Midsummer's eve

23 June 2026

Practical info:

On 23 June, the Medieval Center is from 10:00 to 20:30.
Admission from 10:00 a.m.: regular prices.
Tickets can be purchased at the entrance or online here.
Admission after 16:00: 69 DKK per adult (over 12 years), children 0-12 years – free entrance.
Guests are welcome to bring your own picnic basket and eat on the premises.

We are delighted to invite our guests to join us in celebrating the enchanting tradition of Sankt Hans Aften/midsummer’s eve. Prepare to immerse yourself in a day filled with captivating living history, bonfires, exciting knight’s tournaments, and joyous company.

Sankt Hans Aften holds a special place in Danish hearts, as it marks the longest day of the year. This cherished event embraces Denmark's old customs and legends, bringing together families and friends.

Bonfire Extravaganza: Join us as we gather around our majestic bonfire, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness. Immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere with a range of activities for all ages: We have 2 knight’s tournaments during the day, and our medieval trebuchets will shoot with fireballs, a spectacle you don’t want to miss!

Admission after 16:00: 69 kr. per adult (all over 12 years old), children 0-12 years old — free.

See the entire program here.

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Årets båltaler: Cecilie Nielsen, historiker og tv-vært på DR

Vi er stolte af at kunne annoncere, at årets båltaler til Sankt Hans på Middelaldercentret bliver Cecilie Nielsen – kendt fra DRs populære historieprogrammer og som kongehuskorrespondent.

Med sin store passion for Danmarks historie og evne til at formidle fortiden til et bredt publikum er Cecilie Nielsen en oplagt båltaler på en aften, hvor vi samles om traditioner, fortællinger og fællesskab. Glæd jer til en inspirerende tale, inden bålet tændes på Middelaldercentret.

Honest Søren recommends…

If you can’t be bothered to pack a lunch, don’t worry! This St. John’s Eve, you can enjoy a delicious medieval meal at Sir Svanes Food Hut.

Medieval Plate
Fried beans with soft onions and butter, kale salad with apples, raisins and salted almonds, braised chicken with medieval mustard, and flatbread.

Honest Søren has, of course, tasted it – and declares without hesitation that it is the best plate he has eaten in many years. And Søren is known for always speaking his mind.

The Medieval Plate can be pre-ordered online and will also be available for purchase on the day at Sir Svanes Food Hut, while portions last.

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