What is WWII Weekend?

WWII Weekend is the biggest WWII reenacting event in the St. Louis area and is held rain or shine. It is also one of the oldest WWII reenacting events having been held at historic Jefferson Barracks Park for over 36 years.

It is hosted by the U.S. 2nd Ranger Infantry Battalion of St. Louis, Inc. a unit that is over 39 years old, to honor all those who have served in the US Armed Forces.

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When is WWII Weekend Held?

It is always held the last full weekend in April, except when circumstances dictate otherwise. Please check out the Facebook WWII Weekend Event Page for exact event dates and schedule.

What is the attendance like at WWII Weekend?

The past few WWII Weekend events have seen ~400 reenactors attending with units representing US Rangers, US Airborne, US Armored Forces, US Infantry, Russian Infantry, British Airborne, Canadian YMCA, Canadian RCME, Italian Infantry, German Heer, German SS, German Paratroopers, and German SS Panzer forces. There are also at least a dozen operational and participating WWII vehicles including Stuart tanks, German and US half tracks, German and US motorcycles, British armor, trucks and jeeps.

We usually expect over 20,000 public viewers to attend and enjoy the weekend.



How much does WWII Weekend Cost?

The event is free to the public and participants, but it costs the 2nd Rangers over $15,000 to hold this event. Those costs do not include marketing, advertising, explosives, food, drink, or staff - everyone who works the event volunteers their time. The 2nd Rangers does not receive grants for this event, all funds are from donations from previous events.

No one - no vendors, reenactors, or vehicle display personnel are paid to attend.

The 2nd Rangers are a non profit organization and we survive off of your donations, as such, donations are greatly appreciated. As the U.S. 2nd Ranger Infantry Battalion of St. Louis, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) we are able to issue tax donation receipts for any donations and will have marked envelopes on site that will allow you to record your e-mail address and/or mailing address along with your donation so you will receive your tax-deduction receipt or you can donate online.



What is there to do at WWII Weekend?

There are two main areas of interest at WWII Weekend: the encampment and, about a quarter mile away, the battle field.

There are two battles on Saturday at 10:00 AM and 3:00 PM, a dance Saturday night, and a battle on Sunday at 12:00 PM.

In addition to the battles and encampment, Jefferson Barracks is an amazing piece of history (click here to learn more about Jefferson Barracks).

View photos from our 2004 through 2013 WWII Weekend events.