Join us, rain or shine, as history comes to life during this special weekend event on the original grounds of the Cedar Creek Battlefield!

During this two day event, the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation's largest fundraiser of the year,* reenactors recreate the last major battle in the Shenandoah Valley. See cavalry, artillery, and infantry soldiers in action and in camp. Battle scenarios, music, symposia, and medical, military, and civilian demonstrations are scheduled everyday. Fundraising raffles, merchants, and food vendors onsite. Virginia is for History Lovers!

For over thirty years, the Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation has hosted an annual large-scale reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek to commemorate this critical moment during the last months of the American Civil War. On the third weekend of October, which often falls very close to the actual anniversary of this engagement, the reenactment is hosted alongside many other activities to remember the men that fought here and to recognize the community that this battle affected. Complimented by educational programs such as presentations, displays, demonstrations, and the personal engagement of the reenactors with members of the public, this large-scale event offers a unique opportunity to step back in time and gain a new perspective in how this war, which ended nearly 160 years ago, shaped the world we live in today.

*The Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation is an entirely private 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of the resources and lands related to the 1864 Battle of Cedar Creek. All proceeds from this event support our mission.

NOTE: Refunds will not be issued. Thank you for your understanding!

159th Anniversary Reenactment of the Battle of Cedar Creek, 2023!

Join us as history comes to life!