A line of six men dressed in 1830s period clothing fire muskets while standing in a green field, white smoke billowing away from the barrels.

Fire!: Arms Demo

Wednesday 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Venture to this historic battleground to experience some of the thunderous sounds of battle as San Jacinto Battleground staff demonstrate how to fire a musket and rifle, weapons both the Mexican and Texian armies utilized on the fateful day that won Texan independence.

A group of bike riders dressed in athletic clothing pedal along the road of the San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. The shaft of the San Jacinto Monument stands on the left side of the image.

Cycling Saturdays

Saturday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

The roads within the San Jacinto State Historic Site will open early for bicyclists. Travel our 7.5 miles of site roads and see the battleground where Texas was won at your own pace. No motorized vehicles will be allowed into the site during this time to promote safe bicycling.

A wooden spinning wheel with spindles and raw fiber rests on a table.

Spinning and Weaving

Saturday 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Learn more about traditional spinning and weaving at a demonstration from the Bay Area Weavers and Spinners every second Saturday at the San Jacinto Museum.

A magnifying glass over grey dirt

Archeology Touch Table

Thursday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

October is Texas Archeology Month, and this Thursday, October 17th, we invite you to get “hands on” with archeology at our touch table. Join educators inside of the San Jacinto Monument to learn about archeological tools, techniques, and much more about this exciting career choice at our archeology touch table!

A man in 1830s clothing sits at a table with a game of High Card splayed out on a green mat with three children participating.

San Jacinto Fall Fandango

Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the 1830s at the San Jacinto Fall Fandango on Saturday, October 19, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Families and friends are invited to join us as we explore civilian life on the Texas frontier and experience the joy of these historic festivities!

A table with a red tablecloth has an iPad displaying numerous pictures of the San Jacinto Monument.

Picture Yourself at San Jacinto

Sunday 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

You're invited to join us by the main entrance to receive a complimentary instant photograph of yourself or your group in front of the historic monument. Learn about its rich history and explore our pop-up photography gallery showcasing visitors’ photos throughout the years!

A team of men wearing period clothing fire a cannon. A large plume of smoke emerges from the barrel.

Boom: Cannon Demonstration

Wednesday 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Witness our trained staff demonstrate how a cannon is safely loaded and fired and experience the thrill of live cannon fire every half hour!

A picture of a cemetery on a sudden day. A 1936 gravestone for Freeman Wilkinson is closest to the camera.

Tales from the Tombstone: Candlelight Graveyard Tours

Friday 6:15 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

The San Jacinto Battleground has been a final resting place for Texans for at least 200 years. This Halloween, join us for a special candlelight tour of two of our cemeteries to illuminate the real stories of the men and women who lived, fought, and died here.

Three different types of birds posing in their natural environments.

Bird Watching at the Battleground

Saturday 7 a.m. - 9 a.m.

From the 1,210-foot long marsh trail and boardwalk, visitors will spot coastal birds like the Red-winged Blackbird, Roseate Spoonbill, Wood Stork, Mottled Duck, Osprey, and White Pelican as well as other wetland denizens such as the River Otter.

A man and a woman in period dress cooking bread over a fire.

San Jacinto Family Day: Breadmaking

Saturday 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Try making your own campfire bread, just like the Texian soldiers did 187 years ago!