2025 Recap
This post comes a little late, but 2025 was an action-packed year for the Shire of Burning Sands! We shared our passion for history, arts, and combat with the greater community while continuing to strengthen our bond as a group. Here’s a look back at our year: Two...
War of the Phoenix 2026
The Shire of Burning Sands will be participating in the War of the Phoenix located at Phoenix Raceway from February 10th – 15th. For more information about the war, please visit https://www.atenveldt.org/phoenix/
Archery Practice
We will be having Archery Practice 3:30pm-6:30pm, January 24, 2026, Saturday at the Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex Archery Range. Even though shade will be provided, please be sure to bring water and sunscreen! Newcomers: We will have loaner gear available for your...
2026 Two Rivers Renaissance Faire Demo
Burning Sands will once again be at Two Rivers Renaissance Faire this year! Come see us there 10am – 5pm Friday through Sunday, January 30th – February 1st! We will be performing demos near the front entrance twice a day. When we are not demoing, will will have our...
Shire Yule
The Shire will be continuing the now 3 year tradition for hosting its own Yule. Potluck style as it has been in previous years, preferably middle-ages or earlier period dishes, but all dishes are welcome. We ask that you please include list of ingredients with your...
Fighter Practice
Both Armored Combat and Rapier fighter practice are held Saturdays, 8am-10am, near Ramada #11 (SE side) of Caballero Park in Yuma, AZ. For notices of cancellation please check our calendar and our Facebook group! If you are interested in combat sports and martial...
Southern War Practice 1/4/25
Site Opens: 9 AM Site closes: 4 PM Location: Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (PAAC) 1700 E 8th St, Yuma, AZ 85365 Our site is in the far, northwest corner of the complex next to the archery range. Directions: While heading Westbound on I-8, take Exit 1 for Giss Pkwy,...
Sun, Sand and Swords – Tournament of Tournaments
Sun, Sand, and Swords –Tournament of Tournaments Date: January 3, 2026 – Sun, Sand and Swords Site Opens: 9 AM Site closes: 4 PM Location: Pacific Avenue Athletic Complex (PAAC) 1700 E 8th St, Yuma, AZ 85365 Our site is in the far, northwest corner of the complex...