End: Saturday, December 12, 2026 - 04:00 pm
Step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and smells of Christmas on the frontier! Join military and civilian reenactors at the Custer House for an afternoon of historic presentations, holiday traditions, games, carols, period food and beverages, historic firearm demonstrations (conditions permitting), and more. All ages are welcome! Stay for the afternoon or stop by for a little while. There’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Ongoing Activities
- Victorian holiday decorations and crafts
- Historical scavenger hunt
- Victorian and military costume photo opportunity
Food and Beverages
- Assorted cookies
- Eggnog
- Hot chocolate
- Apple cider
Admission and Park Entry
Event tickets are required and will be available at the Commissary Store.
- Adults: $8
- Children: $5
- Children under 5: Free
A $7 daily vehicle pass or an ND State Parks Annual Pass is also required for park entry.
Please Note
- The Custer House is not wheelchair accessible.
- Dogs are not permitted inside the Commissary or Custer House unless they are registered service animals.
Keep the Holiday Spirit Going
Join us the following day, Sunday, December 13, for the annual Light the Blockhouse Hike!