Military History Weekend
About the Campaign
Wars Featured:
Civil War ★ WWI ★ WWII ★ Vietnam
Location:
Dellwood Park
199 E. Woods Drive
Lockport, IL
Event Dates & Times:
- Saturday, September 12, 2026
- Sunday, September 13, 2026
Admission:
- $10 Adults
- $5 Children 12 & under, Seniors 55+ & Veterans
Website & Contact:
- www.lockportpark.org/MHW
- (815) 838-1183
Special Features:
- Pyrotechnics at main battlefield
- Food Court & Beer Garden
- Veterans Hospitality Tent
- Living History Demonstrations
- Live Music
- Re-enactments
- LockRocks Concert Series
Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026
Pyrotechnics displayed at main battlefield!
- 9:30 AM — Park Opens
- 11:00 AM — WWII Battle
- 12:00 PM — Music at the Bandshell:
The Swing Thing, 1940s–60s music featuring Sweet Reminder and Lockport Swing Dancers
- 1:00 PM — Civil War Battle (NEW Battlefield)
- 3:00 PM — WWII Battle
- 4:00 PM — The Fortunate Sons (USO Show)
- 6:00 PM — Bridge Skirmish featuring WWII
- 6:45 PM — Vietnam Battle
- 7:30 PM — Rockford Peaches Night Game
- 8:00 PM — Silver Bullet STL
A Tribute to Bob Seger – LockRocks FREE Concert Series
Sponsored by CITGO
Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026
Pyrotechnics displayed at main battlefield!
- 9:30 AM — Park Opens
- 11:00 AM — WWII Battle
- 12:00 PM — Music at the Bandshell: Sweet Reminder
- 12:00 PM — WWII Girls Baseball Living History Demo
Meet the Rockford Peaches! (Baseball Field)
- 12:30 PM — Bridge Skirmish featuring Vietnam
- 1:00 PM — Civil War Battle (NEW Battlefield)
- 2:00 PM — WWII Battle
- 3:00 PM — WWII Battle
- 5:00 PM — Camp Closes
Veterans Hospitality Tent:
- Sat. & Sun., 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
- All veterans welcome.
- Free food & beverages sponsored by AARP and Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5788
- Located in the Beer Garden (ticket required)
Why Sponsors Should Participate
Military History Weekend draws families, veterans, and history enthusiasts from across the region for a weekend of reenactments, live music, and community pride. Sponsorship provides excellent exposure while honoring those who have served.
Key Benefits
- Community Connection: Align your business with patriotism, education, and family entertainment in a wholesome environment.
- Targeted Audience: Reach families, veterans, military enthusiasts, and local residents — all within the Will County area.
- Brand Visibility: Sponsors are featured on banners, flyers, social media, the Park District website, and event signage.
- Public Goodwill: Support an event that celebrates military heritage and honors veterans.
- Engagement Opportunities: Set up booths, sponsor activities, or bring branded displays and giveaways to engage directly with attendees.
Lockport Township Park DistrictSponsorship
Campaign ID - #CtTMVCiC
Participate Now
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BATTLEFIELD SPONSOR
Dellwood Park
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ENTRANCE GATE SPONSOR
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VETERAN'S HOSPITALITY TENT
DELLWOOD PARK
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