Special Events
Our 2012 Calendar of Events is now available. Please contact the Park office with questions or e-mail us at info@charltonpark.org.
Our 2012 Poster is set to go! 2012 Poster
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6th Annual Charlton Park DayThe 6th Annual Charlton Park Day is Saturday May 19, 2012 from 11 am - 4 pm. Bring the whole family to Charlton Park Day. There will be free hot dogs, chips, drinks. Come on out and tour the buildings, maybe play some old fashioned games by the old school, meet some of the volunteers that will be in some of the buildings. Come on out for Charlton Park Day, Free Admission. This day is in honor of Irving Charlton the founder of Charlton Park. For more information call Charlton Park at 269 - 945 - 3775.
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31st Annual Father's Day Show31st Annual Fathers Day Car Show is June 17, 2012 from 8am - 4pm rain or shine. This event is sponsored by the Southern Michigan Street Rod Association. All cars must be 1990 or older & must be driven in under their own power, no trailered vehicles are allowed. Admission is Adults $5.00, Kids 5 - 12 $3.00 and age 4 and under free. There will be over 800 vehicles on display.
Father's Day Car Show information.
Please send car registration to the Southern Michigan Street Rod Association, address on form. Swap meet registration should be sent to Historic Charlton Park.
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County Wide Yard Sale and Michigan Fiddlers JamboreeCounty Wide Yard Sale and Michigan Fiddlers Jamboree June 23, 2012 from 9am - 3pm for the Sales. Vendor spaces are 15x30 & space fee is $10.00 per space, $15.00 day of sale per space. Free admission to the public.
County Wide Yard Sale Registration Form
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30th Annual 4th of July30th Annual 4th of July & Veterans Bar-B-Que is July 4, 2012 from 11:30am - 5pm. The Veterans Association Complete Pork & Chicken Bar-B-Que Buffet will run from 12:30pm - 4:30pm in the Walnut Grove. Cost for Bar-B-Que TBD.
Flag raising and remembrance begin before the Bar-B-Que. Games begin at 1:30pm on the village green. Everyone is encouraged to bring a home-made pie to be judged by our expert panel. Pies will then be auctioned off for the benefit of the Park. Admission and participation in the event is FREE!
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41st Annual Gas & Steam Engine Show41st Annual Gas & Steam Engine Show is July 13 & 14, 2012. You'll see the history of engines by the way of steam boats, tractor parades, a working sawmill and more. Admission is Adults $5.00, Kids $3.00 ages 4 - 12.
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Civil War MusterCivil War Muster July 21 & July 22, 2012 - see history come alive with hundreds of re-enactors depicting Confederate and Union Infantry, Cavalry, and Artillery units. Shop on Sutler Row, play parlor games, see military demonstrations. Admission is Adults $5.00, Kids $3.00 ages 5 - 12 years, 4 and under are free.
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Antique Outboard Motor/Flea MarketAntique Outboard Motor/Flea Market July 28, 2012 from 9am - 2pm. Location is at the Mini-Shelter East. Free admission.
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County Wide Yard Sale
County Wide Yard Sale July 28, 2012 from 9am - 3pm. Vendor spaces are 15x30 & space fee is $10.00 per space, $15.00 day of sale per space. Free admission to the public.
County Wide Yard Sale Registration Form
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Great Lakes Longbow InvitationalGreat Lakes Longbow Invitational August 10-12, 2012 the GLLI is a full weekend of longbow shooting & browsing traditional archery vendors. There will be shooting events for all ages and skill levels. Admission is Adults $5.00, Kids 16 & under free.
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August FestAugust Fest - Aug. 18, 2012. Information will be posted as it becomes available.
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Havoc In HastingsHavoc in Hastings September 1, 2012 from 10:00am - 4:00pm. A medieval event, Members of the Society for Creative Anachronism (SCA) will gather for a historical recreation. Challengers will strive to unseat the champions of the Kingdom and win the glory. Prizes are awarded at the end of the tournament. Admission is Adults $6.00, Kids $3.00 ages 5 - 12 and Kids 4 and under free.
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Walk In The Spirit Pow WowWalk in the Spirit Pow Wow September 15 & 16, 2012 from 10:00am - 8:30pm on Sept. 15 and from 10:00am - 5pm on Sept. 16. The public is invited to experience Native American culture through a traditional pow wow including authentic dancing and drumming, arts and crafts and native foods. Admission is Adults $5.00 and Kids $3.00 ages 5 -12.
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All Hallows EveningAll Hallows Evening October 27, 2012 from 3pm - 6pm. This family oriented event begins with trick - or - treat through the Historic Village. Take a hay ride, enjoy a glass of cider. There will be the annual costume parade, followed by costume judging and awards. Admission is $3.00 per person,12 and under are FREE!
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Of Christmas PastHistoric Charlton Park’s turn-of-the-century village is the setting for Of Christmas Past! Come out and enjoy the sights, sounds, tastes and activities of the late 1800’s. On Saturday and Sunday, December 8 & 9, from noon to 5:00 p.m., you are invited to tour the village & enjoy Christmas at Historic Charlton Park.
Adults and children are welcome to try their hands at traditional crafts and ornaments, including hand-dipped candles. Tour the village in a mule-drawn wagon (additional cost) and stop at the newly restored Carlton Center Church to listen to live music. Everyone is encouraged to sample traditional holiday fare, wassail, and fresh roasted chestnuts. The gift shop will feature an array of holiday toys, games and keepsakes for all ages. St. Nicholas will also be stopping by!
Admission to Christmas Past is $5 for adults and $3 for children 4 to 12. There is no additional cost for crafts. For more information on the Of Christmas Past celebration, contact Historic Charlton Park at (269) 945-3775.
