Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire! You're invited to a Bouillion!
2024-04-06 10:00 - 2024-04-07 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Fort De Chartres, 1350 State Route 155, Prairie du Rocher, IL, 62277, United States
You’re invited to the Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire!

Saturday and Sunday, April 6 @ 10:00 AM – April 7 @ 3:00 PM CDT
Stay for the Eclipse on Monday, April 8th.
1350 State Rte 155
Prairie Du Rocher, IL 62277
Vendors and Blanket Traders
Shooting competition starts at 10 am on Saturday
Ladies’ Tea at 1 pm Saturday in the Barracks
Stickball game inside the fort walls Saturday afternoon
Visit l’atelier du Peinture and see an itinerate artist painting each day.
Buy raffle tickets for a painting.
– Bouillion Saturday evening –

(It’s pronounced “BOO yaw”, and it’s an 18th century style Nouvelle Francais house party)
Soup, bread, and dessert Saturday evening at 6.
Music, singing, and storytelling in the guards house from 7 – 10.
Auction on Sunday with the painting raffle winners announced before the auction.
Staff and vendors setup on Wednesday, April 3.
Participant setup Thursday and Friday (April 4 & 5, 9 am – 5 pm)
Event ends Sunday, April 7th at 3 pm
Stay ’til Monday to see the eclipse!!!
Sponsored by Les Amis du Fort de Chartres
Send an e-mail to Djuana (dooWAHnah) at fdcmarketfair@gmail.com to request a registration packet. Apply by Friday, March 29th.

Virginia: America’s First Frontier
2024-05-10 09:00 - 2024-05-12 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, 24248, United States
By May of 1775, men, women, and children headed west, deep into the harsh wilderness. They followed the trace that led to a life of freedom. However, that freedom was overshadowed by hardships. The further onto the western fringe they traveled, the more important community became. Journey to Martin’s Station: Virginia’s final point of rest and resupply. Walk amongst merchants and tradesmen. Meet those individuals who traveled the trace and the indigenous peoples they encountered. Come and immerse yourself in America’s First Frontier.

Parking Fee: $10 per vehicle Friday & Saturday, $5 per vehicle on Sunday

The Fair at New Boston
2024-08-31 10:00 - 2024-09-01 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | George Rogers Clark Park, 930 South Tecumseh Road, Springfield, OH, 45506, United States
Step back in time to the Ohio country of 1790 – 1810. An era of change in Ohio, from early settlers to statehood to towns growing up, especially New Boston, Ohio. At the Fair you will see artisans creating and selling their wares, merchants with items you would find in the finest cities to the east, you will hear music from strolling musicians, see a military encampment with cannons booming, and a representation of a Native Village. There is also food to enjoy, many over an open fire. Beverages are available.

Fur and Ginseng Trading Post Days (Pikeville, Kentucky)
2024-09-12 - 2024-09-14 | NE
Camp timelines 1760-1800 / 1801-1840 a juried event with prizes for Best Camp.

Rifle, Smoothbore, Longbow, Hawk Knife competitions with prizes totaling $25,000.00

Located on a beautiful 20 acres site on the mountain, overlooking the City of Pikeville. A $35 per person/$40 per family camp fee includes all competitions, wood, water and much more!

For questions or additional information please reach out to Charlie Chalk:

606-216-8002 fgtradingpostdays@gmail.com

www.fgtradingpostdays.com

Historic Fall Trade Fair at Fort Piqua
2024-10-19 10:00 - 2024-10-20 16:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Johnston Farm and Indian Agency, 9845 N. Hardin Road, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Come join us at the new Historic Fall Trade Fair at Fort Piqua, October 19-20, 2024. The Trade Fair spans the early years of Ohio’s history from 1742-1862, focusing on the life in and around the Historic Johnston Farm and Indian Agency. Come and see how Ohio influenced the history of the United States through the various demonstrators, vendors, and living historians that will be on site. Come see a bodger at work, and how his work affects the cook in the kitchen. Get tied up in loom work both the small looms that held everything together to the larger looms that covered the floor. Follow the smells to the kitchens of the house and visit the resident cook as she uncovers the mysteries of past recipes. Feel the concussion of cannons as they fire multiple rounds during the weekend. Oxen will be working not just in the fields but doing chores around the farm. There will be kid’s games and activities at the house just like the Johnston’s would have done to keep their kids busy when chores were done. Hold onto your wallets and protect your pockets if you dare to enter the world of Cutthroat Cheats and Thieves! They will be happy to introduce you to the Notorious Professions of the 18th Century. Who knows, maybe they will purchase, I mean, “hire” your children from you to teach them some job skills. There will be talks about women and their role in the 18th century. Longhunters will be returning from their forays west. A Victorian farming family will be coming to sell their fall harvest. The soap makers will be making their last batches of soap for the year. Our Colonial balladeer will sing you the songs of yesteryear. Hear the ring of blacksmith anvils as you see how blacksmithing changed over the decades. Find pieces of artwork to hang on your walls that forever capture a snapshot of years gone by. Take a leisurely ride down the canal on the General Harrison. Come and find a piece of history to take home with you from our historic vendors or to give to a loved one. This is the perfect place to find the memorable and unforgettable, for today and for the holidays. Please join us for a fun and educational event you will love!

Annual Fort De Chartres Rendezvous
2024-11-02 08:00 - 2024-11-03 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Fort De Chartres, 1350 State Route 155, Prairie du Rocher, IL, 62277, United States
There are 3 events held at this fort each year. This is a large, reconstructed stone fort that was the seat of French power in the Illinois Country (1723-1763). It was recently listed as a National Park.
https://www.nps.gov/places/fort-de-chartres.htm
https://www.fortdechartres.us/
https://dnrhistoric.illinois.gov/experience/sites/site.fort-de-chartres.html

Fort de Chartres Colonial Market and Trade Fair (Juried event) held every year on the 1st weekend in April (5&6 2025). Link: https://www.fortdechartres.us/les-amis-du-fort-de-chartres/
Annual Fort de Chartres Rendezvous – Typical public event held every year on the 1st full weekend in June (7&8 2025) Link: https://www.fortdechartres.us/fort-de-chartres-54th-rendezvous-2024/
Fort de Chartres Winter Rendezvous & Woods Walk held every year first weekend in November (4&5 2024) . A muzzle loading competition with teams of 5 https://www.fortdechartres.us/fort-de-chartres-winter-rendezvous/

Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire! You're invited to a Bouillion!
2025-04-05 10:00 - 2025-04-06 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Fort De Chartres, 1350 State Route 155, Prairie du Rocher, IL, 62277, United States
You’re invited to the Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire!

Saturday and Sunday, April 5th – 6th
NEW THIS YEAR – Billiard Hall & 18th Century Game Room

– Bouillion Saturday evening –

(It’s pronounced “BOO yaw”, and it’s an 18th century style Nouvelle Francais house party)
Dinner, Music, & Merriment Into the Wee Hours

1350 State Rte 155
Prairie Du Rocher, IL 62277
Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire
A Juried Living History Event 1750-1790
Shooting competitions both days
Vendors, Blanket traders, and Peddlers
Stickball Game and Petite Voyageur Competition (Children’s Games)
Re-enactors must be juried to attend this event.
To have an application packet e-mailed to you,
contact Djuana (dooWAHnah) Tucker by FB msg, text or call 618-975-8897,
or send an email to fdcmarketfair@gmail.com.
The “Fort de Chartres Colonial Market Faire’ Facebook Event Page’ is now live!!!
Click ‘Interested’ or ‘Going’ to keep up to date about the details of the event. You don’t want to miss it!
This event is free and open to the public.
For more information,
contact the site at (618) 284-7230
or email lesamisdufortdechartres@gmail.com.
Sponsored by Les Amis du Fort de Chartres

Virginia: America’s First Frontier - A 250th Celebration
2025-05-09 10:00 - 2025-05-11 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, 24248, United States
America’s First Frontier: A 250th Celebration
In the spring of 1775, men, women, and children head west, deep into the untamed wilderness. The trace they follow leads to a life of freedom. However, the journey is shrouded by the onset of a great revolution. Community becomes key. Settlements a beacon in the wilderness. Travel to Martin’s Station: Virginia’s final point of rest and resupply. Find wares of all types amongst the merchants and tradesmen. Meet the famed individuals who traverse the trace and the indigenous peoples they encounter. Immerse yourself in a story 250 years in the making. Join us in celebrating Virginia: America’s First Frontier.

Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: 10.00 per vehicle on Friday and Saturday. 5.00 per vehicle on Sunday.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov

Fort Loudoun Market Fair
2025-06-20 09:00 - 2025-06-22 14:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Fort Loudoun – 1756 British Fort, 1720 N Brooklyn Rd, Fort Loudon, PA, 17224, United States
Fort Loudoun was built in 1756 by the colony of Pennsylvania, served as a supply depot during the French and Indian War, was the site of the Cherokee Indian council of 1758, and it was the site of a pre-Rev War uprising, the Black Boys Rebellion of 1765.
Step back in time and visit an 18th Century Market Fair. Experience the sights, smells, music, and craftsmanship of the 18th Century. This juried event will feature 18th Century artisans selling their wares, and a glimpse of frontier life during the 18th Century.
Great food vendors on site.
If you are a maker of 18th century goods and interested in setting up as an artisan sutler you may acquire a registration by emailing: fortloudounfair@gmail.com

270TH Anniversary Of Braddock's Crossing
2025-06-28 11:00 - 2025-06-29 18:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | NE
The Connellsville Historical Society is in the midst of planning the 22nd” anniversary of our celebration of Braddock’s Crossing of the Yough, which will be held the weekend of June 27-29th, 2025.

Originally this event was organized as Connellsville’s contribution to the Age of Empire celebrating the United States involvement in the period known as the French and Indian War. This war lasted from 1753 to 1763. Major General Edward Braddock crossed the Youghiogheny River here at Stewart’s Crossing, now Connellsville on June 29-30th, 1755. This year will be the 270th Anniversary! 1755-2025

Our first reenactment of the crossing occurred on June 29th-30th, 2005, the 250th anniversary of the original crossing. General Braddock was on his way to attack and capture the French fort, Duquesne, at the Forks of the Ohio River. This 2005 reenactment celebrated Connellsville’s involvement in world history. We have continued this event and added to it over the years. Having an actual river crossing is rather unique among reenactments.

This year, 2025, we are planning the 4th Dinner-Lecture bringing an acknowledged historian to Connellsville friday evening as the kick-off event of the annual Braddock’s Crossing week-end. The speaker for next year’s event is still in the planning stages. But last year the speaker was Kimberly Hess, author of A LESSER MORTAL: THE UNEXPECTED LIFE OF SARAH В. COCHRAN. Ms Hess shared stories of this amazing woman, Sarah B. Cochran, and her great influence on local history. The event was sold out.

June 28th-29th, will be the 22nd attempt at the reenactment of crossing the Yough, Some years we are unable to cross due to river conditions.

This event reminds us of the important influence our local history has had upon the history of the United States Soldiers were recruited to fight in the Revolutionary War by Colonel William Crawford from the site of our event

We are Looking for Reenactors / Living Historians for Braddock’s Crossing, June 28th to June 29th 2025. This is not a Juried Event.

You may come in on Thursday night (June 26th) to set up or come in early Friday/Saturday morning. And stay until Monday. (June 30th)
We will see to it that firewood is available. There is a restroom available in the spring house on our property. We would also like to make public an hourly schedule of events, as we get closer to the event, so that something special is happening all day to attract visitors.

The Spring House is outfitted with a private restroom. And modern kitchen amenities. (Fridge, Stove, Oven, Cabinets) The Historical Society will be selling food out of the Spring House during the event. There is also a Comfort Inn hotel, Valley Dairy, Melody Motor Lodge, Dollar Tree, & Martin’s grocery nearby.

You should be in period costume, if possible, and if you sell an item or items, they must be a copy of what would have been available during the time period depicted. Alcohol is not permitted on the grounds. The grounds will be monitored by CPD (Connellsville Police Department) at all hours for the two-day event.

Offenders will be removed from the property. Camping is allowed only to Participants / Society Members. We will have a live firing event twice both Saturday and sunday.
Efforts will be made to keep the area free from those who intrude on re-enactors’ privacy after the publicized time of the event.

Last year we were able to cross the Youghiogheny for a second year in a row! We are hopeful to do it again depending on River conditions. I will be needing people who are willing to lead the march across the Yough if things go well again this June, This requires carrying the British flag and leading those who wish to cross the river.
For the river crossing we Have the support of the local swiftwater rescue teams to ensure safety of all participants.
This is a unique experience and sets the Connellsville event apart as different from most other re-enactments. Let us know if you plan on camping out at the site.
Firewood will be provided. Help us to continue this event. We are looking forward to hearing from you.

Crockett Days
2025-08-09 - 2025-08-10 | Doak House Museum, Tusculum College, Greeneville, TN, 690 Erwin Hwy, Greeneville, TN, 37745, United States
Crockett Days at the Doak House, August 9-10, 2025, Greeneville, TN
Crockett Days is an annual celebration to honor David Crockett, the famous pioneer, frontiersman, soldier, legislator, and hero of the Alamo who was born August 17, 1786 in the American frontier country of what is now East Tennessee. This living history event is hosted in August of each year by David Crockett Birthplace State Park in Limestone, TN and organized by the Friends of DCBSP. Crockett Days is a celebration of the life and times of David Crockett and the culture of the 1780’s American frontier.
David Crockett Birthplace State Park was completely destroyed by flooding from Hurricane Helene in September 2024. While the State of Tennessee has begun the long rebuilding process, the park will NOT BE OPEN to visitors by August 2025. Please note that this year, the 2025 Crockett Days, scheduled for August 9-10, 2025, WILL BE HELD ON THE GROUNDS OF THE DOAK HOUSE MUSEUM OF TUSCULUM UNIVERSITY IN GREENEVILLE, TN.
Crockett Days features reenactors, living history demonstrations of 18th century daily life, period trades and skills, traditional music, a full schedule of educational and entertaining presentations and many vendors and blanket traders offering 18th century period wares for sale. Other features of the event are an 18th century-style charity auction on Saturday and a Sunday morning 18th century-style church service to begin the day. The event has grown year over year with an estimated 3,000 visitors over the weekend of the 2024 Crockett Days!

Martin's Station Fall Encampment
2025-10-10 10:00 - 2025-10-12 15:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, 24248, United States
Martin’s Station Fall Encampment

A long summer has given way to autumn. The harvest of Powell’s Valley abounds. Our community is gathering to give thanks and celebrate the fruits of their hard labor. Journey to Joseph Martin’s Station, on the far reaches of the Virginia frontier, and visit with skilled tradesmen, mingle with tidewater merchants, and enjoy a majestic celebration amongst our family and friends.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: 10.00 per vehicle on Friday and Saturday. 5.00 per vehicle on Sunday.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov

Historic Fall Trade Fair at Fort Piqua
2025-10-18 10:00 - 2025-10-19 23:59, 2026-10-17 10:00 - 2026-10-18 23:59, 2027-10-16 10:00 - 2027-10-17 23:59, 2028-10-21 10:00 - 2028-10-22 23:59, 2029-10-20 10:00 - 2029-10-21 23:59 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Johnston Farm and Indian Agency, 9845 N. Hardin Road, Piqua, OH, 45356, United States
Living History time line from 1742-1865 sponsored by Wayne’s Legion of Fort Piqua. Held at the historic Johnston Farm and Indian Agency in Piqua, Ohio. The timeline focuses on Ohio History from 1742-1865 specifically the area around the Johnston Farm. We have everything from Indian Agents, blacksmiths, various military groups, weavers, cannons, soap makers, oxen demonstrations, and so much more.
This is a juried event. Registration by August 1 is required.

Colonial Market Days & Encampment
2025-10-25 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-26 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Abner Longley Park, 1601, Longley Drive, Lebanon, IN, 46052, United States
October 25 & 26 2025

Colonial Merchants

Come and visit some of the best merchants in 18th century reenacting! Demonstrators and craftsmen from across the midwest will be displaying their wares for sale.

Military Units & Tacticals

Military and militia units from many different organizations and locations will be camping in the park to teach the public about the life a soldier and camp follower. Be sure to check out the afternoon battles and the Saturday evening tactical.

Entertainment

Jugglers, street performers, magic, and more. Musical entertainment will fill the air as our 18th century market becomes a stage.

Virginia For Liberty
2026-05-08 10:00 - 2026-05-10 14:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Wilderness Road State Park, 8051 Wilderness Rd., Ewing, VA, 24248, United States
Virginia For Liberty:
1776

By the spring of 1776, the rumbling of revolution can be felt across the American colonies and into the far corners of the wilderness. The old buffalo trace now symbolizes freedom, though on it a dark shadow grows. For those in the west, community becomes key. S ettlements are a beacon of strong will and steadfast determination. The call to unite in the midst of tyranny is heard amongst the whispers on the wind.
Travel to Martin’s Station. Experience the growing spirit of independence. Find wares of all types amongst the merchants and tradesmen. Meet the illustrious individuals who traverse the trace and the indigenous peoples they encounter. Immerse yourself in America’s story, our story. A story 250 years in the making.

May 8 – 10
Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$10 per vehicle Friday & Saturday
$5 per vehicle on Sunday

Download Participant Application .pdf
Download Participant Application .docx

Phone: 276-445-3065
Email Address: WildernessRoad@dcr.virginia.gov

Garfield's America 250 Community Fair
2026-05-16 15:00 - 23:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Garfield Middle School, 250 North Fair Ave, Hamilton, OH, 45011, United States
A Community event to celebrate America’s Birthday in a Patriotic way. The afternoon will feature a vintage baseball game between the Cincinnati Red Stockings and the Ohio Village Muffins, Revolutionary War Reenactments, vendors, food trucks, live musical performances, and several main stage guest speakers.

Bluegrass Festival
2026-09-26 10:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Wessels Living History Farm, 5520 S. Lincoln Ave, York, NE, 68467, United States
Step back in time at Bluegrass on the Farm & Heritage Days at Wessels Living History Farm! Enjoy live bluegrass music, historic demonstrations, antique tractors, traditional crafts, heritage baking, a quilt show, farm activities, food, and hands-on living history. Experience the sights, sounds, skills, and traditions of rural life while enjoying a full day of old-fashioned family fun.

Log Cabin Shop's 18th Annual Early American Trades Fair
2026-10-09 12:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-10 09:00 - 2026-10-11 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Log Cabin Shop, 8010 Lafayette Road, Lodi, 44254, United States
Meet with & learn from skilled artisans as they work, Many handcrafted items on display for sale and trade. Admission is free and open to the public.

Feast of the Hunters’ Moon
2026-10-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-24 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-25 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Kentucky/Louisville) | Fort Ouiatenon Historic Park, 3129 South River Road, West Lafayette, IN, 47906, United States
The Tippecanoe County Historical Association of Lafayette, Indiana, in cooperation with the Tippecanoe County Park and Recreation Department, will be sponsoring the 59th annual Feast of the Hunters’ Moon festival on October 24 & 25. Hours are Saturday 9am to 5pm E.D.T. and Sunday 9am to 4pm E.D.T. The Feast represents the time of homecoming, feasting, dancing and celebrating from the earliest days of historic Fort Ouiatenon (1717-1791), the first fortified European settlement in Indiana. Advance ticket information will be posted by 7/1/26 at www.feastofthehuntersmoon.org
Over 40 different recreated period foods will put the “feast” in the Feast! Food booths are run by area non-profit organizations as fundraisers for their worthy community projects. Seven different arenas and stages plus numerous locations on the 30 acres of festival grounds feature outstanding performances by musicians, interpreters, military re-enactors and Native American groups.
