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What is the Yuletide Medieval Festival?

Hear ye, hear ye! Lords and Ladies, we're thrilled to invite you to the enchanting Yuletide Medieval Festival! Immerse yourself in the festive spirit with a medieval twist!

Feast like kings and queens with scrumptious food vendors, discover treasures from our artisan craft vendors, witness the thrill of battle with live battle reenactments and jousting tournaments, and more!

The Yuletide Medieval Festival is fun for the entire family - We can't wait to see you there!

Location

El Monte Community Park

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15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA 92040

Dates

December 6-8 | 13-15

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Fridays - 5p - 8p

Saturday - 10a - 8p

Sunday - 10a - 5p

Pricing

Sip, Shop, Santa Fridays - $12

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Saturday All Day - $26

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Weekend Pass - $50

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Run of Festival - $95 

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St. Crispins Day Feast - $50

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Meet St. Nicholas

Ring in the Yuletide Season by meeting our St. Nick! You and your kids will love getting to celebrate this wonderful holiday tradition in the most traditional way that you can!

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Daily Archery Tournaments

Whether you pick up a bow or watch one of our expert archers - you'll love this showcase of the oldest long-range fighting tradition in our world.

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Medieval Jousting Tournaments

Join our incredible guilds and talent for one of the greatest and oldest showcases of athleticism: full contact jousting on horseback!

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Battle Re-Enactments

For the history-lover in all of us: come enjoy historical battle reenactments featuring some of the best actors in the business!

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Live Knights Combat Tournament

Be enthralled by the skill and entertainment of our tournament-ready knights! We're featuring full-contact sword and axe fights at Yuletide this year.

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Six Unique Stages

Yuletide will feature four unique stages of constant entertainment - including music, comedy, and other fun acts.

The Greatest Medieval Entertainment and Vendors from Around the World

Location

El Monte Community Park

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15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA 92040

Dates

December 6-8 | 13-15

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Fridays - 5p - 8p

Saturday - 10a - 8p

Sunday - 10a - 5p

Pricing

Sip, Shop, Santa Fridays - $12

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Saturday All Day - $26

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Weekend Pass - $50

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Run of Festival - $95 

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St. Crispins Day Feast - $50

Questions?

  • Are Costumes Allowed at the Yuletide Medieval Festival?
    Of course! We encourage any and all costuming, including period, holiday, and anything else that you'd like to wear! Please be aware that this is a family-friendly event.
  • Does costuming need to be period?
    Nope! While we personally love wearing period costumes to events, you feel free to dress up in whatever theme best suits you!
  • Are real swords allowed?
    Yes, but they must be peace-tied before and throughout the entire event until you exit.
  • What will be served at the St. Crispin's Day Feast?
    We'll be serving BBQ, but will also have vegan options.
  • Can you buy tickets and use them on a different day?
    Yes! If you get a general admission ticket, it will work on any of our days. If you get a discounted Friday ticket, they will work on either of the two Fridays only.
  • Are Dogs Allowed?
    Yes, on leash only. Please bring supplies to clean up after your own dog.
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