Mark your calendars, The Courts at Historic Manassas! On August 26-28, the city of Manassas will see the past come alive during the annual Civil War Weekend!
The commemorative event kicks off on Friday with free admission all weekend long and special exhibits at the Manassas Museum. The Keynote address by John Hennessy is not be missed and will be held at 7 p.m. After that, multiple options to experience Civil War-era dance will take place with Battle Street LIVE! and a Civil War Dance with Period Music at the Harris Pavilion. A spooky and intriguing late-night tour of the Manassas Confederate Cemetery will delve into the history and stories behind those buried there to round out the night.
Saturday will boast a parade with all sorts of traditional dress and entertainers in Old Town. There will also be a children’s scavenger hunt, Civil War Trail Tours through Manassas, a bourbon tasting, and a railroad car burning to commemorate Jackson’s Raid, just to name a few. Sunday will close out the weekend with a lively debate between Lincoln and Davis impersonators, military demonstrations, and much more.
Visit the event website for a full list of free events and activities taking place all weekend!
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