Introducing the fourth edition of Mortfest! This year, we will partially focus on the history and culture of the Scottish Highlands, with some workshops, lectures and entertainment focusing on the subject. 2026 will be the Year of the Highlander! What to expect? - More than 10 workshops & 4 lectures, given by the finest instructors […]
Welcome to Midsommar Slam! Two full days of competition in Rapier, Longsword, Dagger, and Messer. We will also be hosting a series of workshops ranging from more traditional HEMA Offerings such as Longsword and Sword & Buckler as well as Japanese Sword Arts and a group fighting/small unit tactics workshop by our friends at Ninheim […]
This fall, we're excited to welcome you back for the second edition of the Steel’s Edge Tournament, hosted by the Belgrade Fencing Academy! After a fantastic first year, we're once again bringing everyone together for a weekend of exciting bouts, sharp sportsmanship, and edgy moments. Join us on October 10–11, 2026. at Stari DIF, Deligradska […]
Let's turn it up to eleven! Another edition of the magnificent Rapier Vienna is coming up this summer from 10.07. - 12.07. A long weekend packed with workshops and lectures, and the "Qaudrangulo di Ferro" Fun-Tournament (©FISAS) See all the details on our website: www.rapiervienna.at.
Sword Fight VIII, Australian fencing at its best. The Gold Coast, Australia at its best! The premier Gold Coast HEMA tournament is back in action! Housed in the beautiful scenic rim of the Gold Coast Hinterland, we are taking historical fencing to the highlands. This two day event will showcase some of Australia's best fencers […]
The International Rapier Seminar is an annual event dedicated to celebrating Historical European Martial Arts and the elegant (and deadly!) art of rapier fencing ⚔️ Each year, the seminar is hosted by a different club somewhere in Europe. In 2026, the honour goes to The School of the Sword Oxford, who will be welcoming you […]
Bring out your silliest swords and messiest moves! Silly Goose Swords is hosting Flock of Fools I, a two day Sabre & Rapier event hosted in Wellington, NZ. Day one will first feature a right of way Sabre tournament inspired by Scholar Victoria's ‘Ides of March’ priority system, then a thrilling Rapier tournament to close […]
A world class HEMA event for women by women.
It's time for the 11th annual Blood on the River! Ain't no party like a Plow party! Longsword, Rapier, Saber, 40+, and Mixed Weapons! Hey folks! It's time for the 11th annual Blood on the River! Same Plow party (Ain't none like it!) that you've come to expect and enjoy. As always, Labor Day weekend, […]
Join us for a weekend in Istanbul/Turkey packed with workshops, games, feud matches, and unforgettable moments! We're bringing together 6 top-level instructors from across Europe and Asia, delivering over 15 hours of workshops to share their knowledge and unique approaches to HEMA. Looking for something different? Test yourself in the "King of the Hill" game […]
We are happy to invite you to the first large HEMA tournament in Central Asia, which will take place on October 10-11 in Almaty, Kazakhstan. The tournament will have "Men. General" and "Women. General" categories. And the following categories: - Longsword: classic - Sabre - Rapier solo Loaner weapons available!
Italian Biggest Tournament Longsword, Sabre, Rapier and SIdesword. Both Open and Women categories
