At the Court of the Este
The historical-medieval re-enactment in the Carrarese Castle of Este
About At the Court of the Este
Este Returns to the Middle Ages
At the Court of the Este is the grand historical-medieval re-enactment in Este (province of Padua), which for a weekend at the end of April transforms the evocative Carrarese Castle into a 13th-century court. Organized by the Este Medieval Association, the event is registered in the Veneto Regional Register of Historical Events.
The Re-enacted History
The re-enactment celebrates the return of Marquis Azzo VII d'Este in 1257, a key episode in the city's history, culminating in the representation of the battle for the fall of Este by the Da Romano. Within the castle walls, costumed figures, ladies, and knights recreate the atmosphere of medieval Este.
Shows, Music, and Tavern
The program combines fire shows, Celtic music, historical parades, archery and siege weapon demonstrations, period dances, and medieval games. The medieval camp, craft workshops, and tavern complete an immersive experience designed for families and history enthusiasts.
At the Court of the Este — edition 2026
The XXIV edition of 'At the Court of the Este' is scheduled from April 24 to 26, 2026, at the Carrarese Castle of Este, organized by the Este Medieval Association. Three days of re-enactment of the return of Marquis Azzo VII d'Este (1257), with fire shows, Celtic music, a historical parade in costume, and the representation of the battle for the fall of Este by the Da Romano. Throughout the event: medieval camp, tavern, period games and dances, siege weapon demonstrations, and archery competitions.
Programme At the Court of the Este 2026
Friday, April 24
- From 4:00 PM — Opening and children's activities
- 9:00 PM — 'The Sphere of Destiny', a narrative-musical fire show
Saturday, April 25
- From 10:00 AM — Craft demonstrations, cultural conferences, archery
- 8:30 PM — Celtic musical entertainment with the group Celtic Pixies
Sunday, April 26
- Historical parade in costume through the city and representation of Saint Francis
- Re-enactment of the battle for the fall of Este by the Da Romano
- 9:00 PM — Fire show
Throughout the event: medieval camp, tavern, period games and dances, siege weapons, archery competitions.
Highlights At the Court of the Este 2026
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Practical information — At the Court of the Este
When and Where
Carrarese Castle, Este (PD), for a weekend at the end of April.
How to Get There
Este is located at the foot of the Euganean Hills, south of Padua. By train: Este station. By car: from the A13 or the Euganean Hills roads.
Info
Este Medieval Association — estemedievale.it.
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Where does it take place — At the Court of the Este
Castello Carrarese di Este
Castello Carrarese, 35042 Este