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The Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo returns to Minot held October 10-12 -North Dakota State Fair Center. The circuit finals rodeo is the culmination of the rodeos in North Dakota and South Dakota and features the top twelve cowboys or cowgirls in each of eight events, who have won the most money over the season. They’re the best cowboys and cowgirls in North Dakota and South Dakota, plus surrounding states. The rodeo will also include high-level entertainment, including rodeo clown Dennis Halstead and announcers Bob Tallman and Garrison Allen. Performances start at 7 pm on Oct. 10-11 and at 1 pm on Oct. 12. Tickets can be purchased online at BadlandsCircuitFinalsRodeo.com and at the gate.
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Minot North High School DECA is putting on a Fall Fest, October 10th, from 4-6 pm. We are having a lot of fun events such as a trunk or treat area, a silent auction, food, a bake sale, face painting, games, and much more! This event is open to the entire community so please come check it out! It will be located in the Minot North Parking lot. Outdoors as long as weather permits, otherwise will be moved to Gym.
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The Minot Park District is excited to announce the 2025 dates for the annual Pumpkin Walk at Woodland Trail. This year’s festivities will take place from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm on Friday, October 10, and Saturday, October 11. The Pumpkin Walk is a free, family-friendly event celebrating the fall season with multiple food trucks and thousands of carved pumpkins lighting the trail. Guests are asked to park at the Dakota Bark Park (705 Highway 83 Bypass W) and follow the walking path to Woodland Trail. Additional lighting will be in place along the route to the entrance. The Woodland Trail parking lot will be reserved for handicap-accessible parking. Visitors are encouraged to dress warmly and bring flashlights
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Sunday, October 12th is the Kiwanis Pancake Day, 8am to 1pm - tickets are $7 in advance $8 at the door. The event will be held at the Minot Moose Lodge.
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Sunday, October 12th Burlington Rural Fire Department will have their annual pancake breakfast form 8:00 to 1:00, inside the Burlington Fire Station. All Proceeds to benefit the Burlington Rural Fire Department.
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The Minot Moose Lodge Craft & Vendor Show will be held from 9am to 3pm, October 18th with a soup and sandwich lunch served from 11a to 1p.
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Saturday October 18th from 9:00 to 3:00 head over to Edgewood Vista for the Vendor Fair Event. -
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Vincent United Methodist Church will host their fall Bazaar, Saturday October 18th 9:00 to 2:00. Soup and Sandwiches, Crafts, Baked Goods, and hot caramel rolls at 9. 1024 2nd Street SE in Minot.
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Trinity Cancer Care Center will be hosting their annual soup cook off - Saturday October 25th from 11:00 to 1:30 at Christ Lutheran Church in Minot. Sample as many soups as you want cost is $10 for adults and kicks 8 and under are $5. in memory of 3 time cancer fighter Deb Helland. Proceeds benefit the Trinity Cancer Care Center.
The 2026 Minot Bridal Showcase will take Sunday, January 18th inside the Clarion Center in Minot. Vendor applications are now being accepted, for the 2026 Minot Bridal Showcase, Sunday January 18th inside the Clarion Center in Minot. Don't wait as space is already limited call 701-852-4646 or email MinotBridalShow@gmail.com
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The Ryder Community Center Association is hosting the Ryder Fall Bazaar and Craft Show, Saturday November 15th, from 10:00am to 4:00pm inside the
Ryder Community Center. Lunch will be serviced and there will be a 3:00pm turkey drawing. Vendor applications are being accepted to find out more head to the Ryder, North Dakota Community Facebook page.
NDSU Extension Ward County will be offering the Aging Mastery Program®. Developed by the National Council on Aging (NCOA), this ten-week health and wellness program is free and geared towards adults 55 and over. The goal of the Aging Mastery Program® is to empower older adults to make and maintain small but impactful changes. The program will begin on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the Parker Senior Center (21 1st Ave SE, Minot, ND 58701) from 1:00-2:30 pm. Registration is required and space is limited. To register or for additional information, please contact the Ward County Extension office at 701-857-6444.
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Souris Valley Animal Shelter believes every homeless pet deserves a furever home. An essential part of making that happen is foster families. Fosters provide a loving temporary home for homeless pets. The S-V-A -S provides the homeless pet and all the supplies needed while in foster care Apply to foster today at www.svaspets.com/foster
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Hurting from separation or divorce? You don't have to go through it alone. Divorce Care Groups can help you face the challenges and move toward rebuilding your life. Divorce Care Groups meet once a week for thirteen weeks, providing insight from experts, people who sincerely care about you, and an opportunity to talk about the challenges you are facing. The first meeting is Monday, September 8th at 7 pm at West Minot Church of God – 1105 16th St NW. For more information or to register for the upcoming session visit www.divorcecare.org or call us at (701) 839-1407. Participants are encouraged to purchase a participant’s guide at a cost of $20.00 which has some helpful resources as a supplement to the Monday evening meetings.
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North Dakota high school juniors and seniors to apply for the 2026 U.S. Senate Youth Program, which includes a $10,000 college scholarship. The application deadline is midnight Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. Additional details are posted on the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction’s website.
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The Minot PBR hits the Minot Municipal Auditorium, Friday and Saturday November 21st and 22nd. The Minot PBR is part of the King of the North Showdown. Top competitors in the sport put it all on the line to gain crucial points available at the events toward the coveted “King of the North” title. Only purchase tickets directly from MinotPBR.com
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Are you ready for a night of laughter, fashion, and lifesaving fun? Bring your appetite and your furry friends for our Spay’ghetti & No Balls Dinner, complete with a paw-some pet fashion show!
Why it matters:
- Every year, over 6 million pets enter shelters in the U.S.
- Half are euthanized due to overpopulation
- Spaying & neutering is the most effective way to reduce this crisis
Event Details:
- When: Thursday, November 13, 2025
- Where: Sleep Inn & Suites in Minot, North Dakota
- Dress code: Your pet’s fabulously fashionable best, business casual for humans.
- Tickets go on sale on Friday, September 12, 2025
Why come?
- Delicious spaghetti (balls optional)
- Cutest pets strutting the runway
- Feel like a hero: Every ticket helps spay/neuter more pets!
- Grab your tickets on September 12th and help us tackle pet overpopulation, one noodle at a time!
- Presented by the Souris Valley Animal Shelter, for tickets and info call 701-852-6133
Minot PBR is part of the King of the North Showdown. Top competitors in the sport put it all on the line to gain crucial points available at the events toward the coveted “King of the North” title.
Only purchase tickets directly from MinotPBR.com