Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore

Name: Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore
Start: 2025-05-24T00:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-09-30T23:59:59-06:00

May 24 - September 30

Under the starlit canvas of the night sky, join us for a unique celebration that lights up the monumental faces of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln. The Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore is not just any event—it’s a glowing tribute to democracy, freedom, and the enduring spirit of America. Held amid the splendor of the Black Hills and Badlands of South Dakota, this event promises an unforgettable experience where history meets majesty.

May 24-August 10

Evening lighting program begins at 9:00 pm
Sculpture illumination 9:30 pm to 11:00 pm

August 11-September 30

Evening lighting program begins at 8:00 pm
Sculpture illumination 8:30 pm to 11:00 pm

Details

Start:: May 24
End:: September 30
Website:: https://www.nps.gov/moru/planyourvisit/hours.htm