Jul

18

2026

Celebrating America’s 250 in the Ligonier Valley

5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Join Fort Ligonier on the Ligonier Diamond for an evening celebration as we honor 250 years of the American spirit in the Ligonier Valley!

Schedule of Activities

4:00 PM Flagpole Rededication Ceremony of the 1976 Bicentennial Flagpole at the Old Ligonier Cemetery final resting place of the

Valley’s early pioneers and soldiers

4:45 PM Welcome Address on the Diamond, Kids Activities begin and an appearance by several Fort Ligonier historical interpreters

5:15 PM   Ringing of the Bells throughout the Ligonier Valley

5:30 PM Local Musicians Perform on the Bandstand including Jeff Bell and Amy Clarke, St. James Community Handbell Choir and Big Fancy String Band featuring Joe Golden & Company

7:00 PM Street Dance on the Diamond with Jeff Jimerson and Airborne

9:30 PM Grand Fireworks Display presented by Somerset Trust Bank – watch from the Diamond or the Fort!