Battle of Cedar Creek 162nd Anniversary Reenactment

Over a thousand reenactors recreate the last major battle of the Shenandoah Valley on the original ground where Sheridan and Early fought in October 1864. The Cedar Creek Battlefield Foundation has run the event for more than three decades on the 350 acres it has preserved, including the Federal 19th Corps earthworks and the Heater House, a log structure of 1762 that witnessed the battle and opens to visitors during event weekends. Cavalry, artillery and infantry appear both in action and in camp, alongside battle scenarios, music, symposia and medical, military and civilian demonstrations.

Cedar Creek Battlefield, 8340 Valley Pike, Middletown, Virginia 22645

The reenactment is held on the Cedar Creek battlefield at 8437 Valley Pike, Middletown, Virginia. Spectators follow the VDOT signs to a parking field beside the Thermo Fisher factory opposite the battlefield; parking is included in the ticket and opens at 08:45, with gates open from 09:00 and closing at 19:30 on Saturday and 15:00 on Sunday. A shuttle serves disabled parking and the grounds. Single-day tickets cost USD 20 for adults (16+) and USD 15 for ages 7-15 and for seniors, military, veterans, first responders and students; children 6 and under are free. The Saturday Wagon Raid (USD 15) and candlelight tour (USD 5) are separate, and the museum and visitor centre are free. The event runs rain or shine and pets other than service animals are not allowed.