Battles of Saratoga 250th Anniversary Commemorations

In October 2027, the Battles of Saratoga will be brought to life as units of living historians gather for a five-day program, including two distinct battle reenactments near the historic battlefields, commemorating the 250th anniversary of America’s Turning Point victory here. Over Columbus Day weekend, participants will march, camp, and interpret near the same ridges, fields, and landscapes that shaped the course of America's Revolution, with a schedule designed to balance meaningful time in the field with high-quality public engagement.

Between scenarios and programs, participants and their families can also enjoy the sites featured in the Saratoga Revolutionary Experience, where world-changing heritage meets world-class hospitality. Explore Saratoga National Historical Park and nearby Revolutionary-era sites, then discover locally made food and drink, retail shops, vibrant community culture, historic streetscapes, and scenic fall landscapes across Saratoga County. From welcoming lodging and museums to shops, trails, and village centers, Saratoga offers living historians and history enthusiasts a long weekend that is as memorable off the field as it is on it.

October 2027 Event Overview
Thursday, Oct 7 – Check-in & Camp Setup
Friday, Oct 8 – Student Engagement Day & Living History Programs
Saturday, Oct 9 – Public Reenactments of the first Battle of Saratoga, Freeman’s Farm
Sunday, Oct 10 – Public Reenactments Continue with the second Battle of Saratoga, Bemus Heights
Monday, Oct 11 – Departure from Encampment

Plan Your Trip with the Saratoga Revolutionary Experience

Make the most of your reenactment weekend with the Saratoga Revolutionary Experience (SRE), Saratoga’s official digital guide to Revolutionary sites, stories, and travel planning resources. Visit SaratogaRevolutionaryExperience.com to explore historic places across Saratoga County, access guides and maps, and build out a fuller America 250 itinerary before or after time in camp. From Saratoga National Historical Park to surrounding villages, museums, trails, and heritage sites, SRE helps connect the reenactment to the wider story—and the wider destination.

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