With kings and queens

Brimming with colorful costumes, the Village of Revel Grove is home to sword fights, magicians, jugglers and the Royal Court, as it kicks off the 42nd season of the Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville.

This year’s story line, which is set in 1592, follows the story of King Henry VIII wanting his marriage to Catherine of Aragon to be annulled, so he could marry Anne Boleyn.

With plenty of entertainment, food, artisans and the traditional jousting tournament, there is no shortage of things to do and see. The festival runs weekends from Aug. 25 through Oct. 21.

Karen Vincent and her son, Timmy Vincent, 10, of Kensington practice swordplay outside the Joust Arena at the Maryland Renaissance Festival iin Crownsville.

Claire Beer, playing Igraine DeBracey, charges on her steed during the jousting tournament.