⏰ 12:00 – Festival Opening & Announcement of the Special Theme
⏰ 12:00 - 12:30 – Gathering of Parade Participants at the Main Stage
⏰ 12:30 – The Grand Festival Parade Begins – open to all visitors in carnival costumes!
⏰ 12:30 - 13:00 – Festival Parade – a spectacular journey through time and cultures!
🎵 13:00 - 16:00 – Concert Program – enjoy live music, dance, and theatrical performances!
👗 16:00 - 17:00 – Costume Contest "Modern Renaissance" – showcase your creativity!
🎭 17:15 - 17:30 – Special Non-Competitive Category "Masquerade" – unique and fantasy-inspired characters!
🏆 18:00 - 18:30 – Costume Contest Awards Ceremony
🎶 18:30 - 20:00 – Concert Program – more performances, surprises, and celebration!
👑 20:00 – Count of May Coronation & Selection of the Countess of May – who will be crowned this year’s festival legend?
🎶 20:15 - 21:30 – Concert Program – magical night performances and festive vibes!
🔥 21:30 – Fire Show – a breathtaking finale that will mesmerize the audience!
🕺💃 22:30 - 23:00 – 80s & 90s Party for Everyone! – nostalgic hits and electrifying energy!
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MAIN STAGE – A CELEBRATION OF CULTURES & CREATIVITY! 🎶✨

The Count of May Festival brings together a dazzling variety of cultures and artistic expressions. Our program blends the beauty of medieval traditions with the energy of modern creativity, offering performances that span across eras and continents!
🌍 Throughout the day, enjoy a rich and diverse lineup, including:
🎶 Latvian folk dances & Italian opera
💃 Irish riverdance, German, Georgian, and Romani dances
🎤 Songs in Latvian, English, Chinese, Russian, Hungarian, and Ukrainian
🎭 Circus and theatrical performances
...and so much more! From ancient melodies to contemporary rhythms, experience a spectacular showcase of tradition, talent, and imagination!
🎤💃 Are you a singer, dancer, or a representative of a national cultural diaspora?
Join us and share your art with the world! 🎶✨
Apply for the participation in stage program

GRAND FESTIVAL PARADE – JOIN THE CELEBRATION! 🏰✨

📅 Date: 17.05.2025
🕛 Time: 12:30
📍 Starting Point: Main Stage, Ziedoņdārzs
Join the Count of May and past tournament champions as we embark on a majestic festival parade! Let’s fill the streets with color, music, and medieval splendor!
🎭 Who can participate?
✨ Anyone dressed in a carnival or historical costume! Whether you’re a knight, a noble, a mythical creature, or a whimsical character – step into the magic and march with us!
🔹 No registration required – just come in costume and be part of the legend!
🏰 Be seen, be celebrated, and let the parade begin

16:00 - 17:00 | BEST COSTUME CONTEST "MODERN RENAISSANCE"

📍 Main Stage
For 15 consecutive years, the festival stage has hosted a spectacular costume contest, celebrating the most creative, elegant, and breathtaking costumes!
🎭 Who can participate?
✨ Anyone attending the festival! Whether you’re dressed in a carnival costume, fantasy attire, or a historical image, choose your category and step into the spotlight!
🏆 What awaits you?
🎁 Memorable prizes
⭐ Recognition from the jury and the audience
🎉 The chance to fully immerse yourself in the carnival spirit!
Unleash your creativity, embrace the magic, and let your costume shine on stage! ✨🏰

⚔️ TOURNAMENT ARENA – WHERE LEGENDS ARE FORGED! 🏆
🕐 13:00 - 20:00 – Step into the heart of medieval combat and witness epic battles where skill, honor, and courage decide the victor!
⚔️ Tournament "Sword of Roland 2025" – A thrilling competition for children and juniors (ages 7-17), where young warriors showcase their strength and mastery!
REGISTRATION - 13:00 - 15:00
FINAL FIGHTS - 16:30 - 17:00
AWARDS - 17:30
👑 May Count Tournament – A grand battle for honor and  a title of Count of May among skilled fighters (18+), where the strongest will claim victory!

REGISTRATION - 13:00 - 16:00
FINAL FIGHTS - 18:00 - 19:00
AWARDS - 19:30


🔥 Demonstrative Knightly Fights – Witness the fierce spectacle of professional armored knights engaging in spectacular duels, reviving the legendary spirit of medieval tournaments!
⚔️ Will you rise to the challenge? Choose your battle and prove your worth! 🏰✨

Apply for the Tournaments

Did you know that all festival locations are created by volunteers from different countries?
The Count of May Festival is a place where the world of fairy tales, creativity, and international friendship come together. All activities are designed and led by volunteers – it’s not only a chance to take part in exciting workshops and games, but also to meet amazing people from all over the world who bring this celebration to life with heart and enthusiasm.

Festival Locations [Kingdoms] and Represented Countries:

⚜️ Circus and Circus Activity Corner [House of the Dragon] – volunteers from Poland, Norway, Jordan, Palestine, Italy, Ukraine
⚜️ Medieval Tournaments [Stark] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Monster Battles [The Wall] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Quest Starting Point and Photo Zone [Lannister] – volunteers from Latvia and Croatia
⚜️ Wishing Tree [Tyrell] – volunteers from Latvia and Azerbaijan
⚜️ Medieval Dances [Tyrell] – volunteers from Estonia and Ukraine
⚜️ Costume Contest – Registration and Jury [Tyrell] – volunteers from Latvia and Cyprus
⚜️ Medieval Blacksmithing [Baratheon] – volunteers from Scotland
⚜️ Arm Wrestling [Baratheon] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Painting and Art Zone [Baratheon] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Costume Rental [Baratheon] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Information Center [Targaryen] – volunteers from Latvia and Cyprus
⚜️ Archery [Arryn] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Main Stage [Targaryen] – volunteers from Latvia and Estonia
⚜️ "Angry Birds" Activity [Tully] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ "The 5 Senses" [Braavos] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Fortune Telling and Happiness Stories [Martell] – volunteers from Latvia
⚜️ Relax Lounge Zone [Martell] – volunteers from Latvia and India
⚜️ LARP and Photo Zone [Dothraki] – volunteers from Lithuania
⚜️ Mini Zoo "Šarlote" [Dothraki] – volunteers from Latvia

Festival Territory
Welcome to the May Fair – a living medieval market where history comes to life!
🔹 Craftsmen and artisans, tailors and beekeepers, winemakers and artists, antique manuscript collectors and medieval arms dealers, blacksmiths and potters, woodworkers and culinary masters – all gathered in one place to recreate the vibrant spirit of the Middle Ages!
🛡️ At the Count of May Festival, medieval charm is everywhere! Not only in the exquisite handcrafted goods but also in the merchants themselves. Traders, artisans, performers, and even visitors – everyone steps into a historical role!
✨ Because together, we turn this festival into a living fairy tale!
📢 Merchants and artisans – join the May Count Fair! Applications are now open!

CHOOSE YOUR KINGDOM. EARN GLORY. BRING VICTORY!
Step into a world of legends and adventure with the "Kings & Dragons" quest game at the Count of May Festival! 🏆✨
📍 Explore Ziedoņdārzs through an immersive mobile quest! Using the Actionbound app, you will take on royal challenges, face mythical trials, and uncover festival secrets. But before you begin—you must pledge loyalty to a kingdom!

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🔥 YOUR MISSION:

👑 Choose your Kingdom – Will you fight for the noble rulers, the fierce warriors, or the cunning strategists?
🔹 Complete quests, solve riddles, and pass legendary trials to earn individual points
⚔️ Every victory also raises the ranking of your Kingdom – Help your realm rise to glory and claim victory over the others!
🏆 At the end of the festival, the kingdom with the highest score will be crowned the champion!

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📲 HOW TO PLAY?

✅ Download the free Actionbound app
✅ Scan the QR code and choose your kingdom
✅ Begin your adventure and prove your worth!
📢 The QR code will be activated on May 17, 2025, at 13:00!
🔥 Will your kingdom triumph? Will YOU be the hero who brings victory? Step into the legend and let the battle for honor begin! 🏰🐉