2008 |
| April 4 |
Bully Pulpit Golf Course Season Opens (Weather permitting) |
| April 25-27 |
Grand Opening - Interpretive Center at the Chateau de Mores State Historic Site of North Dakota |
| April 26 |
Medora’s 125th Anniversary Ball: A gala event celebrating 125 years of Medora’s history. Main activities include wine tasting, old-fashioned dance, and late evening buffet. Traditional western attire encouraged. For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
| May 1 |
Cattle Drive Trail Marker Ceremony: Held at the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame, this ceremony marks Medora’s heritage and direct involvement with the Great Western Cattle Trail from Texas to Canada. Nine million cattle and horses came up the trail. For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
| May 17 |
Ribs and Bluegrass: Enjoy the tastiest barbeque ribs and hot bluegrass music in the badlands. For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
| May 24-25 |
Cowboy Poetry Gathering: Cowboy-up in Historic Medora with this annual Old West event. Local and nationalcowboy poets and western artists present their talents on this Memorial Day Weekend gathering. For more information contact Bill Lowman at 701-872-4746. |
| May 30 |
Medora Musical and Pitchfork Steak Fondue open |
| May 31 |
Bully Run second annual road race. Run or walk, 5K or 10K - Register |
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| June 1 |
Theodore Roosevelt National Park 54th Annual Bird Walk: Join us at 6:30 a.m. MDT at the Cottonwood Campground. For more information contact the Theodore Roosevelt Nature & History Association at 701-623-4884. |
| June 2 |
Razzle Dazzle Red Hat Day in Medora |
| June 14 |
Flag Day and All Horse Parade: Beginning at 2:00 p.m. MDT through the streets of downtown Medora, this unique parade is limited to horses and horse-drawn carriages. Out-of-town entries welcome! For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
| June 14 |
Frontier Army Re-enactment: See history come alive with this group performing military re-enactments. |
| June 14-15 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Western Heritage Days: A weekend celebration of the western lifestyle of days gone by. For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| June 15 |
Ecumenical Worship Service |
| June 16-21 |
Medora Fossil Dig |
| June 20-21 |
Medora’s Antique Classic Car Show |
| June 21-22 |
Custer Trail Days: Follow the trail of General Armstrong Custer as he meets his demise out west. For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| June 21-22 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Wild West Barrel Racing: Watch this exciting test of horsemanship agility at the Ranchorama Rodeo Grounds. For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| June 22 |
Bully Expedition - 4th Grader’s Day |
| June 24 - August 1 |
Smithsonian Institution Exhibit Between Fences:
The exhibit is on display at the Chateau de Mores State Historic Site through August 1, 2008. Free admission to the public |
| June 30 |
Burning Hills Amphitheatre 50th Anniversary Celebration: In 1958 the Burning Hills Amphitheatre began its first production of Ol’ Four Eyes. Join us for this special celebration as we recognize 50 years of great entertainment at this beautiful venue. Stay tuned for special offers on this celebratory event! |
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| July 4 & 5 |
Independence Day Parade: Fun, family parades held at 3:30 p.m. MDT through the streets of downtown Medora. Out-of-town entries are welcome! Parade Registration Form |
| July 4 |
Fireworks Spectator Spectacular in downtown Medora following the Medora Musical. This professional fireworks display will amaze with vibrant colors, patterns, and presentation. |
| July 20 |
Veteran’s Day in Medora |
| July 20 |
Adolph Burkhardt Country Western Concert: A variety of country entertainers perform at the Medora Community Center at 2:00 p.m. MDT. Admission is only $6. |
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| Aug 1 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Annual Patio Dinner & Dance: For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| Aug 2 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony: Held at 1:00 p.m. MDT at the Tjaden Terrace, this year marks the tenth annual induction ceremony. For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| Aug 3 |
52nd Annual Home on the Range Champions Ride Rodeo: Held at Home on the Range near Sentinel Butte. |
| Aug 9 |
Sperry Horse Sale |
| Aug 30 |
Blues Festival Moved to South of Mandan, ND at the Huff Hills Ski Area. For more information call Steve Stelton at 701-391-0799 or email steamer@bis.midco.net. |
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| Sept 6 |
Badlands Trail Run - Register |
| Sept 6 |
Final Performance of the 2008 Medora Musical |
| Sept 6-7 |
Badlands Appreciation Weekend |
| Sept 12 |
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame Team Penning/Ranch Sorting Event: Watch as cowboys showcase their skills in roping, horsemanship, and teamwork at the Ranchorama Rodeo Grounds. For more information contact the NDCHF at 701-623-2000. |
| Sept 13 |
Theodore Roosevelt’s 150th Birthday Celebration: Come celebrate this extraordinary man in his beloved badlands.
3:00 PM Legendary Theodore Roosevelt - Clay Jenkinson, brings Theodore Roosevelt to life with stories of TR's time ranching and hunting in the North Dakota Badlands. Enjoy a mix of drama, cowboy poetry by Bill Lowman, cowboy songs of the trail performed by Prairie Public's Merrill Piepkorn, and the Radio Stars, along with special soloist Job Christenson.
5:30 PM Buffalo Pit Barbeque - Enjoy old-fashioned buffalo pit barbeque as you relax with music of the Old West.
Adults: $20 Students: $10
TR Package Deal $109 (two people):
- One night lodging at Bunkhouse
- 2 tickets to Legendary TR Program & Meal
- Breakfast for 2 at the Chuckwagon Buffet
($119 at the Badlands Motel)
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| Sept 27 |
Old-Time Music Festival/Dance: It’s Polka Time! Kick up your heels or sit back and listen to great old-time polka music. This all-day event will be held at the Medora Community Center. |
| Oct 25 |
Craft Show in the Badlands: Handmade arts and crafts at the Medora Community Center. For more information call 701-623-4474. |
| Nov 7 |
Wildlife Feed: Eat on the “wild” side! Hunters and friends are all welcome to this annual food extravaganza. Menu includes various dishes made with wild game such as elk, bison, pheasant, and deer. For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
| Dec 5-7 |
Medora’s Old-Fashioned Cowboy Christmas: A unique way to celebrate Christmas and a great reason to visit Medora in the winter. Holiday activities kick-off with a cowboy jamboree Friday evening. The fun continues through the weekend with great food, fun holiday activities, and lively music. For more information contact the Medora Area CVB at 701-623-4829. |
