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.

Watch the event from above — click for drone footage

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