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Mt Rushmore Lighting Ceremony Shared Tour

9 pm Lighting Ceremony: May 22nd - August 9th We would pick you up from your Rapid City hotel at 7:30-7:45 pm in 7 or 12 passenger van depending on if we have others going. It is a 45 minute drive to Mt Rushmore. You would have half an hour to get to the amphitheater to get a seat for the program that starts at 9:00 pm. There is a 10 minute Ranger Talk about some topic about the 4 presidents. After the talk is a 20 minute video about the growth of the country in relation to the 4 presidents. At 9:30 pm, the Star Spangled Banner is sung and the lights go on the faces. Veterans and military are invited to the stage to help retire the flag and be honored. It is about a 45 minute program. We do have blankets for you in your vans if it is a chilly night. But, plan on bringing a jacket as it cools off once the sun goes down. We would get you back to Rapid City around 10:45 pm.

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A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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9 pm lighting ceremony: may 22nd - august 9th, we would pick you up from your rapid city hotel at 7:30-7:45 pm in 7 or 12 passenger van depending on if we have others going. it is a 45 minute drive to mt rushmore. you would have half an hour to get to the amphitheater to get a seat for the program that starts at 9:00 pm. there is a 10 minute ranger talk about some topic about the 4 presidents. after the talk is a 20 minute video about the growth of the country in relation to the 4 presidents. at 9:30 pm, the star spangled banner is sung and the lights go on the faces. , veterans and military are invited to the stage to help retire the flag and be honored. it is about a 45 minute program. we do have blankets for you in your vans if it is a chilly night. but, plan on bringing a jacket as it cools off once the sun goes down. we would get you back to rapid city around 10:45 pm.

Includes

  • Snacks
  • admission fees
  • english speaking guide
  • bottled water
  • in-vehicle air conditioning

Excludes

  • Optional dinner at mt rushmore is on your own
  • gratuities

Other

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • specialized infant seats are available
  • your guide will pull up in front of your hotel with a van that says "affordable adventures" on the side windows. please meet the guide by the front entrance of your hotel.

Customer Reviews

10/10
Based on 9 Reviews
Mary_W
• Jul 13, 2026 06:02:53 PM
Summary: The actual tour company you booked us with = was fabulous.They were very knowledgeable about the area and event.
exploringwarmth
• Jul 12, 2026 12:44:25 PM
Summary: For our Mt. Rushmore Night Lighting Tour, we were picked up in a mini bus with twelve other tourists. Our driver, Jerry, was very entertaining and nice. He gave us helpful information for the evening and made an extra special stop on our way home so that we could see Mt. Rushmore lit up through the eye of a nearby tunnel. The evening wasn’t too chilly (June 12), but we appreciated the small blankets that were provided. Jerry told us about the opportunity for veterans to join in lowering the colors on stage and the best place to sit if we were interested. My husband did participate and it was a memorable experience! ‘So glad we used Affordable Adventures for the convenience and extra tips that were provided to make our evening fun!
Culture405979
• Jul 11, 2026 11:54:30 AM
Summary: Light ceremony is well done. Worth the stop.

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Visitors consistently mention the excellent service, knowledgeable guides, and memorable experiences. The tour holds an impressive average review score of 10.0 out of 10.0 based on 11 verified traveler reviews, reflecting its strong reputation among guests.
Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Mt Rushmore Lighting Ceremony Shared Tour are as follows: A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time. no refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time. Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the activity description.
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