Winter in Medora
Snow Much to Do
The weather outside may be frightful, but Medora is a delightful winter wonderland this time of year! With bison and buttes, snow and sweeping vistas, Theodore Roosevelt National Park is a great place to explore on a winter day.
New Years Eve Bash
December 31, 2024
A New Year’s Eve soirée that honors the timeless traditions of Old-World Europe. Enjoy a night of fine dining, cocktails, and memories to kickstart the new year.
ROMANCE IN MEDORA
February 7-8 & 14-15, 2025
Bring your special someone and enjoy a little getaway for this special day, highlighted by a couples dinner at Theodore’s Dining Room and an evening at the historic Rough Riders Hotel.
2024 Concert Series
2025 Dates Coming Soon
The Starlets
February 23 & 24
The iconic sounds of 1950s and 1960s girl groups and Motown when radio was king.
The Floras
May 10 & 11
Americana hymns and Country Gospel songs brought to you live in full harmony.
Cash vs. The King
APRIL 12-13
You can’t help falling in love with hits from two of the world’s rock ‘n’ roll legends.
All Upcoming Special Events
Events
Where to Eat
Theodore’s Dining Room
Breakfast Daily | 7:00am-10:00am
Dinner Wed – Sun | 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Enjoy a modern culinary experience with all the character of the old west at Theodore’s Dining Room located inside the historic Rough Riders Hotel.
TR’s Tavern
Wed – Sun | 4:30pm – 10:00pm
Located in Theodore’s Dining Room, stop by TR’s Tavern for a specialty craft cocktail, or local beer on tap.
Boots Bar & Grill
Daily | 11:00am-11:00pm
At Boots our mission is to be the number one bar and restaurant in North Dakota with a welcoming atmosphere; to provide impeccable and efficient customer service with a smile; to challenge and motivate our employees; and to ensure consistent and profitable growth.
Hidden Springs
Daily | 7:00am-4:00pm
Coffee Shop located off I-94 in Historic Medora, North Dakota. Serving Espresso, Lattes, Smoothies, Frappés, bakery items, chocolates and gifts, and more!
Little Missouri Saloon
Daily | 11:00am-1:00am
Medora’s oldest Saloon & Steakhouse. Established as a place where local cowboys could hang their hats, this saloon is located in the heart of Medora and features blackjack, video gaming, and pull-tabs. Open year-round and specializing in beef, bison, and elk steaks, the historic Little Missouri Saloon also offers the largest selection of on-tap craft beers in the area.
What to Do
Chateau de Mores
Tues-Sat | 9:00am-5:00pm
Chateau de Mores – This 26-room, two-story frame building was built in 1883 as the summer residence of the Marquis’s family. The Chateau is now a historic house museum and contains many of the original furnishings and personal effects of the de Mores family.
North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame
Now – December 8 | Daily | 9:00am-6:00pm
December 9 – April 30 | Closed
Medora’s history was built on the back of a horse. Experience the legends of cowboys, cowgirls, and Native Americans in this immersive museum experience.
South Unit Visitor Center
Daily | 9:00am-4:30pm
At the visitor center rangers can assist with trip planning, and issue backcountry permits. Theodore Roosevelt’s Maltese Cross Cabin, located just outside, is open for self-guided tours year-round. Ranger-led cabin tours are offered in the summer. The park film, Refuge of the American Spirit, is shown in the theater. A bookstore sells books, postcards, and more. A museum houses artifacts from Theodore Roosevelt’s presidency and time in the Badlands.
Where to Shop
Buffalo Gap Gift Shop
Open Event Weekends
Medora’s historic gift shop selling unique giftware, home décor, and other handmade goods.
Rough Riders Gift
Open Event Weekends
Rough Riders Gift is filled with treasures you’ll only find in Medora. Stop in to shop clothing, accessories, glasswork, home goods and art.
Lilly & Zella’s
Open Event Weekends
Next door to the Rough Rider Gift Shop, Lily & Zella’s is the newest boutique store downtown! It features the season’s cutest clothes and accessories.
Bar Diamond Bar Boutique & Gallery
Daily | 10:00am-5:00pm
Shop the most unique boutique in the Badlands for that perfect item to enjoy well after your trip to Medora. Timeless pieces for all to enjoy.
Chasing Horses
Wed-Mon | 10:00am-4:00pm
Chasing Horses offers unique, one-of-a-kind merchandise that highlights the wild horses of TRNP.
JQ Clothing
Daily | 10:00am-6:00pm
Shop JQ’s fashionable and trendy wears at affordable prices. We have all the latest looks for women of all sizes Small – 3X. Whether you’re looking for tops, pants, dresses, jewelry, or accessories, you can surely find them right here in Medora. We are not only a women’s clothing boutique but carry a complete line of home décor and accessories. PLUS an entire store filled with kids’ items! Toys, clothing, jewelry, plush animals, books, swimwear, hats, and so much more! We are the go-to store for all you savvy fashionistas.
Medora Boot & Western Wear
Wed-Mon | 10:00am-5:00pm
We carry a wide variety of exotic boots, including ostrich, bison, caiman, pirarucu (big fish), and elk. We also offer custom boots through a couple of our brands and can assist you in personalizing and ensuring your boots are made to your exact specifications.
Medora C Store
Daily | 5:30am-9:00pm
Despite our name, we are more than your average Convenience Store & Gas Station. We have a wide variety of items to offer. We have home décor, clothing, unique foods, body care products, gifts, and souvenirs just to name a few. We are your local liquor store and carry a wide variety of beer, wine, and liquor. We are very well known for our Homemade Breakfast Sandwiches that we make fresh daily from 5:30am-9:00am. We also have a make-your-own sandwich & salad bar along with your average grab-and-go snacks. We also carry a small selection of grocery and health products in case you forgot something.
Western Edge Bookstore
Daily | 9:00am-6:00pm
Located in Medora, North Dakota’s #1 tourist destination! In the beautiful and historic Little Missouri Badlands!
In the News
Medora ranked #6 coziest town in the USA!
If you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle, Medora is the place to be. Ranking #6 in the Cozy Town Index, with a score of 80.13, Medora’s small-town charm makes it feel like you are truly getting away.
“Travelers can’t help but fall in love with the kindness and welcoming attitude shown by locals and other travelers coming through.”
LITTLE PICTURES. BIG MOMENTS.