The free medieval festival in La Houssaye-en-Brie, Seine-et-Marne, recreates an early 15th-century encampment in the village’s orchards. Knights, craftsmen and reenactors will greet you on 26 and 27 September 2026.
The Endesumar Medieval Festival transforms the grounds of Château de Rangiport, in Gargenville (Yvelines), into a full-scale Viking encampment and continues its journey this Sunday, September 13, 2026. We stopped by on Saturday—here’s what to expect on site.
The Crouy-sur-Ourcq medieval festival, in Seine-et-Marne, is returning for a fourth, free edition centered on the Houssoy keep. The Médiévales du Houssoy will transport the village back to the Middle Ages on September 19–20, 2026.
The Montlhéry Medieval Festival is back for its 9th edition on September 19–20, 2026, under the theme “Around the World” to mark Heritage Days. Expect equestrian shows, a medieval market, and fire-breathers, all free to attend in Essonne, at the foot of the famous Tower.
Provins' Medieval Festival makes its grand return in Seine-et-Marne on June 13–14, 2026 for its 41st edition, with a medieval ball, a concert, and a grand costumed parade through the UNESCO-listed town.
Saint-Maur Médiéval returns to Parc de l’Abbaye in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés for a weekend of free shows, workshops and activities on May 30 and 31, 2026. Want to travel back in time? A host of demonstrations, hands-on workshops and a craft market promise plenty of discoveries.
Horse show, medieval camp, and artisan market: the Medieval Hop Festival returns to La Houblonnière in Villiers-sous-Grez, Seine-et-Marne, on Sunday, September 6, 2026. It’s shaping up to be a fantastic outdoor day you won’t want to miss!
Moussy-le-Neuf in Seine-et-Marne gears up for its 13th Medieval Festival on May 23 and 24, 2026. The event promises a stunning historical camp, a chivalry tournament, craft market stalls, and lively entertainment—perfect for families eager to step back into the Middle Ages.
The Val-d'Oise region will host a Viking festival on March 7 and 8, 2026, in Fosses. The event features a medieval market, a Viking combat tournament, and historic crafts at the Cathy Fleury gymnasium. Admission is free, inviting visitors to step back in time for a weekend of history and festivities.
The Cernunnos Pagan Fest is making its way back to La Ferme du Buisson in Noisiel, Seine-et-Marne, for a one-of-a-kind celebration blending pagan metal concerts with a free medieval fair complete with artisan stalls and historical activities, taking place on February 21 and 22, 2026.
On March 28 and 29, 2026, Courson-Monteloup Castle Park will transport visitors back in time for a grand, free medieval festival. This family-friendly event promises knightly shows, a craft market, and live demonstrations of traditional trades!
The VauréYule medieval festival returns to the Cour des Arts in Vauréal in the Val-d'Oise on December 6 and 7, 2025. On the program for this 7th edition: fire shows, combat, a 100% artisanal medieval market, and open workshops. How about stepping back in time?
If you're looking for a great idea for a free and original outing in the Yvelines, Mantes-la-Jolie will be transformed into a medieval city on Saturday, November 22, 2025. For the 575th Onion Fair, the city center will offer entertainment, shows, and period craftsmen.
Les Médiévales et fantastiques du Vexin returns this Saturday, October 4 and Sunday, October 5, 2025. Medieval village, knights' tournaments, concerts, fire shows, craftsmen and fencing await you in Avernes, Val-d'Oise.
Une journée médiévale au coeur d'un château fort ? C'est ce qui nous attend au portes de Paris, au Château de Vincennes. Rendez-vous le 17 mai 2025 pour découvrir un beau programme d'animations familiales au coeur du Moyen-Âge.
On the weekend of April 5 and 6, 2025, Saint-Ouen goes back in time a few centuries and organizes its Great Chivalric Olympics, a festive day combining sport and sharing, to be enjoyed by the whole family!
The Fantastorique medieval festival returns on March 15 and 16, 2025 to the Cour des Arts in Vauréal, 95. Featuring a craftsmen's market, historical events and fantastic shows, this family-friendly event promises a unique immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages and the imaginary world.
Ready to step back into the Middle Ages for a weekend? Head for Luzarches, in the Val-d'Oise, on October 12 and 13, 2024, to attend a chivalry tournament, Viking battles, falconry shows, a medieval market and a whole host of other events!
If you can't make it to Provins to attend the largest medieval festival in France, enjoy the one in Nogent-sur-Marne with knights' fights and a falconry show, on May 13 and 14, 2023!
