Potted Arms and Fancy Faire

Join the Canton of Hawke’s Reache for our annual event, “Potted” Arms and Fancy “Faire”!

Spring has flowered into summer and Baronesses Fiona and Hugoline travel the lands of An Dubhaigeainn to collect their tithes on the way to the Pennsic War.  The Canton of Hawkes Reache welcomes them with a Summer Faire complete with a Tournament to select the new Baronial Fencing Champion.  There will be a hearty day board served throughout the day.  No feast will be served but fear not, for none shall leave hungry! 

We will once again sponsor the always lively Hat Auction, wherein the populace bids on a fencer as represented by their hat.  Auction proceeds benefit the Canton of Hawkes Reache.  Whichever rapier fighter wins the Hat Tournament, their bidder also wins a prize! 

The Baronial Fencing Tournament will help Their Excellencies determine on the next Baronial Rapier Champion based on demonstration of skill, courtesy, and pageantry.  The format will be chosen by the current Baronial Fencing Champion, Demetrio Antelini da Lucca.  All may enter; but only a Duck may serve as Champion.  Each entrant to the Baronial Tournament must have their introduction to the list prepared for a Herald to read, and entrants are strongly encouraged to bring their own over-the-top Herald (like in “A Knight's Tale”).  There will be a prize and recognition for best Heraldic Entrance Performance! 

So bring your chairs and blankets, take respite upon the lawns, and watch the fencing and silly games.  Merchants are most welcome to help us get in fine shopping form for Pennsic!  Please contact the Event Steward to register as a merchant.  Additional activities will be announced as they are confirmed. 

Site Opens: 10:00 AM
Site Closes: 6:00 PM