La Oubliette Ren Faire - Baldwin Park

The faire was nice not my thing but it was nice to come to one finally. Parking was 12 dollars kinda steep when your just parking in a field. Also most of the vendors were cash only which really was a drag and ATM were sharing 5 fees for withdrawal. I guess vendors haven't heard of Zelle, cash app or Venmo.

My friend and I went this past weekend and had a blast. We go every year, usually during Ren Con Weekend (each weekend has a theme! This year was busy like the rest with everyone dressed up as something! This is such a fun experience just to go and people watch, make friends, tons of drinks (alcoholic and mock-tails, all delicious shows to see, things to buy (bro bf a lot of Cash to shop! and things to do. Great for kids and adults/ they have a whole section for the kids to make candles, little rides, and overall a fun atmosphere for all. Adults can enjoy the archery, javelin throw, and various games. They have a joust I have rarely made it to the end. There is a hookah booth, henna, didn't mention a ton of bars and food! I've bought from all the stands Chocolate yes, honey yes! Mead! All of the trinkets are worth it, especially the flower crowns (I get one every year to collect Everyone is in a great mood and happy to chat. My friend and I don't eat a lot here, we do go to the smoothie station, and the peach tea with hibiscus is to die for yummy. Go in comfortable shoes, it is dusty and dirty or cold (check the weather! Come dressed up, you can rent here too! Sunscreen, and a lot of cash, more than you think you'll need.

Huzzah!! Elves, wizards, witches, dwarves, all are welcome here at The Pleasure Faire. Axe throwing, jousting, Shakespearean plays, fencing, there's so much to see, taste, and smell here. The Cons: overpriced, overcrowded, the heat, the lines, the parking. Everything cost more than it should have, one beer was $17, parking was $12, this miniscule piece of fudge I wanted was also $12, and tickets are $45 each. So you have to be sure to have saved money ahead of time. Also, cash only in most stalls. There were lines everywhere and so many people you could hardly walk. The Pros: dressing up in my elf ears with my corset and medieval style archers outfit. I got soooo many compliments and people asking to take my photo. I love cosplay and the fantasy genre. I love how everyone was in character and seeing everyone's creativity and fashion. The jousting is also the main event here you have to see. Pro tip: bring your own food! Every year I pack a cooler in the car filled with homemade sandwiches, cold drinks, chips, guacamole and dessert. Saves me money and the hassle of waiting in the 2 hour food lines. Well met and I thank ye for reading!

The Ren Faire was pretty good this year, the signs directing you to the parking lot were easy to follow, the parking was quick and effortless, and purchasing tickets was fast. The actors were nice and funny and in character, the food was yummy good, the shows were all entertaining,I look forward to next year! Highly recommend.

Take cash! They dont accept much card. The atm machines charge and only give u 120 cashback option. Everything is over priced, if your not into costumes and fantasy dont go! Wear a hat or sunblock, theres a bunch of adults and teens dressed up. Take comfortable shoes! And be ready to just see costume **** for sale nothing spectacular. Food and water super over prized. The umbrellas start at 79 Bucks