Artillery Day at Monocacy National Battlefield
2025-08-16 10:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
The sound and fury of the artillery will shake the ground on the Monocacy National Battlefield with canon demonstrations. Different types of canons will be fired throughout the day at the visitor center.
You can experience the acoustic and the concussive differences at the point of firing (visitor center) from a downwind position of 1.5 miles at the Gambrill Mill (Tour Stop #4) by planning your day around two firings.
Stop by our tent and meet the directors of the Foundation out front of the visitor center. Get a free copy of our newsletter, The Dispatch, or an American Battlefield Trust map of the battle.

"In the Streets" Festival by "Celebrate Frederick"
2025-09-13 11:00 - 17:00 | Market Street Frederick, MD, Frederick, MD
Here’s your chance to meet and mingle with Monocacy National Battlefield Foundation board members at “In the Streets”, Frederick’s showcasing of its local non-profit organizations. Let us tell you about our mission and how you can become involved. Get a free copy of our newsletter, The Dispatch, to learn about our events programming and co-partnership with the Monocacy National Battlefield. Look for a special activity under our tent.

Kris Kringle Procession by "Celebrate Frederick"
2025-12-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Downtown Frederick
Let’s ring in the magic of the holiday season with the 40th annual Kris Kringle Procession on Friday, December 12, 2025. The procession starts at the corner of East Patrick and South Caroll Streets, heads west on Patrick Street, turns right onto N. Market Street, and then turns left onto W. Second Street ending at Baker Park.
The theme of the year’s event is to be determined.

30th Annual Park Day
2026-04-25 10:00 - 14:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Celebrate 30 Years of Park Day at Monocacy National Battlefield!
Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, for the 30th Annual Park Day—a nationwide day of service dedicated to caring for our public lands. Volunteers of all ages are invited to help with hands-on projects that support the preservation and beauty of Monocacy National Battlefield. Tasks may include trail maintenance, landscaping, cleanup, and other meaningful work that makes a lasting impact.
No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and love for history and the outdoors. Come give back, meet fellow park supporters, and be part of a 30-year tradition of stewardship!
Location: meet at the Visitor Center of Monocacy National Battlefield at 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704.
Registration: none.
Information: contact Park Ranger Tracy Evans at 301-662-3515.

National Poppy Day
2026-05-25 11:00 - 15:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
May 25th is National Poppy Day, a day rich in meaning for veterans and service members across the United States.
How did the poppy flower come to symbolize the sacrifices of those who served? After the devastation of World War I, bright red poppies bloomed across the battlefields of Europe—most notably in the fields of Flanders. Inspired by the famous poem “In Flanders Fields” by John McCrae, the poppy became a powerful emblem of remembrance and hope. In 1920, the American Legion adopted the poppy as its official flower of remembrance, and it has since become a national symbol honoring those who gave their lives in service to our country.
Join the Monocacy National Battlefield Foundation at the Monocacy National Battlefield visitor center to learn more about the history and meaning behind this enduring symbol—and receive your free American Legion poppy while supplies last.
Take a moment this National Poppy Day to remember, reflect, and honor the sacrifices made for our freedom.

Double-Decker Monocacy National Battlefield Bus Tour
2026-07-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
If you enjoy transportation history and Civil War history then here is the merging of a real double-decker bus with park ranger-led interpretation of the Battle of Monocacy. Add this new tour to your visit to the Monocacy National Battlefield this coming 162nd anniversary weekend.
Departs from: Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704
Schedule: Friday July 10th 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Ticketing details: $35 per person @ marylanddoubledeckers.com/monocacy-battlefield-tour

162nd Commemoration of the Battle of Monocacy
2026-07-11 09:00 - 17:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Join us on July 11, 2026, at Monocacy National Battlefield as we commemorate the 162nd anniversary of the Battle of Monocacy, the battle that helped save Washington, D.C. Step back into history with interpretive programs, living history, and opportunities to learn more about the soldiers and civilians impacted by this pivotal Civil War battle.
Be sure to find us under our tent to learn more about the park, its history, and ways you can support our preservation and education efforts.

Double-Decker Monocacy National Battlefield Bus Tour
2026-07-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
If you enjoy transportation history and Civil War history then here is the merging of a real double-decker bus with park ranger-led interpretation of the Battle of Monocacy. Add this new tour to your visit to the Monocacy National Battlefield this coming 162nd anniversary weekend.
Departs from: Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD 21704
Schedule: Saturday July 11th 3:00 PM- 4:00 PM
Ticketing details: $35 per person @ marylanddoubledeckers.com/monocacy-battlefield-tour

World Ranger Day at Monocacy National Battlefield
2026-07-31 12:00 - 16:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
World Ranger Day is celebrated annually on July 31st to honor park and conservation rangers worldwide. Join the staff of Monocacy National Battlefield and the Monocacy National Battlefield Foundation along with seven other parks in recognizing the essential work of rangers in their enforcement of environmental laws, safeguarding endangered species, educating the public, and facilitating search and rescue operations. We will also commemorate the frontline rangers who who protect wildlife and natural resources and who have fallen in the line of duty.
This is event is FREE.

Battle-Tempered: The Physical and Psychological Consequences of War (Day-long Program)
2026-08-29 08:30 - 17:00 | Monocacy National Battlefield, Frederick, Maryland
Monocacy National Battlefield, Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center, the National Museum of Civil War Medicine, Stephen A. Goldman Consulting Services, LLC, Hood College, and Frederick County Libraries have partnered for this unique day-long program. Speakers on military history, noted Civil War panelists and park rangers will focus on the meaning and circumstances of a battle-tempered soldier such as one experienced at the Battle of Monocacy or as a consequence of exposure to hardship, conflict, or struggle from any war. This is a tremendous line-up of activities that is free and open to the public. You can access the details from the website for the Seminary Ridge Museum and Education Center at //www.seminaryridgemuseum.org/events/battle-tempered.
Registration is required.
Cost: FREE
Location: the program will begin at 8:30 AM at the visitor center of the Monocacy National Battlefield.

Civil War Artillery Demonstration
2026-09-05 10:00 - 16:00 | Visitor Center, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick, MD, 21704, United States
Experience the power and precision of Civil War–era artillery on September 5, 2026, at Monocacy National Battlefield. Watch living historians demonstrate artillery equipment while explaining how these cannons were used during the Battle of Monocacy and throughout the Civil War.
Be sure to find us under our tent to learn more about the park, its history, and ways you can support preservation and education efforts.

Visit Us at "In the Streets"- Celebrate Frederick!
2026-09-12 11:00 - 17:00 | Market Street Frederick, MD, Frederick, MD
Join us on September 12, 2026, at “In the Streets”, sponsored by Celebrate Frederick, and stop by our tent to learn more about who we are and what we do as a local community nonprofit. We’re excited to connect with neighbors, share our mission, and highlight how we support history, education, and preservation right here in our community.
Come say hello, ask questions, and discover ways to get involved—we’d love to meet you!
