These shows are a great time for everyone. The cost, though, is the reason I couldn't give this 5 stars. I just didn't like that there were additional costs everywhere we turned: souvenirs outside the arena, folks selling lights and flags inside the arena, the extra bar drinks, the tip that wasn't included, etc. I understand it must be a huge expense for the animals, personnel, food, etc. All in all, the show and meal were excellent. The kids were also excited about the Pepsi (although the Pepsi and lemonade options were pretty limited.although, again, we could get something from the bar for an additional cost). I think that's a mark of quality of the performance! The food is absolutely delicious! The chicken is always perfectly seasoned and the kids and adults were full with the large portion of chicken, spare rib, bread, soup, potato wedges, and pastry. We had seats one row above the "premium" seats and they were perfect! The kids (ages 6 and 7) loved the show, but the 6 year old thought the "fight to the death" was real and there were a few tears. We were asked several times if we wanted to upgrade (better seats, pictures, see the Torture Museum, etc.), but we kept it simple. Our family went to MT on New Year's Eve and had discount tickets through TravelZoo, but the total for the 4 of us was still well over $100. Flat discount, kids go for free, whatever fits your party.I have to start by saying that we do the Medieval Times trip with our 6th grade class each year and the kids are always amazed at the horses (some even ask if they are real or audioanimatronic!) The daytime/ kids' menu and show are very different from the evening show, so that's what I'll review. Just pick the one that works best for you. Googling "Medieval Times coupons" brought up a wide selection of discount options. Also, it is extremely expensive, so do not be foolish and pay the full price. However, none of us, including the 6 year old, feel a strong desire to ever return. Overall it was moderately enjoyable and I am happy my son had a fun time for his birthday. We played outside for the last half hour of the show until everyone else finished and came out. My 4 year old daughter did not enjoy all the fighting and kept saying the knights needed to "learn to use their words." Eventually it got to be too much for her and she asked to leave. My 6 year old son was riveted and enjoyed every minute, especially the sparks flying off the swords. Of course, they also didn't have potatoes or Diet Pepsi, but oh well.) The show itself was pretty entertaining. Forks and spoons haven't yet been invented in Medieval times. (Note: If you do not enjoy eating with your fingers, bring your own silverware. What he served was tomato soup, a surprisingly tender roasted half-chicken, an overcooked single spare rib and half of a baked potato. That worked about as well as calling zones for passengers to board an airplane! Our waiter was quite friendly and fun, so we enjoyed his service. Those assigned colors further away from the doors were to go in first. Far less crowded, the children enjoyed looking at the horses and there were fewer options to buy things! Once they open the doors it's a confused, mad rush to find seats. We arrived about 30 minutes before the show started and were happy it wasn't any earlier because the lobby is full of flashy, cheaply made, expensive toys that attract the eyes of young children! (Beware the constant upsets!) We walked around to see the horses. We went as a family for my son's 6th birthday.
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