Come and experience the unique atmosphere of the Middle Ages at Vrakuňa Forest Park! We invite you to a historical festival taking place on Friday evening, June 26, and Saturday, June 27, 2026, featuring a rich program, knights, music, crafts, magic, and creative workshops—perfect for a weekend full of fun and learning in the spirit of the Middle Ages.
What can you look forward to?
🎶 Medieval music concerts
🗡️ Fencing and knightly performances
⚔️ A large-scale reenactment of a medieval battle
🏇 A knightly tournament and final duels
👸 Theater performances for children
🎪 Interactive performances and a juggler for children
🍗 Demonstrations of medieval dining
🔥 Evening fire show
🎩 Magic show
🛍️ Period stalls, crafts, attractions for children, and delicious refreshments throughout the event
Once again, you can look forward to duels, music, the aroma of period food, the excitement of tournaments, and the evening’s fiery atmosphere.
Get ready for fascinating encounters with medieval knights, noble ladies, ancient heroes, and modern-day explorers. The festival will offer a host of exciting activities that will transport you to a world of heroism and courage. You can look forward to authentic combat demonstrations, craft workshops, period music, and theatrical performances.
What awaits you:
1. Knighthood and fencing
Knights’ tournaments and fencing performances, including battle reenactments. They take place on the Petanque court.
2. Culture and music
Medieval music concerts
Theatre performances and period dances
3. Fire and magic shows
Fire performances and magic tricks
4. Children and interactive program
Workshops for children and accompanying program throughout the event
5. Crafts and refreshments
Demonstrations of medieval crafts and dining
Themed stands with period refreshments
Suitable for:
Families with children – children’s program, theater, interactive activities
History lovers – fencing, battles, crafts, period music
Adventure seekers – fire shows, magic, and a great atmosphere
Come early to find a good spot near the main stage under the observation tower.
Fencing and knight fights will take place on the petanque court.
Bring a jacket for the evening performances (magic, fire) – it may get colder.
Unforgettable experiences await visitors of all ages. Admission is free.
We look forward to seeing you on June 26 and 27 at Vrakuňa Forest Park! ⚔️🔥
Venue: Vrakuňa Forest Park (near the lookout tower)
Date: 26.06.2026 – 27.06.2026
Time:
Friday – program starts at approximately 5:00 p.m., continues until 9:00 p.m.
Saturday – program starts at 11:00 a.m., peaks in the afternoon and continues into the evening, approximately until 9:00 p.m.
Entrance: free
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