, the traditional Authors and Artists Reception in the Pershing Room will slip into an alternate reality and be reimagined as the Steampunk Cotillion”

| Event |
Marcon (Multiple Alternative Realities Convention) |
| Theme |
Necropolis: A Year of Horror |
| Type |
Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Hyatt Regency Columbus
350 North High Street,
Columbus, Ohio, 43215 USA
Phone: 1 614-463-1234
Toll Free: 1-888-421-1442, mention MARCON for con rate
Hyatt Regency Columbus |
| Website |
Marcon.org |
| Remarks |
All ages
Youth Programming
Con Suites
Gaming Guest of Honor: Twilight Creations Inc
Board games, miniatures, role playing games, and more
Saturday Masquerade with Steampunk theme |
“…We pride ourselves on being a full-spectrum family-friendly convention with programming for all ages and pretty much any subject we can get people to talk about!
Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to the MARCON experience, we’d love to listen to you expound upon your knowledge of geek…(ahem, excuse us)…fantasy and science fiction literature, art, science, and other forms of entertainment, past or present. This year, we also want to hear all you horror fans get in on the action!”

| Event |
BayCon 2010 |
| Tagline |
It’s an Adventure! |
| Type |
Science Fiction, Fantasy |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
The Hyatt Regency Santa Clara
5101 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, California 95054 USA
Phone: 1 408-200-1234
SantaClara.Hyatt.com/ |
| Website |
BayCon.org |
| Remarks |
All ages
Family Friendly, gaming, and anime rooms
BayCon Writers Workshop
Guest of Honor Peter S. Beagle
Special Guests Mercedes Lackey and Larry Dixon |
“BayCon is the largest science fiction and fantasy convention in the San Francisco Bay Area. Started in 1982, it has grown from a convention of 1,200 to averaging 2,100 people. BayCon takes place over Memorial Day weekend, starting on Friday afternoon and ending Monday afternoon. BayCon activities take place around the clock.”

| Event |
Balticon 44 (2010) |
| Theme |
Science Fiction/Fantasy |
| Type |
Science Fiction/Fantasy |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Marriott’s Hunt Valley Inn
245 Shawan Road
Hunt Valley, Maryland 21031 USA
Phone: 1-410-785-7000
Baltimore Marriot Hunt Valley Inn
Just north of Baltimore, MD on I-83 – Free Parking |
| Website |
Balticon.org |
| Remarks |
Email: balticoninfo@balticon.org
Phone: 410-JOE-BSFS (563-2737) |
“Hundreds of authors, publishers, artists, scientists, musicians and over a thousand fans at the area’s largest & longest running Science Fiction/Fantasy convention!.”

| Event |
World Steam Expo 2010 |
| Theme |
120 Years in the Making |
| Type |
Steampunk |
| Dates |
May 28-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Hyatt Regency Dearborn
600 Town Center Dr.
Dearborn, Michigan, 48126-2793
Tel: +1 313 593 1234
Hyatt Regency Dearborn/World Steam Expo rate |
| Website |
World Steam Expo |
| Remarks |
All ages
Guest Authors Phil and Kaja Foglio of Girl Genius
Musical Guests Abney Park
Clockwork Nanny child-sitting service
Masquerade Ball |
“The Premier Steampunk event of the Midwest welcomes you one and all for an event the likes the world has yet to witness. Join us for 4 days of wonder, amazement and splendor as we cater you to an event 120 years in the making. From special guests, unique programming, concerts, contests & more.”

| Event |
Rock’n Comic Con 2010 |
| Tagline |
The hottest spot for Art, Music & Entertainment is right here in the LA area where the local talent is – we’re bringing it home for the artists and fans! |
| Type |
Comic Con |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Pasadena Convention Center & Civic Auditorium
300 East Green Street
Pasadena, California 91101-2308 USA
Phone: 1-626-793-2122
Pasadena Convention Center |
| Website |
Rock’nComicCon.com |
| Remarks |
Guest of Honor, legendary Marvel Comics Creator Stan “The Man” Lee.
J. David Spurlock and Jim Steranko
Fire Performers, Themed Performers & Tribute Bands
Costume competition and After Hours Party Jam |
”This Entertainment-driven Convention is everything that is expected at a Comic Con, plus a lot more added fun features…. Pasadena Rock’n Comic Con gathers local top talents from the Arts, Music, Dance Performance, Major Animation & Film Studios, all at one exciting Media & Entertainment Convention. Through day & evening ticket sales, Premier and Retail Exhibitors, Sponsors & Investors, our intent is to offer free tables for independent artists, art & music schools, colleges and various charity organizations.”

| Event |
Timegate 2010 |
| Theme |
Doctor Who, Stargate, and Everything in Between! |
| Type |
Science Fiction |
| Dates |
May 28-30, 2010 |
| Location |
Holiday Inn Select Atlanta-Perimeter/Dunwoody
4386 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road
Atlanta, Georgia 30341 USA
Phone: 1 770-457-6363
Toll Free: 1 800-972-2404
Make reservations with Timegate 2010 rate |
| Website |
Timegatecon.org |
| Remarks |
TimeGate Fan Tables
TimeGate Team Trivia Competition
Three Masquerade categories: Dr. Who, Stargate and Other
David Read, Co-editor of Stargate website Gateworld.net
Book Release Party for the first Stargate SG-1
novel from Diana Dru Botsford |
“TimeGate is an annual science fiction / fantasy covention that focuses on Doctor Who and Stargate, though all interests are represented. So if you’re into Stargate SG-1, Doctor Who, Stargate Atlantis, Torchwood or the Sarah Jane Chronicles—or you’re excited about the upcoming show Stargate Universe—this is the con for you! But if not, we’ll also have Star Trek, Battlestar, Heroes, literary, horror and comics programming too, along with many other topics.”

| Event |
Virginia Renaissance Faire 2010 |
| Theme |
Such Stuff as Dreams are Made On |
| Type |
Renaissance Faire |
| Dates |
Weekends: May 15—June 13, 2010 |
| Location |
Lake Anna Winery
5621 Courthouse Road
Spotsylvania, Virginia 22551-6100 USA
Phone: 1 540-895-5085
LAWinery.com |
| Website |
Virginia Renaissance Faire |
| Remarks |
All ages
Admission: Ages 6 and up $8, 5 and under Free!
Court Musicians, The Queen’s Jesters, and many merchants |
“Mission Statement: To provide the highest quality interactive educational entertainment ensuring all participants (patrons, cast and crew) not only have fun but also come away from each event with increased knowledge.
The Faire brings a unique brand of educational interactive family entertainment. Join in the revelry as the little 16th century town of Staffordshire celebrates the arrival of Elizabeth, Queen of England and her court.”

| Event |
Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire 2010 |
| Type |
Renaissance Faire |
| Dates |
Five weekends, May 22-23 through June 19-20, 2010 |
| Location |
Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire
2302 Nelson Rd.
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin 54729 USA
Phone: 1 715-723-9999 |
| Website |
FestFun.com |
| Remarks |
All ages
Meet the King, watch the jousters joust, hear the brass and drums, gnaw on a turkey leg, chug an ale, have a belly laugh.
Adults $15.00, Children (5-12) $5.00, Seniors (65 and over) $13.00
Wee ones 4 and under are free.
Active military and their spouse are free with ID.
Group and Early Bird rates available.
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“We are one of the newest and fastest growing Renaissance Faires in Wisconsin! The Chippewa Valley Renaissance Faire in Wisconsin offers opportunities for entertainment that are affordable, accessible, and high-quality. Parking is free! Ticket prices are significantly more reasonable than other Renaissance Faires in Wisconsin. We offer package discounts and coupons throughout the season.”

| Event |
Atomicon XVI (2010) |
| Type |
Comic Book, DVDs, toys, nonsports cards and action figures |
| Date |
May 30, 2010 10am to 4pm |
| Location |
Holiday Inn
151 Route 72 East
Manahawkin, New Jersey 08050
(609) 481-6100
Junction of Rt. 9 and Rt. 72 |
| Website |
Atomicon Comics Expo |
| Remarks |
Teens and Adults $2; Kids 12 and Under are ALWAYS FREE; For dealer info or guest-artist appearance updates, e-mail your request to: beezee622@netzero.net |
Thousands of comics from the Golden Age to the Modern Age will be available for sale, along with DVDs, toys, nonsports cards and action figures.
Our famous Bat-Bux $howcash Drawing; Super-Hero Movie Tickets Drawing; Mystery Box ‘o’ Stuff (over $100/value inside)
Classic 60s Monster Magazine Drawing

| Event |
Mayfaire Renaissance Festival 2010 |
| Tagline |
Come have the time of your life! |
| Type |
Renaissance Faire |
| Dates |
May 22-31, 2010 |
| Location |
Mayfaire Renaissance Festival
720 Fair Street
Marshall, Michigan 49068 USA
Phone: 1 269-382-6120 |
| Website |
MayfaireRen.com |
| Remarks |
All ages, Adults $10.00, Children (5-11) $5.00, Under 5 free.
Weekends and Memorial Day, 10:00-6:00
4 stages – Non-Stop Entertainment – Shows Galore! Don’t miss a single moment.
Vikings of the Great Lakes
Dark Flower Gypsies—Gypsy-tribal fusion belly dance troupe |
“Join the Mayfaire Renaissance Festival for all the fun and adventure with a fantastic line up of daily Entertainment. Join the Queen, Princess, and the court, as they frolic at the Mayfaire Renaissance Festival. Join in the festivities around the Maypole, the Queen’s Tournament, or perhaps a lite Tea with the Queen.”