Due to continuing health and safety concerns related to Covid-19 pandemic, we have made the very difficult decision cancel our in-person show for 2021. Although we will not be able to gather in person to enjoy the distinctive smell of hay mixed with funnel cake, our team is putting together a virtual festival lovingly called “Hoggetowne at Home: a Virtual Medieval Experience” where you can visit merchant booths, watch demonstrations and engage in activities from the comfort of home. We hope you will be able to join us virtually in 2021 and look forward to seeing everyone again in 2022.
Photo Courtesy of Laurel Housden
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Can you purchase tickets at the gate?
Yes, tickets can be purchased at the gate. Can tickets be purchased in advance? Yes, tickets may be purchased online for a small service fee. Tickets may also be purchased at no additional fee at Gainesville Domino’s pizza stores or at the PRCA Administrative Office, Thomas Center, Building B, 3rd Floor, 306 NE 6th Ave., 32601, Mon.-Fri., 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m. in historic downtown Gainesville. General admission tickets may not be purchased in advance for Friday, January 31. Schools or home-school programs seeking a discounted group rate for "School Day at the Faire" must register online or over the phone in advance by January 10. What are the ticket prices? For the weekend days of January 23-24, 30-31 and February 6-7, the ticket prices are as follows: Adults — $19 Seniors (60+) — $16 Military (one ticket per valid ID) — $16 Youth (ages 5-17) — $9 Children 4 and under — FREE February 5 is Family Friday and "School Day at the Faire," and it features reduced-price tickets for all attendees: All Adults — $10 Youth (ages 5-17) — $5 Children 4 and under — FREE Are there any special discounts? Seniors and Military members receive a discount on January 23-24, 30-31. General Adult tickets are only discounted on Friday, February 5, and coupons may not be used on Friday. Is there a fee for parking? Parking is free. The West parking lot located on Waldo Road just down from the 39th Avenue intersection is larger and offers a shuttle service to the ticket gate. The East parking lot located on 39th Avenue at the main entrance to the fairgrounds contains all-day ADA parking as well as volunteer parking. What are the hours? The hours are 10 a.m. — 6 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. The hours on Friday are 9 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. We suggest that you arrive early to avoid parking issues, traffic delays and long lines. Tickets will go on sale 30 minutes before the gate opens. In addition, there will be a morning show at each gate that will take place 15 minutes prior to the start of the Faire. Where is the Faire located? The Hoggetowne Medieval Faire is located at 3100 NE 39th Avenue, west of the Gainesville Regional Airport. If you are coming from I-75, take exit 390 and head east. Follow signs to the Gainesville Regional Airport. |
Are credit cards accepted?
Credit cards can be used to purchase tickets. Only some vendors accept credit cards at their booths. We suggest you bring cash for food, rides, games and vendors. How much money should I bring? Vendors will be selling meals at prices ranging from $8 to $10, and individual items such as soft drinks, ice cream, funnel cakes, hot dogs, etc., will be sold at prices from $2 to $6. Merchants will be selling goods such as waxed and metal roses, jewelry, hats, toy swords and much more. The price for rides and games rides varies from $4 to $6. Are pets permitted? Pets are not permitted with the exception of service animals. Is the site handicap accessible? The site is primarily handicap accessible. However, the food court and jousting arena are located in a grassy area at the west end of the Faire. ADA parking is located in the East Parking lot. What is the weather policy? The Faire will take place rain or shine unless conditions become unsafe. Can you re-enter on the same day? To re-enter on the same day, you must get your hand stamped by one of the Faire volunteers before leaving the fairgrounds. On Friday, Feb. 1 you may re-enter on the same day with your wrist band. What is your weapons policy? Bladed weapons are permitted but must be peace-tied. Peace ties will be available at each gate and at the Information Booth, located near the eastern Alehouse. Can you bring food and drinks in? Yes, you may bring food and drinks in. Are there stroller or wheelchair rentals? No, there are no stroller or wheelchair rentals. Is there beer sold at the Faire? Yes, there are two places that sell beer: The eastern Alehouse is near the Information Booth, and the western Alehouse is located at the front of the food court (if moving west and emerging from the merchant lanes). What children activities are there? In addition to the wide variety of rides and games available, children can visit the King and Queen of Hoggetowne at the Royal Pavilion. The King and Queen are very gracious, and your young knight or princess will be officially knighted as lords and ladies, dragon slayers and damsels of the royal court. The Kids Kingdom offers free activities and a free fairy wand craft for children. Families can also enjoy the Children’s Pavilion, which offers many performances for the young and young at heart. |
Contact Information:
City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
Sta. 30, PO Box 490
Gainesville, FL 32627
Phone: (352) 393-8536
Fax: (352) 334-2249
Sunshine Andrei, Events Coordinator
AndreiSV@cityofgainesville.org
Produced By:
The City of Gainesville
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department
City of Gainesville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department
Hoggetowne Medieval Faire
Sta. 30, PO Box 490
Gainesville, FL 32627
Phone: (352) 393-8536
Fax: (352) 334-2249
Sunshine Andrei, Events Coordinator
AndreiSV@cityofgainesville.org
Produced By:
The City of Gainesville
Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department