America 250 Celebration

July 2-5, 2026 | Medora, ND

In 2026, the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

Across the country, communities will gather to celebrate this milestone together – with official celebrations in New York City, Philadelphia, California, and North Dakota. Medora is proud to be part of this national celebration.

Join us to celebrate the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library with an America 250 Festival, Free entry to Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and of course the Medora Musical and all of your Medora favorites.

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America 250 Itinerary

America 250
Festival

July 2-5

Join us in Medora for three days of celebration featuring a food truck festival, patriotic retail vendor market, beer garden, live entertainment, and kids’ area.

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Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Grand Opening

July 4

Theodore Roosevelt remains one of the most influential figures in American history. A New Yorker by birth and a North Dakotan by choice, his time in the Badlands helped shape his leadership and legacy. The library features immersive exhibits that guide visitors through chapters of Roosevelt’s life.

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Medora Musical

Daily, 7:30 PM

The Medora Musical is the rootin’-tootinest, boot-scootinest show in all the Midwest. There’s no other show quite like it.

Pitchfork Steak Fondue

Daily, 5:30 PM

Enjoy a meal at the Pitchfork Steak Fondue. Experience steak cooked the cowboy way.

Teddy Roosevelt Show with Brunch

July 2 & 4, 9:00 AM

Buffet of brunch favorites and America’s legendary 26th President brought to life!

Medora Gospel Brunch

July 3 & 5, 9:00 AM

Enjoy a meal with music at the Medora Gospel Brunch. Pair your breakfast with sounds of praise.

Bully Pulpit Golf Course

Daily, sunrise to sunset

Tee off at Bully Pulpit with views of the Badlands on every round. Spend your day on this course.

Trail Rides at the Medora Riding Stables

Daily, 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM

Experience the Badlands the way Theodore Roosevelt would have in 1883! Our friendly trail guides will take you on a Badlands adventure along buttes and canyons that is sure to create an unforgettable memmory.

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Free and Family events continue to be added

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