Christmas Market at the Trading Post
Nov
18
to Dec 30

Christmas Market at the Trading Post

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Find unique and original gifts for Christmas giving or your own enjoyment! The Trading Post Gift Shop is open for your pleasure, with gift ideas from a variety of vendors. Come in and enjoy hot cocoa as you browse.

If you are interested in being a vendor, contact us at 515-573-4231.

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Holiday Gala featuring the White Sidewalls
Dec
28
6:30 PM18:30

Holiday Gala featuring the White Sidewalls

Rock and Roll is Here to Stay! Join us for a Holiday Gala with the White Sidewalls! Swanee and the bank is keeping Rock allive and we are ready to roll! A night of entertainment on December 28, 2024 reserved in advance is $500 for VIP table (think front row, champagne and finger food); $50 per couple; $30 individual. Ticket purchased same day/at the door is $40 each/$75 per Couple.

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Dicken's of a Christmas Vendor Event
Nov
16
9:00 AM09:00

Dicken's of a Christmas Vendor Event

  • 1 Museum Road Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 (map)
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Plan to start your Christmas shopping at the Fort Opera House at the Dicken’s of a Christmas Vendor Event! Handcrafted items, artwork and more! Santa may show up and music will fill the air. A wonderful start to the Holiday Season!

Contact Jennifer Martin at craftsunited@gmail.com for registration.

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Dr. Rebecca Foster - Clairvoyant Medium Gallery Reading
Oct
25
6:00 PM18:00

Dr. Rebecca Foster - Clairvoyant Medium Gallery Reading

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Join us with Dr. Rebecca Foster in the Fort Opera House for an evening Gallery Reading on October 25th from 6-8pm to delve into the mysteries of the spirit world.

Dr. Rebecca Foster, with 38 years of experience, is a renowned clairvoyant medium. Specializing in communicating with ghosts, fairies, aliens, and more, she offers unique insights and connections to the paranormal world.


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A Haunted Evening at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village
Oct
19
4:30 PM16:30

A Haunted Evening at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village

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HAUNTED VILLAGE AND FORT TOURS Friday and Saturday 4:30pm to 10pm

Friday October 18th - Kid Friendly ! Start the Fun with Trunk or Treat at 4:00pm - 6:30pm -

Friday and Saturday, Oct 18 and 19 - Tours 4:30pm to 10pm

Come out and challenge your scare reflexes as you walk through the village and fort at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village. Tours begin at 4:30pm for those wanting a tamer experience. Scarier experiences will be available from 6:30pm to 10:00pm.

The fun begins at the Opera House - 1 Museum Road, Fort Dodge.

Entry is $5 per person. Families of 4 or more is $20.

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BBQ Battle
Oct
19
9:00 AM09:00

BBQ Battle

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The Fort Dodge BBQ & Chili Lovers Society is holding a BBQ competition for the area Grill Meisters and those wanting to prove their skill. Cooks Meetung Friday night 7pm at the Opera House.

Saturday Event opens to the Public at 1 pm and event will run until 4pm.

Contact Justin Goodno for further information at 515-570-6162 bbqandchili.lovers@gmail.com

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A Haunted Evening at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village
Oct
18
4:30 PM16:30

A Haunted Evening at the Fort Museum and Frontier Village

  • 1 Museum Road Fort Dodge, IA, 50501 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Fort Museum is looking for bodies to populate a haunted village and fort. with zombie, ghosts and creeps. Bring your imagination and get your scare on!

Contact Debra Davis at deb.davis@fortmuseumfv.com or complete the information below.

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FLEA MARKET AND VENDOR FAIR
Sep
21
9:00 AM09:00

FLEA MARKET AND VENDOR FAIR

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  • Google Calendar ICS

The Second Flea Market and Vendor Fair at the Fort Museum an Frontier Village has indoor and outdoor spots availalable.

Booths are $30 for one booth and $50 for two 10x10. Vendors may sell rummage sale goods, holiday items, handcrafted items, antiques, trinkets, signs, artwork, clothing, etc. NO ANIMALS.

Message below for further information and application. Or stop at the Fort Trading Post,

Please identify what the payment is for and the applicable date(s) for the submission.

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FLEA MARKET AND VENDOR FAIR
Aug
24
9:00 AM09:00

FLEA MARKET AND VENDOR FAIR

  • Fort Museum and Frontier Village (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Bargains, Baubles and Binge shopping. The Fort Museum is holding the first in a series of Flea Market and Vendor Fair events at the Fort Opera House. Indoor and outdoor spots available for August 24th and September 21st. October and November (TBD) will be inside.

Booths are $30 for one booth and $50 for two 10’x10’. One table and 2 chairs are provided for each booth indoors. Electricity is limited. First come, first served for access.

Vendors may sell rummage sale goods, holiday items, handcrafted items, antiques, trinkets, signs, artwork, clothing, etc. NO ANIMALS.

Message below for further information and application. Or stop at the Fort Trading Post,

Debra Davis

1 Musuem Road

Fort Dodge, Iowa 50501

deb.davis@fortmuseumfv.com

515-573-4231

Please identify what the payment is for and the applicable date(s) on the submission.



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Foam Party!
Jul
23
7:00 PM19:00

Foam Party!

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Girl’s State Softball is going on and the Fort wants to welcome the teams to Fort Dodge with a foam party. The evening fun begins at 7:00 pm with Dugan Rentals providing suds of fun. A $5:00 fee will get you in to enjoy a bubbly good time. Everyone is welcome!

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2024 Frontier Days
May
31
to Jun 2

2024 Frontier Days

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  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for the 49th annual Frontier Days. This year’s theme is How the West was Won One.

Friday Opening Ceremonies start at 5:00 PM - Gates open at 4:30 PM.

Watch our Facebook page for updates on our entertainment and events.

Wristbands are $10. Members can receive $2 off if purchased at the Trading Post.

Kevin Horner – Ventriloquist

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 5:45 PM

- 8:15 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 11:45 AM

- 2:15 PM

- 5:15 PM

Poppin Penelope’s Family Magic Show

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 6:00 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 12:30 PM

- 2:45 PM

- 5:45 PM

- 8:00 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 10:15 AM

- 1:15 PM

- 2:45 PM

Nick’s Kids Show

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 6:30 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 1:30 PM

- 4:30 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 10:30 AM

- 1:30 PM

Fantastic Foam Party

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 6:45 PM

- 9:30 PM (Glow Foam Party)

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 12:00 PM

- 3:00 PM

- 6:00 PM

- 9:45 PM (Glow Foam Party)

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 12:00 PM

- 3:00 PM

Stadium Drive (Under the Tent)

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 7:00 PM

DJ Bingo (Frontier Opera House)

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 7:00 PM

Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 7:00 PM

- 8:30 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 2:00 PM

- 3:45 PM

- 7:15 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 12:30 PM

- 3:45 PM

Jim Mitchell - Hypnotist

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 7:30 PM

- 9:00 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 12:45 PM

- 4:15 PM

- 6:45 PM

- 7:45 PM

- 9:30 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 11:15 AM

- 12:45 PM

- 2:15 PM

- 3:30 PM

Peter’s One-Man Danger Circus Spectacular

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 7:45 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 1:00 PM

- 3:30 PM

- 6:30 PM

- 8:45 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 11:45 AM

- 2:00 PM

Opening Ceremony

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- 5:30 PM

Parade

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 10:00 AM

Hole In the Sock Gang - Cowboy Shoot 'Em Up on Front Street

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 11:00 AM

- 3:00 PM

- 5:00 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 12:00 PM

- 3:00 PM

First Responders Day

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Army Of the Southwest

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 11:30 AM – Cannon Demo

- 12:30 PM – Infantry Drill/Demo

- 1:30 PM – Rifle Demo

- 2:30 PM – Skirmish

- 3:30 PM – Cannon demo/Medical/Musket Shooting

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 9:30 AM - Church

- 10:00 AM – Camp Opens

- 11:00 AM – Cannon Demo

- 12:30 PM – Infantry Drill/Demo

- 1:30 PM – Rifle Demo

- 2:30 PM – Skirmish

- 3:30 PM – Cannon demo/Medical/Musket Shooting

VDA Powerstars Opera House

- FRIDAY, MAY 31, 2024

- Opening Ceremonies 5:30 PM

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 1:30 PM

Audi Crooks Opera House

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 2:00 PM

Don’t Try This at Home Show

- SATURDAY, JUNE 1, 2024

- 5:00 PM

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 11:00 AM

Riddled with Class

Saturday, June 1, 2024

- 6:30 PM

Church in the Chapel – Hillbilly Bob

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 9:30 AM

Jesse Kinch (Frontier Opera House)

- Concert

- 8:30 PM

– Meet & Greet

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 11:00 AM

Love Bomb – Frontier Opera House

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 12:00 PM

Karaoke (Frontier Opera House)

- SUNDAY, JUNE 2, 2024

- 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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"Eat Pizza, Preserve History: Support the Fort Museum with Every Slice!"
Apr
23
11:00 AM11:00

"Eat Pizza, Preserve History: Support the Fort Museum with Every Slice!"

Help Preserve History: Eat at Pizza Hut on April 23rd and Support the Fort Museum and Frontier Village - Just Mention Your Support!"

Eat in, take out, and delivery.

Mark your calendars for April 23, 2024, because we're having a pizza party at Pizza Hut in Fort Dodge! When you swing by, don't forget to mention that you're backing the Fort Museum. Plus, every delicious bite helps out - 20% of anything over $200 goes straight to supporting the museum. Let's eat some pizza and make a difference! 🍕🏛️

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Fort Dodge Coin Club presents the Fort Dodge Coin Show
Apr
20
to Apr 21

Fort Dodge Coin Club presents the Fort Dodge Coin Show

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Get ready to dive into numismatic bliss at the Fort Dodge Coin Show, hosted by the Fort Dodge Coin Club! Join us on April 20th and 21st for a dazzling display of coins, paper money, and collectibles, spread across 30+ tables. With free parking and admission, it's an event you won't want to miss! Friday's hours are from 12 PM to 6:30 PM, and Saturday's from 9 AM to 3 PM. See you there!

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Fort Dodge Chili Cook-Off - March 9, 2024
Mar
9
11:00 AM11:00

Fort Dodge Chili Cook-Off - March 9, 2024

Does everyone you know LOVE your chili? Well isn’t it about time to share it with others? The FD Chili Lovers’ Present the Fort Dodge Chili Cook-off with over $500 in prizes.

If you are interested in showcasing your Chili, please send a text with info to (515)570-6162.

If you aren’t the chef in the family or community, come on down and enjoy multiple varieties of Chili and vote for your favorite. Saturday March 9, 2024, doors open to the public at 10:30 AM.

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