Fort McCoy Armed Forces Day Open House 2025

Celebrate Armed Forces Day with us! 

This unique event offers the general public a once-a-year opportunity to visit Fort McCoy to learn more about the history and dynamic training-support mission of the Army’s largest installation in the Upper Midwest.
The open house takes place at Fort McCoy’s award-winning, historic Commemorative Area, which features the History Center, the military vehicle Equipment Park, six World War II-era historical buildings, and the Veterans Memorial Plaza.  Enjoy lots of booths and kids activities!

Fort McCoy staff and tenant units, as well as military-connected organizations from surrounding communities, volunteer and exhibit displays to explain what they do and how they help the armed forces.

The open house is free and family-friendly!

• Veteran's Recognition Ceremony
• Military Parade
• Guided Bus Tours
• Personalized ID Tags
• Food for Purchase
• And much more! 

***Guests must enter the installation through Gate 20 along Hwy 21 between Sparta and Tomah, WI.  Signs will be setup along Hwy 21 directing traffic to the event.  Adult guests must be prepared to show ID and proof of vehicle insurance to enter the base.