Policies and Safety
A few rules of the realm, so every guest has a safe and merry day.
A Few Rules So Everyone Has a Merry Day
The policies below exist for one reason: so that every guest, performer, and artisan has a safe and joyful day in the realm. Most are common sense, and none should slow you down. Read through before you arrive so there are no surprises at the gate, and if anything is unclear, our team at the box office is always glad to help. This page is your official guide; the FAQ gives the short version of the questions we hear most.
No weapons of any kind on the grounds
No outside food or drink, including water
No readmission once you leave for the day
No pets, service animals excepted
Entry & Readmission
There is no readmission. Once you leave the Faire for the day, you may not reenter, so plan to stay until you depart. All bags, backpacks, strollers, and wagons are welcome and are subject to a check at the gate.
Weapons
No weapons of any kind (guns, blades, firearms, explosives, and the like) are allowed on Faire grounds. We do have artisans who sell real weaponry, but such items may not be brandished on the grounds and must remain in their original packaging once purchased. Costume weapon adornments are handled case by case at the gate. See the full Weapons & Costume Policies for detail.
Costume
Costumes are encouraged and optional, and must be suitable for a family-friendly atmosphere. Footwear is required.
Outside Food & Drink
No outside food or beverage is permitted, including water. Breast milk and baby formula are allowed when accompanied by an infant or toddler. Bottled water and allergen-free options are sold inside.
Alcohol
Only guests 21 and over with proper ID may purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
Smoking & Vaping
Smoking and electronic cigarettes are permitted only in the designated smoking area, located on the left side of the Prancing Pug Tavern in the King's Crossing area.
Photography & Drones
By entering, guests consent to being photographed or filmed for Faire promotion and publicity, without remuneration. Recording any show longer than three minutes requires written consent from the producer. Drone photography is strictly prohibited on the grounds and in the parking areas.
Animals
Pets are not allowed. Only fully trained working service dogs are permitted.
Health Precautions
King Richard's Faire is proactive against mosquitoes, with weekly spraying by Plymouth County Mosquito Control and aerial spraying by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources. An inherent risk of exposure to communicable illness exists in any public place; guests assume that risk upon entry.
