August 3, 2025 @ 11:00 am – 5:00 pm
📅 Sunday, 3rd August | 🕚 11AM–5PM | 📍 Youghal, Co. Cork
FREE Family Event
Step into the past at the Youghal Medieval Festival a fun, immersive day out for all ages! Explore a Viking camp with live battle re-enactments, cooking demos, and daily Viking life by the White Horses Living Society.
🔨 Hands-On Workshops
Delivered by the School of Irish Archaeology (booking on the day):
- The Big Dig (replica Viking house)
- Viking Coin Striking
- Bead & Pouch Making
- Viking Dagger Workshop
🎪 Family Activities
- Birds of prey & petting zoo
- Face painting & balloon art
- Puppet shows
- Paint-your-own medieval shield
⛪ At St. Mary’s Collegiate Church
- Audio tours, treasure trail, photo exhibit
- Organ recitals & live music
- Artisan food, crafts & free hydration station
Hosted by Cork County Council & The Heritage Council.
Spectacular, immersive, and totally free!

