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Arrive Early - at least 2 hours before
battles begin or plan to spend the afternoon at the site. While there
is plenty to see and do all over the site, traffic peaks just prior to
these times. Try to make no commitments in town or off site immediately
following the reenactments. Anticipate delays and consider staying on
site to relax and stroll the camps and food areas following the
battles.
Wear and bring sunscreen with you. Be sure to wear light
colored clothing, hats, comfortable shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen.
Bring the bottle of sunscreen with you; it wears off after 2 hours.
July is typically hot and sunny in Gettysburg.
Sun umbrellas may be used right up until the guns can be heard, marking the start of the reenactment. They must be lowered at that time.
General Admission
General Admission tickets admit you into the reenactment site, all
activities and demonstrations. You may bring folding type lawn chairs
and view the battlefield events from your own chair or standing in the
General Admission areas. Spaces are on a first come, first served
basis. Arrive early if you intend to set up your chair near the front.
There will be troop movement over the entire field; everyone will see some distant as well as
close-up action. Bringing a
pair of binoculars will help you see in the distance.
NOTE: Grandstand/Bleacher seating (Additional Fee) NOT INCLUDED in General Admission tickets. Seating tickets cannot be purchased without a general admission ticket.
Grandstand/Bleacher Seating offers the best view possible for the battles and
demonstrations. Seating is
first come, first served. The grandstand/bleacher seating is limited. Reserve your passes while there is still seating available.
Bleacher Seating
The bleacher seating stands approximately 10 rows high and are wooden bench-type seating (no walkways).
Grandstand Seating
Video/Film equipment may not be used in any of the
spectator areas if it requires a tripod or is shoulder held, such as
larger camcorders. ONLY hand-held recorders can be used in spectator
areas. No one may stand in front of lawn chair areas for filming and of
course, you may not walk out on the Battlefield at any time to take
photos. Umbrellas must be lowered during battles. Interpretation of
these guidelines is the exclusive right of GAC and its staff.
Young children are often afraid of very loud noises and
being close to the cannons can be a scary experience for kids under 5
years old. Cotton helps dull the noise and may be a good idea for
anyone near the big guns.
Strollers are permitted on the event site but
may have a more difficult time maneuvering on this farm ground.
Strollers are not permitted in the grandstands however stroller parking
under the grandstands is available. GAC and its staff assume no
liability for strollers and other personal property left unattended
under the grandstands or any other location on the event site.
Bicycles may be ridden to the parking areas but not on
site. We do not provide security for bicycles. We advise against
bringing them, but this is your decision.
Because of recent concerns regarding event public
safety, no parcels, backpacks, or coolers will be allowed through the
event gates. Please leave these items at home or in your vehicle.
All carry items will be subject to search prior to entering the event.
Please allow extra time so we can enhance your safety!
No Pets are allowed on site, in camps or in the parking areas.
If you have a real emergency and you have to contact someone at the Reenactment you may call:
(Note: this number is only available during the reenactment)
Pennsylvania State Police - 717-334-8111
TDD Only -717-334-0077.
Please do not use these phone numbers for mundane questions. These lines must be kept open for any real emergencies. We appreciate your cooperation!
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