Knighting ~ A Robin Hood Festival Tradition

Each year, several Sherwood citizens are chosen to be honored for their service to their community.  Each person is "knighted" at the Robin Hood Festival by Maid Marian and then earns the title of "Sir" or "Lady".

Knighting is an age-old tradition at the Festival.  Over 400 people have been knighted in ceremonies spanning 3 decades.

The traditional opening knighting ceremony will start off the Festival with flair and pageantry Friday, July 20 at 6 PM at the Family Stage in Veterans Park in Old Town. The Maid Marian Court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men and a variety of costumed villagers are always a part of the ceremony, with the Sherwood Renaissance Singers beginning their performance at 5:45 PM. The winner of the annual Medallion Hunt will also be announced before the ceremony.

Join us in celebrating the knighting of the following individuals (listed in alphabetical order): Rob Brouse, Scott Cherry, Ron Groeger, Wendy Groeger, Tiffany Levine, Kate Noreen, Lana Painter, Mike Rath, Shelly Rath and Rob Watson.

Two archers will be knighted on Saturday, July 21 at 8:15 AM at the International Archery Tournament with Nottinghham, England.  To be knighted are:  Mike Hearn and Jim Thurlow

The Knighting Committee accepts nominations year-round and makes its decisions in early May each year.  Email robinhoodfestival@gmail.com for more information.

Sherwood Robin Hood Festival ~ Celebrating 65 Years!
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