Medieval Times Offers a Delicious Feast and Thrilling Action
Medieval Times - Buena Park Castle (7662 Beach Blvd Buena Park, CA 90620)
- Full Price:
- $35.45 - $58.74
- Our Price:
- $19.43 - $44.56*
* Additional fees apply.
All offers for Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament have expired.
The last date listed for Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament was Monday December 31, 2012 / 5:00pm.
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If you come to the late show on a day with two in a row, you'll be parking far.info • Feb 23 2013 star this tip starred
Reviews & Ratings
Featured review from Sandy W.
view more less of this reviewIt was so much fun watching the show through the eyes of our 4 year old! He was boo-ing and cheering with the crowd! My husband and I have not been to this venue in ages and thought that this would be a fun outing for the kids ages 11, 9 and 4. They thought that it was so cool to eat with your hands, the dancing horses and of course the sword and jousting fights. Our 4 year old had to meet the Black & White Knight at the end. The kids each purchased a souvenier to take home. We got some cute pics of the kids and the knights!
star this review starred report as inappropriateWe got awesome seats! The service was great! The show was exciting! Our knight won in jousting and sword fighting! Show up at around 6-6:30 and u should be fine. There's not much to do before the show if you show up too early which we did and we were bored walking around. We were able to sit together even though we had a group of 9 people! Make sure you all show up together so they can seat you together as one party.
star this review starred report as inappropriateThis is a GREAT event at the Goldstar price! We had a party of 7, ranging in age from 2-1/2 to 68. Everyone loved the show! There's a variety of 'fight' and competition scenes in the show, as well as demonstrations which showcased the skills and beauty of the stallions themselves.
You are served a LOT of food... half a chicken, plus 2 small ribs, soup, garlic bread, half a potato, soda, pastry, and coffee. You do eat with your hands but the chicken is so tender it falls right off the bone. They do not offer juice or milk for the kids with the show, so if you need that, I'd suggest bringing your own. As a side note, kids under 3 are free if sitting on an adult lap. We chose that option with our 2-1/2 year old guest, and it worked out great because there was plenty of food to go around and he wouldn't have been able to see well if he sat in his own seat anyway. ***THEY WILL GIVE YOU DOGGIE BAGS IF YOU ASK!*** We took home a lot of chicken! It was juicy and very tasty. Even my 8 and 6 year old kids thought the food was great.
I would have thought the show is overpriced if I'd paid full price ($56+ for adults) but at the Goldstar price it is well worth it. My mother even loved it, and said that it's something we should do once in a while for a change of pace and something fun!
star this review starred report as inappropriateI came to Medieval Times with a group of 6 friends all in their late twenties. None of us had ever been so this was a new experience for all of us. We bought tixs for the last show on Saturday night. We arrived 30min before the show and the parking lot was so full we had to park across the street at Starbucks, which turned out ok because we were able to get out of the parking lot really fast. With our Goldstar confirmation in hand we were directed to line up at a ticket window which took about 15min. Then after picking up actual tickets we were directed to line up again to enter the Castle. Once inside you are assigned a Knight and color. This is who you will be cheering for during your meal and entertainment. You are then directed to line up with your group for a picture with the Princess or King and finally allowed to enter the waiting area. The waiting room has 2 fully stocked bars, and every drink includes a souvenir glass so they charge you a grip of money for a drink. Since we got there kinda late all we did was grab some beers and head into the auditorium to find our seats in the Yellow Knight section. Again, since we were late we were sat at the very top row of our section which sucked because all of our drinks and meals were served over our shoulders which resulted in lots of spills on our sweaters and pants. Our waiter was also very rude, barking orders to pass our glass for drinks "NOW", and plates over your shoulder for food "NOW". But besides the waiter yelling into my ear drum the food was OK. Roasted chicken, a small spare rib & potato. Whatever!!! But the entertainment was lots of fun. Cheering for you Knight, yelling at the other Knights, pounding on your table, Fun Fun Fun!! At the end of show the stupid waiter hands you a little plate with a gratuity note. I am normally a good tipper but seeing how he spilled hot Tomato bisque soup on my shoulder and pants and didn’t apologize after I mentioned it, I only tip him a Buck! And I thought about taking that back. As you exit the auditorium you are directed to a dance lounge where they have club music playing and a stocked bar if you want to stick around and spend more money on expensive drinks. All in all it was a fun night. Here are my recomendations: get there early so you don’t have to struggle with bad service and also they try to sell you a ton of souvenirs so be ready.
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Description
You’ll find chivalry, revelry and rivalry at Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament’s California Castle.Travel back in time to the 11th century – a time of jousting, swordplay, horsemanship and falconry. A time of Spanish castles, Knights of the Realm and true medieval, utensil-free dining.
The Show
Of course, you’ll still be encouraged to cheer for one of six Knights. The production features new lighting, choreography, exciting battle scenes, costumes, new horse dressage elements and a fresh musical score composed by Daniel May. With authentic weaponry and enhanced armor, the production presents non-stop action and mind-blowing fight scenes tied to the tempo of the music.
The Horses
While most of the royal subjects at Medieval Times stand on their own two feet, the most celebrated members of the Kingdom are best known for their trot, gallop and canter. Four special breeds of horses complete the mix: Pure Spanish horses, Quarter horses, Friesians, and Menorcan. Without these magnificent 1,300-pound mammals, the incredible jousting and equine performances that take your breath away would be impossible. And like true performers, each horse is completely unique and requires training suited for its individual personality.
The Feast
Now, let’s talk about utensil-free eats. The menu features:
- Tomato Bisque
- Focaccia Bread with Olive Oil
- Oven-Roasted Chicken
- BBQ Spare Rib
- Herb-Basted Potato
- Braided Apple Strudel
- Beverages and Coffee
If that doesn’t get you salivating, we don’t know what will. Vegetarians, do not fret. Just advise your server of any special meal requests once you’re seated.
Are you ready to surrender to an age of bravery and honor? This is going to be epic. You better hang on to your helmet because the show is about to begin.
Medieval Times is a live horse show in an enclosed arena. Persons with respiratory conditions, allergies, or asthma attend at their own risk. Medieval Times uses stroboscopic and pyrotechnic effects.
About the Ticket Supplier: Medieval Times - Buena Park
Medieval Times celebrates its 25-year reign in North America. Medieval Times' founders first launched their unique idea for a dinner attraction on the Spanish island of Majorca in 1973. This imaginative new entertainment spot was inspired by the true medieval tradition of royal families inviting guests to a festival and feast to watch Knights compete on horseback.
During the early years in Spain, the show's authentic display of classic equestrian skills and medieval pageantry took place in outdoor arenas, a far cry from the climate-controlled castles of today. There, the conventions of today's shows were established. Guests were seated in sections named for regions of Medieval Spain and encouraged to cheer for the Knight representing their region.
As Medieval Times has grown in popularity both in Spain and North America, some things haven't changed. Like the commitment to the accuracy of weapons and costumes. Others have. The characters and storyline of the show evolve every few years, making sure it stays fresh and exciting for generations to come.



