Last updated: May 27, 2026
Thing to Do
Campfire Programs at Gettysburg
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Campfire Programs
June 6 - August 8, 2026
Saturdays at 8:30 pm
Park at the Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop # 6
Rangers present evening campfire talks on a wide variety of topics on the Battle of Gettysburg and the American Civil War. Programs take place at the Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop #6.
Bench seating is available, visitors are welcome to bring their own chairs if preferred. Appropriate seasonal clothing and insect spray recommended. Both the amphitheater area and parking lot can be very dark, flashlights also recommended.
Schedule subject to change without notice.
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Saturday, June 6 |
Horses, Mules, Mobility, and the Gettysburg Campaign |
John Nicholas |
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Saturday, June 13 |
The History of the Crew of the USS Monitor |
Karlton Smith |
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Saturday, June 20 |
Dr. J.W.C. O'Neal and the Repatriation of the Confederate Dead at Gettysburg |
Dan Welch |
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Saturday, June 27 |
Gettysburg’s Revolutionary Roots |
Danny Brennan |
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Wednesday/Thursday/Friday, July 1-3 |
163rd Anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg: Special Campfire Programs (more information tbd) |
Various |
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Saturday, July 11 |
Dismissed in Disgrace: Major Granville Haller |
Andrew Regiec |
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Saturday, July 18 |
America’s 250th: A Celebration in Pictures |
Matt Atkinson |
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Saturday, July 25 |
Pension File Mysteries: Uncovering the Family Stories of the Gettysburg Dead |
Barb Sanders |
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Saturday, August 1 |
Myths, Legends, and Tall Tales: Stories from the Gettysburg Battlefield |
Christopher Gwinn |
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Saturday, August 8 |
Eyes in the Sky: Aerial Observation of the Civil War |
Hunter Logan |
Details
Duration
45-60 Minutes
Activity
Guided Tours
Pets Allowed
Yes
Pets are allowed on the battlefield, but are not allowed in the National Cemetery or inside buildings.
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Location
Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop #6.
Pitzer Woods Amphitheater, near Auto Tour Stop #6.
Reservations
No
Time of Day
Night
Accessibility Information
The park amphitheater is located near parking with outdoor bench seating.
It is our goal to work with park visitors to ensure everyone has a positive experience visiting Gettysburg. Please contact the park for information about specific programs or to request any accommodations you or a member of your party may need.
It is our goal to work with park visitors to ensure everyone has a positive experience visiting Gettysburg. Please contact the park for information about specific programs or to request any accommodations you or a member of your party may need.