Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek

Battlefield Re-enactment

Participant Registration

Learn about the re-enactor and merchant registration process for the Battle of Stoney Creek.

Re-enactor registration is now open.
Merchant registration will open February 15, 2023.

Battlefield House Museum & Park, National Historic Site presents the annual Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek. Discover Canadian heritage and re-live firsthand the thrill and pageantry of the battle that was a turning point of the War of 1812.

Visit the encampment and mingle with early 19th century settlers and soldiers as they go about their daily life. Shop among one-of-a-kind merchants. Witness historical demonstrations of cooking, dancing, blacksmithing and more. Enjoy food, games and musical entertainment. Wander through the original 200 year old Gage homestead.

Public Event

Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 10 am to 10 pm
Sunday, June 4, 2023 - 10 am to 4:30 pm

Weekend Highlights

Battle Re-enactments
Saturday, June 3, 2023 - 3:30 pm & 8:30 pm
Sunday, June 4, 2023 - 2 pm
Fireworks
After the Saturday evening battle.

Battle of Stoney Creek

Re-enactment event & site details

Site Map & Directions

Event Schedule

Frequently Asked Questions

Maps, Parking and Directions

Battlefield is located at 77 King Street West, Stoney Creek, Ontario Canada, about an hour from the United States border in Niagara Falls or an hour from Toronto. We are within 15 to 45 minutes of most vintners and vineyards in the Niagara Wine Region.

Parking and Shuttle Service

There is absolutely NO parking on-site during the Re-enactment event. FREE parking and a FREE shuttle runs on the Saturday from 10am to 10pm and Sunday from 10am until 5pm. The shuttle is accessible and the event's outdoor activities are fully accessible. Parking location to be announced.

Battle of Stoney Creek re-enactment site map

Saturday June 6

Activity	Time	Location
Military Encampment Officially Open	10 am	Battlefield Park
Merchants Area Officially Open	10 am	Behind Grandview
US Drill	10:30 am	The Battlefield
British Battalion Drill	11 am	The Battlefield
Rodney the Younger, 18^th century Conjurer	11 am	Battlefield House Front Lawn
Artillery Demonstration	11:30 am	The Battlefield
Stephen Fuller, Strolling Musician	12 noon to 8 pm	Throughout Battlefield Park
Battlefield House Museum Open	12 noon to 8 pm	Battlefield House Museum
Battlefield Monument Open	12 noon to 8 pm	Battlefield Monument
Children’s Games	12 noon to 7:30 pm	Beside Creek
Cooking Demonstration	12 noon to 5 pm	Battlefield House Museum
Rodney the Younger, 18^th century Conjurer	12:30 pm	Battleield House Front Lawn
York Regency Dancers & Stephen Fuller	12:30 pm	Grandview Back Patio
The Mechanics of a Musket	1 pm	Grandview Tent
Musical Entertainment by Ian Bell	1 to 4 pm	Grandview Front Lawn
Camp Tours	1:30 pm	Meet at Grandview Tent
The Drums Crown Forces 1812	2 pm	Grandview Front Lawn
Review of Troops	2:45 pm	The Battlefield
Artillery Demonstration	3 pm	The Battlefield
BATTLE RE-ENACTMENT	3:30 pm	The Battlefield
Rodney the Younger, 18th century Conjurer	6 pm	Battlefield House Front Lawn
York Regency Dancers & Stephen Fuller	7 pm	Grandview Back Patio
The Drums, Crown Forces 1812	8 pm	The Battlefield
Artillery Demonstration	8:20 pm	The Battlefield
RE-ENACTMENT OF THE BATTLE OF STONEY CREEK	8:30 pm	The Battlefield
Jason Hales, Operatic Tenor, A Musical Tribute	9 pm	The Battlefield
Fireworks (weather permitting)	9:30 pm	The Battlefield

Sunday June 7

Activity	Time	Location
Military Encampment Officially Open	10 am	Battlefield Park
Merchants Area Officially Open	10 am	Behind Grandview
Memorial Service	11 am	The Battlefield
Rodney the Younger, 18^th century Conjurer	11:30 am	Battlefield House Front Lawn
Children’s Games	12 noon to 4:30 pm	Beside Battlefield Creek
Cooking Demonstration	12 noon to 4:30 pm	Battlefield House Museum
Battlefield House Museum Open	12 noon to 4:30 pm	Battlefield House Museum
Battlefield Monument Open	12 noon to 4:30 pm	Battlefield Monument
Musket Competition	12:30 pm	The Battlefield
Camp Tours	12:30 pm	Meet at Grandview Tent
Rodney the Younger, 18th century Conjurer	1 pm	Battlefield House Front Lawn
The Drums Crown Forces 1812	1:30 pm	Battlefield House Front Lawn
Artillery Demonstration	1:50 pm	Battlefield House Front Lawn
BATTLE RE-ENACTMENT	2 pm	The Battlefield
Rodney the Younger, 18th century Conjurer	3 pm	Battlefield House Front Lawn
Military Encampment Officially Closed	4 pm
Merchants Area Officially Closed	4 pm

When is the re-enactment?
Saturday, June 3 - 10am to 10pm
Sunday, June 4 - 10am to 4:30pm

What does it cost?
Admission is FREE in celebration of Sara Calder, founder of Battlefield House Museum.

Are there additional costs once I enter the park?
There are additional costs for the food, refreshments and merchandise.

What time do the battles take place?
Saturday at 3:30 pm & 8:30 pm
Sunday at 2:00 pm

How long do the Battle Re-enactments last?
From 20 minutes to half an hour.

May I bring my dog?
Dogs are not allowed in the park during Special Events. The loud noises of the artillery, muskets and fireworks are upsetting for most dogs.

Should I bring a lawn chair to watch the Re-enactment?
A folding lawn chair is recommended. Seating is available on the grass.

What day and time do the fireworks take place?
Fireworks take place on Saturday around 9:30 p.m. following the evening battle.

What are some of the activities?

Tours of the Museum and Battlefield Monument
19th century encampment
Period dancing demonstrations
One-of-a-kind shopping
Musical entertainment
Old-fashioned games for children
Artillery and infantry demonstrations
Food and refreshments

Date modified

February 01, 2023