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Seasonal · 7 places
Free Thanksgiving Meals and Food Pantries in Bismarck (2026)
7 free Thanksgiving dinners, food giveaways and food pantries in Bismarck, ND for 2026, with times, places and who can come, from each organisation's own announcements.
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Turkey Trots Near Bismarck: 2026 Races, Dates and Registration
2 Thanksgiving turkey trots and 5Ks near Bismarck, ND for 2026: race day, start time, distances, entry fee and sign-up links from each race's organiser.
Seasonal · 6 places
Haunted Houses Near Bismarck: 2026 Dates, Hours and Tickets
6 haunted houses and Halloween attractions near Bismarck, ND for 2026: dates, hours, ticket prices and directions, from each place's own announcements.
Restaurants · 10 places
Best Lunch Spots in Bismarck
10 best lunch spots in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Shopping · 10 places
Local Shops and Boutiques in Bismarck
10 local shops and boutiques in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Activities · 9 places
Golf Courses in Bismarck
9 golf courses in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.

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Voting in Bismarck, ND: Dates, Hours and Polling PlacesChecked Nov 3

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Mary falls to Bemidji State in Bismarck tournament opener

University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders fell 2-1 to Bemidji State in Bismarck on Nov. 2 and will await the NCAA Division II tournament selection.

Nov 3

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NDDOT opens 2026 Name-A-Plow contest in North Dakota

Nov 2

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Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation lists three November events

Nov 2

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Public safety · Nov 1

Bismarck police honor Sarah VanBerkum as November City Star

Bismarck police named senior administrative assistant Sarah VanBerkum the City’s November City Star of the Month, according to the department’s release.

Roads & transit · Oct 31

Apple Creek Road reopening projected for Nov. 9

Burleigh County says Apple Creek Road is projected to reopen Nov. 9, weather permitting.

Sports · Oct 31

UMary volleyball hosts final home matches in Bismarck

University of Mary Athletics said the volleyball team will host Minnesota State Moorhead and Minnesota Crookston for its final home matches of the season.