2026 Schedule

DateEventLocationDescription/Comments
May 16, 2026Hoosick Falls History and Heritage Fair, Bennington Battlefield DemoHoosick Falls, NYThis is a one-day event featuring drilling and demonstrations. 10 am to 3 pm. We will be at the Battlefield, top of the hill.
May 22, 2026Fort George reinterment Lake George, NYFriday morning ceremony to honor the remains of soldiers discovered during archaeological excavation at the site – if you are planning to come to Ethan Allen Homestead, this could be done on the way there.
May 22-24, 2026May 23/24 – Ethan Allen Homestead RustoffBurlington, VTEthan Allen Homestead – we have treated this as a rust-off event for Whitcomb’s for the past few years – last year we slept in the actual house. It was splendid. We encourage all to come!
May 30, 2026May 30: Ann Story dedication and musket salute. Salisbury, VTSalisbury, VTThis will be a Green Mountain Boys dedication ceremony at a monument that has been placed to commemorate Ann Story.
June 12-14, 2026250th Battle of Trois-RivieresTrois-Rivieres, QCThis is an important 250 event commemorating the pivotal battle where the continental army aborted its attempt to wrest Canada from British occupation. Sponsored by 2nd Canadians/King’s Rangers – we would very much like this to be a Whitcomb’s Unit event with maximum attendance. Last year, Whitcomb’s attended the 250th anniversary of St. Jean Sur Richelieu – it was a fantastic event!
July 4, 2026July 4th Ceremonies at the Battle MonumentBennington, VTThis is a July 4 ceremony at the Bennington Battle Monument and Town Offices. There will be a musket salute, fireworks, and merriment.
July 10-12, 2026Battle of HubbardtonHubbardton, VTThe Battle of Hubbardton is an annual event for Whitcomb’s. Please prioritize attending this as a Whitcomb’s Unit event. Hosted by the 3rd Mass
July 31-August 2, 2026Rebels & Redcoats Old Sturbridge Village, MAThough not specifically reenacting an historical event, Old Sturbridge Village is a fantastic site with a lot to see and do for a weekend. Whitcomb’s has attended often over the years. Hosted by 2nd Mass.
August 14-16, 2026Bennington Battle Monument Encampment, ParadeBennington, VTBennington Battle Days is as Vermont as it gets. Let’s support this event in the run-up to the 250th anniversary next year, which Whitcomb’s will be hosting.
Aug 21-23, 2026250th Battle of BrooklynBrooklyn, NYThis is a unique opportunity to reenact a 250th event of a critical battle on the original soil in Brooklyn NY. The current plan involves battles in Prospect Park, the Old Stone House in Park Slope, and camping at Fort Hamilton in the shadow of the Verrazano Bridge. Hosted by the BAR/3rd NY/2nd NJ.
September 4-6, 2026MT IndependenceOrwell, VTMt. I is home turf for Whitcomb’s, and this has been an annual event for a very long time. It tends to be a small event, with trails and public engagement that are unique to this beautiful and historically important site. Hosted by the 3rd MA.
Sep 11-13, 2026Return to Fort #4Charlestown, NHThe Fort at #4 is a re-created wooden fort. Always a fun weekend. Hosted by 2nd MA/10th Reg of Foot.
Sept 20, 2026Ceremony for Col. Joseph Waite (1-3 pm)Clarendon, VTTown of Clarendon / Kevin Peck organizer. 111 Moulton Ave, North Clarendon, VT. We’ll do a musket salute and interact with the public.
October 9-11, 2026Saratoga Siege WeekendSchuylerville, NYThe last few years, Whitcomb’s has been invited to Saratoga/Schuylerville to drill, battle, camp, and engage with the public on this hallowed ground. Join us again as we build up to the 250th anniversary of Saratoga in 2027. This year, we’ll be at Fort Hardy Park again.
October 17, 2026250th Anniversary of founding of Whitcomb’s Rangers, Salmon Hole, NHLisbon, NHHonor our namesake, Benjamin Whitcomb by commemorating the 250th anniversary of the founding of our unit at his grave site at Salmon Hole near Lisbon NH. We’ll be collaborating with the NH chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution to put together a meaningful event. More details to come. Hosted by Whitcomb’s/NH SAR.
Oct 23-25, 2026250th Battle of White Plains (CL National Event)Pound Ridge, NYThe plans that were presented at the Continental Line Meeting promise an amazing 250th event. This is the Continental Line National Event for this year. Let’s make a great showing. Hosted by BAR/CL/3rd NJ.
Nov 11, 2026Veterans Day Parade, Ceremony at Battlefield. BenningtonBennington, VTCome commemorate Veteran’s Day by kitting up and participating in a parade in Bennington.