Longmire Days Festival Returns to Wyoming in 2026

The annual celebration of the beloved TV show and book series will take place July 16-19 in Buffalo.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Longmire Foundation has announced the dates for the 2026 edition of Longmire Days, a festival celebrating the popular TV show and mystery novels that inspired it. The event is set for July 16-19 in Buffalo, Wyoming and will feature panel discussions, barbecues, autograph signings, parades, and more with cast members from the series.

Why it matters

Longmire Days has become a beloved annual tradition for fans of the show and books, providing them a chance to immerse themselves in the world of the series and interact with the cast. The festival also brings tourism and economic activity to the town of Buffalo, Wyoming, where the TV show was filmed.

The details

The Longmire Foundation announced the 2026 festival dates on Monday. In addition to the four days of events, the foundation said it will release information in the coming months about attending actors, ticket sales, and volunteer opportunities. Past Longmire Days have included panel discussions, barbecues, autograph signings, and parades featuring cast members such as Robert Taylor, A. Martinez, and Louanne Stephens.

  • The 2026 Longmire Days festival will take place July 16-19 in Buffalo, Wyoming.
  • The next Longmire novel by author Craig Johnson, The Brothers McKay, is set for release on May 26.

The players

Longmire Foundation

The organization that hosts the annual Longmire Days festival in Buffalo, Wyoming.

Craig Johnson

The author of the Longmire mystery novels that inspired the TV series.

Robert Taylor

Actor who played the lead role of Walt Longmire in the TV series.

A. Martinez

Actor who played the role of Jacob Nighthorse in the TV series.

Louanne Stephens

Actor who played the role of Ruby in the TV series.

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What they’re saying

“Loved everything about it, but especially the cast and that role. A privilege to embody HSB.”

— Lou Diamond Phillips (X)

What’s next

The Longmire Foundation will release more details about the 2026 festival, including information about attending actors, ticket sales, and volunteer opportunities, in the coming months.

The takeaway

Longmire Days has become a must-attend event for fans of the beloved TV series and book franchise, providing them a chance to celebrate the show's enduring legacy and connect with the cast. The festival's return to Buffalo, Wyoming in 2026 will once again boost tourism and economic activity in the community that served as the backdrop for the show.