Plan Your Visit

Dates and hours

Sunset is around 4:30 pm, so Saturday evenings at the festival run after dark.

The daily schedule of jousts, battles and shows has not been published yet. See what’s at the festival.

Tickets and entry

• Adult admission $35.00 · Military or 65+ $30.00. The adult ticket is for ages 10 and older. For younger children, call (858) 864-0020.
• General Admission with the Feast ($110.00) is festival entry and a seat at the St. Nicholas Day Feast in one ticket. About the Feast.
• Buy online for your day: tickets and prices. Your order number and confirmation arrive by email; show either at the gate.
• There is no cell signal at the park. Print your confirmation or save a screenshot before you leave home.

Getting there, parking and the shuttle

El Monte County Park, 15805 El Monte Road, Lakeside, CA 92040

• General Shuttle & Parking, $10.00. Park off-site and ride the shuttle to the festival.
• Fairgrounds Premium Parking, $35.00. Limited spaces each day.
• Parking is added when you buy your tickets. It is an add-on, not admission.
• For the shuttle lot location and shuttle hours, call (858) 864-0020.

Accessibility

• Some accessible parking is available on site. Request it by emailing info@yuletidemedievalfestival.com.
• Flush toilets, portable ADA toilets and hand-wash stations are provided.
• The festival is set up on the park’s grass.
• For any accommodation you need, call (858) 864-0020 or email info@yuletidemedievalfestival.com before your visit.

Children

• There are children’s areas throughout the festival, but the festival does not supervise children. Keep them with you.
• The Kids Feast ticket ($65.00) is for children under 10.

Pets, smoking, alcohol and fireworks

• Pets are welcome. Keep your pet on a leash no longer than 6 feet. Dog waste bag stations are placed throughout the grounds.
• No smoking of any kind in the festival. The only smoking area is the lot across the street from the park entrance.
• No outside alcohol. Alcohol is served only by permitted providers.
• No fireworks.
• San Diego County park rules apply: follow rangers’ instructions and posted signs, and respect plants, trees and wildlife.

On site

• Guest Services: the information booth at the park entrance answers questions all day.
• First aid: go to the First Aid tent, or find a staff member with a radio.
• Cash: ATMs are on site. Vendors may not be able to take cards if the festival Wi-Fi goes down, so bring some cash.
• Food: turkey legs, meat pies and vegetarian options from the food vendors, plus the seated St. Nicholas Day Feast.

Refunds, weather and other questions

Rain or shine. The festival goes ahead whatever the weather, so dress for the day.

For refunds, ticket changes, or anything not answered here, call (858) 864-0020 or email info@yuletidemedievalfestival.com. You can also send us a message.

Taking part as a vendor, entertainer or guild member? The participant rules cover check-in, set-up and camping; they are not visitor rules.

Quick answers

When is the festival open?

Saturday December 5th: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday December 6th: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; Saturday December 12th: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm; Sunday December 13th: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

How much is admission?

Adult admission $35.00 · Military or 65+ $30.00. General Admission with the Feast is $110.00. Parking and the shuttle are add-ons, not admission.

Where do I park?

Parking is bought with your tickets: General Shuttle & Parking ($10.00), with shuttles from off-site parking to the festival, or Fairgrounds Premium Parking ($35.00, limited).

Is there cell service at the park?

No. El Monte County Park has no cell coverage, so save or print your ticket confirmation before you leave home, and bring some cash; ATMs are on site.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes. Pets are welcome on a leash no longer than 6 feet, and there are dog waste bag stations throughout the grounds.

What happens if it rains?

The festival is held rain or shine. Dress for the weather.

Is there accessible parking and restrooms?

Some accessible parking is available on site on request: email info@yuletidemedievalfestival.com. Flush toilets, portable ADA toilets and hand-wash stations are provided.