At a Glance

Medieval Times
Kissimmee, jousting, 4 courses
Pirates Dinner Adventure
I-Drive, pirate ship, 3 courses
Length
About 2 hours each
Adult tickets
About $60 to $85 (Oct 2026)

Orlando dinner shows are a big search for good reason: they're dinner and entertainment in one ticket, and kids love them. The two most popular are Medieval Times in Kissimmee and Pirates Dinner Adventure off International Drive. Here's how they compare so you can pick one.

The quick answer

  • Pick Medieval Times if your group would love horses, jousting and cheering for a knight.
  • Pick Pirates Dinner Adventure if you want acrobatics, a big pirate ship and a show that's a bit more slapstick.

Side by side

The show

  • Medieval Times: knights on horseback compete in jousting, sword fights and games of skill in a castle arena. The horsemanship is the real star.
  • Pirates Dinner Adventure: a pirate story built around a full-size ship in an indoor lagoon, with aerial acrobatics, stunts and sword fights.

The food

  • Medieval Times: most listings describe a four-course feast: garlic bread, tomato bisque, roasted chicken, corn, potatoes and dessert, eaten with your hands.
  • Pirates Dinner Adventure: a three-course meal: soup or salad, a roasted quarter chicken with potato purée and vegetables, and dessert.

Both offer vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free meals on request.

Drinks

  • Medieval Times: coffee and two rounds of select soft drinks are included. Alcohol is extra.
  • Pirates Dinner Adventure: soft drinks, tea and coffee are included, with a cash bar for alcohol.

Length

Both run about two hours with the pre-show. Arrive about an hour early for either.

Price

As of October 2026, adult tickets were listed around $67 to $85 for Medieval Times and $60 to $67 for Pirates Dinner Adventure, with lower prices for kids. Prices vary by date and seller.

Location

  • Medieval Times: 4510 W Vine St (US 192), Kissimmee. Handy for Disney-area hotels.
  • Pirates Dinner Adventure: 6400 Carrier Dr, Orlando, just off International Drive. Handy for I-Drive and Universal-area hotels.

Which is better for kids?

Both are great with kids about 4 to 12. Medieval Times tends to win with horse lovers and older kids; Pirates wins with younger kids who love silly characters and audience participation.

Tips for either show

  • Book online ahead of time. It's usually cheaper than the box office.
  • Ignore most coupon codes. Searches for dinner show coupons spike, but most codes on coupon sites don't work.
  • Ask about dietary meals when you book, not at the table.

For more, read our full guides to Medieval Times and Pirates Dinner Adventure.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Medieval Times or Pirates Dinner Adventure?

Medieval Times is best for horse lovers and jousting; Pirates Dinner Adventure is best for acrobatics and younger kids who love silly characters. Both run about two hours with dinner.

What are the best dinner shows in Orlando?

Medieval Times in Kissimmee and Pirates Dinner Adventure off International Drive are the two most popular, both with dinner included.

Do Orlando dinner shows include drinks?

Both include soft drinks (Medieval Times includes two rounds plus coffee). Alcohol is extra at both.

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