Hear Ye! How Storytelling Shapes the Realm at Yosemite’s Chivalry & Fantasy Festival

Kimberly Vaughan

Published on: 19/04/2026

The Yosemite Chivalry & Fantasy Festival immerses families in Renaissance storytelling through live quests, character interactions, jousting, archery, tea parties, pirate adventures, and mermaid meet-and-greets.

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Hear Ye! Storytelling That Shapes Our Renaissance Realm

Kimberly Vaughan

Published on: 15/04/2026

The Yosemite Chivalry & Fantasy Festival in Mariposa County offers immersive Renaissance storytelling through jousts, artisan markets, family activities, themed adventures, parades, and a fantasy film festival.

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