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It's Time or Sleigh Bells and Santa at Fort Larned!

Man dressed as Santa in horse drawn carriage approaches the camera.
With help from Pete and Lil, Santa Claus drives his carriage around the Parade Ground at Fort Larned

© Janet Fleske

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News Release Date: December 5, 2023

Contact: Visitor Center, 620-285-6911

Come to Fort Larned for the annual Christmas Past celebration on December 9 from 11:00 to 3:30 pm. Get a picture with Santa then take a ride in his horse-drawn carriage, complete with sleigh bells and Christmas wreaths. Other activities include living history in the Barracks and Officers’ quarters, hot apple cider and popcorn in the Visitor Center, crafts and games for the kids, and demonstrations by the Fort’s blacksmith.

Please keep in mind that the event may be cancelled in the case of inclement weather.

Fort Larned National Historic Site is located six miles west of Larned on Kansas Highway 156. You find information on visiting on our Plan Your Visit page, by calling 620-285-6911, or by emailing us, For information on area tourism partners, lodging, dining, and community services go to the Larned Chamber's website, or call 620-285-6916.



Last updated: December 5, 2023

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Mailing Address:

1767 KS Hwy 156
Larned, KS 67550

Phone:

620-285-6911
This phone is answered during regular business hours. After hours calls will be answered the next day. Please select a mailbox or leave a message on the main extension when the fort is closed.

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