Petersburg National Battlefield 2026 Luminary Program

Join the Petersburg National Battlefield as they honor veterans past and present at the Annual Luminary Program at the Poplar Grove National Cemetery. From 5:30PM to 8:30PM, visit Poplar Grove National Cemetery for a meaningful evening. During the program, Park Rangers will be sharing stories of those laid to rest at the Cemetery.

There is no parking available at Poplar Grove National Cemetery during the program. Petersburg National Battlefield is providing a free shuttle from Richard Bland College, 11301 Johnson Road, Petersburg. This free shuttle will provide transportation to and from the cemetery between 5:00 pm and 8:30 pm.