Three performances of the Medora Musical, a popular outdoor variety show in Medora, North Dakota, were canceled due to a visit by former President Donald Trump on June 22, 2026. The cancellations affected shows scheduled for June 22, 23, and 24, as confirmed by the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation, which operates the musical.
Trump's visit to Medora, a historic town near Theodore Roosevelt National Park, included a rally at the local amphitheater. The foundation stated that the cancellations were necessary to accommodate security and logistical requirements for the event. Ticket holders for the canceled performances were offered refunds or exchanges for other dates.
The Medora Musical, a staple of North Dakota tourism since 1965, typically runs nightly during the summer season. The cancellations mark a rare disruption to the show's schedule, which has been interrupted previously only for extreme weather or major events.
Local officials and business owners expressed mixed reactions, with some welcoming the economic boost from Trump's visit and others disappointed by the loss of entertainment for tourists. The foundation did not disclose financial details of the cancellations.
