School Day Program

What’s New For Schools?

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a dramatic effect on schools and students everywhere. Help your school make the most out of your ESSER funds by engaging in fun and educational experiences at the Florida Renaissance Festival! 
The Florida Renaissance Festival qualifies as an educational and enriching experience for kids everywhere  – utilize your ESSER Funds with us and invest in your student’s learning by allowing them to experience a 16th-century village in the modern world! Learn more about ESSER funds below!

ESSER – U.S. Department Of Education Fact Sheet

Check out the ESSER – Frequently Asked Questions for more information!

 

2023 School Day

School Day: Monday, February 6th, 2023

9:30AM – 2:30PM

OUR BOX OFFICE IS NOT OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ON SCHOOL DAYS

The International Award-winning Florida Renaissance Festival, LLC held at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach, welcomes students and educators to “Step Back In Time” to learn about this fascinating period in history. Our School Day Program brings 16th Century Europe to Life, in an Exciting way that is appropriate for all ages! Costumed performers, Stage Acts, and Artisans will offer students an Informative View of the Renaissance, while Blacksmithing, Glassblowing, Culinary, Apothecary and Encampment Demonstrations “Bring History to Life”! So much fun and so educational, we call it “Edutainment”!

The Florida Renaissance Festival, LLC welcomes students of all grade levels including Elementary Schools, Middle Schools, High Schools and Home Schools.

Pre-Registration

Pre-Registration is required and School Registration is strictly enforced. Please read the form for more information regarding registration, payment, and any deadlines. Application Link Below.

School Day Registration Information

School Day Application Link: https://www.eventeny.com/events/applications/application/?id=1009

 

New Registration and Admission Procedures

Pre-Registration forms and payment in advance are required for participation in the School Day Program. Each Educator responsible will be issued wristbands for admission to the School Day, identifying the students and chaperones. Educators will be responsible for issuing each paid student and chaperone their respective wristbands. Additional wristbands may be purchased at the Front Entrance Gate by the responsible Educator, for any additional students or chaperones in attendance or for replacement wristbands. Please bring Exact Change in the form of cash or school check to expedite processing. Your cooperation will assist us in creating a more rewarding experience for each and every student!

Admission Costs

The cost is $9.00 per Student.  (1) Adult Chaperone is admitted Free for every (10) Paid Students. Additional Adult Chaperones are $10.00 each. Bus Drivers are admitted Free with proper identification.

It is suggested that students bring spending money for games, rides and/or souvenirs. Lunch prices average $6.00, and soft drinks and bottled water cost $3.00. Games and rides average $1-$3 each and souvenirs start at $3.

Schools may register for admission to the School Day via U.S. Mail or Facsimile in advance.

We accept the following methods of payment: Cash, School Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discovery Credit Cards. School Days Admission cannot be purchased online.

Outside Food and Drinks

Outside food and beverages are NOT permitted into the Festival. Students or chaperones with dietary allergies, medical dietary needs, infants or babies are exempt from this policy. Schools may exit the Festival Site for lunch and re-enter the Festival if they so choose.

Attire

Schools and students are welcomed to wear their respective school t-shirt, uniform, or regular attire that meets the school’s guidelines. Students and chaperones are also welcomed to wear Renaissance Costumes for the complete Renaissance Festival Experience! Because the Festival is located outdoors in a park, we strongly recommend that students and chaperones wear closed-toe shoes or sneakers.

Schedule and Festival Map

School Day Entertainment Schedule and Festival Map will be made available upon your arrival at the Festival Front Gate and Information Booth, for your convenience.

For Additional Resources, we have created a one-of-a-kind Resource Booklet and Curriculum Guide for teachers, education professionals and students alike! We have compiled many of the Renaissance Era’s most important facts in history, and put it right at your fingertips, so you can teach your students or have a good read! You may access our School Resource Booklet. You may also access the School Curriculum Guide here!

For additional information and access to a list of frequently asked questions and answers, please download our School Day Program FAQs Document Here.

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