Events
Public events at Crimson Dawn Park & Museum include our Annual Midsummer Festival and occasional drumming circles. The park is also a popular site for weddings, family reunions, and other such functions. Some of these events are featured here and if you would like a photo of your event posted please contact the site administrator. If you need further information on how to reserve areas of the park for your special event please contact the Natrona County Parks Road and Bridge Department. Both of these can be reached through our Contact page.
Annual Midsummer Festival Gallery
Since June 21, 1929 Crimson Dawn has celebrated Summer Solstice in a very special way. As the first trails and shrines were built through the woods to enchanted places which evoked stories about the mystical mountain inhabitants the spark of creation burst forth. Later Neal Forsling led her friends along the winding paths in the dark with lanterns sharing stories and a potluck finale. Today the tradition continues with an evening storytelling walk through the network of shrines culminating with the yearly Midsummer Bonfire atop the southern Red Butte. Cookies and hot chocolate follow the event. Join the fun and forest frolic and become part of the annual tradition.
“Attend the Midsummer’s Eve Event at the park which is held every year on June 21st, come rain or shine. Bring your coat, your kids, and your friends and enjoy the magical story of Crimson Dawn as has been passed on for generations” (CDA President 2011, Phil Pike).
Gathered together before the Annual Midsummer Storytelling Festival of 2007 the cast of characters eagerly prepare to greet the crowd.
Photo provided by Athne Machdane.
The Blind Mistrel shares his lovely music with two young visitors at the throne of the Cardinal Witch atop the Red Butte.
Photo provided by Athne Machdane.
Vermillion and the Lavender Witch welcome the crowd to their mountain shrine.
Photo provided by Athne Machdane.
Character portraits courtesy of Athne Machdane.
Crimson Dawn Wedding Gallery
Weddings have become a favorite feature of Crimson Dawn Park & Museum. Most are held in the Woodland Theater, but some have been known to favor the top of the butte or other areas of the park. Some of the fabulous weddings that have taken place at the park are featured here. We would love to add your wedding photo to our Crimson Dawn Wedding Gallery. Just contact the administrator by using our convenient Contact page. Let your special day become a piece of Crimson Dawn history.
Other Crimson Dawn Events Gallery
Many other events take part at Crimson Dawn Park & Museum. This gallery is being built to share these events with all. If you have a past or current event you would like added here please contact the administrator by using our convenient Contact page. Become a part of the Crimson Dawn community by sharing your part of history’s creation.
(Other Event Slideshow Gallery Coming Soon)