Pioneer Days

Step back in time at Fort Belmont’s Annual Pioneer Days!


Special appearances include:

Abe Lincoln – Hear tales from the president who shaped a nation
Minnesota Jack Sparrow – The high seas meet the prairie with this crowd favorite
New Ulm Garrison – Living history soldiers portraying frontier military life
Author Steve Ulmen – Sharing stories and signing books about the Old West

Come hungry! Food and drink will be available for purchase on-site, so you can enjoy local favorites while soaking in the atmosphere.

Don’t miss the New Ulm Battery, firing their authentic Civil War-era cannon every half hour on Sunday, starting at 10:00 AM with the final blast at 4:00 PM!

Bring the whole family for a weekend of fun, learning, and unforgettable moments.

Celebrate the spirit of the 1800s with a weekend of immersive, hands-on history. Join buck skinners, reenactors, and history lovers as Fort Belmont comes alive with the sights, sounds, and stories of Minnesota’s frontier past.

Enjoy primitive camping, open-fire cooking, blacksmithing, lefse making, weaving, and live demonstrations of trades and traditions from the 1800s. Meet historical characters, watch skilled artisans at work, and take in the full pioneer experience.

Experience life on the frontier — only at Fort Belmont’s Pioneer Days!

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