The Viking Festival 2026

2 May 2026 - 4 May 2026

Flag Fen Archaeology Park

It’s the Viking Festival - Flag Fen’s event of the year! Step into a thrilling living history weekend with authentic Viking camps, have-a-go archery, and spectacular battle re-enactments. Packed with action, atmosphere, and hands-on fun, this unforgettable festival has something for everyone, from families and first-time explorers to history-loving adults.

What to expect:

Explore a real-life Viking encampment
Discover a Viking burial
See traditional woodworking, metalworking, weaving and cooking in action
Learn about Viking food and daily life
Enjoy daily storytelling sessions for children
Watch weapons demonstrations and archery displays
Try your hand at archery

The Battle of the Holme

Each day culminates in a dramatic re-enactment of The Battle of the Holme (902 AD). Experience history brought to life as warriors clash in an unforgettable display of skill, spectacle and storytelling.

Event Tickets

£12.00

Adult (+booking fee)

£4.00

Child (under 18s)(+booking fee)

£28.00

Family (Inc 2 adults & up to 3 children)(+booking fee)

£0.00

Under 5s

£0.00

Carer

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The Viking Festival was full of history and fun for the kids too with children trying out on the battlefield to beat the Vikings. The site is a lot bigger than we expected and full of re-enactment actors explaining how things work for the children. It feels like step back in time. Definitely coming back again!

Lona (Google review)

The Viking weekend has been a perfect family day out - full of exciting action and learning about life in Anglo Saxon and Viking times. We will be coming back!

Caroline (Facebook review)

The Viking festival was fantastic. From battle re-enactments to a living encampment. Each person was very knowledgeable about what they were portraying.

Gary (Google review)

FAQs

Accessibility information

The site is accessible for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and pushchairs. There is an accessible route from the visitor centre, to The Francis Pryor Preservation Hall and The Maisie Taylor Conservation Barn. The mere walk may not be suitable for buggies and wheelchairs in wet weather as it is a combination or grass and wood chip path surface.

There is an accessible car park, with ample spaces located very close to the main visitor centre. Overflow car park is available on busy event days.

During the Viking Festival event only guide dogs can accompany their human companions.

View our full accessibility statement

What is on during the day?

10am: Archery range - Have-a-go archery open until 1.55pm

11am: Exploring a Viking grave – activity for children, 30 minutes- Main LH Camp

11am: Leechcraft Display- Learn about medicine in the Viking Age- Over the bridge at the Satellite LHE Camp

11.30am: Storytelling for children, 30 minutes- Main LH Camp

12.30pm: Main Arena - Skirmish and weapons demonstrations, 30 minutes

1pm: Main Arena - Children’s battle, 30-45 minutes

2pm: Archery Range - Archery display, 30 minutes

2.30pm: Archery Range - Have-a-go archery open until 3.15pm

2.30pm: Main Acting Performance - Main LH Camp

3.30pm: Main Arena - The Battle of the Holme, 45 minutes

Do I get a discount to the Viking Festival as an annual pass holder?

Annual Passes are not valid for discounted entry on this special event day.

We truly appreciate your continued support as an Annual Pass holder and thank you for being part of our community.

How long is the Viking Festival event?

The event takes place from 10am - 4pm with a series of event activities happening throughout the day

How old do you need to be?

No age restrictions. The Viking Festival has lots to offer for all ages to enjoy, it's a great family day out!

Can we bring our own reenactment weapons?

Visitors are not permitted to bring reenactment weapons on site.

Car parking?

Yes, free car parking onsite. Accessible parking available for Blue Badge holders located at the front of the Visitor Centre. Overflow car park is available on busy event days.

Are dogs welcome?

During the Viking Festival event days, only guide dogs can accompany their human companions.

We welcome dogs on a short lead at Flag Fen during our regular opening hours.