JOIN THE CONTINENTAL ARMY
January - April
Children are invited to "Join the Continental Army" and experience a day in the life of the continental soldier. Training sessions are held on the first Saturday of every month from January through April. Come to one, two or all four of the sessions to learn basic drills and commands from the Army's officers.
WASHINGTON'S BIRTHDAY PARTY
February
Valley Forge was the site of the first public birthday celebration for George Washington. In past years, the park celebrates Washington's birthday with a full day of activities that include games and crafts, a chance for kids to join the Continental Army, and the ceremonial cake cutting. This year all events will be held virtually. More information to come.
KING OF PRUSSIA RESTAURANT WEEK & KOP SHOPS FOR CHOP
March
Presented by King of Prussia District
King of Prussia’s restaurant and retail community come together each year for a special week of savings and fundraising for Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). In 9 years, this dining and shopping event has raised over $366,000 for CHOP!
VALLEY FORGE REVOLUTIONARY 5-MILE RUN
Runners, walkers and supporters from across the region come together for the annual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run®. The namesake race takes runners across the challenging terrain of the park, testing their speed and endurance. A three-mile walk and an outdoor expo are all part of the day's activities.
EVENING CARILLON CONCERTS
Wednesdays in July & August
The bells of the Washington Memorial Chapel fill the air with music every Wednesday in July and August. Starting at 7:30 p.m., the weekly carillon concerts feature musicians from around the world including the Netherlands, Belgium and Australia.
NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
September
National Public Lands Day is an opportunity to help make Valley Forge National Historical Park a better place for visitors. Valley Forge is one of more than 2,000 sites across the country that will be welcoming volunteers to lend a hand in environmental and maintenance projects.
VETERANS DAY COMMEMORATION
November
Valley Forge National Historical Park honors our nation's military veterans during the annual Veterans Day Commemoration. The event includes a commemoration service at the United States National Memorial Arch as well as interpretive programs and special park tours.
MARCH IN OF THE CONTINENTAL ARMY
December 19
Valley Forge National Historical Park
Valley Forge National Historical Park marks the historic day when the Continental Army arrived onsite in 1777, beginning one of the most famous encampments in U.S. history. The evening's free family-friendly program blends historic programming with holiday honors. On the schedule are speeches by General Washington himself, the debut of a new defensive fort on the Muhlenberg Brigade and festive singing and dancing from the Colonial Revelers.
