On Saturday September 22nd + Sunday September 23rd, the King calls on all loyal subjects to embark on an unforgettable adventure to Sydney’s northern lands, where, amongst thick forests, lies a most captivating world of grand tournaments, brave knights, fearsome Vikings and lavish food: the St Ives Medieval Faire. Attracting over 20,000 people from across Australia annually, this two-day celebration of medieval history at St Ives Showground is the nation’s premier medieval history event, held in high regard amongst medieval re-enactors for its historical authenticity.
Feel the tremendous impact of a mighty blow being struck, and see a knight’s lance shatter into pieces, in the International Solid Lance Jousting Tournament. Jousters from across Europe – including Lady Caroline, from Sweden, Michaël Sadde from France, Arne Koets from The Netherlands, Per Estein Prøis-Røhjell from Norway and more – will make the trip to Australia to compete in full armour on horseback in what is the Southern Hemisphere’s only solid lance joust. The Joust will also witness the return of Australian champion jouster Sir Phillip Leitch, from Victoria, and his purebred Friesian Stallion, Valiant.
Over 350 Living History Re-enactors from all around Australia will journey to St Ives to set up fully interactive encampments, giving the public the opportunity to walk through and immerse themselves in seven centuries of history: the Vikings, Byzantines, Crusades, the Hundred Years War, the Wars of the Roses and into the 17th C.
FURTHER HIGHLIGHTS:
- Birds of Prey demonstrations, Archery displays, Australia’s only Giant Trebuchet catapault
- Mead; and Special Edition Ales custom-made for the Faire by Two Birds Brewing, inspired by 2018 jousting competitor Lady Caroline
- VIP Upgrade: Royal Court Experience with Long Table Gourmet Feast featuring authentic medieval suckling pig, spatchcock, parsnip pies, soups, cherry tarts & more, Grazing Table, Horse-Drawn Carriage VIP Transfers, premium members’ seating for the Joust
- Costume competitions, bonfires, live music, workshops, artisans markets, and kids activities
Saturday September 22nd + Sunday September 23rd (Daily or Weekend passes available)
St Ives Showground, 450 Mona Vale Road, St Ives. Gates open 9am – 5pm.
Tickets on sale now via www.stivesmedievalfaire.com.au or IWannaTicket.com.au. Options available to Upgrade to VIP for the Royal Court Experience via Ticketing page
Dress Code: The general public are strongly encouraged to come in costumes appropriate to medieval times.
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