The Arizona Renaissance Festival will return on February 3 for its 36th season of merrymaking. The festival held in Gold Canyon is a 16th century European style park with its Village of Fairhaven where attendees are immersed in a whimsical and historical setting featuring artisans, 16 stages featuring live entertainment, rides, games, jousting knights, music, comedy and ample food and drink. The festival offers an opportunity to enjoy and explore the outdoor 50-acre village for nine consecutive weekends, Saturdays, Sundays, February 3 through March 31, from 10 am to 6pm each event date. For more information or to purchase tickets visit www.arizona.renfestinfo.com