March for Parks
This annual event is held each April in conjunction with Earth Day. The event is sponsored by the Friends of Makoshika in conjunction with Makoshika State Park. Participants walk four miles to show their support for healthy living and a healthy planet.
Buzzard Day - June 14th, 2008
Buzzard Day is an annual event held on the second weekend of June. It is a celebration of the return of the Turkey Vulture (buzzard), who is an inhabitant of the park.
The day begins with breakfast and the Makoshika Market. Attendees can participate in kite flying, hikes, an archery demonstration, water balloon launch, art show, crafts, children's games and food. For brave souls, there is a Kid's Run, Fun Run/Walk, 5K and a 10K also known as Montana's Toughest 10K. Buzzard Day is a full day of fun for the whole family!
The evening is wrapped up with a concert. This year's event will feature Cotton Wood. Cotton Wood plays everything from lively bluegrass, to pop and country.
Adult Campfire Program
The Campfire Program will be held at the Hiatt Amphitheater every other Thursday evening at 7pm, beginning June 5th and ending on August 28, 2008. Check back for a program schedule.
Summer Youth Program
The Youth Program will be held every Thursday morning from 9:30am to 11:30am, June 5th through August 28th, 2008. An end of season campout will be scheduled for August. The programs are designed for kids ages 7-12. Check back for a list of topics. Registration forms will be available beginning in May at the Visitor Center.
Shakespeare in the Park - July 14th, 2008
Montana Shakespeare in the Park will be performing Macbeth on Monday, July 14th. This is the second year that Friends of Makoshika will pay the sponsorships fees to bring Shakespeare in the Park's professional production to Makoshika State Park. The traveling troupe will perform at 7pm at the Park Amphitheater. Admission is free.
