Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park - Events

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. 

Join the Fort Abraham Lincoln team for a beloved holiday tradition as we light up the iconic infantry post blockhouse for the 2026 holiday season! The hike begins and ends at the park Visitor Center, where visitors can enjoy warm fire pits, a holiday-themed hot chocolate bar and hot coffee before and after the hike.