Daughters of the British Empire in Kansas
BRITISH FAIRE FAQs
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Q: Where is the Abdallah Shrine Temple?
A: 5300 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, Kansas
Q: Is there an admission charge?
A: Yes. Admission is $5 for adults and $1 for children 12 and under. The Tea is $35 and that price includes free admission. Tea in a Box is $30 with admission included. For attendees only, purchase your entry at the front door when you arrive. CASH ONLY. An ATM is located in the lobby.
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Q: Where can I park?
A: There are plenty of parking spots at the Abdallah Shrine Temple on Metcalf. A limited number of spots are available around the main building including disabled parking. The larger lot by the Cargill office is available for all patrons. There is also a 3rd lower lot on the other side of 53rd Street. If needed, you can drop people off at the front door and park in the lower lot.
Q: How soon do the doors open?
​A: The doors may be open for vendors and volunteers, but you will not be able to enter the event until 10:00am
​Q: What is included in the Tea?
​A: Our tea may include 2 Finger Sandwiches, Coronation Chicken, Sausage Roll, Shortbread, Scone & Jam, Mini Lavender Cake, A Sweet and Lashings of Tea.
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Q: What if I have a food allergy?
​A: Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate any special requirements at this time.
​Q: What times are the Teas?
​A: Seatings for the teas are at 11:00 / 12:15 / 1:30
Q: Can I buy a ticket to the Faire only, in advance?
​A: Tickets for the Faire are sold at the door the day of the event. Cash Only.
​Q: Can I reserve a time for the Tea?
A: Link for online ticketing on Eventbrite - HERE! Tickets will be available on Eventbrite September 1st. Tickets will ONLY be available online this year.
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Q: How much is the tea and tea in a box and do you offer a child discount?
​A: The tea is $35 and includes free admission. Tea in a Box is $30 and includes free admission. Since this is a fundraiser and seating/boxes are limited we are unable to offer any discounts.
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Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
​A: Cash Only at the front door. Many of our vendors accept cash, so please bring plenty but some vendors may accept credit cards as well. ​
Q: Are there handicapped accommodations?
​A: There is handicapped parking available and a lift (elevator) to take you down to the tea.
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​Q: Is there Entertainment?
​A: There is entertainment throughout the day which include dancers, musicians and Renaissance royalty.
Q: What is the Entertainment schedule?
​A: The schedule will be posted on the website as soon as it is available,
which is usually a few weeks before the event.
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Q: Who are the vendors?
​A: Information on vendors will be posted on our website as it becomes available.
​Q: Is this a fundraising event?
​A: The British Faire is a fundraising event for the Daughters of the British Empire.
Proceeds go to the British Home and local women's charities.
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​Q: Are Dogs Allowed?
A: Only service dogs are allowed.
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Q: What is the best way to contact you for additional questions:
A: Please email us at dbekansas@gmail.com