Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament in Dallas, TX

**Full Disclosure: I was invited to a media preview at Medieval Times. All opinions are my own. 

Jousting, horsemanship & falconry plus a four-course, utensil-free meal served in a castle-like space. Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament is exciting adventure for kids of all ages. Have you ever been? If not, you are in for a real treat!

Not long ago, I was at Medieval Times for a VIP Experience where I had an exclusive up-close look at the castle’s high-spirited Andalusian horses, led by Javier our Master of Horse. We were able to pet the horses and ask Javier all kinds of questions.

After our one-on-one time with Javier and the horses, we stayed and watched the brand new show! For the first time in the company’s 34 year history, a Queen has become the sole ruler of the kingdom.

The Show –

The new (nearly two-hour) show continues to highlight all of the things you love about Medieval Times: jousting, horsemanship, swordplay and a fresh, hot, four-course feast.

The Queen is the sole ruler of her kingdom and she is cast as a firm yet kind and respected leader. She has inherited the throne at the passing of her father, the previous king.

If you have seen the show in the past, there are a series of other significant changes to the show:

• More than 700 new costumes for all nine castles’ performers including horses, all of which are custom-designed and hand-made at a dedicated costume shop near Dallas Design District.
• 200 new suits of armor, shields, and helmets, all of which are custom-designed and hand-made at a dedicated armory in Florida.
• More than 350 team members and 225 horses train and rehearse new lines and fight scenes for three months while still presenting the previous show.
• New music was composed by Dr. Daniel May, composer and jazz pianist who scored “Everest” and other films and who worked with Sting, The Moody Blues and others. He directed and recorded Medieval Times’ new show composition in Kiev with the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine. He directed the choir in Ukraine with lyrics written by poet and choir member Solomia Gorokhivska, and a solo cellist and violin player from Pittsburgh, PA.
• The audience experiences a live action film score that is precisely synchronized with every element of the show, from lights to fights; jousts to jabs; the Queen’s entry to curtain closings; and more.
• The sound and light team spends 120 hours programming 300 new music cues and 500 new lighting cues. Several castles are installing and programming a new LED lighting system that offers 256 colors versus the old 14-color system. The system is powered by 10 miles of cable and an estimated million-dollar upgrade.

The new show opened on October 19 in Dallas, and the next one launches in Chicago on December 8, with the subsequent seven castles to follow over the next nine to 12 months.

The Feast –

• Garlic Bread
• Tomato Bisque Soup
• Oven-Roasted Chicken
• Herb-Basted Potato
• Sweet Buttered Corn
• Pastry of the Castle
• Limited Selection of Beverages

*Vegetarian meals available upon request.
*A full-service bar is available at additional cost.
*Non-alcoholic beverages come in special souvenir cups and can be refilled at a discount.
*Menu is subject to change.

Location: 2021 N Stemmons Fwy., Dallas, TX 75207
(This location is one of nine castles that Medieval Times owns and operates in the U.S. and Toronto, Canada.)

Get Tickets to Medieval Times: Seating at the Castles is limited and reservations are strongly recommended.
Purchase tickets through the online ticketing system which also allows for the purchase of enhancement packages. If you’d prefer, you can also purchase tickets by calling 1-866-543-9637. Visa, MasterCard, Discover/Novus, American Express and traveler’s checks are accepted.

Sensible Tips:

• Get there early & wait in line! Seating is on a first come, first serve basis.
• On rainy days, pack an umbrella because you’ll be waiting outside.
• Pack your souvenir cup each time you visit as you can refill your it at a discounted price if you bring the previously purchased cup.
• If you don’t like to eat with your hands, I strongly suggest you pack disposable plastic-ware as utensils weren’t an option in the 11th century and will not be provided at Medieval Times.

Visit Medieval Times this Spring Break!

Experience the excitement of Medieval Times this Spring Break.
A four-course feast awaits as you watch the pageantry and thrills of an authentic medieval tournament come to life inside the walls of the Queen’s 11th Century Style Castle. Six armor-clad Knights of the realm compete in thrilling games on horseback as the pageant unfolds and cheers of the Queen’s noble guests fill the arena. Skill and strength are measured in the combat. Discover which of the Knights shall become champion. Included: A hearty four-course meal prepared by Her Majesty’s master chefs, two hours of action packed live entertainment and complimentary parking.

Knights Training:
This Spring Break bring your kids to train to become Knights of the realm at Medieval Times! They will enjoy watching an exclusive weapons demonstration by our Knights and Weapons Master, and learning about the grueling training it takes to become a Knight. Upon completion of their training your children will be knighted by her majesty Maria Isabella in a group knighting ceremony.

Knights Training is available Friday March 9th before the 6pm show and before all 2pm shows March 10 – 18. Admission is included with purchase of each child’s ticket. Children must be between the ages of 5 and 12 to participate. Space is limited and training is available on a first come first served basis. Training is open to both boys and girls. Closed toe shoes are required to participate.

Friday, March 9th
Doors open: 4:00 p.m.
Knight’s Training: 5:00 pm
Show: 6:00 p.m.
Monday, March 12th – Friday, March 16th
Doors open: 12:00 p.m.
Knight’s Training: 1:00 pm
Show: 2:00 p.m.