All Hallows Faire

Sonora. California, again will host the magical and mystical world of All Hallows, where reality meets the fantasy world of old and new! This most celebrated event is based on the ancient beliefs of the Celtic Tribes of the Gaelic Isles and the more modern celebration known as Halloween. A fantasy world will be recreated with many different new expanded themes that include: Zombies, Gothic, Steampunk, Dieselpunk, Sci Fi, and good old Halloween spirited costume play. There will be many special fantasy themed areas that invite the public to take part in the fun. Over 100 fantasy characters will be on parade interacting with visitors throughout the All Hallows Village and Steampunk Way.

As guests enter into the fantasy realm they will have to cross the troll bridge and answer a riddle to pass. Once inside the magic begins, with eerie beasts and mad wizards walking about. In the center of the All Hallows Village there will be a large music stage, featuring the sounds of the high energy Celtic-Rock bands; Black Eyed Dempsey's and favorite, 1916 Irish Band. They will share the stage with bands the ever-popular Black Irish Band and the Blues Box Bayou Band. All types of unique dancing groups will also be performing on various stages and encampments in this area. Many of the village pathways will be filled with giants, jugglers, magicians, and fire-eaters!

Once into the heart of the fantasy village, all types of artisans and craftsman will sell their wares. There will also be a food court selling many delectable treats and hardy foods. It is here also that a large fantasy tavern will offer many forms of grog and whiskies. If guests dare to leave the tavern and enter the ancient cemetery they will discover that many who are buried there died of the plague of olden times. Some say that many still walk the earth as zombies. Once past the cemetery you will come upon the Medieval Midway. This adventure features a host of costume characters operating a series of games designed for the young and old alike.

If you venture into the outlying Encampments of Old, you will find out that strange creatures inhabit it. Some of the life forms are human, but many are from the underworld of the fairies. If you enter the fairy area, you must know that Viking Warriors and the Knights of old Avalon guard it. Children are however always allowed to pass into the world of fairies. Children of all ages will find many activities and games here that include pumpkin carving, tossing, and the making of the pumpkin king! Roaming in this area will be hobbits, unicorns, storytellers, face painters, and magicians.

In this wonderful fantasy land you will see more than things of yore. The Victorian days will step out of our past and into the faire. It was the time of steam and sophistication when ladies dazzled you with their grace and poise, as the gentlemen press on to a new twentieth century. Steampunk Way is a place where the iron steam giants are king, and your eyes can be tantalized with all the fun gadgets and wares. Professor Algernon will intrigue you with his clockwork steampunk style of illusions on one of our many stages.

The All Hallows Fantasy Faire is designed for all ages. Participants are encouraged to dress in costumes from ancient fairy creatures to modern Halloween characters. Allow at least three hours to visit the entire fantasy realm. Adults $12 advance, $15 at gate. Children 6-12 are only $5.00! and 5 & under are FREE! A special Costume Exotic Fantasy Ball will take place Saturday at 7pm, features a costume contest of great themed categories.

The All Hallows Fantasy Faire, where old world beliefs meet present Halloween fun!