WHATS ON
From the casual visitor to the hardcore anachronist to a day out for the family, at Sydney's Winterfest Medieval Fair, there is something for everyone!
A timetable for the event will be available soon.
NINJAS
Oh and in case that was not enough for one weekend, there will be ninjas as well. As part of a joint venture with the Bujinkan Sydney Metro Dojos as well as other Bujinkan Dojos in the Sydney area ninjas will be around to help with any information you may need. There will also be traditional Japanese weaponry and ninjutsu displays. Never heard of Togakure Ryu? How about shukko? Ashiko? Kusarigama? Here is the place to go to find out!
AND MUCH MORE
As a follow-on to Red Nose Day, Re-enactors have come together to raise money in the Red Nose Day Tournament for SIDS and the Childrens Hospital. Fighters and jousting Knights will be in the spirit and donning the 'nose' to fight for honour and the title of Red Nose Champion! You can help, of course, by bringing friends and family, or even sponsor the knights and jousting knights!
Proceeds of sponsors and donations on the day will be all going to the SIDS council through the Red Nose Day appeal.
NSW International Sword tournament:
As part of the worldwide competition, Winterfest will play host to the first of the new International Sword competition, as part of the national selection for an Australian team...
Sparks will fly with competitors vying for the top positions!
Fighting displays far and wide...
From Viking Raiders to Musketeers, Samurai, Knights of valour, Pirates, Adventurers of fortune, all sorts of warriors and swordsmen abound. You'll be able to see the best of historical displays and performances from our re-enactors, and join them at their encampments and learn more about all things in the medieval and ancient world...
STOP THIEF!! Jesters and Vagabonds!
A crooked grin, a cheeky repartee, and a shady disposition... Boys and girls, it's up to you to keep your eyes and ears peeled for the 'Village Thief' of Winterfest!!
In addition, keep an eye out for the meandering magic and tricks of the 'Jester', with laughs and foibles for everyone!
Orion's Consort
A pleasure to listen to in all their forms, you will find Orion's Consort wandering the event, or set up for you to find a comfortable spot and hear the music of ages past.
Playing a variety of instruments, including real horns, bells and lute, the enchanting music they perform add a wonderful part to a great weekend.
Several reenactor groups will be displaying their prowess throughout the day including bouts and authentic medieval weaponry displays as well as dance and music. Come and see first hand the excitement and beauty of the past.
See the archery tournament and cheer on your favourite archer. Give archery a try in the archery range using bows of history. For the kids, orc hunting at the mini range is also available.
Full Flight Birds of Prey is a licensed education, breeding & tourist facility designed to educate and inform the public about Australia's unique raptors (Birds Of Prey). Falconry was used in medieval times both as a necessity for those that needed to catch food and also as sport by the wealthy who saw the sport and birds of prey as status symbols. See the power and majesty of these birds close up and see as well as learn about feeding habits, nesting and flying abilities plus many other interesting details.
Time |
Event Sat/Sun |
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10:00 AM |
Winterfest Opens |
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10:30am |
Equestrian Skill at arms |
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11:00 am |
Jousting |
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11:30 am |
Full flight birds of prey |
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12:00 noon |
Combat and Arms displays |
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13:00 pm |
Roving Entertainment |
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13:30 pm |
Combat and Arms displays. |
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14:30 pm |
Full fight birds of prey |
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15:00 pm |
Equestrian Skill at arms |
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15:30 |
Winterfest Joust |
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