Midrealm Spring Coronation 2026
Schedule
Sat May 02 2026 at 09:00 am to 09:00 pm
UTC-04:00Location
Old Bethel United Methodist Church | Indianapolis, IN
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Join the Barony of Sternfeld to celebrate the Coronation of Louis II and Sadb II on May 2nd, 2026! In addition to morning and evening court, we will have:
* A Great Bardic Gathering throughout the day - a large dedicated room near the entrance and the populace area to share your songs and stories, contact Liadan Liathan (Brenda Sutton) for more information
* Feast for Spring planned and stewarded by Vladimir Igorevich (Christopher Pawley) -- more information below!
*Craftsperson's Green and classes, headed by Raziya al-Zarqa and Thora Brandsdottir (Kim Garnett and Mika Thomasson)
* All day Open lists for Rapier and Rattan (weather permitting). Seek out the fights you want. Teach a small class. Authorize in a new weapon (more information below)
* Merchant space available
* Lunch will be available for purchase, provided by SALT
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COST
Adults - $30 ($10 member discount)
Youth ages 6-12 - $10
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BASIC SCHEDULE (subject to change)
8am - Site opens to staff
9am - Gate opens
10am or at the pleasure of the Crown - Morning Court
12pm - Peerage Meeting (Order of the Mark) in the Sanctuary
3pm - Peerage Meeting (Order of the Pelican) in the Sanctuary
12pm- 4pm - A&S area, Bardic gathering, and Rapier and Rattan fields open
5pm - Evening Court
Post-Court - Feast
SITE INFORMATION
This event is happening on the east side of Indianapolis, located very close to the intersection of I-70 and I-465, at the Old Bethel United Methodist Church. The site is wheelchair/mobility device accessible. If you have any questions about accessibility, please contact meadhbhramsay(at)gmail(dot)com.
There is ample parking onsite.
Weather permitting, rapier and rattan combat will be available outside in the field adjoining the church.
There is also a small playground on site, which is available for our use. Children must be accompanied by parent, guardian, or designated adult.
Pets are not permitted inside the church.
A site map will be available before the event.
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LOCAL INFORMATION
Hotels --
If you're looking for a hotel for this event, choose carefully. There are several nearby, each with varying online reviews. We have first-hand reports that the Marriott East at 7202 E. 21st St. (https://tinyurl.com/MarriottCoronation) and the Sleep Inn at 2311 N. Shadeland Ave. (https://tinyurl.com/SleepInnCoronation) are both comfortable and satisfactory.
Alternate Food --
There are a variety of restaurants available within 1-2 miles of site, including fast food and sit down restaurants (e.g. Texas Roadhouse, Olive Garden, Wings Etc.)
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Where is it happening?
Old Bethel United Methodist Church, 2030 N Franklin Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46219-28ND, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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