MEDIA RELEASE
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21 May 2018
People in their tens of thousands flooded into Nurragingy
Reserve over the weekend for Blacktown City Council’s
annual Medieval Fayre.
“Blacktown’s first Medieval Fayre was held in 2005 and
attracted 5,000 people over two days,” Blacktown City Mayor
Stephen Bali MP said.
“This year, 70,000 turned out for this free, two day
extravaganza.
“The Fayre showcased all things medieval, including combat
displays, live musicians, colourful pavilions and a working
blacksmiths hut.
“The International Jousting Competition was once again the
highlight of the event, with riders from Australia, Poland and
New Zealand all seeking to claim the prestigious title,” said
Mayor Bali.
“It was thrilling to watch fully armoured knights on horseback
thundering towards each other with their lances aimed high,
attempting to unseat each other.”
The Fayre featured the inaugural medieval banquet, which
also proved to be a big hit.
“Everyone was dressed in medieval gear and ready to take
part in the festivities as we filled our goblets and watched
sword fights, dancers and fire performers put on a
spectacular show,” Mayor Bali said.
The Medieval Fayre is just the start of the 2018 Blacktown
City Festival.
The week-long celebration continues with a range of events
For more information including dates and times or to view the
full program, visit the Blacktown City Festival website at 
www.blacktown.nsw.gov.au/
6000.
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