From Saturday, May 20 2006 - 10:00am To Sunday, May 21 2006 - 6:00pm Every day
Annual Renaissance May Faire
This event is being put on by Cedar Springs Waldorf School. This event is a family event with fun for all ages. Vendors, Performers, Personal services, Central amusements, Games, andFestivities begin with a townie procession lead by Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth and Her Royal Guards [God Save the Queen] Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. El Dorado County Fairgrounds, 100 Placerville Drive, Placerville. $10 for adults, $5 for children's, Parking at fair is $3 or you can park at the Library for Free and take a Free shuttle. www.cedarspringsonline.com For more information contact: Cedar Springs Waldorf School (530) 642-9903
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