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Calendar of events
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Take part in a wide range of events, special activities, and memorable experiences in this unique place in Canada! Fort George National Historic Site is located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. See our hours of operation, fees, and plan your visit today! For more information, please call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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9 upcoming events
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Fort George in the Great War: A First World War Commemoration
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Youth $4.90 | Adults $16.80 | Seniors $15.1010 am to 5 pm
Did you know that Fort George was used as a military training base during the First World War? Parks Canada and re-enactors from across North America bring “Camp Niagara” to life with displays and demonstrations honouring those who fought in the "war to end all wars." Featuring First World War infantry drills, tactical demonstrations, local museum displays, assault course demonstrations, and competitions.
Please note: all demonstrations are weather dependent.
For more information, call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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War of 1812 Officers’ Day
Culture and entertainment History
Time: 11:00 AM - 04:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Youth free | Adults $11.90 | Seniors $10.20For one day only, Fort George is filled with pomp and circumstance as War of 1812 re-enactors wear their best to show what life was like for the “upper class” in the colonies. Beautiful uniforms, dresses, and décor adorn the Officers’ Quarters with special demonstrations throughout the day.
Please note: all demonstrations are weather dependent.
For more information, call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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Free Canada Day Celebrations!
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Admission to Fort George is free on Canada Day!Admission to Fort George is free on Canada Day! Celebrate Canada Day in Niagara-on-the-Lake and Fort George with special activities all day long! The fun begins with a pancake breakfast in Simcoe Park and the 41st Regiment Fife and Drum Corps marching a giant birthday cake down Queen Street. Enjoy music, muskets, and artillery demonstrations all afternoon and a BBQ dinner, live music, and fireworks in the evening!
For more information: call the Friends of Fort George at 905-468-6621 or email admin@friendsoffortgeorge.ca.
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Jane Austen Tea Party
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Time: 07:00 PM - 09:30 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: $20 per personNavy Hall, 305 Ricardo Street, Niagara-On-The-Lake, Ontario, L0S 1J0
Join the Friends of Fort George for a social evening celebrating Jane Austen's novels! This Regency evening takes place at Navy Hall and includes tea, treats, music, games, and more!
Space is limited. To register, call the Friends of Fort George at 905-468-6621, or email admin@friendsoffortgeorge.ca.
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Annual Fife and Drum Muster and Soldiers’ Field Day
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Youth $4.90 | Adults $16.80 | Seniors $15.1010 am to 5 pm
Join us for the 21st annual Fife & Drum Muster and Soldiers' Field Day! Witness a spectacular showcase of military music, firepower demonstrations, and drills from the early 19th century as fife and drum corps and infantry units from historic sites across Canada and the United States converge on Fort George. A captivating experience not to be missed – this weekend-long event is an annual tradition at Fort George.
Please note: all demonstrations are weather dependent.
Annual Soldiers’ Field Day Trophy Winners
For more information, call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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Echoes of Niagara’s Past: A Military Timeline Event
Culture and entertainment History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Youth $4.90 | Adults $16.80 | Seniors $15.1010 am to 5 pm
Commemorate over 200 years of Niagara's military history with the Lincoln and Welland Museum when they roll into Fort George for one exciting weekend! Experience amazing displays and demonstrations as the Fort comes alive with interpreters, animators, and veterans displaying uniforms, weaponry, and vehicles from the War of 1812, the First World War, the Second World War, and other historic time periods.
Please note: all demonstrations are weather dependent.
For more information, call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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Beefsteak Society Dinner
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Time: 07:00 PM - 10:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: $75 for members and $85 for non-membersNavy Hall
Join the Friends of Fort George at Navy Hall for a special fundraiser dinner fashioned after the popular Sublime Beefsteak Society of England. Started in the 1700s, the Beefsteak Society came to symbolize patriotic and liberal concepts of prosperity. Throughout the 19th century, the club included royalty, statesmen, and military leaders. Enjoy a steak dinner, live music, an auction, and great entertainment. All proceeds support student employment at Fort George and Brock's Monument National Historic Sites.
Tickets must be purchased in advance as seating is limited. To reserve your spot, call the Friends of Fort George at 905-468-6621 or email admin@friendsoffortgeorge.ca.
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Fort George Garrison Christmas
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Location(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: Youth free | Adults $11.90 | Seniors $10.20Noon to 4 pm
Fort George is bursting with holiday spirit during our annual Garrison Christmas celebration with the Friends of Fort George! We’re decking the halls and stoking the fires to share Christmas traditions from the early 19th century with you! Enjoy crafts, activities, and games for the whole family! Visit the Officers’ kitchen for hot beverages and historic treats and step outside to catch the flash of fire and the blast of a Brown Bess musket like those used in the War of 1812!
For more information, call 905-468-6614 or email pc.niagaraont.pc@canada.ca.
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New Year’s Day Levee
Culture and entertainment Food and drink History
Time: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PMLocation(s): Fort George National Historic SiteCost: FreeStart the new year off with a bang! Join the Friends of Fort George and Parks Canada for our annual New Year’s Day Levee!. Celebrations start at 3 pm. with toasts, music by the 41st Regiment Fife and Drum Corps, and a cannon firing to welcome the New Year.
Please note: all demonstrations are weather dependent.
For more information, call the Friends of Fort George at 905-468-6621 or email admin@friendsoffortgeorge.ca.
