St. Petersburg Renaissance Faire Event Reviews

Parking was very unorganized. I purchased a parking pass for $8 in advance when I purchased my entry ticket. Once we came up to the entrance of the parking, we were informed the parking was full!! I already paid $8!!! Then we were told by the unorganized staff that there were 2 staff members walking through the parking lot to see if they can fit in anymore cars. Nobody had a clue. So you had advanced paid parking folks and folks that paid at the parking lot entry. There should be an assigned parking lot for advanced paid parking only which staff should have been informed of how many to expect and to keep count so that any advanced parking patrons should have a space and not be told the lot was full! Also in a wide open space is very unpleasant to have such an event. The heat was intense, thankfully there were some misting to stand under in a few areas. Also, $20 for dried up turkey leg?? Seriously? Someone can have a sit down meal in a nice restaurant for $20!! $14 for a Baked Potoato with toppings??? Highway robbery!! $25 to enter the fair was also insane. Disappointed!! Will not return.

I really enjoyed my time this year, I've met most of the cast and vendors at other fairs so it was nice to see them again. The cooling areas were a nice touch and very welcome in the heat. Parking could have been better but it's understandable with the location. Overall I will be purchasing a season pass again next year, I would like to see a VIP package like some other fairs have.