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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.
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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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UMary hockey rises to No. 7 in national rankings

University of Mary Athletics said the Marauders climbed to No. 7 in the first computer rankings of the ACHA Men’s Division I season.

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University of Mary soccer earns three NSIC major awards

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UMary scheduled to host Bemidji State in Bismarck playoff opener

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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.

Public safety · Nov 2

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

The North Dakota Department of Transportation said Monday it opened its 2026 Name-A-Plow contest, with entries accepted through Nov. 23.

Events · Nov 2

Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation lists three November events

The Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation lists three benefit events in Bismarck for November, according to its events calendar.

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.