Frontier Fourth of July Celebration

Join us for a fun filled day at the Fort Laramie National Historic Site! Free to all and lots of activities throughout the fort!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9:30 A.M. – Military flag raising and cannon firing
10:00 A.M. – Historic games (greased pole climb, penny dive, sack race and 50-yard dash. Prizes will be awarded)
11:00 A.M. – “The Merchant Family” Concert
12:00 P.M. – National Salute (double cannon firing)
1:00 P.M. – Hank Cramer Concer
2:00 P.M. – Trotters Equestrian Drill Team
3:00 P.M. – Pony Express Program and Demonstrations
3:30 P.M. – “The Merchant Family” and Hank Cramer – Encore Presentations
4:30 P.M. – Junior Soldiers’ Drill (recommended for ages 7-12)
5:15 P.M. – Retreat Parade and Cannon Firing

ONGOING ACTIVITIES
9:30-7:00 – Cold Sarsaparilla, Root Beer, Birch Beer & Creme Soda at the Soldiers’ Bar
10:00-4:30 – Trader’s Store, Emigrant Wagon and Soldier’s Encampment Living History Stations Open
All Day – Picnic Area Open. Bring Your Own Picnic Lunch & Enjoy! (Food Service Will Not Be Available at the Park)