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Battle of Middleburg | Mt. Defiance Historic Park

Things To Do

tavern at mt. defiance

Historic buildings & markers

Visit the historic civil war-era buildings still standing at Mt. Defiance, including a blacksmith's shop and cottage, both of which were actually on site during the battle and played a roll in forces taking cover. Guests are not permitted inside the structures but are free to walk the grounds surrounding. 

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Sign at Mt Defiance

Walking trails

Tour the grounds of Mt. Defiance on a walking path that explores the property and provides several historic markers detailing the events here. 

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Trail

All Three Holiday Light Shows are NOW OPEN!

The most wonderful time of the year is here! NOVA Parks’ three holiday light shows are NOW OPEN. Visit Bull Run Festival of Lights, Meadowlark’s Winter Walk of Lights, and Ice & Lights—The Winter Village at Cameron Run to ring in the holiday season. Buy tickets early to secure your preferred dates and times!

Jingle Ball Ticket Giveaway Enter by 11am on 12/16

Enter to win 2 free tickets to HOT 99.5's Jingle Ball on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 7:30pm at Capital One Arena, featuring Nelly, Jelly Roll, Olivia Dean, and more! To enter, complete these 2 steps: Tag the person you'd bring to the concert on social. Complete and submit the form below. A winner will be drawn on Tuesday, December 16 at 11am, so don't wait to enter! Lineup subject to change without notice. No refunds or exchanges. ENTER NOW