The Medieval Festival takes place on the first weekend of August. In 3 days, Svetvinčenat returns to the real Middle Ages. Organized by the Municipality of Svetvinčenat, the Tourist Board of the Municipality of Svetvinčenat and Savičente d.o.o. this year marks the 14th edition of the Medieval Festival in Svetvinčent, which you can visit from 31st July to 2nd  August.

The Medieval Festival in Svetvinčenat is one of the most famous and attractive historical events in Istria, which transforms the town into a true medieval town every year. In the unique setting of the Morosini-Grimani castle and the old town core, visitors can experience the authentic atmosphere of the Middle Ages through a rich three-day program filled with historical displays, entertainment and tradition.

The festival hosts about 20 of the best associations from all over Europe, which enrich the program of this event with their activities and performances. In the rich three-day program, stories and legends, a falconry show, equestrian tournaments, knight fights, archery, fencing and a spectacular fire show are staged. At the festival, you can expect a medieval fair, craft workshops, street entertainers and a rich gastronomic offer.

The festival program is divided into three thematic days: family day (Friday), day of chivalry (Saturday) and day of legends (Sunday), and is adapted for all generations.

It all starts on Friday, Jul 31st, when the knights' camps open their doors at 6:00 p.m., followed by an archery show, a magnificent falconry show and a ceremonial parade through the entire place. Friday is also reserved for the already traditional and most awaited activity for the youngest: the children's battle for the defense of the castle.

Saturday, August 1st, is intended as the Day of Chivalry, and you will be able to see knightly fights, martial arts, presentation of medieval artillery and siege devices of the association, and one of the main points of the evening is the equestrian tournament, followed by an attractive fire show.

The last day, Sunday, August 2nd, is dedicated to legends. A rich program awaits you, and along with knights' fights, the performance of standard-bearers and an equestrian tournament will culminate with an excellent fire show. Everything ends with the presentation of the legend of the witch Mara and the "stage burning" of the castle.

In the Morosini-Grimani castle, take a break with medieval cocktails and a lounge corner, laugh with short and entertaining plays, enjoy gastronomic specialties and dance in the medieval spirit.

Every day you can expect a medieval fair, a presentation of medieval cuisine, craft workshops, fresco painting, archery, fencing, street entertainers, medieval games and a gastronomic offer.

The festival was recognized and proposed as a finalist for the "Tourist Event of the Year" among hundreds of manifestations, which is proof of the quality of the content, program and all festival participants.