Turkey legs and goblets of wine? Sounds like a good olde tyme. History and fable come to life as nobility walk the meadow—including the Queen of England (Elizabeth I, bringer of the Elizabethan Era), ogres under the fairy ruler’s dominion, mermaids and whatever or whoever else makes their way into the sun this weekend. Of course, the relished joust takes center stage among other shows, aptly described as “part history lesson, part rodeo, part demolition derby.” An Artisan Marketplace will feature plenty of locally made treasures, plus mead, ale and grown-up grape juice. The faire runs through Aug. 4.

San Jose Ren Faire
Sat-Sun, 10am, $10+
Discovery Meadow, San Jose