Medieval Times is not just unique in Schaumburg, but in all of the Midwest. The immersive dinner-theater show tells the tale of the Middle Ages and features live horses and knights, jousting, swordplay, and a four-course feast you eat with your hands. It teaches kids about the Medieval period in Europe, but mostly, it’s a really fun show.
In 2017, Medieval Times underwent a few major changes. Here’s what you’ll find there now:
A queen in charge—A king has ruled over Medieval Times since it was founded in Spain in the 1970s, but after guest feedback that they would prefer to see some women in lead roles, the company created a new storyline with a queen in charge.
The queen riding an Andalusian stallion—It reportedly takes two months to train an actress to ride.
New costumes and armor—The period outfits are created by a costume shop in Dallas. The suits of armor, shields, and helmets are created by a real armory in Florida.
New music—A composer who has worked with Sting created the film-like score, which is synchronized to the show’s action.