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VA250 at Virginia State Parks
Experience history where it happened! Virginia State Parks’ VA250 programs bring America’s founding ideals to life through hands-on adventures and stories that sparked a revolution and shaped a nation. Make your next park visit a celebration of 250 years of freedom and discovery.
April 11, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park
Step back in time and experience the daily life of an American Civil War soldier at High Bridge Trail State Park.
April 11, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park
Join a community celebration of all things Jefferson and Natural Bridge with family-friendly activities along Cedar Creek trail.
April 12, 2026. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park
Step back in time and experience the daily life of an American Civil War soldier at High Bridge Trail State Park.
May 8, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park
By the spring of 1776, the rumbling of revolution can be felt across the American colonies and into the far corners of the wilderness.
May 9, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park
By the spring of 1776, the rumbling of revolution can be felt across the American colonies and into the far corners of the wilderness.
May 9, 2026. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park
Step into the spirit of America’s fight for independence with this ranger-led VA250 bingo game at Fairy Stone State Park.
May 10, 2026. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park
By the spring of 1776, the rumbling of revolution can be felt across the American colonies and into the far corners of the wilderness.
May 23, 2026. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park
Step into the spirit of America’s fight for independence with this ranger-led VA250 bingo game at Fairy Stone State Park.
June 19, 2026. 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park
"The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding in 1776 – The United States of America’s Semiquincentennial.
June 27, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park
This summer is America's 250th Anniversary and the 90th Anniversary of the opening of Westmoreland State Park!
July 3, 2026. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park
Come with us to experience the beginnings of Bluegrass music and follow its evolution as it traveled across the ocean and settled in the Appalachian Mountains.
July 4, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park
Step into America’s past and celebrate 250 years of history with a taste of colonial tradition at Sky Meadows State Park!
July 4, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park
Happy birthday, America!
July 5, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park
Happy birthday, America!
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