The Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek

Battlefield House Museum and Park, National Historic Site presents the annual Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek on June 5 and 6, 2010. The event was declared one of the top 100 events in Ontario by Festivals and Events Ontario in 2009.

Discover Canadian heritage as you participate on the first weekend in June. Bring the whole family and re-live firsthand the thrill and pageantry of the battle that was the 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. Enjoy historical demonstrations of sheep shearing, cooking, dancing and blacksmithing. Food, games, horse and wagon rides and a new Children's Encampment. Musical entertainment will be provided by The Playford Players, Ian Bell and Stephen Fuller. Wander through the original 200 year old Gage homestead. Step back in time and take the opportunity to listen to the Indian war hero Tecumseh as he recounts his life.

• Photo Gallery of previous re-enactment events
• The Re-enactment Schedule of Events
• Frequently Asked Questions

Weekend Highlights:

Re-enactment Weekend
Saturday, June 5 - 10 am to 10 pm
Sunday, June 6 - 10 am to 4:30 pm

Battle Re-enactments
Saturday at 3:30 pm & 8:30 pm
Sunday at 2 pm

Fireworks
After the Saturday evening battle!

Admission Rates and Parking

Admission is $8.00 for adults, $2.00 for youth, and children under five (5) are free.

Free Parking is available at St. David School, located on the west side of Centennial Parkway between Queenston Rd. and Randall Ave. A shuttle bus service is being offered from the school to Battlefield House Museum and Park.

Buy Tickets Online

You can now buy your tickets online with your credit card and avoid the line-ups. Debit cards from participating banks can also be used.

To order your tickets now, click here.

Map and Directions

The Re-enactment site map is below. Download a larger version of the map (pdf) for printing.

Re-enactors and Merchants

Our re-enactors and merchants bring this amazing Canadian heritage event to life. Find out how you can participate as a re-enactor or merchant.

• Register online as a Re-enactor
• Information for Re-enactors
• Download the registration form to become a Merchant

Plan Ahead for the Bicentennial in 2013!

Every year a Military Re-enactment of the Battle of Stoney Creek is held in June. Plan ahead by reviewing our list of future dates for the re-enactment, including the bicentennial celebration in 2013.

Contact Information

Phone:	905-662-8458
Web:	www.battlefieldhouse.ca
Email:	battlefield@hamilton.ca