Event Details (U.S. National Park Service)

A person in reenactor clothing, including a gold belt buckle that says "US" holds a lantern at dusk

Fort Davis National Historic Site's Annual Lantern Tours are back!
On this one night of the year, join park staff in this free event as they guide visitors by lantern light through reenacted scenes of daily life at the fort.

The Lantern Tours will be held the evening of Saturday, October 10, 2026. There will be eight tours, one hour in length, beginning at 6:40 pm for those who prefer more daylight. Each tour is limited to 20 guests and reservations are recommended as spots fill up quickly.

Tour times are as follows: 6:40, 6:55, 7:10, 7:25, 7:40, 7:55, 8:10, 8:25. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your selected tour.

Flashlights are allowed to assist with walking from scene to scene, closed-toe footwear is encouraged.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Reservation or Registration

Each tour is limited to 20 guests and reservations are recommended as spots fill up quickly. Reservations open on Sunday, September 27, 2026, and can be made by calling the Fort Davis NHS Visitor Center at 432-426-3224.

Schedule

Date:

Oct 10, 2026

Time:

6:30 PM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes