Steel, Sparkle, and Hooves: A Day at Medieval Farm Fest and Unicorn Day!

ZEBULON EVENTS FIELD GUIDE

Steel, Sparkle, and Hooves: A Day at Medieval Farm Fest and Unicorn Day!

A daylong festival at The Feathered Farm in Zebulon combining sword-fighting demonstrations and classes, belly-dance and fire performances, artisan craft demos, fairy-hair and photos with a live unicorn — this guide clarifies the schedule, activities, and what to bring.

Steel, Sparkle, and Hooves: A Day at Medieval Farm Fest and Unicorn Day!.

Duration
Contact operator
Location
Zebulon
Operator
The Feathered Farm
Category
Events
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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At The Feathered Farm in Zebulon, Medieval Farm Fest and Unicorn Day! compresses theater, hands‑on craft, and family‑friendly spectacle into a single, energetic day. Expect scheduled sword‑fighting demonstrations and classes, belly‑dance and fire performances, live music, pottery and wood‑burning demonstrations, fairy hair sparkles, merchants, food trucks, friendly farm animals and opportunities for photos with a live unicorn.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

PERFORMANCES

Sword, Dance and Fire — A Rolling Program of Spectacle

Demonstrations and classes run through the day, from spear and sword classes to staged sword‑fighting exhibitions, interleaved with belly‑dance sets and a fire dance performance that punctuates the afternoon.

CRAFTS & MAKING

Artisans, Pottery and Wood Burning

Pottery demonstrations and artisans displaying crafts are active throughout the day, offering live demonstrations and chances to see makers at work among the festival stalls.

FAMILY & FUN

Unicorn Photos, Fairy Hair and Food

The festival layers interactive attractions—fairy hair sparkles, photos with a live unicorn, friendly farm animals and multiple food and beverage vendors—creating a full day of family‑oriented activities.

What the day feels like

What the Day Feels Like

The event unfolds as a sequence of discrete spectacles and recurring attractions: morning classes and demonstrations segue into midday performances and ongoing artisan demos, while vendor rows and animal encounters provide continuous activity. Photo periods with the live unicorn recur at set blocks, making the day a blend of scheduled highlights and roaming discovery.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this event suits — and practical limits.

1
Active FamiliesWell suited: continuous animal encounters, artisan demonstrations and family‑friendly performances make this a good day out for children and adults, provided families follow event rules on food, animals and footwear.
2
Costume EnthusiastsWell suited: period‑themed costumes are encouraged, though attendees should avoid scary or overly revealing outfits to keep the event family friendly.
3
Hands‑On LearnersWell suited: multiple hands‑on class offerings (spear, staff, sword & buckler) and artisan demos provide instructional opportunities across skill levels.
4
Visitors with Pets or SmokersNot ideal: no outside food or beverages, no smoking and no animals are allowed except ADA‑qualified service dogs, so plan accordingly.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Meeting & Location

The festival takes place at The Feathered Farm, 3620 Rosinburg Rd, Zebulon; refer to operator information for arrival details.

What to Bring

Period‑themed costumes are encouraged (please avoid anything scary); bring a favorite lawn chair if you prefer your own seating, though the venue will provide plenty of seats.

Footwear & Restrictions

Wear closed‑toe shoes. No outside food or beverages are permitted (performers exempt), no guns, and no smoking; only ADA‑qualified service dogs are allowed on site.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

Does everyone need a ticket to attend?

Yes — every attendee needs a ticket, and an online waiver must be completed for each person attending.

Is an online waiver required?

Yes. Please complete an online waiver for each person attending.

Can I dress in costume?

Yes; costumes are encouraged, but remember this is a family‑friendly event so avoid anything too scary or too revealing.

Are there costume restrictions?

Costumes should be family friendly — nothing too scary and nothing too revealing.

Is the event family friendly?

Yes. The event is explicitly family friendly, and costume guidance reflects that focus.