The Renaissance Festival opened at 10am, though I was there from 8:30, having ridden with Charlie and two other employees. There were quite a few members of the public arriving early, too, because that is the way to get a parking spot near the front gate. There are a few trees, so some shade near the front gate, but nothing much to sit on but the ground. It would be friendly of the Ren Fest owner to provide some seating for Those Who Wait, but the owner is not noted for thinking that way. I give... Sign in to see full entry.