On Saturday the park was open to all visitors and presented living history that cannot be forgotten. The day started with a Battalion Drill, General Grant addressing his commanders and General Lee addressing his commanders, General Lee dictating orders to be sent to General Pickett, General Pickett forming his battle plans, Ladies discussing secession, Confederate troops marching through the village stopping for water, food, and receiving letters written from home. At 3:00 p.m. ,the Battle of Dinwiddie Court House took place. There were also camp and hospital tours along with a presentation by Stan Clardy. The day’s activities concluded with Artillery night fire.

On Sunday morning a period church service was held on the lines near Wesley Chapel.  After a period church service, spectators were able to watch shad baking, then the Battle of Five Forks took place and to end the weekend at Clover Hill Village, Pay Call and a Medal Distribution took place. At 2:00 p.m. the United Daughters of the Confederacy held its annual Memorial Service at the Appomattox Confederate Cemetery.

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