2027 Australian Medieval Fair Calendar & Ren Faire Costume Guide

2027 Australian Medieval Fair Calendar & Ren Faire Costume Guide


MEEJOY Australia Event Guide

2027 Australian Medieval Fair Calendar & Ren Faire Costume Guide

Planning a medieval fair, Renaissance festival, Viking event or fantasy weekend in Australia in 2027? This guide brings together confirmed event dates, locations and practical costume ideas for some of Australia's major medieval, Renaissance-inspired and historical festivals.

The calendar will be updated throughout 2027 as organisers release additional dates, venues, ticket information and event programs.

First published: 9 November 2026

Confirmed 2027 Medieval & Renaissance Events

Several major Australian medieval and Renaissance-style festivals have already announced their 2027 dates.

  • 17–18 April 2027 — Fantasy Medieval Fair, Mount Gambier, SA
  • 14–16 May 2027 — Melbourne RenFair, Yarra Glen, VIC
  • 12 June 2027 — Viking Festival Sussex Inlet, NSW
  • 28–29 August 2027 — Balingup Medieval Carnivale, WA

Additional events will be added once organisers publish confirmed 2027 information. Dates should always be checked with the official organiser before booking travel or accommodation.

2027 Australian Medieval Fair Calendar

Fantasy Medieval Fair – Mount Gambier, SA Confirmed

Dates: 17–18 April 2027

Location: Mount Gambier Showgrounds, Mount Gambier, South Australia

What to Expect: Medieval and fantasy entertainment, historical demonstrations, re-enactment activities, live music, themed markets and family activities.

Costume Ideas: Medieval tunics, Renaissance dresses, cloaks, fantasy-inspired clothing and layered historical outfits.

Official 2027 event information

Melbourne RenFair – Yarra Glen, VIC Confirmed

Dates: 14–16 May 2027

Location: Yarra Valley Racecourse, Yarra Glen, Victoria

What to Expect: Melbourne RenFair returns as a three-day Renaissance and fantasy festival featuring costumed characters, merchants, live entertainment, historical-inspired performances and immersive activities.

Costume Ideas: Renaissance gowns, medieval tunics, peasant-inspired outfits, cloaks, fantasy clothing and LARP-style costumes.

Official Melbourne RenFair website

Viking Festival Sussex Inlet – NSW Confirmed

Date: 12 June 2027

Location: Elmoos Reserve, Sussex Inlet, New South Wales

What to Expect: A celebration of Scandinavian heritage with Viking-themed activities, living-history displays, entertainment, music and family attractions.

Costume Ideas: Viking-inspired tunics, layered shirts, cloaks, Nordic-style clothing and simple historical accessories.

Official Viking Festival website

Balingup Medieval Carnivale – Balingup, WA Confirmed

Dates: 28–29 August 2027

Location: Balingup, Western Australia

What to Expect: One of Western Australia's long-running medieval community events, featuring themed entertainment, artisan stalls, costumes, music, food and a medieval village atmosphere.

Costume Ideas: Medieval shirts and tunics, cloaks, Renaissance-inspired outfits, fantasy costumes and layered historical clothing.

Official 2027 calendar

2027 Events Returning — Dates Still TBA

Some established Australian medieval events have confirmed that they intend to return in 2027 but have not yet published final public dates. These events are listed separately to avoid presenting estimated dates as confirmed.

Medieval & Rare Trades Festival – Gumeracha, SA 2027 Date TBA

Location: Federation Park, Gumeracha, South Australia

The organiser has announced that the Medieval & Rare Trades Festival will return in 2027, with the final date still to be confirmed.

The event focuses on historical crafts, traditional trades, community activities and family-friendly medieval experiences.

Official festival website

Abbey Medieval Festival – Caboolture / Moreton Bay, QLD 2027 Date TBA

Location: Abbeystowe, Caboolture / Moreton Bay, Queensland

Abbey Medieval Festival organisers are already preparing for the 2027 festival and have referenced upcoming 2027 stallholder applications. A final festival date had not been published when this guide was updated.

As one of Australia's best-known medieval events, Abbey traditionally features extensive living-history displays, performers, historical encampments, merchants and family activities.

Official Abbey Medieval Festival website

Blacktown City Medieval Fayre – Sydney, NSW 2027 Date TBA

Location: Nurragingy Reserve, Doonside / Blacktown, Sydney, NSW

Blacktown City Medieval Fayre remains one of Sydney's major medieval-themed community events. At the time of publication, Blacktown City Council's public event page was still displaying the 2026 festival rather than a confirmed 2027 date.

Check the council's festival page closer to 2027 for updated dates, ticket information and the event program.

Blacktown City Council

Winterfest Sydney Medieval Fair – NSW 2027 Date TBA

Location: Hawkesbury Showground, Clarendon, NSW

Winterfest is one of Sydney's established medieval fairs. The official website was still displaying the July 2026 event when this guide was first published, so a 2027 date has not been listed here until officially announced.

Official Winterfest website

York Medieval Fayre – York, WA 2027 Date TBA

Location: Avon Park, York, Western Australia

York Medieval Fayre was held on 27 September in 2026. The Shire of York had not yet published a confirmed 2027 Medieval Fayre date when this guide was updated.

Shire of York events calendar

What to Wear to an Australian Medieval Fair in 2027

Australian medieval festivals take place from autumn through spring, so the most useful costumes are easy to layer, comfortable enough for outdoor events and adaptable to different weather conditions.

Medieval & Renaissance Outfit Ideas for Men

  • Medieval shirts and tunics as a versatile base layer.
  • Viking-inspired clothing for Nordic and historical festival themes.
  • Simple trousers, waistcoats and belts for peasant, traveller or Renaissance-inspired outfits.
  • Cloaks and additional layers for winter festivals and evening events.

Medieval & Renaissance Outfit Ideas for Women

  • Women's medieval and Renaissance costumes including gowns, skirts, blouses and layered historical styles.
  • Peasant-inspired blouses and long skirts for comfortable Ren Faire outfits.
  • Renaissance dresses for more formal noble or court-inspired looks.
  • Hooded cloaks and outer layers for cooler events.

Medieval Costume Ideas for Kids

  • Kids medieval and Renaissance costumes for family festivals and historical events.
  • Simple tunics and shirts that are comfortable and easy to layer.
  • Soft cloaks and fantasy-inspired outfits for cooler festival days.

Ren Faire & LARP Costumes in Australia

Australian Renaissance fairs and fantasy festivals increasingly welcome medieval, historical and fantasy-inspired clothing. A practical Ren Faire outfit can start with a tunic, blouse, dress or skirt and then be adapted with a cloak, waistcoat or other costume accessories.

Explore our LARP & Ren Faire Costumes collection for medieval, Renaissance, Viking and fantasy-inspired clothing suitable for fairs, immersive events and themed gatherings.

Major Australian Medieval Fair Regions

Medieval and Renaissance-inspired events are held across Australia, with especially active festival communities in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and Tasmania.

Visitors looking for events close to home should also check local council calendars, historical societies, Renaissance and medieval community groups and individual event organisers throughout 2027.

Planning Ahead for a 2027 Medieval Festival

Popular events can attract large crowds and accommodation near regional festival locations may book early. Once you've selected an event:

  • Confirm the latest date and venue with the organiser.
  • Check ticket availability before arranging travel.
  • Review the event's current costume and entry guidelines.
  • Choose comfortable footwear and weather-appropriate costume layers.
  • Allow enough time for costume ordering, sizing and delivery.

Find Your 2027 Medieval Fair Outfit

MEEJOY offers medieval, Renaissance, Viking, Victorian and fantasy-inspired costumes for Australian festivals, Ren Faires, historical events, LARP, Book Week and themed occasions.

Explore Medieval Costumes, Renaissance Costumes, Viking Costumes, Women's Medieval Costumes, Kids Medieval Costumes and LARP & Ren Faire Costumes.

Last reviewed: 9 November 2026. Event dates, venues, programs and ticket arrangements can change. Always confirm current information with the official organiser before purchasing tickets, booking accommodation or travelling. MEEJOY is an independent Australian costume retailer and is not the organiser of the events listed in this guide.


Back to blog