Things To Do
National Park Week, April 17-25, 2021
Mid-summer sunset catches the River Bend Overlook above the Little Missouri River at the North Unit of the Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
National Park Week April l7-25, 2021
National Park Week is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, help out, and find your park. Join us celebrating National Park Week 2021 from April 17 to 25! Parks across the country will host a variety of special programs, events, and digital experiences.
Celebrate our national parks by learning about our favorite, Theodore Roosevelt National Park, in North Dakota.
When did it all begin?? Click here: A Park Dedicated to a President!
Learn about the differences between the South and North Units of the park here: Which do you like best? North, or South?
Ever heard of Elkhorn Ranch? It's part of Theodore Roosevelt National Park! Go here: Elkhorn Ranch, a Place to Relax and Rejuvenate
Special Olympics North Dakota Polar Plunge, Williston, North Dakota
Special Olympics North Dakota Polar Plunge-Williston
Location: Spring Lake Park
12:30p Polar Plunge begins, with Plunge Awards Ceremony immediately following
The Polar Plunge® is for anyone who wants to participate in an extreme sport and have bragging rights while supporting the SOND program and athletes. Participants collect pledges from friends, family, and the community for the opportunity to jump into freezing water. To plunge, participants raise a minimum of $75 to cover the entry fee and the Polar Plunge first incentive prize.
Register At: www.specialolympicsnd.org
For more information call (701)746-0331 or e-mail: info@specialolympicsnd.org
12th Annual “Knight for a Princess” Daddy Daughter Dance, Dickinson, North Dakota
12th Annual "Knight for a Princess" Daddy Daughter Dance
Paddlefish Season Opener, Williston, North Dakota
Paddlefish Season Opener
Paddlefish Opener in North Dakota
Band Day 2021, Williston, North Dakota
Band Day 2021
MHA Interpretive Center Opening, New Town, North Dakota
MHA Interpretive Center, New Town, North Dakota Opening May 19, 2021
MHA Interpretive Center, Opening, New Town, North Dakota
The Interpretive Center is part of this scenic road trip: Scenic Highway 22, Most Beautiful Road in North Dakota!
More information here: New MHA Interpretive Center in New Town, North Dakota
Williston Annual Community Sale, Williston, North Dakota
Williston Annual Community Sale
Location: Raymond Family Community Center
This event takes donations mid May through May 21, then the doors open Saturday the 22nd for guests to browse and find their treasures. Bid on an extensive silent auction area, as well. Proceeds go to Williston Basin United Way, which grants funds to dozens of health and human service non-profit organizations operating in Williams, Divide and McKenzie counties.
High Stakes Barrel Racing, Dickinson, North Dakota
High Stakes Barrel Racing
$10,000 PAYOUTLimited to the first 50 entries paid in full. ($250 entry fee-includes a timeslot and official High Stakes barrel racing attire)
Entries open Dec 1st
More details coming soon!!!
3D with 1/2 second splits-pays top 4 in each division.
*you may change horses for no fee
High Stakes Barrel Racing, Dickinson, North Dakota
$10,000 PAYOUTLimited to the first 50 entries paid in full. ($250 entry fee-includes a timeslot and official High Stakes barrel racing attire)
Entries open Dec 1st
More details coming soon!!!
3D with 1/2 second splits-pays top 4 in each division.
***No REFUNDS.*** You must sell your own spot
Enter as many horses as you want, but each horse may only be ridden by 1 rider.
BADLANDS GRAVEL BATTLE, Medora, North Dakota
BADLANDS GRAVEL BATTLE
May 30th, 2021
8AM-8PM MDT
Medora, North Dakota
Come GRIND across 120 miles, and ROLL over 10,500 ft of elevation gain on the fast and rugged red scoria roads that crosshatch the BADLANDS of western North Dakota.
More information here: Badlands Gravel Battle 2021
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