Things to Do in Bismarck, ND

Looking for things to do in Bismarck, ND? We track 24 upcoming events and 0 active groups within 25 miles of Bismarck, ND, refreshed daily. community meetups, weekend festivals, live music, and local classes are all in one place. Whether you're planning this weekend, looking for free things to do with kids, or trying to find your people through a local group, The Bored Plan surfaces real events organized by real neighbors, not scraped listicles. Updated Oct 2.

Updated October 2, 2026

Upcoming Events Near Bismarck

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks
Fri, Oct 2 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks
Sat, Oct 3 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins
Fri, Oct 16 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Bon Jovi's 'Slippery When Wet'
Sun, Oct 25 · 4:00 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium
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Sun, Oct 25 · 4:00 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings
Fri, Nov 6 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings
Sat, Nov 7 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros
Wed, Nov 25 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen
Fri, Dec 11 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen
Sat, Dec 12 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros
Thu, Dec 31 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks
Sat, Jan 16 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins
Fri, Jan 22 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins
Sat, Jan 23 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'
Sat, Feb 27 · 7:30 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium
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Black Jacket Symphony
Sat, Feb 27 · 7:30 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen
Sat, Mar 13 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings
Sat, Mar 27 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins
Fri, Apr 9 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros
Sat, Apr 17 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center
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Josh Turner: This Country Music Thing Tour
Thu, Nov 12 · 7:30 PM · Bismarck Event Center
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Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour - Ages 18+
Sat, Nov 14 · 8:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center
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Cirque Musica
Sat, Nov 28 · 7:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center
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Hairball
Fri, Dec 4 · 7:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center
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Frequently asked questions about things to do in Bismarck, ND

What is there to do in Bismarck, ND?: The Bored Plan is tracking 24 upcoming events within 25 miles of Bismarck, ND, refreshed daily. Expect community meetups, live music, church and school activities, and free family outings. It is the hyper-local stuff that rarely shows up on the big national event sites.
Are there free things to do in Bismarck, ND?: The Bored Plan surfaces free community events, park and library programs, and church activities within 25 miles of Bismarck, ND as they go up. Submit a free event you know about to help fill the calendar.
What is happening in Bismarck, ND this weekend?: Weekend plans for the Bismarck, ND area are refreshed daily. We are tracking 24 upcoming events within 25 miles right now, from local festivals and live music to free family outings, so check back through the week as more get added.
How do I post an event in Bismarck, ND?: Anyone can add a local event for free, no account required. Chambers, churches, schools, venues, and neighbors can submit Bismarck, ND-area events, which go live after a quick review.

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Things to Do in Bismarck, ND

Updated October 2, 2026

Upcoming Events Near Bismarck

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks

Fri, Oct 2 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks

Sat, Oct 3 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins

Fri, Oct 16 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins (Ticketmaster)

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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Bon Jovi's 'Slippery When Wet'

Sun, Oct 25 · 4:00 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium

The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Bon Jovi's 'Slippery When Wet' (Ticketmaster)

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Black Jacket Symphony

Sun, Oct 25 · 4:00 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium

Black Jacket Symphony (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings

Fri, Nov 6 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings

Sat, Nov 7 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros

Wed, Nov 25 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen

Fri, Dec 11 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen

Sat, Dec 12 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros

Thu, Dec 31 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Watertown Shamrocks

Sat, Jan 16 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins

Fri, Jan 22 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins

Sat, Jan 23 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Michael Jackson's 'Thriller'

Sat, Feb 27 · 7:30 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium

The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' (Ticketmaster)

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Black Jacket Symphony

Sat, Feb 27 · 7:30 PM · Belle Mehus Auditorium

Black Jacket Symphony (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen

Sat, Mar 13 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. St. Cloud Norsemen (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings

Sat, Mar 27 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Aberdeen Wings (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins

Fri, Apr 9 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Austin Bruins (Ticketmaster)

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Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros

Sat, Apr 17 · 7:15 PM · VFW Sports Center

Bismarck Bobcats vs. Minot Minotauros (Ticketmaster)

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Josh Turner: This Country Music Thing Tour

Thu, Nov 12 · 7:30 PM · Bismarck Event Center

Josh Turner: This Country Music Thing Tour (Ticketmaster)

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Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour - Ages 18+

Sat, Nov 14 · 8:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center

Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour - Ages 18+ (Ticketmaster)

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Cirque Musica

Sat, Nov 28 · 7:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center

Cirque Musica (Ticketmaster)

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Hairball

Fri, Dec 4 · 7:00 PM · Bismarck Event Center

Hairball (Ticketmaster)

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Frequently asked questions about things to do in Bismarck, ND

What is there to do in Bismarck, ND?

The Bored Plan is tracking 24 upcoming events within 25 miles of Bismarck, ND, refreshed daily. Expect community meetups, live music, church and school activities, and free family outings. It is the hyper-local stuff that rarely shows up on the big national event sites.

Are there free things to do in Bismarck, ND?

The Bored Plan surfaces free community events, park and library programs, and church activities within 25 miles of Bismarck, ND as they go up. Submit a free event you know about to help fill the calendar.

What is happening in Bismarck, ND this weekend?

Weekend plans for the Bismarck, ND area are refreshed daily. We are tracking 24 upcoming events within 25 miles right now, from local festivals and live music to free family outings, so check back through the week as more get added.

How do I post an event in Bismarck, ND?

Anyone can add a local event for free, no account required. Chambers, churches, schools, venues, and neighbors can submit Bismarck, ND-area events, which go live after a quick review.