Labor Day Weekend Living History

Park Event · Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania County Battlefields Memorial National Military Park · Sep 5, 2026 · 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

On Saturday, September 5th, the National Park Service and local living historians will host an event entailing various aspects of the Civil War. Reenactors depicting soldiers will convey the stories of what happened before, during, and after the Battle of Fredericksburg. Visitors are encouraged to converse with the reenactors or partake in programs led by park rangers at 10:30 and 2:00. Children may complete a free Junior Ranger activity booklet to earn a special patch. The event will occur from 10:00am – 4:00pm at the Sunken Road and Marye’s Heights, adjacent to the Fredericksburg Battlefield Visitor Center at 1013 Lafayette Boulevard. All programs are family friendly, free of charge, and open to the public. For additional information, call (540) 693-3200

Source: National Park Service (public domain).