The Legendary “May Trainer”
May 15-18, 2026
Brandon, MB
NOTICE: Due to circumstances out of our control, this annual event has been moved to Brandon, MB for 2026. We’ll be back in full force at Valhalla Acres outside Saskatoon for 2027!
Participants can attend workshops to learn about combat and archery, as well as Dark Ages crafts and skills such as tablet weaving, dyeing, leatherworking, foraging & herbal medicine, Norse history, observe blacksmithing, and more during a weekend trainer in an informal, private rural setting.
NOTE: Space is limited. Participants MUST be a paid member of the Vatnheim Vikings Living History Society or the Markland Vikings to participate in activities. While attendance and observing is free for members, conditions and/or costs apply to actively participate in certain activities. All attendees are are expected to follow the Code of Ethics. Overnight campers are welcome, but be careful – you might not want to leave!
See berserker trailer
See combat training trailer
Write to vatnheimvikings@gmail.com for full details.
Note: This is an annual event that normally occurs on or around the May long weekend each year. And if you can’t attend this year, check back early next year for new dates!
Crafternoon at the Museum of Antiquities
We’re planning a crafternoon with the Museum of Antiquities in the Green Room at Convocation Hall on a Saturday afternoon towards the end of May! Check back soon to confirm the date!
Meet & play with the Vikings!
Living History Demos
Storytelling
Crafts & Activities for Kids & Adults
Learn ancient skills
Learn about Norse history
Information: vatnheimvikings@gmail.com
Viking Kids Camps
Summer 2026
Kids enrolled in the Viking Summer Camp at the Museum of Antiquities, University of Saskatchewan will have the privilege of participating in Living History Demonstrations, Kiddie Vike and Viking games.
For more information on Kids Camps, contact the Museum of Antiquities at:
museum_antiquities@usask.ca or (306) 966-7818
Islendigadagurinn Festival
(Icelandic Festival)
August Long Weekend, 2026
Gimli, Manitoba
The Vatnheim Vikings will again be participating in the Viking Village at the huge 130-somethingth annual Manitoba Icelandic Festival in Gimli, Manitoba! View our best displays and combat shows in all their glory!
Come visit the Viking Village while you’re there, and meet Viking Living History re-enactors from all over North America!
To Valhalla!
CULTURE DAYS – Medieval Times
October 3, 2026 (tentative date), 12-4 pm
Convocation Hall, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK
Join the Museum of Antiquities and the Vatnheim Vikings for a fun-filled day of Dark Ages and Medieval-themed activities including mock combats, crafts, games, and more! This event is free and open to all ages! (Who doesn’t love free!)
More information will be shared once available. Check back this summer for details!
*Note: Due to construction in the Bowl in 2026, this event will take place partly indoors.
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