Daily programs

Fort George National Historic Site

The War of 1812 comes to life inside Fort George, the main British Army headquarters in the Niagara Region and the site of a key battle more than 200 years ago. Trained interpreters dressed as soldiers in red coats and their families share stories about life in the days before the fort fell to American forces. Spend a few hours with us along the mighty Niagara River. No matter what time of year, take advantage of our incredible programs. Please note, daily activities are subject to change.

Fort George National Historic Site is located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. See our hours of operation, fees, and plan your visit page today!

For more information:

April 6 to May 17, 2024

Explore Fort George from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays from April 6 to May 17 2024! Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.

  • Schedule (please note that these programs are subject to change during special events) 
    • 10:45 a.m. Musket demonstration
    • 11:15 a.m. Featured talk 
    • 11:45 a.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 12:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 1:15 p.m. Featured talk 
    • 1:45 p.m. Musket demonstration
    • 2:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 3:15 p.m. Featured talk
    • 3:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 4:30 p.m. Musket demonstration
  • Presentations and demonstrations throughout the day
    There is always something new happening at the fort! Catch the flash of fire and hear the blast of a Brown Bess musket fired by soldiers of the 41st Regiment. Or, sit down at one of our Featured Presentations with one of our expert staff who will cover fascinating topics from an era where our country’s very existence hung in the balance.
  • Explore the Fort
    Let your senses guide you on your own adventure through the Fort, as you enter through the gates and explore the Soldiers’ Barracks, and Officers’ Quarters. Talk with costumed, passionate and knowledgeable interpreters stationed throughout the Fort, and listen to stories that will take you back 200 years to a fort poised for war. 

Pre-booked group tours
Explore Fort George with a knowledgeable staff member. See the grounds, the barracks, the officer's quarters, as well as a musket demonstration. Visit our Tours page for more information on how to book. 

May 18 to July 3, 2024

Explore Fort George from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from May 18 to July 3, 2024! Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.

(Please note that these programs are subject to change during special events)

  • Schedule 
    • 10:45 a.m. Musket demonstration
    • 11:15 a.m. Featured talk
    • 11:45 a.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 12:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 1:15 p.m. Featured talk 
    • 1:45 p.m. Musket demonstration
    • 2:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 3:15 p.m. Featured talk
    • 3:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
    • 4:30 p.m. Musket demonstration
  • Presentations and demonstrations throughout the day
    There is always something new happening at the fort! Catch the flash of fire and hear the blast of a Brown Bess musket fired by soldiers of the 41st Regiment. Or, sit down at one of our Featured Presentations with one of our expert staff who will cover fascinating topics from an era where our country’s very existence hung in the balance.
  • Explore the Fort
    Let your senses guide you on your own adventure through the Fort, as you enter through the gates and explore the Soldiers’ Barracks, Officer's Kitchen, and Officers’ Quarters. Talk with costumed, passionate and knowledgeable interpreters stationed throughout the Fort, and listen to stories that will take you back 200 years to a fort poised for war. 

Pre-booked group tours
Explore Fort George with a knowledgeable staff member. See the grounds, the barracks, the officer's quarters, as well as a musket demonstration. Visit our Tours page for more information on how to book. 

July 4 to September 2, 2024

Explore Fort George from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily from July 4 to September 2, 2024! Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.

(Please note that these programs are subject to change during special events)

    • Schedule Monday and Tuesday  
      • 10:30 a.m. Flag Raising
      • 11:00 a.m. Musket demonstration
      • 12:00 p.m. Featured Talk
      • 1:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 2:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 3:00 p.m. Featured Talk
      • 4:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 4:20 p.m. Flag Lowering
    • Schedule Wednesday - Sunday  
      • 10:30 a.m. Flag Raising
      • 11:00 a.m. Musket demonstration
      • 11:30 a.m. Fife and Drum demonstration
      • 12:00 p.m. Featured Talk
      • 1:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 1:30 p.m. Fife and Drum demonstration 
      • 2:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 3:00 p.m. Featured Talk
      • 3:30 p.m. Fife and Drum demonstration
      • 4:00 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 4:20 p.m. Flag Lowering
    • Presentations and demonstrations throughout the day
      There is always something new happening at the fort!
      • Catch the flash of fire and hear the blast of a Brown Bess musket fired by soldiers of the 41st Regiment daily. 
      • Tap your toes or, literally, march to the beat of the drums from our 41st Regiment of Foot Fife and Drum Corps as they perform on site Wednesday through Sunday.
      • Sit down at one of our Featured Presentations with one of our expert staff who will cover fascinating topics from an era where our country’s very existence hung in the balance. 
    • Explore the Fort
      Let your senses guide you on your own adventure through the Fort, as you enter through the gates and explore the Soldiers’ Barracks, Officers’ Quarters. and Officer's Kitchen. Talk with costumed, passionate and knowledgeable interpreters stationed throughout the Fort, and listen to stories that will take you back 200 years to a fort poised for war. 

    Pre-booked group tours
    Explore Fort George with a knowledgeable staff member. See the grounds, the barracks, the officer's quarters, as well as a musket demonstration. Visit our Tours page for more information on how to book. 

    September 4 to October 27, 2024

    Explore Fort George from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday from September 4 to October 27, 2024! Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.

    (Please note that these programs are subject to change during special events)

    • Schedule 
      • 10:45 a.m. Musket demonstration
      • 11:15 a.m. Featured talk
      • 11:45 a.m. Musket demonstration 
      • 12:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
      • 1:15 p.m. Featured talk
      • 1:45 p.m. Musket demonstration
      • 2:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
      • 3:15 p.m. Featured talk
      • 3:45 p.m. Musket demonstration 
      • 4:30 p.m. Musket demonstration
    • Presentations and demonstrations throughout the day
      There is always something new happening at the fort! Catch the flash of fire and hear the blast of a Brown Bess musket fired by soldiers of the 41st Regiment. Or, sit down at one of our Featured Presentations on with one of our expert staff who will cover fascinating topics from an era where our country’s very existence hung in the balance.
    • Explore the Fort
      Let your senses guide you on your own adventure through the Fort, as you enter through the gates and explore the Soldiers’ Barracks and Officers’ Quarters each day. Talk with costumed, passionate and knowledgeable interpreters stationed throughout the Fort, and listen to stories that will take you back 200 years to a fort poised for war. 

    Pre-booked group tours
    Explore Fort George with a knowledgeable staff member. See the grounds, the barracks, the officer's quarters, as well as a musket demonstration. Visit our Tours page for more information on how to book. 

    Tours must be booked in advance.

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