Fort Drum

Featured Events

Dec 01

Trees for Troops

Dec 1, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Peak.
Hosted by Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation in conjunction with the Spirit of Christmas Foundation.
It’s time for the annual Christmas tree giveaway! Today’s event is for Soldiers in grades E1-E5. Trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please have your DoD ID with you. Patrons are responsible for their own tie-down materials. Cost: FREE.

Dec 02

Hiking Trip

Dec 2, 2023, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Mount Arab.
Hosted by Outdoor Recreation.
Join Outdoor Recreation and hike the Tupper Lake Triad, which consists of family-friendly mountains and outstanding views! Cost: $8 per hike or $35 for all three hikes, which includes transportation to and from the location. Open to DoD ID cardholders of all ages. Registration: Outdoor Recreation. Information: (315) 772-8222.

Dec 02

Trees for Troops

Dec 2, 2023, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

The Peak.
Hosted by Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation in conjunction with the Spirit of Christmas Foundation.
It’s time for the annual Christmas tree giveaway! Today’s event is for Soldiers in grades E6 and above and all DoD ID cardholders. Trees will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please have your DoD ID with you. Patrons are responsible for their own tie-down materials. Cost: FREE.

Dec 06

CIE Meeting

Dec 6, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

The Peak or Fort Drum Facebook.
The Fort Drum garrison commander will host the Community Information Exchange. Command team members and community leaders will share information on events, programs, and services available on and off post. Fort Drum community members are invited to attend in person or listen live at www.facebook.com/drum.10thmountain.

Dec 08

Tree Lighting & Celebration

Dec 8, 2023, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The Peak, Bldg. 4350.
Hosted by Family and Morale, Welfare and Recreation.
Join us in your holiday attire to ring in the season at the annual Fort Drum Tree Lighting and Holiday Celebration! There will be a meet and greet with Santa Claus, free food (beverages will be available for purchase), music and dancing, and more! This free event is open to DoD ID cardholders of all ages.

Dec 08

A North Country Carol

Dec 8, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Dulles State Office Building Auditorium, Watertown.
The 10th Mountain Division Band will perform “A North Country Carol: Milestones and Mistletoe” concert. The band presents this free concert to thank members of the North Country for their support of the 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum. It is the first of three holiday concerts that are open to the public. Information: (315) 772-0255.

Dec 09

Hiking Trip

Dec 9, 2023, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Coney Mountain.
Hosted by Outdoor Recreation.
Join Outdoor Recreation and hike the Tupper Lake Triad, which consists of family-friendly mountains and outstanding views! Cost: $8 per hike or $35 for all hikes, which includes transportation to and from the location. Complete all three hikes and receive a patch! Open to DoD ID cardholders of all ages. Registration: Outdoor Recreation. Information: (315) 772-8222.

Dec 09

Ugly Sweater 5K

Dec 9, 2023, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

The Peak.
Hosted by Fort Drum Sports, Fitness and Aquatics.
Join us for the Ugly Sweater 5K run! This event is open to DoD ID cardholders of all ages. Dogs are permitted, but they must remain on a leash. Cost: $15 (includes medal and dangler). Participants will have a chance to win prizes and themed swag. Pre-register at Magrath Sports Complex or on location on the day of the event. Information: (315) 772-6663.

Dec 09

A North Country Carol

Dec 9, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Clayton Opera House.
The 10th Mountain Division Band will perform “A North Country Carol: Milestones and Mistletoe” concert. The band presents this free concert to thank members of the North Country for their support of the 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum. It is the second of three holiday concerts that are open to the public. Seating is limited. Information: (315) 772-0255.

Dec 10

A North Country Carol

Dec 10, 2023, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM

Carthage High School Auditorium.
The 10th Mountain Division Band will perform “A North Country Carol: Milestones and Mistletoe” concert. The band presents this free concert to thank members of the North Country for their support of the 10th Mountain Division and Fort Drum. It is the last of three holiday concerts that are open to the public. Information: (315) 772-0255.

Dec 16

Hiking Trip

Dec 16, 2023, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Goodman Mountain.
Hosted by Outdoor Recreation.
Join Outdoor Recreation and hike the Tupper Lake Triad, which consists of family-friendly mountains and outstanding views! Cost: $8 per hike or $35 for all hikes, which includes transportation to and from the location. Open to DoD ID cardholders of all ages. Registration: Outdoor Recreation. Information: (315) 772-8222.

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Announcements

Installation status, weather alerts
now have their own webpage

For information about Fort Drum's weather outlook; Delayed Reporting, Do Not Report or Early Release orders; road conditions; power outages; and more, see the Installation Status | Weather Alerts page.

The new page also contains information about how to prepare for a power outage and other types of emergencies that may occur.

Visitors can reach the page by clicking on the first link in the Top Links box on the homepage.

Dining facility, food truck information
now found on one webpage

Information on Fort Drum dining facility and Culinary Outpost Food Truck hours, locations and more can now be found on the Fort Drum Food Service page. To reach the page, click on the link in the Top Links box on the homepage.

Parking restrictions take effect

No parking will be allowed along streets and roadways on post from Nov. 1 through April 1, per Fort Drum Regulation 190-5. Any vehicle in violation will be ticketed (monetary fine) and may be towed at the owner's expense if it impedes snow removal.

Road work will affect traffic on post

A portion of Po Valley Road will be closed and the right lane of a portion of Oneida Avenue and Tigris River Valley Road will be closed through Nov. 30. Motorists are advised to use caution.

Auto Skills Center to reopen Dec. 5

The Auto Skills Center, which has been closed for a major repair to the drainage system and replacement of the oil / water separator, will reopen Dec. 5. Car washes, towing and lock-out services remain available.