Dragon Fest 2026
A flaming good day out!
Location
West Stow Anglo Saxon Village, Icklingham Road, Bury St Edmunds IP28 6HG
Telephone
01284 728718- Date
- 20th June 2026 - 21st June 2026
- Time
- 11:00am - 4:00pm
About this event
Come together with those who matter most this Father’s Day weekend for a family day of fun and unforgettable moments at Dragon Fest, on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June.
Step into a world of adventure and help Magic Floor Productions uncover the mystery of their stolen dragon eggs, enjoy the epic tale of Beowulf in a captivating live performance by Quill & Inkling, plus meet our friendly pet dragons Brym and Snarl Junior!
The flaming good day out also includes...
Graedig, the big greedy dragon, brought to life alongside hilarious comedy sketches
The incredible world of 'Prehistoric Beasts', where you can come face-to-face with Teddy the T-Rex
Getting hands-on with exciting circus workshops
Amazing bubble shows
A moment to unwind with our wellbeing practitioners
And when it’s time to refuel, enjoy a fantastic selection of food, drink, and ice cream stalls - there’s something for everyone.
Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 June
Times: 11am-4pm
Advance Tickets
Adult £13, Child 7-15 years old £11, Young Child 3-6 years old £8, Babies & Toddlers 0-2 years old go free
On the Day Price:
Adult £18, child 7-15 years old £16, young child 3-6 years old £13, Babies & Toddlers 0-2 years old go free
Extra Info:
Free Parking included in your ticket!
By booking in advance, you save £5 per person!
Suitable for ages 3 years+, all children must be accompanied by an adult
Please remember hats and sun cream as there is very little natural shade
Under 3s attend for free, but need a ticket - please include them in your adult ticket selection
About the Venue
One of England's great archaeological sites, West Stow has extensive indoor galleries and a stunning recreation of an Anglo-Saxon village surrounded by unspoilt countryside.
West Stow Country Park features 125 acres of woods, heathlands, a river and a lake, plus nature trails, walks and an adventure playground.
Visitors to West Stow can explore history and nature, watch a film, dress up as an Anglo-Saxon or say hello to the rare breed pigs and chickens.
As part of the annual RingQuest event, you could even meet a Hobbit, among other Lord of the Rings characters!
West Stow regularly hold living history and event days, workshops, walks and talks, these sites and their events bring history to life.
