Newcastle Medieval Festival

Name: Newcastle Medieval Festival
Start: 2026-09-05
End: 2026-09-06
Location: Newcastle

The Newcastle Medieval Festival is a two-day historical celebration held at the Newcastle Foreshore. The event features an immersive experience with full-contact BUHURT tournaments, medieval combat demonstrations, and living history displays alongside artisan stalls and food vendors.

Date: Sep 5-6, 2026
Location: Newcastle

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Event summary

Highlights

BUHURT tournament and medieval combat
Live cannon fire and sword fighting demonstrations
Living history displays
Artisan stalls and period-themed food

Located at the Newcastle Foreshore in Newcastle East, this festival offers a journey back in time through a variety of historical reenactments and interactive demonstrations. The event is scheduled over a weekend, aligning with Father's Day, and provides a range of family-friendly entertainment including live cannon fire and sword fighting.

A major highlight of the program is the BUHURT tournament, where competitors engage in medieval-style combat. Visitors can also explore living history camps to learn about past lifestyles, browse artisan stalls for unique goods, and participate in various medieval-themed activities. The festival generally opens from 10 am, with ticketed entry starting at approximately $15.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Newcastle Foreshore; newcastleweekly.com.au
Area for browsing nearby events: Newcastle

Before attending

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