Sauder Village’s 50th Birthday

Celebrate 50 years of history, community, and hands-on learning at Sauder Village during its 50th Birthday Celebration on Sunday, June 14.

This special, village-wide event honors five decades of growth with a day full of activities, nostalgia, and family fun. In celebration of the milestone, admission to the Historic Village is just $3—the same price as opening year in 1976—making it the perfect time to rediscover this beloved destination.

Guests can explore birthday-themed experiences throughout the village, including make-and-take crafts, interactive activities, and a fun look back at 1970s culture and Sauder Village’s early days. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or returning for a trip down memory lane, there’s something for every generation to enjoy.

🎂 Event Highlights:
• $3 Historic Village admission (throwback 1976 pricing)
• Birthday-themed crafts and hands-on activities
• 1970s-inspired experiences and historical displays
• Family-friendly fun throughout the village

🍽 Special Dining Offers:
• Barn Restaurant at Sauder Village (11 AM – 7 PM): Buy one adult meal, get a kid’s meal for $0.50
• Doughbox Bakery (7 AM – 3:30 PM): $0.50 donut with drink purchase

In addition, former employees, volunteers, and Junior Historians are invited back for a special homecoming reunion on Saturday, June 13—an opportunity to reconnect and celebrate the village’s legacy together.

Join the celebration and be part of this milestone moment as Sauder Village looks back on 50 years of history and ahead to an exciting future.