Dance your way through the end of August in North Dakota Spice up the final weeks of summer and enjoy the weather with some great events in North Dakota
BigTravelNews.info - Aug 15,2010 - Spice up the final weeks of summer and enjoy the weather with some great events statewide! We've got festivals and feeds, runnin' and ropin', good music and lots of dancing. So kick up your heels before the school year starts and jive your way through the end of August. To find more information about these events or for a complete list, go to NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525.
Harmony Fest
Papa's Pumpkin Patch, Bismarck
August 14
It's sure to be a terrific day filled with great entertainment, art, fun, family games and of course lots of music. Bring your lawn chairs and your coolers. Concessions also will be available. http://www.harmony-fest.com
Fort Buford Encampment
Fort Buford State Historical Site, Williston
August 14-15
Fort Buford comes to life as the 6th Infantry Regiment Association fills the barracks and parade ground. www.history.nd.gov/historicsites/buford/index.html; 701-572-9034
Old Settler's Day and Corn Feed
Buckstop Junction, Bismarck
August 15
Come to the pioneer town for a day of dancing, music, demonstrations and food. Tours of the site's historic buildings will be given. www.buckstopjunction.org; 701-250-8575
Northern Plains Ethnic Festival
Prairie Outpost Park, Dickinson
August 22
Enjoy a variety of regional ethnic foods offered to the public along with entertainment. An ethnic brunch and Polka Mass will be held on Sunday. http://www.visitdickinson.com; 701-225-2416
Pink Heals Tour 2010
Capitol Grounds, Bismarck and Dykshoorn Park, Mandan
August 21-22
Pink fire trucks will make their way from the Capitol to the KTM parking lot on the Strip in Mandan. At 4 p.m. they'll parade to Dykshoorn Park on West Main in Mandan. Stick around for the "Best of the West Grill Fest" with food, drink and music at the band shell. https://www.ndtourism.com/whatdo/events/festival-details.asp?AID=3512; 701-391-2284
Pioneer Days
Bonanzaville, West Fargo
August 21-22
Pioneer Days brings the North Dakota homesteader tradition to life at Bonanzaville. The whole family will enjoy music, demonstrations, and a parade. http://www.bonanzaville.com; 701-282-2822
Blues on the Red
Town Square, Grand Forks
August 28
Enjoy an evening of great blues music in the heart of Grand Forks. National musicians provide free entertainment, while you enjoy the three Bs - barbecue, burgers and beverages. http://www.visitgrandforks.com/blog.php; 701-772-8404
Beach Party
Fort Stevenson State Park, Garrison
August 28
Things heat up in Garrison with live bands and entertainment playing 50s, 60s and 70s music, fun games and food. http://www.parkrec.nd.gov/parks/fssp/activities.htm; 701-463-2345 or 800-799-4242
Island Park Show
Fargo
August 28-29
Spend a day shopping in the shade. Find many unique items from local and national vendors, enjoy the excellent food and listen to a variety of music and entertainment. http://www.fargoparks.com; 701-241-8160
International Metis/Mechif Rendezvous
International Peace Garden, Dunseith
August 27-29
"Where the Fiddle and the Mountain Unite." You won't want to miss three fun-filled days of fiddling and jigging, great food, vendors and more. www.peacegarden.com; 701-263-4390 or 800-432-6733
Badlands Trail Run
Tjaden Terrace, Medora
August 28
Kick up your heels in a different way in Medora. Run or walk through the breathtaking Badlands on portions of the Maah Daah Hey Trail. Choose either 5K or 10K events. www.medora.com;
