Upcoming Events
Castle Noz
Castle Noz, located in Snelling, CA, will host the American Civil War Association's (ACWA) 2nd Annual Living History and Civil War Reenactment on October 18 & 19, 2025. Visitors can explore encampments, witness battles with cannon and gun fire, and experience life in the 1860s, with gates opening at 9:00 AM daily. A school day is also available on Friday, October 17th.
Key Details:
Event: Castle Noz Civil War Days
Location: Castle Noz, 6101 Keyes Road, Snelling, CA 95369
Dates: Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19, 2025
Time: Gates open at 9:00 AM daily
Activities: Live history encampments, battle reenactments, and food vendors
Admission: $20.00 per carload or $40.00 per van (cash preferred), according to Facebook and Instagram
Important Notes:
Leave animals at home due to gun and cannon fire.
Bring a chair or lawn blanket.
Food and beverages are available for purchase.
A school day is planned for Friday, October 17th; contact cwseamstress@yahoo.com for details.
Day Three
Our third and final day’s schedule.
9 am - Camp opens
11 am - Camp closes due to the street battle
12 pm - Street battle starts at the Delta. Parade to follow.
Day Two
Here is our exciting day two schedule.
9 am - Church in the main tent.
11:20 am - Battle train leaves the station
12:30 pm - Lunch available in Camp. $5 Sandwiches and Chips
2 pm - In-Camp Tea at the Main Tent. Civilian Commander is hosting, all are welcome.
3 pm - Battle train leaves the station.
5 pm - Camp officially closes to prepare for the Ball.
7 pm - Doors open at Piper’s Opera house for the ball. Appetizers will be available, provided by Joe at Facet Jewelers and The Bonanza; and a no host bar provided by The Firehouse Saloon.
8 pm - The Grand March starts. Regular dancing to follow after the dance master releases from teaching the group.
Day One
It’s that time again! The start of our Virginia City Event, Civil War Days.
Our Day One Schedule is as follows.
9 am - Camp Opens for visitors. Come see what families and units went through during the Civil War.
11 am -Fort Point Garrison Brass Band starts playing at the V & T Railroad Station
11:20 am - Train leaves the station
12:30 pm - Lunch available at camp - Sandwiches, Chips, and Fruit for $5. Get your tickets from the Secretary or the Vice President.
1 pm - Fort Point Garrison Brass Band starts playing at the V & T Railroad Station
3 pm - Train leaves the station
5:30 pm - Dinner in camp. Burgers, Salad, Fruit for $7. Get your tickets from the Secretary or the Vice President.
6:30 pm- Fort Point Garrison Brass Band starts playing at the V & T Railroad Station.
7 pm - Champagne train leaves the station.
To buy tickets for any of the train rides, go to: https://www.virginiatruckee.com/
School Days
School Days! We are lucky enough to be able to have schools come and see our camp and talk to our groups about what soldiers and families went through during the Civil War.
Tickets are $2 per person. Lunch is not covered, however the Senior Center across the parking lot, offers lunch for $5 a person.
If you would like to have your school or are a homeschooler that would like to attend, please call Christian at 530-440-5638, so he can put you on the list.
If you would like to volunteer, please call Christian and schedule.
Please leave him a Voicemail during standard business hours.
**Image is not of Comstock Civil War Re-Enactors.