Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival

While we are all dreaming of warmer days when we can all go outside together and watch base ball again, we want you to know that we, the Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival and the Eclipse Base Ball Club of Elkton are thinking of our great community businesses in Gettysburg and Adams County right now. We know the community is resilient and will come out stronger than ever. Stay home, Stay healthy, Stay safe! We are #AdamsTogether.

Mark it on your calendars for the 11th Annual Great Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival July 18-19, 2020!

In the 19th century, game balls were awarded to the winning clubs as a trophy of their victory. At the Gettysburg Festival, teams compete for silver coins and game balls are collected by the festival. As a result, very few teams walk away with the coveted game ball. Today, Tom "Schoolboy" Duffy of the Elkton Eclipse received a game ball from the festival in recognition and gratitude for his tireless commitment to the festival. Well done, sir!

The Keystone Club of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania vs. The Great Swamp Frogs of Sylvania, Ohio

Schoolboy, from Elkton, presenting Bill Wills, owner of Gettysburg Eddie's with a plaque to express our appreciation for ten years of support.

Elkton and Brooklyn

Over 1500 have walked through the gate so far today to see some of the finest base ball clubs in the country.

Today is the day! Play begins in just under an hour. Drop a comment and/or a picture below to let us know you're here.

The weekend is almost here! We are excited to see you at the 10th Annual Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival on July 20-21st. Things kick off at 6pm on Friday with a Kids Clinic followed by a match between the hometown Gettysburg Generals Base Ball Club and the local Little League coaches. Starting Saturday at 8:30am, we will begin the first of 48 matches scheduled for the weekend. 24 teams from across the country will play with the equipment, and by the rules and customs of 1863. All of this happens at the Schroeder Farm, 965 Pumping Station Road in Gettysburg. As always, this family friendly event is 100% free.

Calling all free agents! If you are an experienced 19th century base ball player and your club is not one of the 24 clubs playing in this year's event, there is still room for you. Come in your uniform and hang out at the main tent. Clubs will always be looking for extra players and you'll get your chance to talk to the individual clubs and see if you can get on their team for a game or two...or 3 or 4!

Its almost here! The 10th Annual Gettysburg National 19th Century Base Ball Festival is right around the corner and we have the largest field ever for the event. 24 clubs from all over the country are coming to Gettysburg July 20 and 21st. if you are in town on Friday night stop over to the fields and see the Gettysburg Little League Coaches take on the Gettysburg Generals and get a sneak preview of what 19th century base ball is all about. Things kick off at 8:30am Saturday with 48 games scheduled on Saturday and Sunday. You won't want to miss a thing!