What Awaits You
13 themed areas, live music, parades and guests across two days in the castle gardens.
Where does this come from? The descriptions are taken straight from Elfia’s programme API, unedited. That API’s area list does not match the map — it holds superseded names and misses areas — so the map is the spine here and the leftovers are listed separately. This is not an official Elfia publication.
The areas
The 13 numbered themed areas on the official map, in the order they are numbered.
Border to Fantasy
On the map; the organisers have not given it a description yet.
Elfia Academy
Every masterpiece begins with a single idea. At Fable Forge, imagination becomes reality. Explore a wide variety of interactive workshops where you can learn, create, and discover the crafts that bring fantasy worlds to life.
Iron Fjord
The tide waits for no one... neither should you. Sturdy longships, fearless explorers, and the spirit of adventure come together where every journey begins.
Odin's Vale
Mind the runes... some are older than the stories themselves. Odin's Vale is a place where forgotten myths awaken, ancient customs endure, and every visitor becomes part of the legend.
La Piazza Dei Sogni
Behind the striped canvas of Giostra Fortunia lies a world where the extraordinary feels effortless.
Bard's Theater
From whispered ballads to thunderous applause, Bard's Theater is where gifted performers weave music, stories, and magic into unforgettable moments.
Black Skull Bay
Keep one hand on your coin pouch... and the other on your sense of adventure. Black Skull Bay is a bustling pirate haven filled with daring rogues, lively entertainment, and enough sea shanties to have every sailor singing along.
Music Court
Dance beneath the open sky and sing along with the Kingdom. The Music Court is where unforgettable performances, festival anthems, and magical moments come together. Gather with fellow Elfians and let the music carry you from the first note to the final encore.
The Garden of Eve
The butterflies know all the best paths. Let them guide you through a garden where every corner blooms with beauty and quiet enchantment.
The Steamworks
Wear your goggles well... inspiration has a habit of flying through the air. Forgotten inventions whirr back to life as ingenious minds transform brass, steam, and boundless imagination into extraordinary creations.
Folk Faire
At Folk Faire, the music never truly stops. Discover talented folk artists, lively performances, and an atmosphere where every tune invites you to slow down, gather with friends, and lose yourself in the rhythm of the Kingdom.
The Zen Garden
Let every step bring a little more balance. A tranquil garden where graceful landscapes and peaceful moments invite quiet reflection.
Bandits Creek
A roaming acoustic act plays here all day and there is line dancing — see the line-up.
Market areas
These are not numbered areas on the map, but they do have their own stalls. Every stall is listed on Vendors.
Melody Market · 15 stalls
Some songs have a way of leading wandering souls exactly where they belong. Follow the melodies through a vibrant marketplace where artistry, imagination, and a touch of magic come together.
The Copper Quarter · 18 stalls
Leave room in your satchel... you'll need it. Every corner is filled with handcrafted marvels, extraordinary makers, and hidden treasures waiting to find their next keeper.
Viking Village · 26 stalls
A true wanderer never follows just one path...Meander through a lively village where remarkable makers, extraordinary creations, and unexpected discoveries await around every corner
Willow Way · 8 stalls
Follow the dancing leaves... they'll lead you somewhere wonderful. Beneath the willow branches, talented makers, handcrafted wonders, and a little woodland magic await.
Avalon · 8 stalls
If the mist begins to roll in... you're exactly where you should be. Wander the tranquil lakeside, where enchanting discoveries and whispers of Avalon linger in the air.
Also announced
The organisers describe these areas, but they are not on the map and have no stalls, stage or times attached. Possibly dropped, possibly still under wraps.
Merlin's Sanctum
Mind the spellbooks... they have a habit of choosing their readers. Ancient magic lingers in every corner, where remarkable discoveries and timeless mysteries await.
Wild Wild West
The saloon isn't the only place worth stopping by. Beyond swinging doors and weathered storefronts, every street holds another unexpected discovery.
The Faerie Crossing
Tread lightly... the fae are fond of unexpected guests. Cross into an enchanted realm where curious wonders, hidden treasures, and a touch of faerie mischief await beneath every leaf.
Highlights
Acts, guests and traditions featured at Elfia Arcen — 41 in total.
Elfia Temptation 18+
Step into over an hour of stylish, theatrical 18+ entertainment. Seductive, playful, artistic, and elegantly performed. Experience costumes and performances in a completely different twilight atmosphere.
Mirror, Mirror on the Ball.
Your heart begins to flutter. Where the sun disappears, masks start to shimmer in the evening. And inside the Giostra ballroom, 500 souls wait for the magic to begin.
Patty Gurdy
What if the instrument that changed your life was one you'd never even heard of?
Trouble Notes
What happens when you choose passion over certainty? The Trouble Notes are proof that one leap of faith can lead to extraordinary places.
Compagnia La Giostra
There was a time when stories weren't found in books, they were sung in bustling town squares, danced through village streets, and shared beneath the open sky.
Tribubu
From the very first beat, Tribubu takes you on a musical journey across continents.
Merulsa
Every song tells a story, and Merulsa has spent a lifetime learning how to tell them with heart.
Amsterdam Burlesque
Not everything that glitters is gold... sometimes it's feathers.
Fabius The Jester
Some secrets are better left unexplained.
Leo Garbo
The lights dim. The music begins. For a moment, the Kingdom gives way to the glittering cabarets of 1920s Berlin.
Elfia Ball DJ
Unforgettable balls begin with one simple question..."Would you like to dance?"
Milites Flagwavers
Long before words echoed across the battlefield, banners spoke for kingdoms. With every soaring flag, thunderous drumbeat, and perfectly timed flourish, Milites Flagwavers revive a centuries-old tradition that once inspired armies and united nations.
Akoestische Sfeermakers
All great duets have a beginning. This one started with "I do."
Teatro Pavana
Keep your eyes on the horizon... the giants are coming.
Idun's Apple
Every forest holds echoes of another time.
Chelseaboy
Some of the most extraordinary characters begin as a search for yourself.
FlowMies
One hoop. Countless stories.
Salem Dee
For Remco, Every Puppet Has a Soul
Bard’s D20 Adventures
Roll the giant D20, shape the adventure, and become the hero of an improvised fantasy quest brought to life with live music.
Costume Catwalk
Every hero, fae, wanderer, and mythical soul has a tale stitched into every thread.
Folkulaka
Venture where ancient songs awaken forgotten legends
Lisa Chudalla
Whispers tell of a woman who fears no blade. With every sword she swallows, the Mistress of Steel blurs the line between myth and reality.
Trine
Craft the extraordinary and make fantasy tangible. Championing the makers behind this year's finest creations...
GiulioMugs
Disguise yourself and make every glance count. Helping choose this year's most unforgettable transformations...
LevyLike
Dare to become your imagination and make it unforgettable. Meet the eye behind this year's Costume Parade.
Wheel Sensation
World Champions Laura and Boy invite you to witness a performance where gravity is merely a suggestion and wonder takes centre stage.
Celtic Constellation
From One Jam Session to Countless Dance Floors.
Airboxes
Not your ordinary accordian.
Żniwa
A Celtic harp. A Viking fiddle. A didgeridoo. What could possibly go wrong?
The Royal Seahorseriders
They travelled through time and they brought souvenirs.
Green Lads
Fiddles, flutes, electro beats… and tap dancing?!
Healing Sounds
Need to recharge your magical energy? There’s a garden waiting for you.
Electrad
Ever wondered what Breton folklore would sound like at midnight?
Perry Mulder
Perry Mulder returns to Giostra Fortunia!
Balforia
The Bal-fairies are calling...
Captain Ratcatchers
Ahoy! The hunt for Port Arctigua’s treasure begins!
Duo Sionneau - Gielen
Let the old world play.
Balfolk
Put down the sword and pick up a dance partner.
Cosplay Repair
Your costume has betrayed you and they're here to save the day.
De Lekke Ton
There’s a pirate ship on the loose…
Blackshield
Hear that? The Vikings are calling...
Elfia Academy
Workshops, talks and watch parties at the Elfia Academy.
Elfia Academy
The Kingdom of Elfia invites its Citizens to learn the ancient craft of Dragon Egg Design under the guidance of Guild Master Darja Blinova, illustrator and artist of the Kingdom.
Tales of Drach-oc: A Magical Watch Party
Screening of Drach-oc Interactive Manga for adventurers!
The Art of Transformative Makeup-GIuliomugs
Explore the art of character makeup with GiulioMugs and learn how every brushstroke can shape emotion, personality, and the story behind every face.
Lights. Camera. Confidence – Amsterdam Burlesque
Strike a pose, own the spotlight, and let your character shine. Join Amsterdam Burlesque to discover how confidence, movement, and expression can turn every photo into a show-stopping moment.
The Secrets Behind Armour Making - Trine
Discover how materials, patterning, painting, and finishing techniques come together to transform simple foam into armour worthy of any hero.
The Art of Living Sculptures - Evelien
Can a person really look like carved stone? Discover the techniques behind the illusion and learn how to bring a living statue to life.
Forever in Bloom-Bee Taxidermy - Fenna's Atelier
What if you could capture a little piece of the wild? Explore the fascinating art of preserving insects and creating miniature worlds where nature lives on.
Scoring Emotions: Behind the Elfia Score - Steven Stoffels
What does Elfia sound like? Meet Steven Stoffels, the musician behind the Drach-oc score, and uncover how music can shape a story, build atmosphere and bring emotions to life.
Drach-oc: Where Elfia Begins - Darja Blinova & Stefan Struik
A new story is taking shape in the world of Elfia. Get a first glimpse at Drach-oc and the creative minds behind it.
Plan ahead
Saturday
- Costume Parades — be seen, be remembered.
- Folk Ball — only a few get in.
- 18+ Experience — not for everyone.
Sunday
- Fandom Embassies — enter your fandom.
- Elfia Passport — prove you were here.
- Creatures at the waterfalls… and where you least expect them.
The 18+ show and the Folk Ball are hidden privileges — claim them free at Tourist Info before they vanish. Valid 18+ ID required.