Fur Trade Days is a party. A time to gather with family, friends, former classmates and celebrate the Chadron community’s past, present, and future. In the last handful of years, awesome live music has been a cornerstone of that party and it’s high time for an upgrade!

We are excited to partner with Mac’s to bring you another outstanding Fur Trade Days Carnival in 2026! With 12 great rides, concessions, and the midway, Mac’s Carnival has something fun for kids of all ages.

Fur Trade Days is excited to bring you great entertainment downtown.

From food to finds, antiques and oddities, the Fur Trade Days Traders’ Market features food vendors and craft merchants from around the region and across the country; providing something of interest for just about everyone.

The 50th Annual Lions Club Fur Trade Days Parade starts at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 11 and proceeds down Main Street from Tenth to First streets. Candy and other goodies will be passed out along the parade route. Come early to claim a good seat and enjoy the excitement!

The Bordeaux Creek Fur Trade and Muzzleloading Association’s Rendezvous, located 3.5 miles east and 8 miles south of Chadron, is expected to open Thursday, July 9 for camp setup.

Family-friendly fun begins Friday at the Dawes County Court House Gazebo.