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Seasonal · 8 places
Free Thanksgiving Meals and Food Pantries in Bismarck (2026)
8 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.
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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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Bismarck State women’s wrestlers place at Iowa tournament

Bismarck State College Athletics said three Mystics finished in the top eight at the Luther Hill Open in Indianola, Iowa.

Nov 5

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Mary hockey scores 15 in shutout of Lake Region State

Nov 5

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UMary hockey rises to No. 7 in national rankings

Nov 4

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Sports · Nov 4

University of Mary soccer earns three NSIC major awards

University of Mary Athletics said the NSIC recognized three Marauders with major awards and selected five for all-conference teams.

Sports · Nov 4

UMary scheduled to host Bemidji State in Bismarck playoff opener

University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders were set to host Bemidji State on Nov. 2 at the MDU Resources Community Bowl in the NSIC tournament opener.

Sports · Nov 3

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.