Cheyenne Frontier Days to celebrate ‘Day of the American West’
CHEYENNE — Cheyenne Frontier Days will join the U.S. Department of the Interior in celebrating the “Day of the American West” on July 23 as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration.
“Through a formal order issued by the Secretary of the Interior, July 23, 2026, was designated as the Day of the American West in recognition of the region’s role in shaping the nation’s history, culture and identity. The order specifically recognizes Cheyenne Frontier Days for its longstanding role in celebrating and preserving Western heritage and traditions,” CFD said in a news release.
CFD will take place July 17-26.
“Cheyenne Frontier Days is a celebration of the American West and is rooted in stewardship and community,” CFD CEO Tom Hirsig said in the release. “We’re honored to be part of America 250 during our 130th celebration and look forward to recognizing the people and traditions that continue to shape the West today by sharing them with future generations.”
Cheyenne Frontier Days will join the U.S. Department of the Interior in celebrating the “Day of the American West” on July 23 as part of the nationwide America 250 commemoration.


