Shobak Castle Festival

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MusicShobak
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsWhat makes Shobak distinctive is its
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: JOD
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Shobak Castle Festival in Shobak

Shobak Castle, a Crusader fortress built in 1115 roughly 30 kilometers north of Petra, hosts occasional theatrical reenactments organized by the Jordan Heritage Revival Company, featuring Bedouin actors performing as historical characters and combining tourism promotion with local employment. Independent sources describe summer concerts and special events at the site without confirming one consistently dated, independently branded annual Shobak Castle Festival.

Shobak Castle, built by King Baldwin I in 1115 and perched atop a hill near 1,000 meters in elevation roughly 30 kilometers north of Petra, hosts occasional cultural programming that appears to draw on a specific heritage-tourism production model rather than a single, independently confirmed annual festival with fixed dates.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

What makes Shobak distinctive is its heritage-tourism production model: rather than passive sightseeing, the Jordan Heritage Revival Company stages reenactments using local Bedouin actors and military retirees, blending historical storytelling with genuine community employment

02

The mystery stays covered

The castle's 2,000-year-old baptistry, remarkably preserved despite regional earthquakes, and ongoing University of Florence-led restoration give it real archaeological substance beyond any staged programming, meaning visitors get value from a visit regardless of whether reenactment performances happen to coincide with their trip

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Programming at Shobak draws on Crusader-era and Ayyubid historical narratives

Water and renewal

Living ritual

staged through Bedouin actors and local community members

The sacred route

Living ritual

connecting the castle's medieval history to contemporary Jordanian heritage tourism and employment initiatives

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

For Shobak Castle Festival, plan transport around the exact Shobak venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Sturdy shoes are essential given the castle's hilltop location and uneven historic stone surfaces; layers help for temperature swings at the elevated site, and sun protection is important...

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

For Shobak Castle Festival, stay near the part of Shobak you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

JOD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map30.52 N, 35.57 EOpen in Google Maps

Shobak, Ma'an, Jordan

Nearest airportETM — Ramon
TransportFor Shobak Castle Festival, plan transport around the exact Shobak venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Shobak Castle Festival, stay near the part of Shobak you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Shobak Castle Festival?

Shobak Castle Festival is listed for Dates to be announced. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Shobak Castle Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Shobak, Jordan. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Date announcement pending. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Shobak, Ma'an, Jordan

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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