America250PA – Juniata County Celebration
Saturday, June 13, 2026 • 10:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. • McAlisterville Park
Dear Community Member
Join us for a once-in-a-generation celebration of America’s 250th birthday! A full day of colonial-era demos, music, food, family activities, and fireworks—right here in Juniata County. Save the date and get involved below.
What’s Happening
We’re planning a county-wide birthday party with colonial entertainment and education, a Declaration Station, music and reenacting, hands-on demos, art, kids’ activities, contests—and fireworks to close the night.
When & Where
-
Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
-
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. (fireworks at the end)
-
Location: McAlisterville Park
Why it Matters
This milestone brings our community together around shared history—much like the 1976 Bicentennial that so many remember fondly. We want everyone to walk away proud of our county’s story, more informed about our roots, and feeling united.
Sponsors: Partner with Us
Local businesses can help bring the day to life—supporting music, demonstrations, and evening fireworks—and we’ll recognize your business in event marketing and on-site signage. Contributions are tax-deductible through the Juniata County Historical Society (501(c)(3)). You can designate your support toward a specific activity or allow us to apply it where needed.
Established Food Vendors
We welcome professional food trucks, concessionaires, and established vendors to be part of the America250PA – Juniata County Celebration. With visitors expected throughout the day and evening, this is an excellent opportunity to share your specialties while supporting a once-in-a-generation community event.
Meal voucher: In lieu of vendor fees, please accept a no-cost meal voucher from volunteers and reenactors (good for lunch or dinner).
Bring your own: tables, chairs, canopy, extension cords; clean up your area and use site dumpsters; remove equipment by noon Sunday. Period attire is encouraged (optional).
Community Organizations: Set Up a Food Stand
Churches and local non-profits are invited to set up a food stand as a fundraiser—you keep all profits. There’s no vendor fee. Setup starts at 7:00 a.m.; be ready to serve by 11:30 a.m. and please plan to serve through the afternoon/evening. Deadline to register is Friday, May 1, 2026. Event is rain or shine.
Meal voucher: In lieu of vendor fees, please accept a no-cost meal voucher from volunteers and reenactors (good for lunch or dinner).
Bring your own: tables, chairs, canopy, extension cords; clean up your area and use site dumpsters; remove equipment by noon Sunday. Period attire is encouraged (optional).
The Juniata County Historical Society is a registered 501(3)(c) non profit organization recognized by the IRS and the Pennsylvania Bureau of Charitable Organizations.
Donors of money, items or services, will receive a letter of acknowledgement for tax purposes. Donor names, unless they wish to remain anonymous, are listed once in our quarterly newsletter.