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Last reviewed · 30 July 2026
By Jose Maestro · Editor · MadridFact-checked by Suites & Sunsets editorial desk
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Historic festival · Zakynthos
International Medieval Festival
July 2026
2026
July 2026
2027
Dates confirmed later — moveable feast
Where
Zakynthos
What it is
International Medieval Festival explained
Venetian-era music, sword shows and street theatre in Solomos Square and the Bochali castle hill, recalling four centuries of Serenissima rule over the Ionians.
Dates can shift by a day or two when a local council moves the programme to a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel. Accommodation in Zakynthos tends to sell out weeks ahead of the festival and prices rise sharply on the main night.
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International Medieval Festival, explained
What is International Medieval Festival?
Venetian-era music, sword shows and street theatre in Solomos Square and the Bochali castle hill, recalling four centuries of Serenissima rule over the Ionians. It's a historic event held in Zakynthos.
When is International Medieval Festival in 2026?
International Medieval Festival runs July 2026 in Zakynthos. Councils can move the exact days by a day or two to land on a weekend, so confirm with the town hall before booking non-refundable travel.
Is International Medieval Festival free to attend?
Yes — like the great majority of Spanish town festivals, International Medieval Festival is free and open-air; you only pay for food, drink and any seating the town sells for a parade or firework display.
Where should I stay for International Medieval Festival?
Book a room in Zakynthos itself as early as you can: accommodation for this kind of festival sells out weeks ahead and prices climb sharply for the main night. A base in Zakynthos also means you're not relying on late transport home once the celebrations run past midnight.
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- I'm visiting International Medieval Festival for the first time. List the 5 things I must see and 3 I can skip, and say why.
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- I have half a day in International Medieval Festival. What is the most representative thing to do?
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