Sighișoara Medieval Festival
Welcome to the world of stories and customs from medieval Transylvania!
At the end of July, in the Sighișoara Fortress, the past is revived, summer after summer, from 1992 until today, thanks to its famous Medieval Festival. All this magic takes place between July 29-31. Under the protection of the old walls, which carry on the burden of hundreds of years of captivating history and on the narrow streets, on the paths imprinted by the traces of historical figures, they appear out of nowhere, feeding the appetite for dramatic stories, precisely those characters who came as if from the script of the most fascinating era in history, the Middle Ages: fearless knights, terrifying wizards, funny clowns, spirits embodied as if from other worlds, but also princesses with incomparable beauties, good fairies and heroes who will lead a silent battle with the forces of evil, to the delight of the spectators.
Edition by edition, at the Medieval Festival we can travel back in time, hundreds of years ago, to ancient, medieval times, when the names of guards, sorcerers, knights, ladies and rulers did not seem simple obsolete terms forgotten in the old chronicles and found by those who are passionate by the subject, in thematic books, or in the ancestor’s stories. The Medieval Sighișoara Festival does its magic number, year after year and brings back to life an era that seemed to be often linked to the phrase: "Once upon a time".
How all this magic happens is not hard to guess. Through the deepest expressions of human creativity, through ART.
Viewers will be visually transposed into the Middle Ages, through the costumes and scenery specific to those times and will forget, for a moment, about everyday life.
A whirlwind of sensations, a dance of the mind, a song that transcends centuries of existence, and a fascinating staging will delight the audience and make them get involved in the artistic act, to truly feel the immortality that can only be achieved through art. The art of theater, the art of dance, the art of music will facilitate the process of multiculturalism and diversity, a goal of utmost importance for the picturesque city of Sighișoara.
From a festival that inspires medievalism through all its pores, the medieval knights, its most representative actors, couldn't be absent. Along with their idealized image, which was an excellent source of inspiration for stories and romanticized movies.
The charming appearance of the ladies in dresses with medieval scent will force the brave knights at a hallucinatory sword blow, to the satisfaction of the public with an appetite for the courtly loves of the past.
With each edition, the Medieval Festival knows how to attract the public, choosing a different theme for each edition, so that both tourists from the country and from abroad will be delighted by the various surprises on the menu of this festival.
The presence of one of the symbols of the fortress, the famous drummer, master of ceremonies and the opener of the fortress, can only animate the audience more, and give an extra touch to all these activities.
His outfit attracts inquisitive looks, and the reply "I said!" which concludes each of his conversations, is not said at all by chance, being inspired by the public processes carried out in the Middle Ages that ended with this imposing statement.
Souvenirs and gifts for loved ones will be found everywhere, local craftsmen will compete to offer those interested objects with a story behind, and more than just objects, they will give them memories that will last for years and years.
The scent of the old days, costumes and decorations inspired by the Middle Ages, medieval atmosphere accompanied by troubadour music and outdoor concerts, picturesque stands with handmade souvenirs and painting exhibitions of talented local artists, are extraordinary premises for a weekend getaway ,both for local tourists and for foreigners.
Sighișoara Medieval Festival 2025 Schedule
Friday 25.07.2025
Festive Hall - Sighișoara City Hall
- Opening Conference: "Medieval Sighișoara at its 30th Edition" - Dr. Nicolae Teșculă
- Lecture: "The Intellectuals of Sighișoara in the Middle Ages" - Prof. Dr. Adinel Dincă
- OPENING PARADE led by the Antares Order: 1 Decembrie 1918 Street: - Hermann Oberth Street - Hermann Oberth Square - Turnului Street - Museum Square - Citadel Square
Citadel Square
19:30 The Official Opening
19:45 Lorenzo - street animation: Vlad Țepeș on Stilts
20:00 Folk Music Concert: Adrian Ivanițchi
20:40 Folk Music Concert: Vasile Șeicaru
21:30 "The Dream of Oneiroi II" - A show of movement, fire, light, and rhythm - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
Museum Square (Clock Tower area)
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The United Guilds and the Order of the Golden Griffins
20:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Ladies and Squires of Muhlbach
21:00 Medieval Music Recital - Viatores Festivi
21:30 Combat Demonstrations - The Paladins of Terra Medies
Ducklings Square
20:00 - 22:00 Musical Instruments Workshop - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
20:00 Guards Competition - The Guards of Bistrița Fortress
20:20 Medieval Films for Children: Wizards - Enchanted
20:30 The Story of Lorenzo the Clown
21:00 Medieval Music Recital - Julia Shevel, Ukraine
Shoemaker's Tower
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Squires of Muhlbach
20:00 - 22:00 Medieval Weapons Handling Workshop - The Squires of Muhlbach
Old Ladies' Corridor
20:00 - 22:00 Painting Exhibition: "Medieval Sighișoara"
Museum Square (Monastery Church area)
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Paladins of Terra Medies
20:00 - 22:00 Creative Leather and Metal Workshops - The Paladins of Terra Medies
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Guards of Bistrița Fortress
20:00 - 22:00 Glassware Workshop - Alexandru Rotar
20:00 - 22:00 Carpentry Workshop - Emil Milășan
20:00 - 22:00 Medieval Games & Pottery Workshop - The Games Caravan
20:00 - 22:00 Tailoring Workshop
20:00 - 22:00 Salt Carving Workshop - Salt Artisan, Nicolae Istratie
20:00 - 20:00 Horse riding Workshop
MYstical Transylvania
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "The Dracula Investigation" - The true history of Vlad Țepeș
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "Sighișoara Tales" - A journey through time with Hermann Oberth, presenting the city's history
Saturday 26.07.2025
Citadel Square
10:00 The Drummer, the Austrian, and the Maidens of the Sighișoara Citadel
10:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Ladies and Squires of Muhlbach
11:00 Guards Competition - The Guards of Bistrița Fortress
11:30 The Story of Vlad Țepeș with Lorenzo on Stilts
12:00 Medieval Music Recital - Viatores Festivi
12:30 Presentation of Weapons and Equipment from the 11th-14th Centuries - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
16:00 Historical Fights and Dances - The Squires and Ladies of Muhlbach
16:30 Slave Market
17:30 Theater Performance - Commedia dell'arte: "Love Is Complicated" - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
18:30 Magic Show - The Sorcerer of the Citadel
19:00 Medieval Combat Show - The United Guilds and the Order of the Golden Griffins
19:45 Duel of the Guards - The Guards of Bistrița Fortress
20:30 Medieval Music Concert - Viatores Festivi
21:00 Concert: Vița de Vie
22:00 Juggling and Medieval Music Show “Medieval Punishments” - The United Guilds
Museum Square (Clock Tower area)
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The United Guilds and the Order of the Golden Griffins
10:30 Workshop - Vlad Țepeș on Stilts
11:00 Knightly Fights - The Paladins of Terra Medies
11:30 Medieval Music Recital - Julia Shevel, Ukraine
12:00 Medieval Music Recital - The Minstrels of the Fortress Seat
13:00 - 15:00 Leather and Shield Painting Workshops; Medieval Camp Games - The Guards of Bistrița Fortress
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
17:00 The Story of Lorenzo the Clown
17:30 Interactive Duel - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
18:00 Medieval Music Recital - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
18:30 Ladies' Dances and Attire in the 15th Century - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
19:00 Medieval Music Recital - Julia Shevel, Ukraine
19:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Ladies and Squires of Muhlbach
20:00 Medieval Music Recital - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
20:30 Knightly Combats - The Paladins of Terra Medies
Ducklings Square
10:30 - 22:00 Musical Instruments Workshop - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
10:30 Percussion for the little ones - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
11:00 Interactive Theater for Children - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
11:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Squires and Ladies of Muhlbach
12:00 Magic Show - The Sorcerer of the Citadel
12:30 Medieval Prank - The Attack of the Giants - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
16:00 The Story of Lorenzo the Clown
16:30 Historical Dances - The Ladies of Muhlbach
17:00 Medieval Films for Children - The Wizards - The writing of History
18:00 Medieval Films for Children - The Wizards - Witch Hunt
20:00 Commedia dell'arte Theater Performance – "Gossip at the Castle" - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
Shoemaker's Tower
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Squires of Muhlbach
10:30 - 22:00 Medieval Weapons Handling Workshop - The Squires of Muhlbach
Old Ladies' Corridor
20:30 - 22:00 Painting Exhibition "Medieval Sighișoara"
Museum Square (Monastery Church area)
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Paladins of Terra Medies
10:30 - 22:00 Creative Leather and Metalworking Workshops - The Paladins of Terra Medies
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
20:00 - 22:00 Embroidery, Leather, Chainmail, Clay Modeling, and Painting Workshops - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
10:30 - 22:00 Glassware Workshop - Alexandru Rotar
10:30 - 22:00 Carpentry Workshop - Emil Milășan
10:30 - 22:00 Medieval Games and Pottery Workshop - The Games Caravan
10:30 - 22:00 Tailoring Workshop
10:30 - 22:00 Salt Carving Workshop - Salt Artisan, Nicolae Istratie
20:00 - 20:00 Horse Riding Workshop
MYstical Transylvania
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "The Dracula Investigation" - The True History of Vlad Țepeș
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "Sighișoara Tales" - A Journey Through Time with Hermann Oberth, Exploring the History of the City
Sunday 27.07.2025
Citadel Square
10:00 The Drummer, the Austrian, and the Ladies of Sighișoara Citadel
10:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Ladies and Squires of Muhlbach
11:00 Vlad Țepeș - with Lorenzo on Stilts
11:30 Commedia dell'arte Theater Performance: "Gossip at the Castle" - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
12:00 Presentation of a Guardsman's Military Equipment - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
12:30 Medieval Music Recital - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
16:00 Historical Fights and Dances - The Squires and Ladies of Muhlbach
16:30 Slave Market
17:30 Commedia dell'arte Theater Performance: “Love Is Complicated” - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
18:30 Medieval Music Concert - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
19:00 Duel - The Order of the Golden Griffins
19:30 Medieval Music Concert - Viatores Festivi
20:30 Ladies' Dances and Attire in the 15th Century - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
21:00 Concert - Phoenix
22:00 FIREWORKS SHOW
Museum Square (Clock Tower area)
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The United Guilds & The Order of the Golden Griffins
10:30 Knights' Duel - The Paladins of Terra Medies
11:00 Interactive Medieval Dances for Children - The United Guilds & The Golden Griffins
11:30 Medieval Music Recital - Viatores Festivi
12:00 Historical Fights and Dances - The Ladies and Squires of Muhlbach
12:00 Magic Show - The Sorcerer of the Citadel
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
17:00 Lorenzo's Clown on Stilts
17:30 Knightly Combats - The Paladins of Terra Medies
18:00 Interactive Duel - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
18:30 Medieval Music Recital - Julia Shevel, Ukraine
19:00 Historical Fights and Dances - The Squires and Ladies of Muhlbach
20:00 Medieval Music Recital - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
Ducklings Square
10:30 - 22:00 Musical Instruments Workshop - The Minstrels of the Seat Fortress
10:30 Medieval Prank - The Kidnapping of the Princess - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
11:00 Medieval Music Recital - Julia Shevel, Ukraine
11:30 Medieval Legends - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
12:00 The Story of Vlad Țepeș
12:30 Medieval Films for Children - The Sorcerers - The Lady of the Lake
- TECHNICAL BREAK -
16:00 Interactive Theater for Children - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
16:30 Percussion for the little ones - The Mercenaries of Asserculis
17:00 Medieval Films for Children - The Sorcerers - The Bridge of Doom
17:30 Historical Fights and Dances - The Squires and Ladies of Muhlbach
18:00 The Story of Lorenzo the Clown
18:30 Medieval Films for Children - The Sorcerers - Sorcerers in the Basement
Shoemaker's Tower
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Squires of Muhlbach
10:30 - 22:00 Medieval Weapons Handling Workshop - The Squires of Muhlbach
Old Ladies' Corridor
20:30 - 22:00 Painting Exhibition: "Medieval Sighișoara"
Museum Square (Monastery Church area)
10:30 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Paladins of Terra Medies
10:30 - 22:00 Creative Leather and Metalworking Workshops - The Paladins of Terra Medie
20:00 - 22:00 Knightly Camp - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
20:00 - 22:00 Leather and Shield Painting Workshops - The Guards of Bistrița Citadel
10:30 - 22:00 Glassware Workshop - Alexandru Rotar
10:30 - 22:00 Carpentry Workshop - Emil Milășan
10:30 - 22:00 Medieval Games and Pottery Workshop - The Games Caravan
10:30 - 22:00 Tailoring Workshop
10:30 - 22:00 Salt Carving Workshop - Salt Artisan, Nicolae Istratie
MYstical Transylvania
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "The Dracula Investigation" - The True History of Vlad Țepeș
10:00 - 22:00 The Exhibition "Sighișoara Tales" - A Journey Through Time with Hermann Oberth, Presenting the History of the City
* Festival schedule source: primariasighisoara.ro