Please note any changes to scheduled FRIDAY events will be listed here
Encampment Program
- ADDED: Janissary Barracks encampment
10am – Turkish Traditional Coffee Shop (kahvehane) act (interactive historical reenactment)
11am – Felt Making Demonstration
12pm – Turkish Yurt Talk
1pm – Turkish Live Music
Main Events Program
- Friday 10am – Siege of the Castle – Castle Arena, now Holmgang – Staraya Ladoga
Have you ever wanted to explore the Abbey Medieval Festival but quite sure what all the fuss is about?
Discover the best of our Festival with a sensory-friendly Friday Family Fun day.
Featuring all the crowd favourites, including the Moreton Bay Medieval Joust Championship, Birds of Prey, combat demonstrations, story telling, workshops, and live performers.
A number of encampments will be open to the public with activities and presentations, whilst others will be demonstrating their set-up process, so you can watch the village come to life from afar.
The kids can get hands on with our Archery range or make their own shield in our Kids Kingdom. It’s perfect for families who want more engagement and kid-friendly activities without the sensory overstimulation, or for those wanting a ‘taste’ of the Festival experience.
Your ticket also includes entry to one of the Moreton Bay Joust Championship sessions being held on the day.
If planning a visit to Abbeystowe for the first time, stay informed about event details by regularly checking our website and following us on Facebook and Instagram.
Keep the excitement alive as we release updates through these channels closer to the event.
Friday 5th Tickets
Adults
$29
+ Ticketing Fee
Concession
$25
+ Ticketing Fee
Child (5-14)
$19
+ Ticketing Fee
Child under 5
FREE
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INCLUDED IN TICKET PRICE
- 1 Joust Session included -Select either Morning or Afternoon Joust Ticket option
- Onsite Parking
How is it different to the Weekend Festival?
Friday will feature more family-friendly activities, with smaller crowd numbers (only 30% of the number of tickets compared to the weekend) to facilitate one on one engagement and activity-based fun.
A number of encampments will be open to the public with activities and demonstrations, whilst others will be demonstrating their set-up process, so you can watch the village come to life from afar.
The Medieval Markets will offer relaxed shopping and dining experiences, and entertainment and activities will be available.
We’ve removed some of our high-sensory activities, including the cannon and weaponry firings, and we’ve got all parking onsite for ticket holders.
Ticket prices also include your choice of morning or afternoon Joust tournament, and kids can enter the costume competition!
Can I attend Friday Family Fun with a Weekend Pass?
No, Weekend Passes are exclusively for use on Saturday and Sunday only.
If you’d like to attend the Friday, we invite you to buy additional tickets.
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
