Once Upon a Time

October 3 & 4

Step into a realm where tales take flight and magic dances on the breeze! Join us on an enchanting journey into the whimsical world of fantasy and fables, where imagination knows no bounds and every corner holds a story waiting to be discovered. From the fluttering wings of delicate fairies to the ancient forests where mystical creatures roam, from the hero protecting Canterbury visitors to the villains waiting for battle. Don your cloak, cosplay costume or come as you are.

More Information Coming Soon!

Merry Mayhem Stage

TIMEEVENT
12:30 PMFeed the Kraken
2:00 PMGnome Dome Challenge
2:30 PMFantasy Mask Contest

Wicked Wand Workshop

Join the fun at the Wicked Wand Workshop – make your own wand in the Children’s Realm and see if it passes the wizard’s test.

Character Bingo Card

Embark on a character quest through Canterbury! Pick up a Bingo Card inside either gate, find five characters, collect their signatures, and return to the King’s Gate Info Booth before 6 PM for a reward.

Children’s Realm Craft

Magic Bean Shakers

Featured Last Huzzah Song

Lily the Pink

Deals & Discounts

Celebration of Cities

Bring you Driver’s License or a piece of mail with your name and address on it showing one of these cities and you will get $3 off your ticket purchased at the box office: 

  • Tonganoxie, Kansas
  • Gladstone, Missouri
  • Fort Scott, Kansas
  • Sedalia, Missouri

Renaissance Scholars

Students grade K-College, show your proof of good grades (all As and Bs or equivalent) either digitally or on paper at the box office and get a free ticket.  College student must show current school ID.


Artisan Appreciation

Shop with the artisans inside the festival.  Show your paper receipts of purchases totaling over $200 and receive a free ticket to our Renaissance Festival.  (exception Oct 11-13 you have the choice of receiving a free ticket to Knights of Lights festival instead.


Military & First Responders

With work ID you receive $5 off one adult ticket!