Military Weekend
Our signature event brings WWII history to life with living history demonstrations, vehicle displays, and opportunities to connect with veterans and historians.
Weekend Highlights
Three days of immersive WWII history on our grounds and inside the museum
Living History Demonstrations
Watch as dedicated living historians recreate pivotal moments from WWII, complete with authentic uniforms, equipment, and tactics. We bring history out of the textbook and onto the field.
Military Vehicle Displays
Get up close with tanks, jeeps, half-tracks, and other historic military vehicles from our collection. Many of our vehicles are fully operational and demonstrated throughout the weekend.
Encampment Tours
Walk through recreated Allied and Axis encampments staffed by knowledgeable living historians who explain daily life, field equipment, rations, and the realities of wartime service.
Veteran Meet & Greet
We are honored to host veterans from multiple conflicts who share their firsthand accounts and answer questions. These personal connections are among the most powerful experiences we offer.
Weapons & Equipment Demonstrations
Experts demonstrate the operation and history of WWII-era weapons, communications equipment, and field gear in safe, supervised presentations.
Kids' Activities
Young visitors can participate in scavenger hunts, hands-on artifact handling sessions, and Junior Soldier drills designed to make history fun and accessible for all ages.
Sample Schedule
A typical Military Weekend runs Friday through Sunday with programming throughout the day
Friday
- 9:00 AMGates Open
- 10:00 AMEncampment Tours
- 11:00 AMVehicle Demonstrations
- 12:00 PMLunch Break & Kids' Activities
- 1:30 PMWeapons & Equipment Demo
- 3:00 PMGuest Speaker Presentation
- 5:00 PMGrounds Close
Saturday
- 9:00 AMGates Open
- 10:00 AMOpening Ceremony & Flag Raising
- 11:00 AMVehicle Demonstrations
- 12:00 PMLunch Break & Encampment Tours
- 1:30 PMWeapons & Equipment Demo
- 3:00 PMBattle Demonstration
- 4:30 PMVeteran Meet & Greet
Sunday
- 9:00 AMGates Open
- 10:00 AMMorning Encampment Tours
- 11:00 AMGuest Speaker Presentation
- 12:00 PMLunch Break & Kids' Activities
- 1:30 PMVehicle Parade
- 2:30 PMBattle Demonstration
- 4:00 PMClosing Ceremony
Schedule is subject to change. Final programming will be posted closer to the event date.
Photos from Military Weekend
A look at past events on our grounds
Admission & Details
Everything you need to know before you visit
Location
845 Crooked Creek Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325
Parking
Free on-site parking for all visitors
Rain or Shine
Outdoor events may be adjusted for weather. Indoor exhibits remain open.
Interested in Participating?
We welcome living history groups, military vehicle owners, and other history enthusiasts who want to join our Military Weekend. Contact us to learn about participation requirements.