By invitation of their Excellencies Baron Brynjólfr Brandsson and Baroness Dyrfinna Drengsdottir of Gyldenholt, we bid ye gather with us when the sun reaches its zenith and the days stretch long over our golden groves for this grand day where the flames of the forge meet the fire of the soul at the Tournament of the Sun: A Festival of Fire and Spice.  

Gather round, ye fighters of flame and artisans of pungent root.  A call to glory rings out, bidding the bold to bring forth their finest, for the fervor of competition beckons.  

Their Excellencies will seek Champions in the following categories:

• Combat: Armored, Rapier, Cut & Thrust, and Youth Champions

• Arts & Sciences: The Barony of Gyldenholt Annual Arts & Sciences Champion

• Bardic: The Barony of Gyldenholt Annual Bardic Champion

Awards:

• The Motley Mêlée Theatre: Best Fiery Performance

• The Paramour of Picante: Spiciest Complement on the Tourney Field

• Best Use of Spices & Herbs in an Arts & Sciences Entry: All Categories Welcome

As we are blithe on this day to celebrate all periods from Greek to Norse to Ottoman to Tudor, we bid you dress in your finest fiery attire of sun gold, bold crimson, and delicious saffron.

“I hope for dear summertime; wait - be willing in favour of me; smile, love, smile.”

        ~ Inscription on a 15th Century Saddle

SCHEDULE:

8am: Site Open

10:00am: Opening Court - at Their Majesty’s pleasure

Lists close 15 minutes after the end of Opening Court - fighting will start shortly thereafter

11:30am: Arts & Sciences competition drop-off period ends & populace voting begins

Children’s Activities Will Be Between Rounds

12pm – 1pm: Bardic Competition under the Baronial Pavilion- fighters can arrange time with Their Excellencies, as needed

1pm – 2pm: Artisan Showcase under the Arts Ramada

2pm - 3pm: Theatrical Scene Performances under the Baronial Pavilion

4pm: Closing Court - approximate time depending on combat finals

6pm: Site closes

ARTS & SCIENCES COMPETITION for the Baronial Arts & Sciences Champion.  The entries do not need to adhere to the theme of the day but it is appreciated if they do. Entries should be displayed under the Arts Ramada by 11:30am. 

BARDIC COMPETITION for the Baronial Bardic Champion.  The bardic pieces do not need to adhere to the theme of the day, but it is appreciated if they do.  Due to allotted time, we ask that the bardic pieces be no more than 3 minutes in length.

COMBAT SCENARIOS:

For Rapier and Armored Combatants:  This year, your challenge shall be…spiciest compliment on the tourney field to win the Paramour of Picante Award!  

In honor of the theme of the day, Tournament of the Sun: A Festival of Fire and Spice, a special benefit will be given to those on the tourney field when offering a compliment to an esteemed opponent.  Have your flattery and wit at the ready!

- Scenario: Single Elimination, 1 Spicy Complement = 1 Extra Life Bonus

- Spicy Compliment Bonus: 1 Per Tournament

IMPORTANT: In order to earn the Extra Life Bonus, you must issue your compliment *prior* to exiting the field following a loss.  After the bonus is received, compliments may be administered liberally at thine discretion for the remainder of the tournament. 

Youth Combat is scheduled to begin after the 4th round of Armored Fighting. A Youth Champion will be chosen based on the most honorable and chivalrous combatant.

ACTIVITIES:

The Motley Mêlée Theater Award:

Time limit: 2 minutes for 1 performer, 3 minutes for 2 performers, and a max of 5 minutes for 3 or more performers.  Performances must be PG rated and suitable to a family audience. To be performed in the Baronial Pavillion.

It is not a requirement that these scenes be drawn from period pieces but more inspired by medieval life.  Shakespeare is always welcome but you may draw from modern pieces, dramatic and humorous, such as Elizabeth, The Merchant of Venice, Men In Tights, The Court Jester, Monty Python, The Princess Bride, etc.  We only ask you to stick to the theme of the day, Tournament of the Sun: A Festival of Fire and Spice.  The award will be for Best Fiery Performance.

Best Use of an Herb or Spice Award: 

All categories are welcome!  Baroness Dyrfinna challenges the populace to have fun and play with our theme of the day by incorporating the spirit of herbs and spices into your dress, decor, or feast table for the day.  If you’ve “cooked” up something special, please bring it to Her Excellency’s attention as she makes her progress.  As Her Excellency will be selecting the winner, please refrain from using ginger or jasmine in any submission due to allergy.

Herbal Craft Activity:

Our Baroness Dyrfinna graciously invites the populace to join her for a craft activity of card making with elements of period spices, plants, and flowers.  Please join us under the Arts Ramada for this lovely activity, children are most welcome!

Arts & Sciences Competition and Display:

Please set up your item(s) for display at one of the tables under the Arts Ramada by 11:30am. We will have a 1 hour artisan showcase from 1pm to 2pm. All artisans are asked to participate by coming to the Arts Pavilion and stand with their art and discuss. 

Arts entries can also include what you are wearing for the day or heraldic/decorative display at your pavilion, if it fits the theme, Tournament of the Sun: A Festival of Fire and Spice. If this is the case for your entry, please provide a paper with at least your name, a description of your entry (and ideally a photo of said entry) at the display table during the competition and, if possible, be present for the artisan showcase. Please note, Arts & Sciences entries do not need to follow the theme of the day.  The entries do not require documentation, but it is encouraged. 

MERCHANTS:

Merchants are welcome however, you must provide for your own city license and insurance. Please contact the Stewards in advance to let us know you are coming. 

EVENT REGISTRATION:

Adult Event Registration: $25. Adult Member Discount Event Registration: $15. Children 17 and under are guests of the Barony. Cash and checks accepted at the gate. Please make checks payable to “SCA Inc./Barony of Gyldenholt”.

Please Note: This is a dry site.

PARKING: Parking at the park is limited, please unload and then park at Pioneer Middle School. 

EVENT STEWARDS: Madame Cyrana Chardon d’Argent & Baroness Ceridwen Killian

EVENT EMAIL: anniversary.event@gyldenholt.sca-caid.org

DIRECTIONS:

From the North – Take your best route to I-5 South. Exit 101A Tustin Ranch Rd. and turn left. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn left onto Pioneer Way. Turn right onto Pioneer Rd. The park entrance will be on the left.

From the South – Take your best route to I-5 North. Exit 101A Tustin Ranch Rd. and turn left. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn left onto Pioneer Way. Turn right onto Pioneer Rd. The park entrance will be on the left.

CastleNorth Grand Prize Tournament – Swords, Spears and Sausages!
 
Where: Ahuimanu Community Park (Next door to the Ahuimanu Elementary School) 47-450 Hui Aeko Place, Kaneohe, HI 96744
When: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Site fee: $0 (There is no registration cost for this event.) *Entrants to the lyst must bring a prize for the prize table.
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Greetings Western Seas! Sharpen your steel, loosen your belt, and let the games begin!  Join the populace of Western Seas as we celebrate the spirit of the harvest in the heat of the summer!  It’s time to dust off your lederhosen and braid your hair!  Its CastleNorth’s Octoberfest in June!  Where long swords and tasty sausages clash in epic combat!  Whether you’re hungry for glory on the list field or just hungry for a bratwurst, we’ll see you at the gates of CastleNorth!"
 
Event Schedule:
9:00 a.m. Welcome!
Court - At Their Excellency’s discretion
12:00 p.m. (or there-a-bouts) Tournament begins
4:00 p.m. Closing Court
6:00 p.m. Site closes

*Admission to the lysts: All combatants that wish to enter the lysts must bring prize for the prize table. It does not have to be expensive or extravagant. Think of your fellow fighters and what they can use or need (i.e. Anything from a roll of duct tape, book or an elbow cop). All items are welcome.
 
The CastleNorth Grand Champion will be determined by the number of points accrued by each fighter at the end of the day’s events. The fighter with the most points will be awarded the mantle of CastleNorth Grand Champion. The best fighter for 2000 miles around!
 
Contests (All contests will be rattan/hard suit. We will make accommodations for HEMA where available*):
Double elimination Great sword/Two-handed sword Tournament
·      1 point per round won
Double Elimination Pole axe/Glave/Naginata Tournament
·      1 point per round won
Double Elimination Spear Tournament
·      1 point per round won
 
Directions to the site:
From H-3 take exit 9 to merge onto HI-63 N/Likelike Hwy toward Kaneohe and take the HI-83/Kahekili Hwy ramp then merge onto HI-83 W (signs for Kahekilli Hwy). Turn left onto Hui Iwa street then left again on to Hui Aeko street then left again on to Hui Aeko place. The field is on the left side at the end of the street.
 
From The Pali Highway (Route 61) going toward the Windward side, turn left onto Kamehameha Hwy (Castle Junction) and go North and turn left at Likelike Hwy then make a right onto Kahekili Hwy then turn left onto Hui Iwa street then left again on to Hui Aeko street then left again on to Hui Aeko place. The field is on the left side at the end of the street.
 
Event Steward: Master Sir Marco Valerio di Bartolomeo (Marco DiBartolomeo), Direct contact: 808-778-2792 or email at dibartolomarco@hawaiiantel.net
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Come out and help Nordwache breathe life into All Things European Legends and Folk
Tales! Join us in a shady park where you can be part of your own tale. Will you find the Holy Grail? Will you tame the unicorn? Can you oust the werewolf cloaked in their human skin? All this and more when you join us this June in Hanford at Freedom Park!

SCHEDULE:
10am: Site and Gate opens
10:30am: Opening court (or at Their Excellency’s pleasure)
After Court: Begin the day’s activities
4pm: Tear-down
5pm: Site closes

EVENT REGISTRATION: Adult Event Registration: $15. Adult Member Discount Event
Registration: $5. Children 17 and under are guests of the barony. Cash or Checks accepted at the gate. Make checks payable to: “SCA, Inc./Barony of Nordwache”.

A&S/BARDIC COMPETITIONS: In keeping with the Barony’s Arts and Sciences traditions, there will be displays and judging of people’s entries for the following categories. 
The themes are:
Adult Arts: Look, it has pockets!
Either produce an item that would benefit from having a pocket (don’t you love a dress
with pockets or a secret pocket in a jacket?!) or produce a pocket sized item (dice, rings, prayer book, needle case)
Youth Arts: Look, it has pockets!
Same as Adults
Cooking: Food as Medicine
Items that cross the line between food and medicine (tonics syrups, humors science, etc)
Bardic entries: Fun with Filks
Take a known melody and make the lyrics something SCA adjacent.
Brewing: Food as Medicine
Same as cooking.

LUNCH: Fundraiser lunch will be provided on site for $10 per person.

SITE RESTRICTIONS: This is a DRY site.

EVENT STEWARD: Yamazaki no Tatsu'aki
EVENT EMAIL: seneschal.officer@nordwache.sca-caid.org

DIRECTIONS:
From the south: Head north on Highway 99 to Highway 198 and head west to Hanford. Take the exit for highway 43, and head north to Grangeville Blvd. Turn West (left) on Grangeville to 9 and 1⁄4 Ave. Turn Right (North) The park will be on the left.
From the north: Head south on Highway 99 to Highway 43 and head south to Hanford. Turn West (right) on Grangeville to 9 and 1⁄4 Ave. Turn Right (North) The park will be on the left.
Google Maps is your friend!

The Barony of the Gyldenholt invites the populace of Caid and all the Known World to celebrate the final court of Their Royal Majesties, Wilhelm and Lorissa, and the ascension of Their Royal Highnesses, Liam and Fara.

Come and enjoy the pageantry of the day, as Caid brings its festive splendor to mark the closing of one reign and the beginning of another! 

SCHEDULE:

8:30am - Site opens

10am - Opening Court (or at Their Majesties’ pleasure).

Noon(ish) – Lunch Break - there are many places around the area if you are unable to bring your lunch 

1pm – Court resumes

5pm(ish) – Court concludes

The revel will be served shortly after court business is finished for the day

9pm - Site closes

EVENT REGISTRATION: Adult Event Registration: $35. Adult Member Discount Event Registration: $25. Guests under 17 years of age (when accompanied by an adult) are guests for the day. Cash, checks, and credit cards will be accepted at the gate. Make checks payable to "SCA Inc./Barony of the Gyldenholt".

Evening Revel: In a desire to honor the past, Their Highnesses have asked to hold an evening revel. The cost of the revel is included with the event registration. There will be   hors d'oeuvres available. Lemonade, water and Sekanjabin will be available. Sekanjabin is being provided by the kingdom’s Right Noble Brewers Guild. There will not be any need to bring feat gear, plates and utensils will be provided.  

On site Arts activities: On site there will be a variety of arts activities. The theme for the activities will be, who inspires you? You can create a small embroidered piece, a book mark, or poem/story that expresses the ideals of the person or persons that inspires you. Please pick up your activity during the day and if possible have it completed by 3pm. At 3 pm, items will be displayed for all to see the creativity of the kingdom. After the Revel you may choose to keep your item or present it to the person who inspires you.

The embroidery kit will include a hoop (please return hoop at end of day), thread choice, needle and fabric. As well as an index card if you wish to write up a little bit about the item and person.

Bookmark - a blank bookmark will be available as well as pencils, colored pencils, and markers. As well as an index card if you wish to write up a little bit about the item and person.

Poem/Story - a piece of paper will be provided for your final piece. As well as an index card if you wish to write up a little bit about the item and person.

DIRTY DOZEN DONATION: We are pleased to announce that there will be a Dirty Dozen Donations. If you have a craft, skill, art, or science, please consider entering the Dirty Dozen Competition.

What is the Dirty Dozen?

It is a chance for artisans and scientists of all kinds to contribute by donating 12 items. These items do not all need to be the same. For example: if you embroider and make candles, you can contribute some of each, as long as the total adds up to a dozen. Their Highnesses—soon to be Majesties—will select an overall winner (though truly, by entering, you have already won through your generosity!). The overall winner will be allowed to take one item from every entry. 

All who participate will then be able to choose one item total from the pool of entries. All remaining items will be used at Their Majesties’ discretion in support of the Kingdom. There is not a theme, but please make certain to include a label with your information. The contest will be at Coronation on 07/11/2026 in the fair Barony of Gyldenholt and so will I! If you have questions, please feel free to reach out to Lady Kutiba.

PPF - Ottoman Feast Silent Auction

Perfectly/Plausibly Period Feast (PPF) Ottoman is holding a silent auction for the feast's beautifully hand-painted Ottoman dining plates. These plates are recreations of extant period designs, painted by our very own artisans here in Caid, and will be waiting to go home to buyers after the PPF event. This is your opportunity to bid on taking home one of the feast plates for yourself, even if you are unable to attend PPF. Winners who are attending the PPF event can take their plate home immediately after the event, and the PPF organizers will arrange for delivery to winners who are not attending PPF. For a sneak peek at the different designs that will be available for auction, keep an eye on the PPF website, where photos will be posted as the plates are created: https://ppf-caid.org/fundraising/ 

EVENT STEWARD: THL Nathi macLachtnain

EVENT EMAIL: coronation.event@gyldenholt.sca-caid.org 

CO-STEWARDS: Padrona Morgana Ferrari di Velletri and Duchess Stæina Halfdanardottir

Directions to the event: Anaheim United Methodist Church is in the City of Anaheim. To reach the church, take the Santa Ana Freeway (#5) to the State College off-ramp, towards The City Dr. Turn right on N. State College Blvd. The church will be on the right-hand side. Or take the Garden Grove Freeway (#22) to The City Dr off-ramp. Turn left on The City Dr. The City Dr becomes N. State College Blvd. The Church Will be on the right-hand side.

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/JpHsn1fP4cK2

Disclaimer: Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events. By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks. You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.

The Barony of Gyldenholt invites you to join them in celebrating Her Majesty. All combatants vie for the honor of being her Armored, Rapier, Youth Combat and Youth Rapier champions. 

SCHEDULE:

7:00am - Site set up

8:00am - General set up

9:00am - Lists open

10:00am - Opening Court (at TRM pleasure) followed by the Tournament

4:00pm - Closing Court and site clean up

EVENT REGISTRATION: $25 for Adults, or $15 with the Adult Member Discount. Children 17 and under are guests of the day, but parents must still sign the minor waiver form or present a valid membership card. Please bring cash, check, or card. Make checks payable to “SCA, Inc. Barony of Gyldenholt.”

SITE INFORMATION/RESTRICTIONS: This is a dry site. Please take all of your trash off site.

If you wish to reserve eric space, please make sure to contact the stewards.

 EVENT STEWARD: THL Nathi macLachtnain

EVENT EMAIL: qc.event@gyldenholt.sca-caid.org 

CO-STEWARDS: Padrona Morgana Ferrari di Velletri and Duchess Stæina Halfdanardottir

DIRECTIONS:

From the North - Take your best route to I-5 South. Exit 101A Tustin Ranch Rd. and turn left. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn left onto Pioneer Way. Turn right onto Pioneer Rd. The park entrance will be on the left.

From the South - Take your best route to I-5 North. Exit 101A Tustin Ranch Rd. and turn left. Go approximately 2.5 miles and turn left onto Pioneer Way. Turn right onto Pioneer Rd. The park entrance will be on the left. 

The Barony of Dreiburgen extends a joyous invitation to all for a wondrous day of Arts and Sciences! Under the patronage of Their Excellencies, Ramvoldus and Kungund, there will be a grand competition to determine the Dreiburgen Arts and Sciences Champion, as well as a People's Choice. Marvel at mesmerizing displays of creativity and enjoy immersive classes on a variety of topics, where you can expand your skills or learn a new art! We eagerly await your presence and hope to see you there!

SCHEDULE:
8:00am Set-up
9:00am Site opens to the Populace
12:00pm to 1:00pm Lunch Break
3:00pm Closing Court
4:00pm Event ends. Clean-up follows; off site by 5pm

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Adult Event Registration: $30. Adult Member Discount Event Registration: $20. Children 17 and under are guests of the barony. Cash and checks made payable to “SCA, Inc./Barony of Dreiburgen” will be accepted at gate.

DREIBURGEN SUMMER ARTS & SCIENCES CHAMPION COMPETITION ON 7/18/2026: Baron Ramvoldus has created 4 distinct riddles. To enter the competition, answer these riddles with your art!
Riddle 1: More things shimmer than silver and gold, what does darkness fear and make thee bold?
Riddle 2: A stalwart guard, I protect the most precious tool. I greet you first with warm
embrace, then I see you off to find your grace. I am with you always in station and task.
Riddle 3: No steel, no word nor fletch or fin. My point will drive deep into your heart without piercing skin.
Riddle 4: Whatever your art form, let it ring true. The only one who can answer this one is you!
You may submit an arts entry for as many of the riddles as you like. To enter the Baronial Arts Championship, you must submit an arts entry to at least 3 of the 4 riddles. Entries must have been created within the last year. Documentation is appreciated and may give your entry an impressive edge, but it is not required.
There will be 6 winners, each receiving a beautiful, unique prize. Each riddle will have a winner, the Baronial Arts Champion will be chosen from those individuals who answer at least 3 of the 4 riddles with their arts entries, and Populace Choice.
To reserve space for competition or display of your latest art, please complete the form via this link:  https://forms.gle/Bx7D2eEFmC7reyDGA

CLASSES AND DEMOS FOR DREIBURGEN SUMMER ARTS 7/18/2026: For those wishing to impart their skills through teaching, we warmly welcome your class proposal via this link: https://forms.gle/1Rn4FTbKdMJYFV897
The deadline for class submissions is Sunday, July 5th.

SITE INFORMATION & RESTRICTIONS: No open flames. No smoking on the property.

LUNCH: No lunch will be provided. We will have a list of local places to eat. You can bring your own food and drink.

EVENT STEWARDS: Lady Esa Cowper and Baroness Tyne MacPhersone
EVENT EMAIL: artsandsciences.officer@dreiburgen.sca-caid.org

DIRECTIONS:
From the North: I-15 S to I-10 E, take exit 79 toward Orange St/CA-38/Downtown Redlands, turn right onto Eureka St, turn left onto W Vine St, turn right onto S 4th St, turn left into parking area.
From the South: I-15 N to the I-10 E, take exit 79 toward Orange St/CA-38/Downtown Redlands, turn right onto Eureka St, turn left onto W Vine St, turn right onto S 4th St, turn left into parking area.
From the West: I-10 E, take exit 79 toward Orange St/CA-38/Downtown Redlands, turn right onto Eureka St, turn left onto W Vine St, turn right onto S 4th St, turn left into parking area.
From the East: I-10 W, take exit 80 for Cypress Avenue, turn left onto E Cypress Ave, turn right onto Cajon St, turn left onto W Olive Ave, turn right at the 1st cross street onto S 4th St, turn right into parking area.

The Barony of Altavia Invites all archers of CAID to come and compete for the
honor of being Her Royal Majesty’s Champion for Open Handbow, Period Handbow, and
Crossbow!
The formats for the day will be updated prior to the event.
Thrown Weapons will not be happening at this event.

Schedule:
8:00 a.m – Site opens
9:00am – Practice and list signup
10:00am – Opening Court
After Court Lists close and Competitions begin
4:00pm – Closing Court
5:00pm – Site Closes

Cost: $0!
There is no Registration cost for this event. Donations are welcome.

Site Information & Restrictions:
Woodley Park is at 6350 Woodley Ave., Van Nuys, CA 91406 in the Sepulveda Dance Basin recreation area between Burbank Boulevard and Victory Boulevard. This is a dry site. Projectiles and alcohol do not mix. Extra long stakes are needed when putting up pavilions or pop-ups. As a reminder, no pets are allowed inside of the range. Children are welcome, but must be supervised at all times by parents or guardians.

Merchant Information:
Merchants are allowed within the confines of the range. Please contact the Stewards for
merchant information and reservations.

Event Stewards: THL Merlin Wynn
Email: consorts-archery@altavia.sca-caid.org

Directions: Woodley Park is bordered by Victory Blvd. on the North and Burbank Blvd. on the South. The site is west of the 405 Fwy.

From the South: 405 Fwy North to Burbank Blvd exit. Go west on Burbank, turn right onto Woodley Ave. Head North, turn right on the road leading to the Japanese Gar-den. With the Japanese Garden on your left, head past the cricket field on your left. At the small traffic circle, veer to the right and head 3/4 of the way around the circle and exit to the north. The archery range is up the hill.

From the East: 101 Fwy North (which is actually heading west), transition to the 405 Fwy North, then follow the directions above.

From the North: 405 Fwy South. Go south to Victory Blvd., turn right (west) onto Victory Blvd., then West to Woodley Ave. Turn left onto Woodley Ave and left at the road leading to the Japanese Garden. Follow the directions above.

COVID Disclaimer:
Although the SCA complies with all applicable laws to ensure the health and safety of our event participants, we cannot eliminate the risk of exposure to infectious diseases during in-person events. By participating in the in-person events of the SCA, you acknowledge and accept the potential risks. You agree to take any additional steps to protect your own health and safety and those under your control as you believe to be necessary.