Plan your day
Visiting the Medieval Fair
The Medieval Fair is held at Leopard Creek Equestrian, Benoni (68 Leopard Road), about 25 minutes from central Johannesburg, on Saturday 8 August 2026 from 10:00 to 18:00. Parking is on-site and included with every ticket.
By car
Leopard Creek Equestrian is in Benoni, on the East Rand — roughly 25 minutes from central Joburg and easily reached from Ekurhuleni and Pretoria. Parking is on-site, fenced and marshal-supervised, with a lit path to the gates. Open the venue in Google Maps →
By Gautrain
Visitors on the Gautrain can ride to Rhodesfield station and take a short Uber or metered taxi to the venue.
Parking & security
Parking is included with every ticket. The lot is fenced and patrolled, and on-site security works the grounds throughout the day. A clearly-marked first-aid point sits near the Castle Gate entrance.
Accessibility
The field is level, with packed-earth and grass paths suitable for most wheelchairs and mobility aids, and an accessible viewing area reserved at the main stage. Email bookings@medievalfair.co.zaahead of the day for any specific accommodation and we'll arrange it.
What to bring
Sturdy boots for open ground, layers for the Highveld winter, sunscreen, a refillable water bottle, and cash plus a card. Picnic baskets, coolers and folding chairs are welcome. Costumes are warmly encouraged, never required.
Visiting
Getting here, answered
- Where exactly is Leopard Creek Equestrian and how do I get there?
- Leopard Creek Equestrian is in Benoni, Gauteng — about 25 minutes from central Joburg. Easiest by car (parking on-site); Gautrain visitors can take the train to Rhodesfield and an Uber from there. Detailed directions and the venue pin sit on the map section above.
- What about parking and on-site security?
- Parking is included with your ticket — secure, fenced, marshal-supervised, with a lit pathway to the gates. On-site security patrols throughout the day, and a clearly-marked first-aid tent (Medieval Medics) is stationed near the Castle Gate Entrance.
- Is the event wheelchair accessible?
- The venue is on level ground with packed-earth and grass paths suitable for most wheelchairs and mobility aids. An accessible viewing area is reserved at the main stage. If you need any specific accommodations, email us in advance and we'll arrange it.
- What should I wear and bring?
- Sturdy boots are essential — the field is open ground. Bring layers (Highveld winter days warm up quickly then cool sharply at dusk), sunscreen, and your coin or card. Costumes are warmly encouraged but never required.