The Médievales de Provins is a vibrant annual festival held in the UNESCO-listed town of Provins, France, celebrating its rich medieval heritage. Taking place over a weekend in June, the event transforms the town into a bustling medieval village with costumed parades, knight tournaments, jousting, falconry displays, and reenactments of medieval life. Visitors can explore craft markets, enjoy traditional music and dance, and feast on authentic medieval cuisine. Set against Provins’ well-preserved ramparts and historic architecture, the festival offers a magical step back in time for all ages.
DATES & TIMES
• Festival weekend (2026): Saturday–Sunday, 13–14 June 2026. Official site · EN site.
• Programme rhythm: Dances, music, games, jousting, street shows, the medieval ball (Sat), a large concert (Sat night) and the Sunday costumed parade (~700 participants). The detailed timetable is published closer to the date. See programme hub.
LOCATION
• Where: The medieval town of Provins (UNESCO) — within the festival enclosure across the upper town.
• Provins tourism · Open in Google Maps (Place du Châtel) · Access map (parking & shuttles).
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Paid festival inside the enclosure. Prices & online purchase:
– Online presale: 1‑day €12 · 2‑day €16.
– On site: 1‑day €13 · 2‑day €18.
– Costumed visitors: reduced rate on site.
– Free: children <12; people with disabilities + 1 companion (on‑site issue).
CAMPING & ACCOMMODATION
• Motorhome parking: Official camper (RV) parking areas are indicated on the festival access map; free shuttles link parking lots and entrances. See the access map. For hotels and B&Bs, search via Provins Tourism.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Getting there: Direct Transilien Line P from Paris‑Est → Provins; then walk or local shuttles to entrances. Line P info · Train to Provins.
• Accessibility: Dedicated parking near Porte de Jouy & Porte Saint‑Jean; disabled visitors + 1 companion are free (on‑site). Accessibility & contacts.
• Costumes welcome: Dressing up is encouraged and can lower your ticket price. See prices.
• Shows & monuments: Some permanent shows/monuments (e.g., Knights, Eagles, Pass Provins) are ticketed separately. Pass Provins · Knights show.
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