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May 3rd & 4th 2025

Medieval & Rare Trades
Festival

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Festival Info

ABOUT US

Join us at the Medieval & Rare Trades Festival, where we bring history to life! This family-friendly event is an annual two-day celebration of a bygone era. Watch skilled craftsmen and women demonstrate their artistry in carpentry, forging, baking and much more. Our festival is non-profit, focused on giving back to local Gumeracha and Torrens valley community groups. Come and join us in celebrating the past, and experience the thrill of rare and forgotten trades, bringing a new appreciation to the present.

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WHAT TO EAT?

We believe that food and drink are just as important as the event itself. That's why we've handpicked a range of vendors offering mouthwatering food and refreshing drinks to keep you going throughout your visit. From local delicacies to classic medieval dishes, you're bound to find something that hits the spot.

WHERE ARE WE?

The Medieval & Rare Trades Festival will be returning to Gumeracha in 2025 after last year’s success, for a family friendly medieval weekend in Federation Park. We look forward to welcoming you on the 3rd & 4th of May.

Upcoming Events

Foxglove Emporium

Handmade goods inspired by history

Five Eleven Distilling

Five Eleven Distilling is a family-owned distillery crafting premium spirits from South Australian grain. From gin and vodka to liqueurs, all made in-house with care. Join us at the fair for bottle sales and a bar full of flavour!

Oak and Earth

Merchant of handmade candles, potions, and herbals for the wild and pagan-hearted.

Tree of Life Reiki and Crystals

Specialising in high-quality and ethically sourced crystals and hand-made gemstone jewellery.

Geomancing The Stone

Geomancy Readings offer earth-based insight and intuitive guidance to help you find clarity, direction, and alignment.

Epic Armoury Australia

Don't just be another story, be part of an Epic

Barossa Valley Ice Cream

Hand crafted Ice Cream

Dragon's Blood Creations

Clothing for the unafraid

The Coffee Pot

Family run business selling coffee, tea, iced drinks, soft drinks

Original Turkish Rolls

Yiros

Big G’s Jerky

Local grass fed beef jerky in award winning flavours

Wyverstone Tea and Fleurieu Roast

Hand blended teas, herbal tisanes, and roasted coffee beans

Stall Holders & Food Vendors

At the Medieval and Rare Trades Festival, our selection of stall holders and food vendors is sure to delight. From handcrafted goods to mouthwatering cuisine, our vendors are passionate about sharing their crafts with festival-goers. Explore the various stalls that will transport you back in time, engage with the passionate creators, treat yourself to culinary delights,  and enjoy the unique atmosphere that only our festival can provide!

SA Rossfechten

A South Australian living history group utilising historical/classical dressage training principles to work towards Rossfechten and mounted HEMA.

The Valiant Order of Historical Entertainers

Historical Entertainers

Medieval Martial Arts

Knightly and Renaissance Martial Arts

Umbrella a Cappella Choir

Choir singing a range of Medieval and Renaissance music

Hive Artisan Collective

Jewellery Making Demonstration and Handmade Jewellery/Copper Roses for Sale

Legio XII Fulminata Inc

Roman re-enactment group specialising in 1st century imperial Rome

Tribune

Nova Roma ‘s official Praetorian Guard

SLAVA Ukrainian Cultural Centre

Our mission at SLAVA is to foster and advance Ukrainian cultural engagement in South Australia. Through our diverse projects, we offer participants the chance to connect and engage with each other, creating meaningful connections within our community.

Kim Bellette

Stone and Wood Interior and Landscape designer Art. Unique, bespoke, made to order. Australian made.

Tartan Muscle

Highland Games

Viezla

Veizla Viking Feasts

Groups & Re-enactors

At the Medieval and Rare Trades Festival, we are excited to showcase a diverse range of groups and re-enactors! Step into a world where history comes alive through fascinating displays and interactions. Whether you're interested in medieval craftsmanship or simply want to witness the artistry of our talented performers, there's something for everyone. Be sure to explore and engage with our re-enactors, who are eager to share their knowledge and passion with you.

" Highly recommended for any history nerds like me who love to see everything Medieval. Fights, blacksmithing, viking helmets and tankards, armor, clothing. Even ran into some Romans. Had a fantastic day and can't wait to go again next year. "

James Lauret

" Great effort by the local community and love that the money goes back in to helping the clubs and community groups" 

Jacqui Smith

"Awesome atmosphere the staff and tellers at the stalls along with the efforts of every attendee have made a fantastic turn out this year we'll be back again!"

Magnus Telius

LAST YEAR'S EXPERIENCE

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