Adult Only Events

Sat 13 Feb 2027. 19:00–22:00. Say Far vel, or farewell, to JORVIK Viking Festival 2027 with an evening of raucous fun and fantastic music from Danish band Ramashang! For two decades, Ramashang have been bringing Viking and medieval traditions to life through lively, good-humoured performances. Blending Nordic history with traditional European street music, they combine instruments such as bagpipes, hurdy-gurdy, shawms and drums with theatrical antics and plenty of energy.

Fri 12 Feb 2027. 19:00–21:00. Mead cocktails and Viking sagas? Now that's a combination worthy of the gods! Step into the Great Hall at Barley Hall for an evening of delicious drinks, Norse mythology and memorable storytelling. You may know a Mojito or an Old Fashioned, but have you ever tried a mead cocktail? Settle in as a talented skald brings tales of gods, heroes and fearsome monsters to life, with each cocktail inspired by the world of Viking sagas. It's a little like dinner and a show, with a distinctly Viking twist! Whether you're a seasoned mead enthusiast or trying it for the first time, this is your chance to discover a different side to one of the world's oldest drinks while soaking up the atmosphere of Barley Hall's stunning Great Hall. Just remember: if the mead makes you too merry, you might find yourself becoming part of the story! Raise your glass, drink and be merry. Skål! This event is kindly supported by Horns of Odin. Please note: This event is for adults aged 18 and over.

Mon 8 Feb 2027. 18:00–19:00 & 19:30–20:30. Eoforwic has fallen. Today is the day which will impact this city for the rest of time. We may not be here for long, but our legacy will stand. Step into the aftermath of Eoforwic's fall to the Great Viking Army and witness its rebirth as Jorvik. This immersive play embraces Norse mythology, celebrates the fantastical and brings the Viking world to life through larger-than-life storytelling. Follow Ubbe Rangrnason, still soaked in the blood of battle, as he arrives at a great banquet held in his honour. But in this mysterious throne room, not all is as it seems… Jorvik is a story of loss, glory, family and celebrating life while we can. Expect larger-than-life characters, songs, fights and plenty of table banging! Join us for an unforgettable adventure at the incredible Barley Hall. Will you help us find Valhalla? Please note: This event is for adults aged 18 and over.

Wed 10 Feb 2027. 19:00–21:00. Discover your new favourite drink! If there's one thing we associate with the Vikings (other than a good fight), it's mead! Join the award-winning Lancashire Mead Company for a history lesson on this honey-based drink, enjoyed from the Viking Age and throughout the Middle Ages to the present day. Uncover the cultural and historical significance of mead before sampling a variety of delicious meads, paired with tasty nibbles. All while soaking up the atmosphere of the stunning Great Hall at Barley Hall! Skål!

Thu, 11 Feb 2027. 20:00–21:30. Answer the call to adventure with It’s Your Role, a madcap Dungeons & Dragons experience coming to JORVIK Viking Festival! Fresh from performing Off-West End in London and at World's Lair alongside Oxventure and Dark Dice, this riotous night of improv and fantasy comes with a twist: one lucky audience member will be cast into the adventuring party live on stage! “A must-see for D&D fans.” — A Youngish Perspective Name NPCs (Non-Player Characters), sound magical instruments and help bring this unpredictable Viking themed adventure to life! Will you answer the call and become the hero the dice gods favour? This is an adults-only session, but we also have a family-friendly session available if you’d like to bring the younger adventurers along! Please note: This event is for adults aged 18 and over.