The Great War: World War I Days

Name: The Great War: World War I Days
Start: 2026-04-11
Location: Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Rd

Apr

Date

11 Apr (Saturday)

Time

Sat, Apr 11 – Sun, Apr 12

Venue

Midway Village Museum, 6799 Guilford Rd

Rockford, IL, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The Great War: World War I Days returns to the Midway Village Museum in Rockford, IL, on Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, 2026. This immersive historical event features over 200 reenactors portraying soldiers and civilians from across the globe, including the United States, Britain, Germany, and Russia.

The public event spans two days with specific hours and pricing:

Visitors can explore authentic encampments and witness various historical demonstrations:

Would you like more information on lodging options near the museum or details on the reenactor registration process?

Event Schedule & Admission

Key Highlights

Reenactor & Educator Info

•Midway Village Museum

•Saturday, April 11: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

•Sunday, April 12: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

•Admission Prices:

•Children (Ages 5–12): $12

•Seniors (62+): $12

•Museum Members & Infants (0–4): Free

•Special Add-ons: Guided tours of the 150-yard replica trench system are available for an additional $3 per ticket.

•Battle Reenactments: Narrated battles take place on both the main field and in the woods, featuring heavy trench mortars and rare vehicles like a replica WWI era tank and a Russian armored car.

•Replica Trench System: A detailed 150-yard trench reproduction allows guests to see the conditions soldiers faced during the war.

•Camp Grant Exhibit: The museum features a permanent exhibit, "You're in the Army Now: Camp Grant," detailing Rockford's historical role as a major army induction and training center during both World Wars.

•Silent Movie Event: Saturday afternoon typically includes a special showing of WWI-era silent films accompanied by live music from the Rockford Wind Ensemble.

•School Day: Friday, April 10, is designated as WWI School Day, a hands-on history event where students can interact with reenactors from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

•Registration: Reenactor registration typically opens in early January for units representing various WWI combatants.

Updated at 23 Mar 2026