A Washington Crossing Fourth: Colonial Games, Classic Cars, And More

WASHINGTON CROSSING, Pa. — Washington Crossing Historic Park (PA) will celebrate the nation's birthday with an extended weekend of events, including a Colonial Field Day, a Classic Car Show and a step back in time. The schedule of events includes:

Saturday, July 2

During the park’s annual Colonial Field Day, families or friends can compete in spirited competition while playing popular games from the 18th century, including cup and ball, Jacob’s Ladder, hoop and stick, and more. The competition begins at either 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. and lasts an hour and a half. This event is free, but space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register by emailing Katherine at kbecnel@washingtoncrossingpark.org.

Sunday, July 3

Car lovers can attend the fourth annual “Rebels & Redcoats Classic Car Show” from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. In keeping with the park’s revolutionary history, the show will feature only classic American, French, British and German cars, representing the four major countries involved in the Revolutionary War. The show will be held in the parking lot diagonal to the park’s Visitor Center and across River Road. The event is free for spectators.

Monday, July 4

Step back in time to July 4, 1776. Watch and interact with living historians as they demonstrate their crafts and see a military encampment from noon to 4 p.m. A highlight of the day will be readings of the Declaration of Independence at 12:30, 1:30, 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.

Admission to this rain-or-shine event is $8 for people 12 and over, $4 for children ages 5 to 11, and free for those under age five, active-duty military, and members of the Friends of Washington Crossing Park. Families with up to two adults and two children living in the same household can purchase a single-family ticket for $20. All proceeds from this event support educational and historical programming in the park.

Washington Crossing Historic Park is located at the intersection of Routes 32 and 532 in Bucks County. To see a complete list of events happening in the park, visit WashingtonCrossingPark.org.