LAKE ORION, MI – Guests are invited to journey back in time this summer when Medieval times come to life in Oakland County. Sword fights, fire eaters, jesters, shops and a life-sized dragon are among ...

Usually calm during springtime, Gelterswoog lakeshore will transform into a vibrant medieval village this weekend as Kaiserslautern hosts its medieval Easter festival from March 30 to April 1.

The idea of having a little guy that followed you around and told jokes seems fun, right? At least, that’s what we see in the media. Jesters, or fools if you prefer, were performers who entertained ...

Court Jesters The tradition of the court jester, a man who would amuse courtiers and monarchs with his antics and jokes, is ancient. Most people associate jesters with medieval and Renaissance Europe, ...

Medieval jesters held rare power—the freedom to tell the truth to kings. Some influenced battles, politics, and even taxes. One jester fought and killed enemies at Hastings. Others were shot from ...