About Easter Spectacular Burgk Castle Freital
24th Easter Spectaculum at Burgk Castle in Freital 2026 – Medieval Easter Festival near Dresden in Saxony
Every year, crowds flock to the venerable Burgk Castle in Freital. From 4 to 6 April 2026, the popular Medieval Easter Spectaculum will take place for the 24th time – from Easter Saturday to Easter Monday. In the picturesque castle grounds near Dresden, Saxony, visitors can look forward to a three-day festival for the whole family.
Colourful market bustle at Burgk Castle
Around 100 participants with approximately 80 stalls and tents will transform the castle grounds into a lively medieval market square. Craftsmen will demonstrate their skills – from blacksmiths and potters to woodcarvers, rope makers and weavers. Numerous traders will offer garments, jewellery, leather goods, drinking horns and all kinds of curiosities for sale.
Entertainment and children's programme
Minstrels, jugglers and rowdy knights provide excellent entertainment. The spectacular knight fights with armour and swords are a highlight for young and old alike. In the knights' camp behind the castle, visitors can experience authentic 13th-century camp life. For children, there is a hand-cranked carousel, rat throwing, stone slingshot shooting, crafts and the "Burgkania" adventure playground. All hands-on activities for children are free of charge.
Opening hours and admission
The Spectaculum is open on all three days from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The weekend ticket costs £15 for adults and £10 for concessions. Day tickets: £12 regular, £8 concessions. Children above sword height pay £5, children below sword height have free admission.
How to get there
Burgk Castle is located at Burgk 4, 01705 Freital, Saxony. You can get there by taking the S3 S-Bahn to Freital-Deuben and then continuing on bus 166. Free parking is available on Burgker Straße.
