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Christmas at Old Fort Concho - Public Days

9:00a Sat, December 07, 2024 to 4:00p Sun, December 08, 2024

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark
630 S Oakes
San Angelo, Tx 76903

Sarah Ross
(325) 481-2646

Kick off the holiday season by visiting Fort Concho’s largest annual event. Held during the first full weekend in December, Christmas at Old Fort Concho transforms the fort’s 40 acres and 24 buildings into a winter wonderland.

Experience the Winter Rendezvous at Fort Concho, with campsites and hundreds of re-enactors and period traders who bring the 1800s to life. During daylight hours troops will drill, ride, and shoot their weapons on the Parade Ground. The artillery demonstrations (blanks, of course) will definitely catch your attention! Buffalo Soldiers will be part of the action.

Fort Concho was once the home of many Buffalo Soldiers over the years and even served as the Regimental Headquarters for the 10th Cavalry. Lt. Henry Flipper, the first African American graduate of West Point was stationed here with the 10th Cavalry for a time. Come out and hear stories about what life on the Texas Frontier was like for the Buffalo Soldiers.

Inside the fort’s many original buildings, merchants and artisans from across Texas and the Southwest offer many items to start your Christmas shopping. A Food Court will offer various food options; strolling musicians and staged musical activity will keep the grounds lively, and the Children’s Areas will have crafts and activities free for all youngsters.

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