Grand medieval festival in the heart of Dignac village in Charente
The Fete Medievale de Dignac is organized every summer by the CAD (Comite d'Animation de Dignac) in the village of Dignac, in Charente. For over twenty years, this event has transformed the entire village into a strikingly realistic medieval city. The program includes knight tournaments, falconry shows, street theater, four-legged stilt walkers, troubadours, barbarian encampments, workshops for children, and an artisan market. Professional companies from all over France animate these festive days, attracting thousands of visitors.
For over twenty years, the Fete Medievale de Dignac has been one of the most anticipated events of the summer in Charente. Organized by the CAD (Comite d'Animation de Dignac), this festival transforms the entire village into a truly realistic medieval city. Streets, squares, and gardens are adorned with period decorations to welcome thousands of visitors eager to discover life in the Middle Ages.
The Fete Medievale de Dignac hosts professional companies from all walks of life. On the program: knight tournaments in armor, falconry shows with free-flying birds of prey, street theater, impressive four-legged stilt walkers, troubadours, and medieval musicians, barbarian encampments animated continuously. Each edition offers top-notch shows that delight young and old alike.
An artisan market showcases period craftsmanship: leatherwork, blacksmithing, pottery, illumination. Workshops for children (painting, making medieval objects) are offered throughout the event. A catering area with medieval-inspired dishes completes the immersion. The medieval garden maintained by the Nature section of the CAD can also be visited.
The 21st Fete Medievale de Dignac is announced for July 18th and 19th, 2026. Saturday from 12 PM to 11 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 7 PM. Program to be discovered on the CAD website.
The Fete Medievale de Dignac returns for its 21st edition on July 18th and 19th, 2026. On Saturday from 12 PM to 11 PM and Sunday from 10 AM to 7 PM, the village will once again transform into a medieval city. Knight tournaments, falconry, street theater, troubadours, encampments, and an artisan market will be present.
Check the CAD website for the detailed program.
The Medieval Festival takes place in the village of Dignac, 16410, in Charente (Nouvelle-Aquitaine).
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