The Cannons will be Firing this Weekend at Fort Ticonderoga

photo provided

An incredible re-enactment will take place

One of the most historic places in America is right in our backyard. If you've never experienced Fort Ticonderoga, you may want to take the family this weekend for an incredible re-enactment of the 1758 Battle of Carillon, when a greatly outnumbered French battalion held off a mighty force of 16,000 British troops. 

This two-day event includes demonstrations, vignettes, narrated boat cruises, and battle reenactments, offering an immersive experience of the British advance on Lake George. Visitors will witness the siege with the sounds of cannon fire, thrilling battles, and a nighttime program recreating the battle for Carillon, later renamed Ticonderoga by the British.

On July 20, step back to July 23, 1759, and explore the French efforts to block the British invasion at Lake Champlain. Watch British and American forces push toward the Heights of Carillon, as French soldiers strategically delay their advance.

On the evening of July 20, experience the dramatic "Roar of the French Fort!" program, featuring gunfire and cannon fire. Gates open at 7 p.m. with the reenactment at 8 p.m. 

On July 21, see the French evacuate Fort Carillon, disrupting the British siege efforts one last time before withdrawing.

The reenactment is included with daily admission tickets available at www.fortticonderoga.org.

More from Capital Region

The Latest

Listener Club

Join the Bmail Club!

What's Happening

Events

  • Freedom Park Concert Series

    The 2025 Freedom Park Summer Concert Series is back with live music all summer! Located across the street from Collins Park and right next to Jumpin’ Jack’s in ...

    at Freedom Park
  • Saratoga County Fair

    Get ready for a fun-filled week! The Saratoga County Fair is coming up on July 22-27, 2025, and it’s an event you won’t want to miss! Make sure to grab your t...

    at Saratoga Fairgrounds
  • Goo Goo Dolls

    Live Nation presents the Goo Goo Dolls with special guest Dashboard Confessional live on the Broadview Stage at SPAC Wednesday, July 30, 2025!! Tickets on Sale ...

    at Broadview Stage at SPAC
95.5 FM
Online
Mobile
Alexa