August Isn't Just for the Dogs in North Dakota
by ND Department of Commerce Posted on 7/30/2012
There's no such thing as dog days of August in North Dakota. The weather is hot but the activities are hotter. To find more information about these activities, and for a complete list of events, go to NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525
Adams County Fair Hettinger August 1-4 Enjoy 4-H and open class exhibits, livestock shows, special events and activities on Saturday afternoon; Bull-O-Rama on August 3. Hettinger Chamber Rodeo on August 4. www.hettingernd.com; 701-567-2531
Morton County Fair New Salem August 2-5 New Salem will be filled with fair fun to include vendors, entertainment, evening dances, rodeo, livestock shows, ranch rodeo, tractor pull and chicken supper. www.co.morton.nd.us; 701-667-3340
113th annual Deuce of August Icelandic Celebration Mountain August 3-5 This 113th annual celebration is for the entire family and will feature Icelandic heritage and culture, music, food and entertainment. North Dakota State Tractor Pull Sunday afternoon. www.august2nd.com; 701-993-8268
Outdoor Feast Weekend Lake Metigoshe State Park, Bottineau August 3-5 A weekend that is all about making and enjoying food in the great outdoors. Grab a fork to get a taste of some different sweets and treats that you may have never tried before. www.parkrec.nd.gov; 701-263-4651
Capital A-Fair Bismarck August 4-5 A large summer art fair featuring more than 130 artisans. Music, great food and performing groups contribute to the festive mood on the State Capitol Grounds. www.bismarck-art.org; 701-223-5986
Ashley Rodeo Ashley August 4-5 Sit back or on the edge of your seat and enjoy rodeo events such as bareback, bull riding, saddle bronc and barrel racing, plus the Little Britches Rodeo on Saturday. www.ashley-nd.com/; 701-684-7711
Pioneer Days Frontier Village, Jamestown August 4-5 Various demonstrations will take place throughout the two days to show life as it used to be, including quilting, blacksmith, fire truck, Morse code and stamp cancellations. Mylo Hatzenbuhler will perform on August 5 from 2-4 p.m. in the Frontier Village Amphitheatre. 701-320-2725
CANDISC Bicycle Tour Garrison August 4-11 CANDISC is a 400-mile fully supported loop bicycle tour originating and ending at Fort Stevenson State Park. This year's route includes a trip to the Enchanted Highway, New Salem and Stanton. www.parkrec.nd.gov; 701-463-2345 or 800-799-4242
Gospel Extravaganza Cando August 5 Enjoy up to 10 groups or individuals singing Traditional, Bluegrass, Southern Gospel and contemporary Gospel Music all during the afternoon and evening. Food is available on the grounds. www.specialdeliverymusic.net; 701-351-2010
These are just a few of North Dakota activities and events taking place in early August. For more information, go to NDtourism.com or phone 701-328-2525 or 800-435-5663.
