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Holiday time is family time in North Dakota Light parades and arts and craft shows are two indications that the holiday season is arriving quickly in North Dakota. Gather up the family and head downtown to a holiday lights parade, grab a bite to eat then take in the local theater or a concert. Holiday time is family time. To find more information about these events, or for a complete list of activities, go to NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. Winter Quilt Show Washburn November 16-December 27 Area quilters masterpieces will blanket the walls of the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center and Fort Mandan Visitors Center. www.fortmandan.com, 877-462-8535 or 701-462-3430 Winter Production: Cold Feet New Rockford November 20-December 20 ‘Cold Feet' is a raucous musical romp through the lives of four committed bachelors on the most important night of their lives at Hanson's Bar in New Rockford, N.D. Think snow, cold, four guys with a bar and band, and one unspeakable secret. www.dprca.com or 701-947-2174 Christmas Open House and Visitor Appreciation Day Icelandic State Park, Cavalier November 22 Pioneer Heritage Center is decorated for Christmas and will feature a program with refreshments to follow. www.parkrec.nd.gov or 701-265-4561 Cirque Dreams Illumination Fargodome, Fargo November 24 All-new Cirque Dreams Illumination is a bustling city of dreamers where everyday occurrences are feats performed by an International cast of acrobats, contortionists, daredevils, musicians and more. www.fargodome.com Excel Energy's Holiday Lights Parade Downtown, Fargo-Moorhead November 24 Bring the whole family downtown for the annual holiday lights parade, the kickoff to the holiday season in Fargo and Moorhead. www.fmdowntown.com or 701-241-2570 Holiday Dazzle on Main Parade First Avenue, Jamestown November 27 Lighted floats travel down First Avenue in this annual holiday parade. Stores along the parade route will stay open late, and goodies and hot drinks will be available. 701-320-3015 Parade of Lights Main Street, Ellendale November 30 Bundle up and join us on Main Street for the annual Holiday Parade of Lights at dusk. Enjoy displays for the home and business decorating contest while grabbing some warm food and drinks from the downtown vendors. www.ellendalend.com or 701-349-4103 Christmas in the Park Grand Forks, Lincoln Park, November 22-December 31 Dickinson, Prairie Outpost Park, November 28-January 1 Bismarck, Sertoma Park, November 29-December 31 Arts and Crafts Fairs The Big One Arts & Crafts Fair, Mandan, November 20-21 |
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10 Legendary ways to focus on family during the season of giving in North Dakota One way to show your family how thankful you are for them is to plan and spend quality time together as you head into the holiday season. Plays, concerts, sporting events, volunteer activities and parades will help you and your loved ones make lasting memories in North Dakota. Contact North Dakota Tourism at NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525 for more information on these, and other, activities. 1. Patriotic pride Veteran's Day is a day commemorating all veterans and thanking them for their dedicated service to our country. Events throughout North Dakota will be taking place, so go out and show your patriotic pride. Governor Hoeven will honor vets at a service at the state capitol, and a short memorial ceremony and parade will take place in Fargo. A soup and sandwich supper along with a short presentation will take place in Rutland, ND. 2. One last getaway Leave the planning up to North Dakota Tourism by taking advantage of one of the many vacation packages available. Hiking, biking, quilting, horseback riding are just a few of the choices. So, round up the family and head out. 3. Tip it off and drop the puck Its prime time for sports fans in North Dakota. Watch as high school football and volleyball teams are crowned champions. Catch the action of the UND hockey, NBA-D League Dakota Wizards, NDSU and UND football seasons roll on. 4. Still the great outdoors Even though the weather is slowly cooling and the days are getting shorter, there's still plenty to do outdoors. Hiking or jogging around state historic sites and state parks is breathtaking in the crisp fall air and there's always a place to fish away an afternoon. 5. Big timers in the house November's docket is loaded with big-time entertainment at venues all around North Dakota: Cirque Dreams Illumination at the Fargodome, Trans-Siberian Orchestra at the Alerus Center in Grand Forks; and Bill Engvall at the Bismarck Civic Center are just a few. 6. Community pride Don't let this season get away without taking the family "downtown" to some of the activities in your town. From the Opera House in New Rockford to the Chester Fritz Auditorium in Grand Forks and all points in between, November has something for everyone in North Dakota. 7. A time for giving During the season of giving, there is no better time or way to say thanks than by having the family volunteer to help those less fortunate. Many organizations will be looking for volunteer help during the holiday season. Contact the charity or organization of your choice today. 8. Light up the night As we close in on the holidays, take advantage of beautiful lights parades that get the holiday season started. Cities and towns of all sizes gear up for Christmas and the holiday season with festival of lights and parades. Families will enjoy floats, shopping, a visit with Santa among many other activities. 9. Taste of the season November isn't just for turkeys anymore. Fargo and Langdon are among those cities offering art and wine walks or special events that bring people together for food and a good time. Pride of Dakota shows are just another way to enjoy foods of the season. Pick up something special for your family get-together. 10. Gifts galore November is a time that people begin looking for those perfect Christmas gifts. Load up the family and search out that unique gift at the favorite regional arts and crafts show, The Big One. If you are still seeking that perfect gift, stop by the Wilton quilt show or, grab a North Dakota Legendary gift from our online store. These are just a few of the events taking place in November throughout North Dakota. For more information, go to NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525. |