Badger Blades is a unique gift shop located within the Colorado Renaissance Festival, specializing in artisan-crafted blades and themed collectibles. Visitors can explore a curated selection that reflects the festival’s historic and handcrafted spirit.
What To Expect:
⚔️ Artisan blades and craft goods
🎁 Unique festival-themed gifts
🛍️ Boutique shopping experience
Important Information:
– Located inside Colorado Renaissance Festival
– Festival calendar determines operating days
– No permanent storefront outside festival
Haley's Pick 🍽️
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Haley's Review of Riot BBQ
Riot BBQ on South Delaware feels like a backyard cookout run by a Top Chef, because it is. Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber have teamed up to blend Monterrey flavors with Texas-style smoke, and the results are seriously craveable.
The brisket steals the show: tender, deeply smoky, and finished with Barella’s bold spice rub. Get it solo or wrapped in buttery Raquelita tortillas. The pulled pork brings heat with ancho, guajillo, and morita chiles, and the al pastor ribs are sticky, sweet, and slightly charred in all the right ways.
Even the sides are insanely good! Think crunchy pepita-macha slaw and banana pudding served in a jar that tastes just like childhood (but better). Every bite feels intentional.
It’s barbecue with heart, history, and just the right amount of heat. Riot BBQ isn’t just a meal, it’s a moment worth lining up for.
– Haley @milehighandhungry
📍 Local Insights
⚔️ Specialty Craftsmanship: The blades are handcrafted with attention to detail, great for collectors and enthusiasts seeking authenticity.
🎭 Festival Atmosphere: Shopping here is part of the immersive Renaissance Festival experience, enhancing the charm of each purchase.
🎁 Unique Gift Ideas: Perfect spot to find one-of-a-kind gifts not commonly found outside the festival.
🕰️ Seasonal Availability: The shop operates mainly during festival days, so plan visits accordingly.
Review Sentiment
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Based on the 50 most recent Google reviews
While public reviews are limited, Badger Blades is appreciated by festival-goers for unique, high-quality crafts and specialty blades suited to Renaissance enthusiasts. No consistent negative feedback reported.
Last updated on
November 9th, 2025
