International Jousting Tournament 2026

From Friday 3 to Monday 6 April the museum’s impressive jousting arena will resound to the cheers of crowds and the clash of lances on armour, as knights from Poland, Portugal and the UK, battle it out in an authentic medieval jousting tournament.

There are 2 tournament shows per day starting at 11 am and 2 pm, featuring knights and horses, plus plenty of pomp and pageantry.

There'll be music and medieval-themed food on offer, plus a packed programme of talks, combat demonstrations and have-a-go activities.

It promises to be spectacular day out for all the family.

Tickets
Prices are per person. Everyone over the age of 3 requires a ticket.
Tournament tickets also include entrance to the museum.

• Silver: £12.50
  A clear view of the central tilt rail where the knights clash. Tiered concrete steps with wooden seating.
• Red: £7
  A clear view of the run-up and action but slightly further away from the central tilt rail. You get to see the knights close up as they prepare to make their advance and a great view of the run-up. Tiered plastic seats.
• Balcony: £25
  Best view of the arena. This area is reached by a steep narrow staircase. 
• Standing: £5
  Situated at the end of the tiltyard this position gives a great head-on rather than side-on view of the action. This fenced area is not accessible. The surface is uneven so sensible shoes are advised. There are no seats in this are and you cannot bring your own.
• Wheelchair users: £5
  There are 4 spaces available at each show for wheelchair/motorised scooter users. A space for the wheelchair plus one complimentary companion seat will be reserved.
• Carers: £0
  We offer free tickets to carers when accompanied by the person they are supporting, who will require a full price ticket. Only one carer ticket per full priced ticket purchased.
  Please email tickets@armouries.org.uk to apply for a free carer ticket, and include the booking reference so we can issue a ticket in the same seating area.