It is still impossible to travel back in time, so the most nostalgic organize festivals and markets with the aim of savoring a little bit how those times were. These events are usually attended by an audience of all kinds, from experts in the field, to passers-by on foot who want to enjoy the atmosphere and spend a day with the family.
Specifically, from October 5 to 12, a great Medieval Market will be held in Valencia to commemorate the Day of the Valencian Community. Therefore, one of the activities that will take place is a reenactment of the entrance of
The “Medieval Market Balconet. Oficios de antaño” will be located in the Turia Garden, where the green, along with the booths that recreate an authentic village of the time, will create a unique environment in which to really submerge ourselves in what life was like for these people centuries ago.
During the days, jointly organized by the Valencian Federation of Moors and Christians and the thematic market operator Balconet, we will be able to enjoy samples of medieval tournaments, music performances and children’s attractions, among other activities.
Crafts re-division
This year, the market wants to emphasize the trades of the time and vindicate them. They want to show that they were not only a source of income, but that they played a fundamental role in everyday life. All the objects that were created were indispensable for daily life, war, agriculture or trade.
Moreover, these workshops were not only a place of work, but also a place to meet and exchange ideas. Therefore, by going to the market, visitors can learn in more depth how these trades were, appreciate the skill and creativity of the artisans, learn about their techniques and tools, understand the importance that the trades had in everyday life and value manual work and handcrafted products. Come on, live a completely immersive experience in medieval life!
To finish, we leave you all the activities that will take place during this week in the Medieval Market of Valencia:
- Medieval tournaments: The bravest will demonstrate their skills in exciting jousting and combat
- Children’s attractions: Tio Vivo ecological, traditional games, theater and craft workshops will delight the little ones.
- Live performances: Medieval music, theater and falconry exhibitions will liven up the days.
- Medieval farm: The animals of the time will be present in a farm where children can interact with them.
- Mediaeval farm: The animals of the time will be present in a farm where children will be able to interact with them.
- Exhibitions: Objects and tools of medieval daily life will be on display.
- Medieval camp: A camp set in the period will allow visitors to learn about the life of soldiers and craftsmen.
- Reenactment of the entry of Jaume I: To round off the festivities, the historic entry of Jaume I into Valencia will be represented, reliving one of the most important moments in our history.
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