From Rapid City: Mount Rushmore Illumination Ceremony
About this activity
Highlights
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Illumination of Mount Rushmore
- Mount Rushmore Night Lighting Tour.
- Private evening pickup in Rapid City.
- Ranger-led night ceremony experience.
Full description
Witness the stirring Mount Rushmore Lighting Ceremony, also known as the Mount Rushmore Evening Lighting Ceremony—a memorable ranger-led event honoring veterans and illuminating the majestic Presidents. Our guides share fascinating stories about the area, drawn from personal experience. With easy access to the monument, attentive service, and the awe-inspiring Mt Rushmore Lighting, you can relax and truly soak in the experience.
Included / Excluded
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Private transportation
- Admission to Mount Rushmore
- Gratuities
Meeting point
We'll pick you up directly from your accommodations in Rapid City. The driver should arrive 5 minutes early in a My XO Adventures vehicle.
Important information
Know before you book
- Pricing is based on a single group, and not per passenger.
- Insurance for your entire vacation is highly recommended
- Always check your credit card for travel protection and benefits.
Know before you go
- Bring weather appropriate clothing. (Jacket, layers)
- If you are a Veteran, be prepared to walk on stage to be honored.
- Lighting Ceremony start time varies throughout the year.
Cancellation policy
Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours but more than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: 50% refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no show: No refund
Reviews
My family and I had a fantastic time on the Badlands Sunset and Night Sky tour. The process was easy from booking to being picked up at our hotel. Logan was a great guide who shared his knowledge with us and answered all of our boys’ questions. We saw many amazing animals and sites at the perfect pace to enjoy everything. The night was amazing.
XO Adventures made my private tour with my family memorable. Logan, our guide, did an amazing job providing insight into the wonders of the badlands during our tour. His knowledge of the park, wild life and ecology, amiable conversation, and photography skills made the journey memorable. While our focus was the night sky, I received far more than I was expecting on the rest of the tour. I truly cannot recommend this tour group enough. This tour was an excellent way to experience the badlands. It would have been a true shame to miss out on such a rich experience, simply because I did know enough prior to setting off on my trip. Thank you Logan and My XO Adventures for giving my family great memories.
If you are visiting the Black Hills, the Devils Tower and Spearfish Canyon Adventure is an absolute can’t-miss! Our guide, Logan, did a true yeoman’s effort to make the day exceptional for the five of us. His depth of knowledge was remarkable—he effortlessly wove together the local history, geology, and fascinating backstories of every site along our route. He even tailored the experience to our group, sharing an incredible amount of insight about the local wildlife, including spot-on identification and facts about local birds for the birders in our group! The trip itself is brilliantly designed, balancing scenic drives, stunning overlooks, and short walks with a wonderfully flexible pace. There was never any rush, and we had plenty of time to take photos and absorb the breathtaking landscapes of the Northern Black Hills. Logan made every single moment enjoyable, informative, and fun. We loved every minute of this fabulous tour and cannot recommend Logan and this adventure enough!