We have a strong education component to
many of the things we do. Toward that
end, we “trade” with children. Participating vendors may ask children if they would like
to trade or children can ask the vendors. Trade items are small and safe, a rock, leaf or twig. Some trade for a joke or
a smile, or a small task. Small trinkets are acceptable. We are
attempting to have children get used to the idea of trade that does not always
involve money as in former times and to interact with people by using their words.
Look for the symbol below to see if a vendor or reenactor is participating in the trade fun.
Our market features amazing craftsmen and among other things you'll find Viking themed products, wood carvings, amazing textiles, leather products, furs, authors, henna, books, pewter, and facepainting.
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We have three stages of entertainment along with many performers on the grounds. There's always something to see and enjoy!
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Enjoy entertainment and terrific food at Heimdall's Horn a' Plenty and Thor's Feast Hall, or visit our other food stops for coffee, homemade root beer, ice cream, kettle corn and much more.
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As you hopefully know, the Viking Festival is free, but we ask for canned food donations. The goal of the Viking Festival is to present a meaningful donation. This we have accomplished for over 15 years.
We've combined a festival atmosphere with historic encampments throughout history. Our historic timeline isn't just about Vikings.
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Our festival is family friendly. It's a pleasure to see youth enjoy our entertainers around the festival, but sometimes they need a place that's just their size. Our play area fits that requrement.
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Our family friendly vendors go through a jury process before we bring them to you. We carefully select vendors with high quality products that fit our festival. These are products we, the organizers, would want to own, and we think you will, too. We have something for all ages, from gigantic bubble kits, textiles, beautiful amber jewelry, and books.
We welcome authors and exhibitors, too. Are you of Nowegian descent? Learn about your heritage from the Sons of Norway. Love fantasy or historical novels? Check out our visiting authors.
The Ashville Food Pantry provides food, free of charge, to those in need who live in the Teays Valley Local School District. Donations are always welcomed. They average 100 clients per month with the largest group over 65. Also, they are in need of funds to maintain their facility and keep their programs running strong.
The Food Pantry is located at 94 Long Street.
Beautiful belly dancers, a full contact armored joust plus a squire's challenge, juggling, fire breathing, musical acts, hands-on pike training, magic, and birds of prey are some of the many activities you can enjoy.
There's always something happening in the lanes and on our stages.
From the legions of ancient Rome to the colorful mercenaries of the Holy Roman Empire and beyond, history awaits. Our reenactors look forward to explaining life throughout the ages.
Visit our Grove of Heroes and learn how weapons developed and what maneuvers carry forward to today's soldiers.
Discover what foods were eaten, how medicine and clothes developed, and what people did for fun.