Festivals bring people together and offer an array of entertainment. Most celebrate North Dakota's heritage, culture, communities, history and nature. For a complete listing of events, including more community and centennial celebrations, go to www.ndtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525.
Aneta Turkey Barbeque
June 16-18, City Park, Aneta
This weekend event is fun for the entire family. An arts and crafts show, parade, accordion contest, two dances and an all-faith service are just some of the events. The turkey barbeque on Saturday will have your mouth watering. 701-326-4554
Lewis & Clark Days
June 16-18, Washburn
It's a weekend you won't want to miss. From a Texas Hold'em tournament to a parade to a street dance and fireworks, Lewis & Clark Days has something for everyone. Highlights of the weekend include a two-day bluegrass festival, fishing derby, car show, carnival and much more.
www.washburnnd.com; 701-462-8530 or 888-462-8530
Red River Valley Fair
June 16-24, Red River Valley Fairgrounds, West Fargo
The Red River Valley's annual attraction has events and activities galore. Enjoy a thrilling spin on the carnival rides, a bite of scrumptious fair food and the games on the midway. Evening concert acts include Jo Dee Messina, Sawyer Brown, Neal McCoy, Trick Pony and Poison. The World of Outlaws will also make an appearance for two nights during the fair.
www.redrivervalleyfair.com; 701-282-2200 or 800-456-6408
Aber Days
June 17-18, Fort Abercrombie State Historic Site, Abercrombie
Fort Abercrombie was the first permanent United States military fort established in what is now North Dakota. During Aber Days, enjoy free admission to the museum and discover more of the fort's historical importance. www.discovernd.com/hist; 701-553-8513
Rally in the Valley
June 16-18, Valley City
The three-day celebration includes a classic car show, street dances, motorcycle hill climb, parade, rubber duck race and fireworks. www.hellovalley.com; 701-845-1891 or 888-288-1891
Cannonball River Wagon Company
June 17-18, Shields
Venture along the Cannonball River in southwestern North Dakota in the style and tradition of the people who settled this region. You'll trek the countryside in covered wagons and by horseback. It'll be an adventure you'll cherish for the rest of your life. Riders of all levels are accommodated.
www.members.tripod.com/schmeichel2/id17.htm; 701-422-3370
German Festival Street Fair
June 17-18, New Leipzig
North Dakota's German heritage is honored at this weekend event. Feast on traditional German food such as knoephla, strudel and kuchen. There will also be demonstrations and entertainment. The weekend wraps up with a fleischkuchle supper and a performance by the Fiddlekick Cloggers.
www.newleipzig.com; 701-584-2278
New Bohemia Art Event
June 21-22, Ellery Park, Rugby
Various artists from across North Dakota will convene in Rugby to display and sell their work ranging from glass products to photography and pottery. Various workshop presentations and demonstrations such as glass blowing will be featured.
www.rugbynorthdakota.com or www.newbohemiand.com; 701-776-7655
Midsummer Night Festival
June 22, Scandinavian Heritage Park, Minot
This annual event celebrates the Scandinavian heritage in the community of Minot. The evening begins with a picnic followed by entertainment that includes the Minot city band, the Sons of Norway dancers and several other local entertainers. 701-852-9161
Burke County Birding Festival
June 23-24, Lostwood National Wildlife Refuge, Bowbells
Be one of the first to view the prairie from the newly remodeled Lostwood Tower, which can now accommodate the public and enables a view of the refuge from 50-feet in the air. The festival also includes guided birding tours and wildflower walks, seminars, youth activities. Powers Lake will have a farmer's market, family events, Music on Main and Art in the Park.
www.burkecountynd.com/recreation.htm; 701-701-377-5627
North Dakota Star Party
June 23-25, Cross Ranch State Park, Center
Discover astronomy during this event sponsored by the Northern Sky Astronomical Society. Enjoy a weekend of daytime presentations, workshops, solar observations and night-sky telescope observations at Cross Ranch State Park. Geocaching will also be one of the highlights of the event. www.und.edu/org/nsas; 701-794-3262
Scandinavian Hjemkomst Festival
June 23-25, Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, Minn.
Celebrate summer Swedish style. In its 29th year, this festival honors the Nordic cultures and traditions by featuring ethnic arts, entertainment, folk dancing, foods and family activities. Vikarbyns Lilla Spelmanslag, a group of 25 youth fiddlers age 15 to 19, will arrive from Sweden to perform throughout the weekend. www.scandinavianhjemkomstfestival.org; 218-299-5451
Fort Stevenson Frontier Military Days
June 24-25, Fort Stevenson, Garrison
Discover what life was like at Fort Stevenson during its prime. The two-day event features living history demonstrations with military encampment and maneuvers. Skills and crafts of the Indian Wars period will also be on display. www.ndparks.com; 701-337-5576
Fort Seward Wagon Train
June 25-July 1, Jamestown
Each summer for 37 years, the wagon train has left Fort Seward, overlooking the city of Jamestown, to travel back in history for a week. The train travels about 15 miles per day and will cover 75-85 miles during the week. It stops at known historic sites, both marked and unmarked. Participants can ride a horse, walk, or ride in a covered wagon. A chuck wagon and a portable latrine are included in the train. This is a grand experience for families, adventurers, and history buffs. Registration is limited. http://covered-wagon-train.com; 701-424-3744
Roughrider Days Rodeo
June 29 - July 1, Roughrider/DSU Outdoor Arena, Dickinson
The thirty-sixth annual PRCA rodeo features the top rodeo contestants competing in all of the usual rodeo events, including bareback, steer wrestling, saddle bronc, team roping, bull riding, barrel racing and tie-down roping. Specialty acts are featured nightly. 701-255-5115
These are just a few of the North Dakota activities and events taking place in June. For more information, go to www.ndtourism.com or phone 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. |
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