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North America's largest Scandinavian festival. Experience the heritage of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. Seven stages feature continuous entertainment. Savor the fabulous Scandinavian cuisine. Shop in the Viking marketplace, and much, much more.

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March 4 - 9 - North Dakota Winter, Valley City - World's largest crop show, livestock shows that appeal to commercial and purebred producers, women's events. Variety of youth events and a fantastic array of ag commercial exhibitors. PRCA rodeos, horse pulls, tractor pull. (800) 437-0218 (1811)

March 5 - 8 - Fargo Film Festival, Fargo - Four days of Film and fun at the historic Fargo Theatre, downtown Fargo. Film programming typically starts at 9 am and show until the late evening. Festival passes vary from single film, day, all films, all films and events passes. (701)239-8385 (1812)

March 15 - Celtic Festival, Fargo - The Celtic Festival is a celebration of the rich culture of the seven Celtic Nations featuring the intriguing history, arts and traditions of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Galicia, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. The festival features entertainment stages, several presentations about folk traditions of the past and present, activity booths and Celtic foods. (701)241-8160 Hjemkomst Center (1813)

March 23 - Easter Egg Hunt at the Confluence, Williston - Set the kids loose on a fun-filled Easter egg hunt at Fort Buford. 2PM (701) 572-9034 (1814)

March 28 - 30 - Southwest Anglers Sport Show, Dickinson - This is an annual spring sport show for the entire family with boats, campers, ATVs, spectator booths, kids' activities and more. (800)-279-7391 Rec Center (1815)

April 4 - 5 - The Big One Art & Craft Fair, Minot - The 17th annual Minot Spring Show includes more than 290 booths showcasing products hand made from across the U.S. More than 150 exhibitors will fill their booths with arts, crafts and baked goods that all have a touch of being hand-made. Friday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $2 (701) 837-6059 North Dakota State Fair Center (1816)

April 5 - 13 - 2008 World Men's Curling Championship, Grand Forks - The championship will bring together the best curlers from around the world. Twelve men's teams, all national champions from the United States, Canada, Europe and the Pacific Rim, will vie for the title of World Champion. (701) 777-4689 Ralph Engelstad Arena (1444)

April 9 - May 1 - Minot State Juried Art Show, Minot - Minot State students sumbit artwork to be juried. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. Admission: Free and open to the public (701)858-3894 Minot State University Hatnett Hall Gallery (1817)

April 18 - 20 - Time Out PowWow, Grand Forks - Celebration of American Indian culture Registration 6 p.m. Friday, Grand Entry to follow. Admission: Weekend $8, daily $5 (701)777-4291 UND Campus (1818)

April 19 - 20 - Spring Craft Show, Jamestown - Crafters and vendors galore will be set up in the Buffalo Mall for your shopping pleasure. Get one-of-a-kind, hand-made items for your home, for gifts, or just because! Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday noon-5 p.m. Admission: Free (701)251-2237 (1819)

April 26 - A New Beginning, Stanton - Programs and activities by tribal representatives and historians commemorating the return of spring to the villages. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. (701)745-3300 (1820)

April 26 - Earth Day at the Confluence, Williston - Celebrate Earth Day at the Confluence. A variety of Earth-friendly and hands-on activities. (701) 572-9034 (1821)

May 3 - Fifth Annual Knife River Birdwatching Event, Stanton - Event includes an introduction to birding and a walk on the North Forest Trail to locate and identify birds. A light breakfast will follow. 6:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. (701)745-3300 Knife River Indian Villages (1822)

May 3 - Folk Songs & Fairy Tales Spring Concert, Bismarck - Trolls, dragons, fairies and leprechauns ... these are just a few characters of the songs and stories that bring the Old Country to life and invoke and inspire the imagination. Celebrate spring and bring out that inner child with traditional folksongs and favorite fairy tales. (701)355-4458 Belle Mehus Auditorium (1823)

May 9 - Band Night, Bismarck - Parade celebrating music and featuring bands from the entire region. Come and enjoy the fun. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Admission is Free. (800) 437-1762 Bismarck Parade Route (1824)

May 10 - 76th Annual Williston Band Day Festival, Williston - At 10:30 am bands from North Dakota and Canada march from El Rancho Motor Hotel to Main Street, ending at the National Guard Armory. Organizations and businesses from the area provide colorful floats. Concerts start in Harmon Park at 1 pm, with the guest band closing the program at 3 pm. 10:30 amto 3 pm Admission: Free (800)615-9041 Harmon Park (1825)

May 17 - 18 - Wings & Things Nature Fest, Washburn - An outstanding experience for everyone to view the exceptional birding and nature opportunities available in Washburn and the surrounding areas including Cross Ranch State Park and the Audubon National Wildlife Refuge. All day Admission (877)462-8535 (1826)

June 4 - August 13 - Music in the Park, Valley City - Local and regional entertainers perform weekly in Valley City's historic City Park Bandshell. Wednesdays, 7:15 p.m 845-3294 City Park (1827)

June 7 - June 8 - Kite Fest, Jamestown - Watch the skies over Jamestown fill with kites of all shapes and sizes! Professional flyers will demonstrate their craft for one and all. Includes food vendors, music, and kite-building classes for kids. Free admission (701)252-3982 Meidinger Park (1828)

June 12 - 15 - Sullys Hill Nature and Birding Festival, Fort Totten - Free public festival. Guided bus and hay-ride tours and bird walks. Auto tour routes, nature trails, visitor centers, seminars, programs, family activities. Bison, elk, deer and 269 bird species. (800)233-8048 Sullys Hill National Game Preserve (1829)

June 13 - Midwest Kid Fest, Fargo - Join in a day by, for and about kids. Island Park will be filled with music, laughter and bright colors as children play and learn. The fesitval hosts 30 interactive educational booths, carnival games, entertainment stages and strolling entertainment. 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Free Admission (701)241-8160 Island Park (1830)

June 13 - 21 - Red River Valley Fair, West Fargo - Nine-day carnival featuring the Mighty Thomas Carnival. concerts, tractor pull, demo derby, stock car racing, bull riding. noon to midnight. $2.00 (701)282-2200 Red River Valley Fairgrounds (1831)

June 14 - Flag Day Parade, Medora - View this unique parade that is limited to only hores and horse-drawn carriages. (701)623-4829 (1832)

June 14 - Annual Rhubarb Festival, Grand Forks - Bake sale, plus games and entertainment, all in celebration of one of our state's most popular garden staples. 9 AM to 2 PM (701)775-9254 (1833)

June 14 - 15 - Fort Lincoln Festival, Mandan - Festival includes Frontier Army Days celebration with encampment on parade ground. Activities in the park to focus on cavalry. Vendors on site. Fort Lincoln Road Race will include 5-K and 10-K runs, 5-K walk. Activities planned throughout. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $6 adult, $4 student (701)667-6380 (1834)

June 20 - 22 - Happy Days Festival, Lisbon - Community celebration, steak fry, stock car races, rock climbing wall, pancake breakfast, parade, street dance,citywide rummage sale. 701)683-5680 (1835)

June 20 - 22, - Lewis & Clark Days 2008, Washburn - Great fun for everyone! Parade, street dance, food vendors,craft show, inflateable games for kids, antique carshow,fishingtournament,demoltion derby and more! Sunday wraps up the festivities with an outdoor church service and fireman's breakfast on Sunday. (888)462-8535 (1836)

June 26 - 28 - SummerFest, Grafton - The Grafton community rolls out the "welcome mat" and invites families to create a lasting memory at our annual SummerFest festival. Highlights include live music, fireworks, parade, golf tournaments, Fest Run, classic car and snowmobile show, demolition derby, many kids' activities, food and more. (701)-352-0781 (1837)

June 27 - 28 - Carrington Roughrider Rodeo, Carrington - Come to the Leonard Geske Memorial Arena at the Foster County Fairgrounds to witness riding and roping like that from the Old West. RRA is a family association, this rodeo is family entertainment.Friday performance at 6:30 p.m. Saturday slack at 1:30 p.m. Saturday performance at 4:30 p.m. (701)-652-2524 Foster County Fairgrounds (1838)

June 27 - 29 - Foster County 125th Celebration, Carrington - Celebrate with friends and family in Foster County. (701)652-2524 (1839)

June 28 - Art in the Park, Watford City - A day of fun and entertainment with the opportunity to see the newest craft ideas. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m Free admission (701)444-2526 Tourist Park (1840)

June 28 - July 5 - Jamestown's 125th Celebration, Jamestown - A week-long calenar of events to be held in honor of Jamestown's 125th birthday. Join local residents, homecomers and worldwide travelers in the countless festivities planned for Jamestown's 125th celebration. Go to the Web site for regular updates. (701)252-4830 (1841)

June 28 - July 5 - Roughrider Days Fair and Expo, Dickinson - A 4th of July celebration starting at the end of June and running through the Fourth of July. Featuring rodeos, car races and displays, food venders, live music, fireworks, and parade,and much more. Fun for the whole family! (800)-279-7391 (1842)

July 1 - 4 - Mandan Rodeo Days Celebration, Mandan - Three-day PRCA rodeo, art in the park festival, carnival, parades, musicals, street dances, fireworks, pithfork fondue, 10-K and 5-K road races, golf tourney, all class reunion and much more. (701) 220-2959 Downtown Mandan and Dacotah Centennial Park (1843)

July 3 - 4 - 85th Annual Killdeer Mountain Roundup Rodeo, Killdeer - The oldest PRCA Rodeo in the state includes parade, barbecue, petting zoo, street dances and other events for all ages. 6:00 PM each day. (701)764-5777 Killdeer Rodeo Arena (1844)

July 4 - July Fourth Celebration, Garrison - Fireworks display in picnic area of park. Starts at dark (701)337-5576 Fort Stevenson State Park (1850)

July 4 - Festival of the Parks, Minot - Church service, patriotice program, children's games, musical entertainment, crafts, ice cream social. 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. (800) 264-2626 Roosevelt Park (1845)

July 4 - Freedom Festival, Ashley - All day filled with fun events for both children and adults with a great fireworks show at night. Check back for more details. (701)288-3278 (1846)

July 4 - 6 - Sixth Annual Music and Arts Festival, Stanley - Sixth Annual Music & Arts Festival takes place at historic Sibyl Center for Life Enrichment in Stanley. Enjoy a variety of music and entertainment features each afternoon and evening. This event is held in conjunction with annual Independence Day festivities in Stanley, including parade, children's activities, food and fireworks. (701)628-3339 (1853)

July 9 - 12 - Stutsman County Fair, Jamestown - North Dakota's Largest "Traditional" County Fair. Animal and static exhibits, petting zoo, free dance band nightly, many food vendors, and Mighty Thomas Shows Midway Carnival. Major Rodeo and Stock Car Racing special event. Large "Park Area" with plenty of shade trees andpicnic tables. Gates open at 10:00 AM (701)252-0414 (1855)

July 9 - 13 - Greater Grand Forks Fair, Grand Forks - Free Gate Fair at the Grand Forks Fair Grounds. (701)330-1238 (1851)

July 9 - 12 - Kidder County Fair Days, Steele - Static exhibits, horse and livestock shows, concert, parade, duck race, craft fair and great food. (701)475-2632 ext. 9227 Fairgrounds (1854)

July 10 - 13 - Bowman County Fair, Bowman - Family fun for everyone. Petting zoos, carnival rides, parade, concerts, rodeos, 4-H exhibits, booths, vendors, crafters, socials, Teddy Bear Picnic, demolition derby, dances and many more events geared for the family. (866)752-2691 Bowman County Fairgrounds (1856)

July 10 - 12 - McKenzie County Fair, Watford City - While two rodeo performances are the featured grandstand attractions at the McKenzie County Fair other highlights include a beef barbecue, two evening dances, a petting zoo, as well as a number of 4-H livestock and horsemanship shows. See website for further scheduling. (701)444-3451 McKenzie County Fairgrounds (1852)

July 11 - 13 - Prairie Rose State Games, Minot - Minot welcomes individuals, families, and teams for a weekend of sports and activities at the 2008 Prairie Rose State Games. (701)852-7774 (1857)

July 18 - 20 - McVille Days, McVille - Friday-Sunday: Entertainment, dance, children's games, canoe races, bbq's, golf tournament, church service, bingo and more. (701)322-4343 Through out the city (1858)

July 18 - 26 - North Dakota State Fair, Minot - The North Dakota State Fair features the best in entertainment including 10 free stages, 3 nights of rodeo, 3 nights of auto events, big name entertainment in the grandstand, a carnival, over 46,000 competitive exhibits, 600 commercial vendors, livestock shows and special contests. This 9-day spectacular continues to be the largest annual event held in North Dakota, attracting nearly one quarter of a million people. Admission: $7 for adults, $3 for juniors (ages 7-12) (701)857-7620 (1859)

July 30 - August 2 - Adams County Fair, Hettinger - 4-H and open class exhibits, livestock shows, special events and activities. (701)567-2531 (1860)

August 8 - 10 - Kids Weekend, Cavalier - Entire weekend devoted entirely to kids with games, entertainment, contests and lots of excitement. Admission: $5 vehicle entry fee (701)265-4561 Icelandic State Park (1861)

August 8 - 10 - Pembina Red River Roughrider Rodeo, Pembina - Weekend festival with public feeds, parade, street dance, vintage car show, farmers' and flea market, queen and princess contest, and RODEO! Rodeo admission: adults $7, Children 6-12, $4. (701)825-6819 (1862)

August 9 - 10 - Ashley Rodeo, Ashley - Join us at the Ashley Rodeo for two nights of P.R.C.A. rodeo action, Little Britches Rodeo, and Street Dance.7-10 pm Admission: $8 adults, $4 children, 6 and under free (701)288-3813 Rodeo Grounds (1863)

August 21 - 24 - Ransom County Fair, Lisbon - Carnival, demo derby, horseshoe, parade, free corn feed and queen contest. (701)683-5680 (1864)

September 12 - 13 - NDRA Rodeo Finals, Watford City - Pull on your boots and grab your hat! This exciting indoor event is a "must-see" for rodeo fans, as well as others who enjoy the western experience. The top 12 contestants in North Dakota compete to earn the honor of NDRA Champion in nine rodeo events. The rodeo has been named by the American Bus Association as one of the nations top 100 events! 7 p.m. nightly (701)444-2804 McKenzie County Fairgrounds (1865)

September 20 - 21 & 27 - 28 - Fall Festival, Fargo - Celebrate fall and all its beauty. There will be fall crafts,carnival games, straw bale maze, pumpkin patch, barrel train rides and much more. Fall Festival is open Saturdays from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays noon-5 p.m. Admission: Free admission with a mix of free and ticketed events. (701)241-8160 Rheault Farm (1866)

September 20 - 21 - West Fest Community Days Celebration, West Fargo - Community celebration with a parade, food vendors, Fireman's Ball, 5 mile race and softball. (701)282-4444 (2008)

October 24 - 25 - Haunted Fort, Mandan - For years many have said that Fort Lincoln is haunted and General Custer's wife still awaits his return from his tragic death at the Battle of the Little Big Horn. Come and see for yourself. $5 admission (701)667-6380 Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park (1867)

October 31 - November 1 - The Big One Art & Craft Fair, Minot - The 33rd Annual Minot Christmas Show includes more than 500 booths showcasing products hand made from across the U.S. More than 260 exhibitors will fill their booths with arts, crafts and baked goods that all have a touch of being hand-made. Friday 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $2 (701) 837-6059 North Dakota State Fair Center (1868)

November 9 - Veteran's Day Event, Williston - Enjoy a free concert and a presentation on a veteran's history related topic. Free refreshments. Veteran's get free admission to MYCIC all weekend. (701) 572-9034 (1869)

November 22 - December 31 - Coming Home Country Christmas Fest, Mandan - Santa and Mrs. Claus kick off the holiday season with their arrival. Free treats for the kids, Santa pictures, caroling, art and craft shows, Custer Cristmas at Fort Lincoln State Park. (701)220-2959 (1870)

November 23 - Winter Festival, McVille - Santa and Mrs. Claus attend Lighting of the Winter Wonderland in the Park Celebrate winter with McVille on the Sunday after Thanksgiving. Events include residential lighting contest, light show in the City Park, Santa and Mrs. Claus hand out treats for the children, and a warm-up reception held in McVille City Auditorium includes cookies and cidar, hot chocolate and various musical entertainment. (701)-322-4343 (1871)

November 28 - 30, December 5 - 6, December 12 - 13 - Dickens Village Festival, Garrison - Each weekend, walk the streets of downtown and eat delicious hot baked potatoes and sausages on a stick, warm up with a cup of English tea, shop the English Market for Victorian treasures and English gifts. In the evening, be outside for a parade of lights led by Christmas carolers and then attend the nightly performance of Dickens' "A Christmas Carol." (800)799-4242 (1872)

November 29 - December 23 - Santa Village, Fargo - Visit Santa and Mrs. Claus. See live reindeer, take a horse drawn ride, make holiday crafts and see the model train displays. November 29 - 30, 1-7 p.m.; December 6-7, 1-7 p.m.; December 10-12, 4-8 p.m.; December, 13-14 1-8 p.m.; December 17-19, 4-8 p.m.;December 20-23, 1-8 p.m. Admission: Free admission with donation of new or gently used toys, canned goods or cash donation. (701) 241-8160 Rheault Farm (1873)

December 6 - 15th Annual Parade of Lights, New Town - Beautifully lit floats parade through New Town's Main Street at dark. A sparkling start to the Christmas Season. Commercial and Kids division. 15th annual Walk-a-Bout New Town held in conjunction. (701)627-4812 (1874)

December 6 - Old Fashioned Christmas, Drayton - Live nativity, sleigh rides, Christmas auction, Tree of Light Memorial, Souper Supper, music, Santa Claus, merchant promotions and more. All day and evening. (701) 454-3474 (1875)

December 13 - 14 - Custer Christmas, Mandan - Experience an 1875 Christmas with General Custer on the Dakota prairie. Sing carols and enjoy sleigh rides during this holiday season, 1875 style. Admission: $6 for adults and $4 for students. (701) 667-6380 Fort Arbaham Lincoln State Park (1876)

 

2009 Events


March 3 - 8 - 72nd Annual North Dakota Winter Festival, Valley City - World's largest crop show, livestock shows that appeal to commercial and purebred producers, women's events. Variety of youth events and a fantastic array of ag commercial exhibitors. PRCA rodeos, horse pulls, tractor pull. (800) 437-0218 (3321)

March 3 - 7 - Fargo Film Festival film festival, Fargo - Four days of Film and fun at the historic Fargo Theatre, downtown Fargo. Film programming typically starts at 9 am and show until the late evening. Festival passes vary from single film, day, all films, all films and events passes. (701)239-8385 (3322)

March 24 - 29 - 40th Annual Time - Out Wacip, Grand Forks - Celebration of American Indian culture (701)777-4291 (3324)

April 3 - 4 - 18th Annual Spring Art & Craft Fair, Minot - The 18th annual Minot Spring Show includes more than 290 booths showcasing products hand made from across the U.S. More than 150 exhibitors will fill their booths with arts, crafts and baked goods that all have a touch of being hand-made. (701) 837-6059 (3323)

June 26 - July 5 - Roughrider Days Fair and Expo, Dickinson - A 4th of July celebration starting at the end of June and running through the Fourth of July. Featuring rodeos, car races and displays, food venders, live music, fireworks, and parade,and much more. Fun for the whole family. (800)-279-7391 (3389)

July 10 - 18 - Red River Valley Fair, West Fargo - Nine-day carnival featuring the Mighty Thomas Carnival. concerts, tractor pull, demo derby, stock car racing, bull riding. noon to midnight. (701)282-2200 Red River Valley Fairgrounds (3388)

September 11 - NDRA Rodeo Finals, Watford City - Pull on your boots and grab your hat! This exciting indoor event is a "must-see" for rodeo fans, as well as others who enjoy the western experience. The top 12 contestants in North Dakota compete to earn the honor of NDRA Champion in nine rodeo events. (701)444-2804 McKenzie County Fairgrounds (3326)