66th Annual Xmas Crossing On The Delaware: 2018 Details

UPDATE: High River Conditions Cancel Annual River Crossing

WASHINGTON CROSSING, PA — The annual reenactment of George Washington’s 1776 Christmas night river crossing will be held this Tuesday, Dec. 25 at Washington Crossing Historic Park.

The 66th annual Christmas Day crossing on the Delaware River will take place from noon to 3 p.m. The actual crossing at will be at approximately 1 p.m. The event is free.

During the event, hundreds of reenactors in Continental military garb will listen to an inspiring speech by "George Washington" and then row across the river in replica Durham boats.

The crossing is contingent upon safe river conditions. However, even if conditions do not allow for crossing, ceremonies, speeches and commemorative activities still occur.

Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Routes 532 and 32 (River Road) in Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania. Parking will be clearly marked.

If you can't make it to the crossing, you can still see it, as it will be live-streamed on YouTube.

Image via Washington Crossing Historic Park