27 December - 26 January

Keep the kids entertained these summer school holidays with colour, chaos, belly laughs, and non-stop fun at the inaugural Kryal Castle Jesters Jubilee! Meet juggling jesters, join Circus School, craft your own silly hat, and solve riddles to win a prize. There will be live shows, a jumping castle, and all the Kryal Castle favourites, including jousting, potion making, Knight School, axe throwing and archery.

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14 - 15 February

Welcome to the world of the Baroque, where power, beauty and elegance meet through classical horsemanship. At Kryal Castle’s Baroque Horse Festival, you can see historic breeds display the disciplines they were born to perform. From the proud Andalusian and Lusitano to the agile Friesian and Lipizzaner, this is a rare chance to see the descendants of Europe’s great war and court horses take to the Castle’s arena to showcase traditional techniques.

28 February - 1 March

For one enchanting weekend, Kryal Castle transforms into a land of wonder and imagination, where our magnificent horses become unicorns! This is a rare opportunity to ride, meet and take photos with these legendary creatures, who will also perform in live shows. The magic is further brought to life by pantomimes and roaming characters in two days of fantasy and family fun.

3 - 19 April

Experience the whimsical world of Alice in Wonderland, brought to life at Kryal Castle throughout the autumn school holidays! Meet all of your favourite characters,including the Cheshire Cat, the March Hare, the Mad Hatter and the Queen of Hearts. Join the Mad Hatter’s Hat Parade, and enjoy a variety of Alice in Wonderland themed activities in this action-packed program.

9 - 10 May

Make mum feel like royalty this Mother’s Day with a visit to Kryal Castle! Enjoy classic Kryal favourites including potion making, live performances and jousting. Make the day extra special by booking a relaxing stay in one of our Castle rooms, cabins or tiny homes!

23 - 24 May

Watch iron-willed warriors test their mettle in the Legends of Steel Medieval Combat Tournament! Kryal Castle becomes a battleground for brave knights and fighters for a weekend of duels, massive team melees and a Championship Joust in authentic armour. See skilled longsword, polearm and armoured mixed-martial combat. Then, between battles, enjoy familiar Castle favourites including Knight School and archery.

27 June -19 July

Knights battling with flaming swords, snow queens and winter magic - Knights of Fire returns to Kryal Castle these school holidays! Cosy up with a mulled wine or hot chocolate and see live performances, meet dragons, create your own snowflake ornament, or get an icy makeover with face painting and hair braiding.

1 - 2 August

Once a year, Australia’s most skilled knights journey to Kryal Castle for two days and four rounds of elite and historically accurate jousting. Who will have what it takes to be our champion? In between rounds, browse the wares of our authentic merchants and try potion making, archery or axe-throwing.

15 - 16 August

A flight of dragons is descending upon Kryal Castle for one weekend only! Meet and snap a photo with these magnificent beasts and see them perform tricks in a special show! Our knights honour the occasion by competing in skill-at-arms and jousting for the Dragon Cup. Plus, enjoy other dragon-themed activities around the Castle and dress up to join the Dragon Parade - where every participant wins a prize!

29 - 30 August

Back for its fourth year, the Highland Spectacular returns to Kryal Castle for a weekend of mighty celebration and rich Scottish tradition! Watch brawny lads and lassies compete in traditional highland heavy games, see massed pipes and drums and Highland dancing, plus meet fluffy highland cows and Scottish deerhounds.

5 - 6 September

Give dad a Father’s Day fit for a king by treating him to more than just a ‘knight’ off at Kryal Castle. Watch live jousting, challenge him to axe-throwing or archery, and nominate him for a competition to determine the ‘Lord of the Day’ and win a prize! Classic Kryal Castle activities, including Knight School and potion-making, make it a day of fun for the whole family.

19 September - 4 October

The legendary outlaw’s story comes to life at Kryal Castle these spring school holidays! Meet Robin Hood and his merry men - including Friar Tuck, Little John and Maid Marian - enjoy Robin Hood-themed crafts and activities, and see live performances including live jousting and roving performers. Ready to fight for the true king? Test your skills at archery and join Knight School for hands-on medieval fun.

31 October - 1 November

Celebrate Halloween in true medieval style at one of two spine-tingling events at Kryal Castle. During the day, Trick or Treat is a family-fun adventure throughout the Castle packed with tasty treats and spooky surprises. At night, dress in your finest gothic attire and join us for an evening of adults-only indulgence at the All Hallows Court Fantasy Ball.

21 - 22 November

The Victorian Medieval Festival returns to Kryal Castle for a weekend of historical re-enactment, live entertainment and family-friendly fun! Explore a bustling medieval village with artisans and market stalls, watch thrilling massed battles, birds of prey displays and the Tree of Gold Jousting Tournament. Young adventurers can enrol in Knight School to learn the skills of knighthood, or try their hand at archery and potion making.

28 - 29 November

Saddle up for two days of thrilling competition as the Ballarat Rodeo returns to Kryal Castle. You’ll see bull riding, rodeo stunts and barrel racing over a weekend that recaptures the very essence of the Wild West. You can also settle down for live entertainment under the stars and take part in an assortment of family-friendly activities.

Saturday 31 January

A royal wedding takes a grim turn when the bride is murdered. Three rulers claim innocence, but one harbours a deadly secret. Can you uncover the truth? Solve the gripping mystery while indulging in a three-course meal.

Saturday 14 February

Ever wanted to dine like royalty? Don't miss the Baroque Feast for a night of grand revelry! Begin your evening with a welcome drink before indulging in three hearty courses fit for royalty.

Saturday 28 March

It’s back! Can you uncover the truth behind a deadly murder at a royal wedding? Three rulers claim innocence, but one harbours a deadly secret. Solve the gripping mystery while indulging in a three-course meal.

Saturday 9 May

Our acclaimed Murder Mystery night is back (Seen on 9Now Travel Guides)! Unleash your inner detective to solve a gripping mystery while indulging in a three-course meal.

Ages 16+

Saturday 23 May

Elevate your Legends of Steel weekend with an evening of feasting fit for the toughest of warriors. Enjoy a three-course banquet with live fire performances, dancing, trivia and up-close battles by some of our tournament’s fiercest warriors.

Saturday 18 July

Ages 18+

Join us for an elegant adults-only evening at Kryal Castle this winter. Enjoy roving canapés and themed cocktails in a night that celebrates the magic of winter in a truly theatrical setting. Dazzling fire performances and a lively dance floor will ensure the night stays warm long after the sun sets.

Saturday 29 August

Join us for an exclusive three-course hearty Highland feast, celebrating the unique culinary and social traditions of Scotland. See an address to a haggis, enjoy an expert whisky pairing and experience bonnie tunes and Ceilidh dancing.

Saturday 31 October

Descend into darkness and decadence this Halloween at Kryal Castle. Dine on roving canapés and be tempted by the Blood Bar’s signature cocktails in a night that extends long into witching hour. Explore the torture dungeon, receive a private tarot reading and watch devilishly good entertainers in a night to remember.

Saturday 21 November

Dine like royalty at this year’s Victorian Medieval Festival Feast! Begin the evening with a welcome drink before settling in for a night of grand revelry. Enjoy live entertainment featuring medieval music and instruments throughout, and after, a three-course feast fit for a king.