Medieval Times Dinner Show in Orlando

At Medieval Times, dinner comes with a tournament: trumpets call you into the arena, a knight rides out under your color, and the crowd gets to cheer him on. I like the live horsemanship and falconry, which give the show more to watch than swordplay alone, and the hands-on feast, served without silverware as the action unfolds.

The main trade-off is that this is a staged dinner show, not a quiet meal or a lesson in medieval history. The arena can be loud, announcements may be hard to hear, and food seasoning or the bench seating may not suit everyone.

The useful details at a glance

• The show runs about two hours, within an overall experience of roughly three hours.
• You sit in one of six color zones, each tied to a region of Medieval Spain, and cheer for the knight assigned to your side.
• Dinner is four courses, served without cutlery, with two rounds of soft drinks included.
• The Hall of Arms comes before the arena, with coats of arms, medieval artifacts, and weapons to look over.
• The listed price is $82.72 per person, and free parking is included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not.
• Arrive early if you want time for photos and a look around before the show begins.

A castle entrance, then a seat in the arena

The evening begins in a complex designed to resemble an 11th-century European-style castle. Before the tournament, you can spend time in the Hall of Arms, where coats of arms from prominent families share space with a display of medieval weapons and artifacts. This opening gives you something to see before dinner and helps set the scene without requiring much background knowledge.

When it is time to enter the arena, royal trumpeters call the crowd to its seats. Your assigned color represents one of six regions of Medieval Spain, and that color gives you a knight to root for. The simple team setup is part of the fun: you do not need to know the rules of medieval combat to pick a side and join the cheering.

The arena production includes jousting, sword fights, horsemanship, and falconry. The horses and their riders are a major part of the show, not just decoration between fights. If you are choosing this for a family outing, the clear good-versus-good-natured-rivalry format gives children an easy way to follow along.

Four courses, no silverware

Dinner is served while the show is underway, so the meal and performance share your attention. The feast is described as four courses, with two rounds of soft drinks included. The defining detail is practical as well as theatrical: you eat with your hands, without silverware.

That can be a novelty for children and part of the appeal for adults who enjoy a themed evening. It is less ideal if you prefer a relaxed dinner where you can talk through each course. The room is noisy, the action keeps moving, and you may find yourself trying to eat while watching a joust.

Food opinions vary, but many people find it better than they expected, with generous portions and chicken described as moist. Some find the seasoning on the chicken, potato, and corn too strong or salty. One recurring small disappointment is that the meal may not match everyone’s idea of a traditional feast, so approach it as hearty show food rather than a restaurant dinner with a menu full of choices. A take-home plate has been available to people who could not finish their portions, but you should not count on that as a guaranteed service.

If you have dietary needs, staff have been described as accommodating, though the available information does not specify the full range of options. Contact the venue before booking if you need details about a particular restriction. That is more reliable than expecting the standard meal to be changed on the spot.

Jousting, horses, and a knight to cheer

The tournament lasts about two hours and is the main event. Jousting and sword fights give the show its action, while the horses bring movement and skill that can hold the attention even when the combat is not your main interest. Falconry adds another change of pace. The performers are actors and horsemen, and the production leans into colorful costumes, dramatic entrances, and crowd participation.

Your color zone makes the show more personal. Once you know which knight represents your side, cheering becomes an easy way to take part, especially for children. The outcome is part of the story, of course, but you should not arrive expecting your knight to win. The pleasure is in backing your team and joining the room’s energy.

There are a few practical limits to the spectacle. The crowd can get loud enough to drown out announcements from the king or queen, and some people have found the sound system hard to understand. If following every spoken line matters to you, keep your expectations modest. You can still follow the broad action through the contests, costumes, and crowd response.

A few people also dislike sales activity in the aisles during the performance, particularly when it interrupts a view. That is worth considering if you are sensitive to distractions. The show is built for a lively room, not a silent theater, and part of its appeal is the noise and audience involvement.

Is $82.72 a fair price?

At $82.72 per person, this is more than a ticket to watch a performance. The price includes a two-hour live tournament, a four-course meal, two rounds of soft drinks, and free parking. If you are looking for a full evening activity with dinner included, that package can represent reasonable value, especially for a family that will enjoy the costumed action and team cheering.

The value depends on what you want from the night. If you mainly want a memorable, easy-to-follow show and a meal in an unusual setting, the combination makes sense. If your priority is a quiet dinner, intricate historical interpretation, or a choice of several dishes, you may feel the price is high for what is essentially a themed production with a set-style feast.

The experience lasts about three hours overall, so budget a substantial part of your evening. The show itself accounts for roughly two hours, with time around the meal and entrance. Your ticket is mobile, and parking is free. There is no hotel pickup or drop-off, so you need to arrange your own way there and back. The venue is near public transportation, though no route details are provided.

The experience is booked an average of 22 days ahead, which gives you a useful planning benchmark, not a guarantee that you need to book exactly that early. Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. Check your confirmation carefully for the correct show time before you travel. A booking mix-up is not something you want to discover at the castle door, especially if you have a prearranged ride or a birthday plan.

The experience is listed as non-refundable and unchangeable for any reason. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered another date or a full refund. Since the show takes place in an arena complex, check directly with the provider if weather or operating conditions are in question.

Who will get the most from the evening?

Families with school-age children are a natural fit. The knights, horses, and color-coded cheering give children a clear story to follow, and eating with your hands can make dinner feel like part of the entertainment. For preschoolers, two hours may be a long stretch; a young child who tires easily may not stay engaged for the whole show.

Couples and groups of friends can also enjoy it, especially if they like playful competition and do not mind a little theatrical drama with dinner. You do not need to be a history enthusiast. The setting and artifacts offer medieval flavor, but the event is designed first as entertainment.

It may be a poorer match for anyone seeking a calm meal, a small audience, or a historically detailed account of medieval life. Seating is on benches, which some people find uncomfortable, and the loud crowd can make speech difficult to hear. If comfort and sound clarity matter more to you than spectacle, weigh those drawbacks before booking.

Should you book Medieval Times in Orlando?

Book it if you want a full evening of colorful action, horses, crowd participation, and dinner in a castle-style setting. The most dependable reasons to go are the live horsemanship, the jousting, and the chance to rally behind your knight. The meal and included parking add practical value to the ticket.

Skip it if you want a quiet restaurant meal, highly flexible food choices, or a show where every announcement is easy to hear. For the best start, arrive early enough to browse the Hall of Arms and take photos before the call to the arena. Check your ticket time and meal needs in advance, then pick your color and prepare to cheer.

FAQ

How long does the experience last?

The experience lasts about three hours overall. The live tournament itself runs for two hours.

What is included in the ticket?

The ticket includes the two-hour live tournament, a four-course medieval feast, and two rounds of soft drinks.

Is parking included?

Yes. Free parking is included.

Is hotel transportation provided?

No. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Do I need to bring cutlery?

No. The feast is served without silverware, and you eat with your hands.

What happens before the show?

You can visit the Hall of Arms, which displays medieval artifacts, coats of arms, and weapons. Trumpeters then call the audience into the arena.

What kinds of performances are part of the tournament?

The show includes jousting, sword fights, horsemanship, and falconry.

How do I know which knight to cheer for?

You sit in one of six color zones. Each color represents a region of Medieval Spain, and you cheer for the knight assigned to your side.

Can service animals come?

Yes. Service animals are allowed.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.