Tournament of Kings – Las Vegas Show Review 2026

Venue: Excalibur Hotel & Casino | Type: Dinner Show / Medieval | Duration: 90 minutes | Schedule: Visit official website for current showtimes

Dinner theater with live jousting on horseback, a three-course meal, and audience sections cheering for assigned knights. At Excalibur. All ages.

Overview

Tournament of Kings at Excalibur is one of the most unique entertainment experiences in Las Vegas. Part dinner theater, part medieval spectacle.

The arena-style theater surrounds a sandy jousting field where knights on horseback compete. Each section cheers for their assigned knight.

Tournament of Kings is not trying to be sophisticated - it is trying to be fun, and it succeeds brilliantly.

Highlights

Live jousting on horseback
Three-course dinner included
Audience participation
Pyrotechnics and sword fights
Best family-friendly show
Unique dinner-and-show combo
Castle-themed Excalibur hotel

Who Is This Show For?

Families: One of the absolute best shows for families. Kids love it.

Couples: More fun than romantic, but entertaining.

Groups: Competitive cheering is great for groups.

Budget Travelers: Dinner included - excellent value.

Seating

Arena surrounds the jousting field. Every seat has a good view. Assigned section and knight.

Practical Information

Arrive 20–30 minutes early for seating and meal.
Casual dress - you eat with your hands.
Excalibur has free self-parking.
Arena inside Excalibur at south end of Strip.
Meal: Cornish hen, soup, potatoes, dessert. Vegetarian available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included?

Three-course dinner plus the full show.

Really eat with hands?

Yes, no utensils. Part of the fun.

Vegetarian option?

Yes, request when booking.

How long?

90 minutes including the meal.

Good for young children?

Yes, all ages welcome.

Is the jousting real?

Choreographed but performed by skilled riders on real horses.

Own food or drinks?

No outside food. Drinks available for purchase.

Is it cheesy?

Gloriously so - and that is why people love it.

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