Medieval Fest

Medieval Fest 2025 — 13th Edition

From September 5 to 7, 2025, Brindisi celebrated the 13th edition of the Medieval Fest, an entire weekend dedicated to the Middle Ages and the figure of Frederick II. The main theme was the 800th anniversary of the wedding between the Emperor and Yolande of Jerusalem, which took place in Brindisi in 1225.

The historic center and the waterfront were transformed into an open-air museum: costumed re-enactors, street performers, demonstrations of ancient crafts in the Borghi dei Saperi, and gastronomic tastings curated by Slow Food Brindisi in the Borgo dei Sapori. There were also moments of cultural insight, such as the historical dialogue with Giacomo Carito, and a spectacular video mapping projection on the facade of the Casa del Turista. The edition also focused heavily on accessibility, with tactile maps, audio QR codes, and sign language support.

Friday, September 5

• 18:30 — Palazzina del Belvedere: historical dialogue with Giacomo Carito, "Brindisi in the age of Frederick II"
• Evening — Casa del Turista: video mapping projection dedicated to Frederick II and the medieval city

Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7

• 17:30 — Treasure hunt "The Emperor's Secret", following the footsteps of Frederick II (registration required by September 3)
• 19:00-22:00 — Opening of the "Borghi dei Saperi" and "Borgo dei Sapori": artisan markets, historical re-enactments, ancient craft demonstrations, and tastings by Slow Food Brindisi

Activities spread across the Palazzina del Belvedere, the Casa del Turista, the former Convento delle Scuole Pie, and the streets of the historic center.