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Zion’s Lutefisk and Meatball dinner will be Sat. September 20th from 3pm-7pm. Dinner will include desserts and lefsa served family style. Tickets are $20 per person, $10 child (6-12), Under 6 free. Tickets sold at doors.
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The 2025 Minot Bridal Showcase will take Sunday, January 18th inside the Clarion Center in Minot. Vendor applications are now being accepted, for the 2026 Minot Bridal Showcase, Sunday January 18th inside the Clarion Center in Minot. Don't wait as space is already limited call 701-852-4646 or email MinotBridalShow@gmail.com
Sunday, September 28th there will be a free will offering breakfast from 8:30 to 12:30 in the St. Leo Church basement in Minot. Serving French Toast, Sausage, Biscuits and Gravy, Scrambled Eggs all to support Home On The Range. All are welcome!
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Saturday, September 20th head to the Minot Public Library 5:00pm to 7:00pm for "Literacy In The Field" Bring your family and discover a whole new way to enjoy books, right on the field! Join us for a special event where guest readers will delight you with their favorite stories, or visit the READ Dogs to share a story with them. Local organizations will be hosting activities and projects inspired by beloved books, characters and authors. Earn stamps as you participate - accumulate enough and exchange them for a free book! It’s an evening filled with reading, fun and fantastic opportunities to dive into the world of books in a whole new way.
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Minot's Annual Pumpkin walk will happen October 10th and 11th at Woodland trail, and Minot Parks is currently accepting pledges from individuals and local businesses. Pledging 10 or more pumpkins includes signage at your display, with lights and setup provided by Minot Parks. To make a pledge, contact Bailey at bailey@minotparks.com or call the Minot Parks office at (701) 857-4136.
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Rose Valley Lutheran Church, rural Des Lacs will hold their Bazaar auction, with homemade crafts and baked goods. Sunday September 28th at 2:00pm. The church is located 15 Miles west of Minot on County road 14 and 6 miles south.
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The Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo returns to Minot held October 10-12 -North Dakota State Fair Center. The circuit finals rodeo is the culmination of the rodeos in North Dakota and South Dakota and features the top twelve cowboys or cowgirls in each of eight events, who have won the most money over the season. They’re the best cowboys and cowgirls in North Dakota and South Dakota, plus surrounding states. The rodeo will also include high-level entertainment, including rodeo clown Dennis Halstead and announcers Bob Tallman and Garrison Allen. Performances start at 7 pm on Oct. 10-11 and at 1 pm on Oct. 12. Tickets can be purchased online at BadlandsCircuitFinalsRodeo.com and at the gate.
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Mark you calendar and get your tickets for Minot's best beverage sampling event! Sertoma Sips (formerly Sertoma Beerfest – it’s so much more than beer!) Flickertail Gardens – NDSF Fair Grounds
Saturday, October 4th | 4 PM – 8 PM Limited tickets available – must be 21 to attend tickets @ eventbrite.com
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The Minot Park District is excited to announce the 2025 dates for the annual Pumpkin Walk at Woodland Trail. This year’s festivities will take place from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, October 10, and Saturday, October 11. The Pumpkin Walk is a free, family-friendly event celebrating the fall season with multiple food trucks and thousands of carved pumpkins lighting the trail. Guests are asked to park at the Dakota Bark Park (705 Highway 83 Bypass W) and follow the walking path to Woodland Trail. Additional lighting will be in place along the route to the entrance. The Woodland Trail parking lot will be reserved for handicap-accessible parking. Visitors are encouraged to dress warmly and bring flashlights
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Come out to Ladies Night Wednesday, October 1st 7pm to 9pm - Minot Rifle and Pistol Club - All skill levels welcome. If you are a first time shooter, this is the place for you! Our women Range Officers help with basic handgun operation. Our goal is for everyone to know how to operate and handle a firearm safely.
$5 for everyone to shoot.
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October 4th Experience the horror of Midwest Monster Con. Minot Municipal Auditorium 10am to 6pm.. midwestmonstercon.com
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NDSU Extension Ward County will be offering the Aging Mastery Program®. Developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA), this ten-week health and wellness program is free and geared towards adults 55 and over. The goal of the Aging Mastery Program® is to empower older adults to make and maintain small but impactful changes. The program will begin on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the Parker Senior Center (21 1st Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701) from 1:00-2:30 pm. Registration is required and space is limited. To register or for additional information, please contact the Ward County Extension office at 701-857-6444.
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Souris Valley Animal Shelter believes every homeless pet deserves a furever home. An essential part of making that happen is foster families. Fosters provide a loving temporary home for homeless pets. The S-V-A -S provides the homeless pet and all the supplies needed while in foster care Apply to foster today at www.svaspets.com/foster
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Hurting from separation or divorce? You don't have to go through it alone. Divorce Care Groups can help you face the challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Divorce Care Groups meet once a week for thirteen weeks, providing insight from experts, people who sincerely care about you, and an opportunity to talk about the challenges you are facing. The first meeting is Monday, September 8th at 7 pm at West Minot Church of God – 1105 16th St NW. For more information or to register for the upcoming session visit www.divorcecare.org or call us at (701) 839-1407. Participants are encouraged to purchase a participant’s guide at a cost of $20.00 which has some helpful resources as a supplement to the Monday evening meetings.
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North Dakota high school juniors and seniors to apply for the 2026 U.S. Senate Youth Program, which includes a $10,000 college scholarship. The application deadline is midnight Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. Additional details are posted on the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction’s website.
Are you ready for a night of laughter, fashion, and lifesaving fun? Bring your appetite and your furry friends for our Spay’ghetti & No Balls Dinner, complete with a paw-some pet fashion show!
Why it matters:
- Every year, over 6 million pets enter shelters in the U.S.
- Half are euthanized due to overpopulation
- Spaying & neutering is the most effective way to reduce this crisis
Event Details:
- When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
- Where: Sleep Inn & Suites in Minot, North Dakota
- Dress code: Your pet’s fabulously fashionable best, business casual for humans.
- Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 12, 2025
Why come?
- Delicious spaghetti (balls optional)
- Cutest pets strutting the runway
- Feel like a hero: Every ticket helps spay/neuter more pets!
- Grab your tickets on September 12th and help us tackle pet overpopulation, one noodle at a time!
- Presented by the Souris Valley Animal Shelter, for tickets and info call 701-852-6133