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Bismarck guides

Activities · 9 places
Museums and Attractions in Bismarck
9 museums and attractions in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Restaurants · 10 places
Ice Cream and Dessert Shops in Bismarck
10 ice cream and dessert shops in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Seasonal · 5 places
Where to Buy Halloween Costumes in Bismarck (2026)
5 places to buy Halloween costumes in Bismarck, ND for 2026, with addresses, hours and what each carries.
Nightlife · 8 places
Best Bars in Bismarck
8 best bars in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Parks · 9 places
Hiking and Walking Trails in Bismarck
9 hiking and walking trails in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.
Restaurants · 8 places
Best Bakeries in Bismarck
8 best bakeries in Bismarck, ND, with addresses and what each is known for.

Bismarck answers

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Latest news

Editorial illustration: Mandan 18th Avenue access to close for sewer work

Roads & transit

Mandan 18th Avenue access to close for sewer work

The North Dakota Department of Transportation said the 18th Avenue access off 3rd Street in Mandan will close starting Oct. 12 for up to two weeks.

Oct 11

Editorial illustration: Dakota State sweeps Bismarck State in Bismarck

Sports

Dakota State sweeps Bismarck State in Bismarck

Oct 10

Editorial illustration: NDDOT schedules overnight I-94 repairs in Fargo

Public safety

NDDOT schedules overnight I-94 repairs in Fargo

Oct 8

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Editorial illustration: 18th Avenue access off 3rd Street to close in Bismarck

Public safety · Oct 8

18th Avenue access off 3rd Street to close in Bismarck

The 18th Avenue access off 3rd Street in Bismarck will close Monday for storm sewer installation, the North Dakota Department of Transportation said.

Editorial illustration: Highway 52 to close for rail repairs west of Voltaire

Public safety · Oct 7

Highway 52 to close for rail repairs west of Voltaire

U.S. Highway 52 will close Oct. 12 for rail crossing repairs west of Voltaire, the North Dakota Department of Transportation said.

Editorial illustration: BSC career fair set for Oct. 13 in Bismarck

Events · Oct 8

BSC career fair set for Oct. 13 in Bismarck

Bismarck State College said its free Fall Career Fair on Oct. 13 will bring more than 100 employers to campus.

Public safety · Oct 7

Bismarck police say no Citizen Police Academy in 2026

The Bismarck Police Department says there will be no Citizen Police Academy in 2026.

Public safety · Oct 7

Bismarck police outline online reporting for certain incidents

The Bismarck Police Department says eligible non-emergency incidents in the city can be reported through its online system.

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