Dive Into America’s Military Past and Present

All active military personnel and veterans and their guests will receive free admission to Discovery Park on Friday, April 17 and Saturday, April 18.

The 2026 Military Expo, sponsored by Dixie Gun Works and Union City Coca-Cola and supported by Thompson CAT Machinery, is free with park admission or membership. Buy tickets online using this link to receive 10% off.

Join us for Discovery Park of America’s annual Military Expo, a two-day event that honors those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. The weekend highlights military history and innovation with hands-on experiences, reenactors and interactive exhibits throughout the park. New this year is a live performance of A Revolution of Her Own, an acclaimed living history program about Deborah Sampson, the first woman to professionally fight in the American military.

Guests will have the chance to explore historic and modern military equipment, hear personal stories from veterans and engage with organizations that support today’s service members and their families.

Friday, April 17 will be planned with students in mind and will provide both military and history-related content perfect for school groups. For student group information, email our education department at education@discoveryparkofamerica.com or call 731-885-5455.

Guests will experience:

Reenactors sharing stories from military history

Military vehicles and equipment on display

Experts on a variety of topics relevant to the past, present and future of the military

Gallery talks with Discovery Park educators

A live theatrical performance that brings a story from the Revolutionary War to life