Open to the Public -- As a new day begins, our town awakes to its daily barrage of life in the streets. Artisans and vendors ready for the townspeople, competitors and tourney-goers. From miles away, visitors flock to see what the day’s festivities will bring. Some bring business; some come to watch and cheer! As the day unfolds, all can discover treasures for the eyes, ears and palate.
Great for newcomers, this event focuses on activities that might have occurred in a small medieval town on tournament day. Townspeople and visitors share the sights, sounds and smells during a typical day. It costs nothing to look, aka, there is no admission fee.
Admission: $0 Feast: $7/person, max feast = 80*
Come and behold the wonders of the tournament day! Need help with what to wear? We can help!
*As customary for this event, feasts spots may be sponsored for newcomers so they can fully enjoy the day. Sponsors are welcome to pay for one more feast spot than they need to contribute.
Many artisans teach their craft; many sell their creations. Here is the chance to step back to a simpler time when hands did most of the skilled work. This is your chance to watch, ask questions, learn and explore the current Middle Ages.
Artisans
Visit the local artisans for a sampling of medieval workmanship. These artists enjoy learning more about their craft as well as teaching it to others. Some hands-on workshops will be held.
There will be a Fiber Solar.
Activities
Watch the tournaments. Meet the artisans. Try a dance or two. There is much to see and do!
Court
The Baronage of Sacred Stone will conduct court at 5 p.m., following all the tournaments. All visiting dignitaries are asked to confirm their attendance in advance, if possible.
Have you ever fletched an arrow or made a bow string? What about leatherworking or calligraphy? On this day, there will be many opportunities to see/try new things. Check the schedule for times and locations.
Demos
Many activities within the SCA are open to members only. Newcomers/visitors are welcome to watch and enjoy the demonstrations.
- Martialed Activities: armored combat, rapier fighting, youth combat
- Archery: Fletching arrows, making bow strings
- Blacksmithing: TBA
- Fiber Arts: Spinning, tablet weaving, sprang, lucet, finger weaving, needlepoint, drop spindle and more
- Bookbinding
- Leatherworking
- Stained glass
- Dancing - newcomers/visitors welcome to participate
Displays
- Library: Books will be available for research. All books must remain in the "Library." (see current list)
- Metalworking: From Dirt to Metal to Sword
- Glass: Stained glass
- Instruments
- Heraldry: Calligraphy and illumination
- Horses & Hounds: TBA
Entertainment
- Children's Activities: TBA
- Music
- Dancing
- Bardic: Storytelling, singing, music
- Feast!
There will be several tournaments held throughout the day, some overlapping others. Please check the schedule for times and locations. For more detailed information about martial activities, visit the SCA, Inc. web site, http://welcome.sca.org/.
SCA martial activities included:
- Armored Combat (aka, Heavy Fighting) - a "round robin" fighting tournament (best 2 out of 3) followed by a German barrier competition (gauntlets required to participate in barrier)
- Rapier Fighting (aka, Fencing) - TBA, may include a woods melee
- Youth Combat - TBA