Looking to skip the traffic snarls and parking chaos that come with one of fall's most beloved traditions? MVTA has got your back, with a hassle-free shuttle to whisk festival-goers straight to the heart of medieval revelry. According to a press release from Scott County, MN, for just $6, you can now catch a ride to the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and spend your day enjoying the festivities, not fighting for a parking spot.
Since Labor Day's come and gone the option to get on these shuttles has expanded and now those living near the Burnsville Transit Station or the Southbridge Crossings Park & Ride can hop on, along with the usual pick-up from Eagle Creek Park & Ride; the buses are timed perfectly for maximizing your stay at the Ren Fest, meaning more time for jousting, jesting, and jesting some more.
Ditch the drive, donned in your finest period attire, head on down to the MVTA stops, and before you know it, you'll be biting into a juicy turkey leg and cheering on your favorite knight at the joust sans the usual parking pandemonium. Ticket purchase is a snap through the RideMVTA app or, for those who prefer the tactile sensation of cash, paying the exact fare directly to the driver is still a perfectly good option.
The convenience and affordability of the MVTA service are proving to be a boon for Ren Fest lovers, with many opting for the peace of mind that comes from leaving their chariots at home; now with a few extra pick-up points added to the mix, the accessibility factor ticks up another notch, so why suffer the bumper-to-bumper blues when you can start and end your medieval day on a modern, stress-free note.
