North Dakota Farm & Ranch Events Calendar
17 upcoming North Dakota events in date order: livestock shows, fairs, rodeos, FFA and 4-H contests, field days and ag conferences. 126 more yearly events are listed below with estimated dates.
November 2026
- North Dakota Farm Bureau Special Assignment Pizza Killdeer
A Special Assignment Pizza gathering for Farm Bureau members in Killdeer. Next event posted for November 18, 2026; the city comes from the event title.
Killdeer, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details - North Dakota Farm Bureau State Annual Meeting
Farm Bureau members meet in Bismarck for the NDFB state annual meeting. Next meeting posted for November 20, 2026.
December 2026
- North Dakota Farm Bureau Route 1000 Mandan
A Route 1000 Farm Bureau member stop in Mandan. Next stop posted for December 2, 2026.
Mandan, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details - Pride of Dakota Bismarck Holiday Showcase
The Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcase gathers North Dakota food and gift producers in Bismarck. Next showcase posted for December 4-5, 2026.
315 S 5th Street, Bismarck, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Department of Agriculture Official event details - North Dakota Farm Bureau Route 1000 Watford City
A Route 1000 Farm Bureau member stop in Watford City at the Roughrider Center. Next stop posted for December 7, 2026.
Watford City, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details - Western Dakota Crops Day
The 43rd annual Western Dakota Crops Day at the Hettinger Research Extension Center. Next day posted for December 11, 2026.
102 Hwy 12 W, Hettinger, ND 58639 | Organizer: NDSU Extension Official event details - Central Dakota Ag Day
Central Dakota Ag Day is run by NDSU Extension offices in Foster, Barnes, Eddy, Griggs, Sheridan, Stutsman and Wells counties at the Carrington Research Extension Center. Next day posted for December 18, 2026.
Carrington, ND | Organizer: NDSU Extension Official event details
January 2027
- NDSU Soil Water Workshop
The 2027 Soil Water Workshop meets in the FargoDome with an in-person and virtual option. Next workshop posted for January 20, 2027.
1800 N University Drive, Fargo, ND 58102 | Organizer: NDSU Extension Official event details - North Dakota Farm Bureau Living Ag in the Classroom Minot
A Living Ag in the Classroom session in Minot for teachers. Next session posted for January 27, 2027; the city comes from the event title.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details - North Dakota Farm Bureau Farm and Ranch Conference
The NDFB Farm and Ranch Conference returns to Bismarck. Next conference posted for January 29, 2027.
605 East Broadway Avenue, Bismarck, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details
February 2027
- North Dakota Farm Bureau Living Ag in the Classroom Bismarck
A Living Ag in the Classroom session in Bismarck for teachers. Next session posted for February 16, 2027; the city comes from the event title.
Bismarck, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details - North Dakota Farm Bureau Living Ag in the Classroom Fargo
A Living Ag in the Classroom session in Fargo for teachers. Next session posted for February 23, 2027; the city comes from the event title.
Fargo, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details
June 2027
- North Dakota FFA State Convention
Students compete in more than 30 award, degree and career development events during the week, including ag mechanics, dairy evaluation, floriculture and meats evaluation. Next convention posted for June 7-10, 2027 at NDSU.
- North Dakota High School Rodeo Finals
The top North Dakota high school rodeo athletes compete in Bowman for spots at the national finals. Next finals posted for June 9-13, 2027.
12 US-12, Bowman, ND 58623 | Organizer: North Dakota High School Rodeo Association Official event details - North Dakota State High School Rodeo Finals
Top North Dakota high school rodeo athletes compete for national finals berths over five days at the Bowman County Fairgrounds, with vendors selling food, clothing and jewelry. Next dates are June 9-13, 2027.
July 2027
- Killdeer Mountain Roundup PRCA Rodeo
The 104th annual Killdeer Mountain Roundup PRCA Rodeo, a long-running July Fourth weekend ranch-country rodeo at the Killdeer Saddle Club Arena in Dunn County. Next dates are July 1-4, 2027.
311 ND-22 Bypass, Killdeer, ND Official event details
September 2027
- Big Iron Farm Show
Big Iron is billed as the largest farm show in the upper Midwest, with more than 900 exhibit booths, training sessions and demonstrations. Next show posted for September 14-16, 2027.
Expected North Dakota Events: Dates Not Yet Announced
These yearly events have not announced their next dates. The dates below are estimates from the usual pattern; confirm with the organizer before you travel.
January 2027 (estimated)
- North Dakota Farm Bureau Regional Conference Dickinson
NDFB's Dickinson conference carried the theme to drive the future of agriculture, with registration at $175 per adult. Held each year in this region; the most recent dates were January 30-31, 2026.
Dickinson, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Farm Bureau Official event details
February 2027 (estimated)
- Bismarck PRCA Rodeo
A February PRCA rodeo in Bismarck. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-02-06 to 2026-02-07.
Bismarck, ND Official event details - PBR Velocity Tour Grand Forks
Professional Bull Riders Velocity Tour stop in Grand Forks on February 6-7, 2026.
Grand Forks, ND Official event details - NDSU Agriculturist of the Year Banquet
The Saddle and Sirloin Club banquet honored Jim Kirsch, an animal sciences research technician with over 40 years at NDSU, the evening before the Little International. Held each year; the most recent banquet was February 13, 2026.
Fargo, ND | Organizer: NDSU Saddle and Sirloin Club Official event details - NDSU Little International Livestock Show
The 100th Little International at NDSU Shepperd Arena featured student showmanship in beef, dairy, sheep, swine and goats, plus lamb lead, ham curing and public speaking. Held each year; the most recent show was February 14, 2026.
Fargo, ND | Organizer: NDSU Saddle and Sirloin Club Official event details - Sheridan County General Private Applicators Pesticide Training
NDSU Extension pesticide certification session for farmers and ranchers held February 17, 2026, at 12:45 p.m. in McClusky City Hall.
117 B Ave E W, McClusky, ND | Organizer: NDSU Extension Official event details - North Central Seed Show and Ag Expo
The 81st annual seed show and ag expo ran February 18, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the MLS-Mohall School gym, hosted by the Renville-Bottineau Ag Improvement Association.
Mohall, ND | Organizer: Renville-Bottineau Ag Improvement Association Official event details - Ward County 4-H Air Rifle and Pistol Match
County 4-H shooting sports match held February 21, 2026, at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds in Minot, with a Fun Match for all ages at 1 p.m.
2005 E Burdick Expy, Minot, ND 58701 | Organizer: Ward County 4-H Official event details - Steele County Crop and Livestock Improvement Association Meeting
Winter crop and livestock meeting for Steele County producers held February 26, 2026, from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Finley American Legion, hosted with NDSU Extension.
Finley, ND | Organizer: Steele County Crop and Livestock Improvement Association Official event details
March 2027 (estimated)
- North Dakota Winter Show
The North Dakota Winter Show brings a PRCA rodeo, ranch rodeo, horse day, junior cattle show and chili cook-off to Valley City each March. Held each year; the most recent dates were March 4-7, 2026, with a concert on February 28.
700 7th St. SE, Valley City, ND 58072 | 701-845-1401 | Organizer: North Dakota Winter Show Official event details - North Dakota Winter Show Ranch Rodeo
Ranch teams compete in working-ranch events at the Valley City Winter Show on Thursday evening. Held each year; the most recent ranch rodeo was March 5, 2026.
700 7th St. SE, Valley City, ND 58072 | 701-845-1401 | Organizer: North Dakota Winter Show Official event details - North Dakota Winter Show Horse Day
Horse Day is the Thursday program of the Valley City Winter Show, held alongside the winter show luncheon. Held each year; the most recent Horse Day was March 5, 2026.
700 7th St. SE, Valley City, ND 58072 | 701-845-1401 | Organizer: North Dakota Winter Show Official event details - North Dakota Winter Show PRCA Rodeo
Two nights of PRCA rodeo close the Winter Show week in Valley City, on Friday and Saturday. Held each year; the most recent rodeo was March 6-7, 2026.
- King or Queen of the Sale Ring Bid Call Contest
Auctioneer hopefuls compete in a bid-calling contest for the King or Queen of the Sale Ring title during Winter Show Friday. Held each year; the most recent contest was March 6, 2026.
700 7th St. SE, Valley City, ND 58072 | 701-845-1401 | Organizer: North Dakota Winter Show Official event details - North Dakota Winter Show Hippology Contest
Horse knowledge contest during Winter Show week in Valley City, with judging in the show barn and the exhibition building. Held each March; the most recent contest was March 6, 2026 at 10 a.m.
700 7th St SE, Valley City, ND 58072 Official event details - North Dakota Winter Show Junior Cattle Show
Youth exhibitors show cattle on the final Saturday of the Valley City Winter Show. Held each year; the most recent show was March 7, 2026.
- Fargo PRCA Rodeo
A late-March PRCA rodeo in Fargo. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-03-27 to 2026-03-28.
Fargo, ND Official event details
April 2027 (estimated)
- Steele County Communication Arts and Project Expo
4-H communication arts presentations and project exhibits on April 6, 2026, at the Finley-Sharon School with registration required.
Finley, ND | Organizer: Steele County 4-H Official event details - Rodeo Minot
Friday brings an NDRA rodeo and Saturday a PRCA rodeo at the State Fair Center, with adult tickets at $15 and $20. Held each year; the most recent dates were April 10-11, 2026.
2005 Burdick Expressway East, Minot, ND 58701 | 701-857-8206 Official event details - Richland County 4-H Project Expo and Clothing Revue
County 4-H day combining the Project Expo, Clothing Revue, Communication Arts and Consumer Decision Making contests, held April 12, 2026, at Richland 44 School in Colfax.
Colfax, ND | Organizer: Richland County 4-H Official event details
May 2027 (estimated)
- Ag Expo Pro Rodeo
A professional rodeo tied to the Ag Expo in Watford City. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-05-22 to 2026-05-23.
Watford City, ND Official event details - Chutes and Boots PBR
Chutes and Boots is a bull riding event in West Fargo on May 29-30, 2026.
West Fargo, ND Official event details
June 2027 (estimated)
- NDSA Spring Roundup Napoleon
NDSA District 3 spring roundup in Napoleon, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-02.
69 Broadway Street, Napoleon, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - NDSA Spring Roundup Woodworth
NDSA District 2 spring roundup in Woodworth, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-03.
111 Main Street, Woodworth, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - NDSA Spring Roundup Hannaford
NDSA District 1 spring roundup in Hannaford, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-04.
271 Wheat Street, Hannaford, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - Killdeer NDRA Rodeo
A one-night North Dakota Rodeo Association event in Killdeer; the NDRA broadcast schedule lists a 6:30 p.m. start. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-06-06.
Killdeer, ND Official event details - Elgin Saddle Club Rodeo
A two-day saddle club rodeo in Elgin. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-06-06 to 2026-06-07.
Elgin, ND Official event details - NDSA Spring Roundup Carson
NDSA District 4 spring roundup in Carson, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-09.
310 N Main Street, Carson, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - NDSA Spring Roundup Belfield
NDSA District 5 spring roundup in Belfield, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-10.
107 2nd Ave. NE, Belfield, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - Ward County 4-H Achievement Days
The 94th annual Ward County 4-H Achievement Days ran June 12-18, 2026, at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds with 264 members showing projects, horses and livestock; free to attend.
Minot, ND | Organizer: Ward County 4-H Official event details - Ag Day Emmons County
Linton farm-town festival with a parade, coronation, tractor and car shows, roping events, a kuchen eating contest, cornhole and live music on Main Street. Most recent dates were June 12-14, 2026.
Linton, ND Official event details - McLean County Fair
McLean County Fair is held June 12-14, 2026 at the fairgrounds in Underwood, one of the earliest county fairs of the North Dakota summer.
N Prairieview St, Underwood, ND 58576, Underwood, ND Official event details - Bear Creek Rodeo
A one-day rodeo in Oakes. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-06-13.
Oakes, ND Official event details - NDSA Spring Roundup Berthold
NDSA District 6 spring roundup in Berthold, a free cattlemen's meeting that starts with a 5 p.m. social. Held each year; the most recent roundup was 2026-06-08.
210 Main Street, Berthold, ND | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details - Fred Berger Memorial Xtreme Bull Riding
Memorial bull riding event in Bismarck on June 16-17, 2026 named for Fred Berger.
Bismarck, ND Official event details - Greater Grand Forks Fair
Greater Grand Forks Fair with rides, food, 4-H exhibits, concerts and games at the Grand Forks County Fairgrounds. Held each June; the most recent dates were June 17-21, 2026.
Grand Forks, ND Official event details - McKenzie County Fair
McKenzie County Fair in Watford City runs June 17-20, 2026, serving the largest county in North Dakota by area with 4-H, open-class and community events.
Watford City, ND Official event details - Steele County 4-H Consumer Decision Making Contest
County CDM contest for beginner, junior and senior 4-H members, offered June 18 or June 22, 2026, at 1 p.m. in the Steele County Courthouse Extension Office, with study guides provided.
Finley, ND | Organizer: Steele County 4-H Official event details - Bottineau County Fair
Four-day Bottineau County Fair at the county fairgrounds in Bottineau, run by the Bottineau County Fair Association. The most recent dates were June 18-21, 2026; the fair is held each June.
1205 98th St NE, Bottineau, ND 58318 | 701-228-5140 | Organizer: Bottineau County Fair Association Official event details - Foster County Fair
Four-day Foster County Fair with carnival rides, livestock shows, petting zoos, contests and live entertainment, held since 1933 in Carrington. The most recent dates were June 18-21, 2026.
Carrington, ND Official event details - Ward County Shootout Youth Livestock Show
Bonus youth livestock show held June 19, 2026, the day after Ward County 4-H Achievement Days wrapped up, at the North Dakota State Fairgrounds in Minot.
Minot, ND | Organizer: Ward County 4-H Official event details - Divide County Fair
Divide County Fair in Crosby, a three-day summer fair at the county fairgrounds hosted by the Divide County Fair Association. The most recent dates were June 19-21, 2026.
10 5th St NE, Crosby, ND 58730 | 701-240-8951 | Organizer: Divide County Fair Association Official event details - Wells County Fair Rodeo
The Wells County Fair rodeo in Fessenden, starting at 3 p.m. on the NDRA broadcast schedule. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-06-21.
Fessenden, ND Official event details - Stark-Billings 4-H Achievement Days
Annual 4-H exhibit and judging days at the Stark County Fairgrounds in Dickinson, June 23-25, 2026, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with static interview judging on June 22.
Dickinson, ND | Organizer: Stark-Billings County 4-H Official event details - Hettinger County Fair
Hettinger County Fair is a three-day event June 25-27, 2026 on the fairgrounds along Highway 21 in Mott.
831 East ND Hwy 21, Mott, ND 58646, Mott, ND Official event details - Roughrider Days Fair and Expo
Roughrider Days Fair and Expo is the big summer fair of Dickinson and Stark County, with the main fairgrounds days set for June 25-28, 2026 alongside a PRCA pro rodeo.
4024 Highway 22 S, Dickinson, ND 58601, Dickinson, ND Official event details - McLeod Stampede
A two-day small-town rodeo in McLeod. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-06-26 to 2026-06-27.
McLeod, ND Official event details - James River Rodeo
A two-day rodeo in Jamestown along the James River. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-06-26 to 2026-06-27.
Jamestown, ND Official event details - Roughrider Days PRCA Pro Rodeo
The Roughrider Days PRCA Pro Rodeo runs three evenings at the Stark County Fairgrounds in Dickinson. Held each year; the most recent dates were June 26-28, 2026.
4024 Hwy 22 S, Dickinson, ND 58601 Official event details - Beaver Valley Horse Club Rodeo
A horse club rodeo in Strasburg with 6:30 p.m. starts on the NDRA broadcast schedule. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-06-27 to 2026-06-28.
Strasburg, ND Official event details - Renville County Fair
Renville County's annual fair, scheduled for June 29 to July 1 in 2026 and tied to local 4-H and open class exhibits. Held in Mohall.
Mohall, ND Official event details - Barnes County 4-H Achievement Days
Three days of 4-H judging for statics, clothing revue and project expo, plus livestock, rabbit, poultry, pet and dog shows, ending with the project parade and sponsor supper. Most recent dates were June 29-July 1, 2026.
700 7th Street SE, Valley City, ND 58072 | Organizer: NDSU Extension Barnes County Official event details - Stark-Billings 4-H Achievement Days
Stark-Billings 4-H Achievement Days during Roughrider Days: static interview judging, horse show, rabbit and poultry show, then the livestock show and premium sale. Most recent dates were June 22-25, 2026.
Dickinson, ND | Organizer: NDSU Extension Stark-Billings County Official event details - LaMoure County 4-H Achievement Days
One-day celebration of local 4-H youth in LaMoure opening with static interview judging, then a small animal show, a chain reaction machine demonstration and a barbecue.
LaMoure, ND | 701-883-6080 | Organizer: NDSU Extension LaMoure County Official event details - NDSU Youth Livestock Judging Camp
The NDSU Livestock Judging Team hosted 26 campers from North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Montana and Ohio, with the NDSU Beef Unit and the Red River Valley Fair providing livestock. Held each year; the most recent camp was June 30 to July 2, 2026.
Fargo, ND | Organizer: NDSU Livestock Judging Team Official event details - Richland County Livestock Showmanship Clinic
Hands-on clinic for 4-H members to practice showmanship before the county livestock show, held June 24, 2026, at the Bagg Bonanza Farm Arena in Mooreton.
Mooreton, ND | Organizer: Richland County 4-H Official event details - Stutsman County Fair
Annual county fair at the Stutsman County Fairgrounds in Jamestown, set for June 24-27, 2026, as the 128th edition.
27th St NW, Jamestown, ND 58401 | (701) 252-2404 Official event details - Upper Missouri Valley Fair
Williams County's annual fair at the Upper Missouri Valley Fairground in Williston, scheduled June 24-28, 2026.
519 53rd St E, Williston, ND 58801 | 701-572-3338 Official event details - Mercer County Fair
Mercer County Fair fills five days, June 24-28, 2026, at the fairgrounds in Beulah in coal and power country along the Missouri River.
112 7th St NE, Beulah, ND 58523, Beulah, ND Official event details - Logan County 4-H Achievement Days
Static exhibit judging on June 24 and an open house with awards on June 25 in Napoleon; the 2026 show drew 228 exhibits from 48 exhibitors including 19 Cloverbuds.
Napoleon, ND | Organizer: NDSU Extension Logan County Official event details
July 2027 (estimated)
- Mandan Rodeo Days
The 147th annual Mandan Rodeo Days over the Fourth of July weekend. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-07-02 to 2026-07-04.
Mandan, ND Official event details - Towner Rodeo
A two-day Fourth of July rodeo in Towner. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-07-03 to 2026-07-04.
Towner, ND Official event details - Red River Valley Fair
Ten-day Cass County fair at the West Fargo fairgrounds, with competitive exhibits, Cass County 4-H events and livestock shows. Held each July; the most recent dates were July 3-12, 2026.
1805 Main Avenue West, West Fargo, ND 58078 | 701-282-2200 | Organizer: Red River Valley Fair Official event details - Sheyenne Stampede
An NDRA stampede rodeo in Sheyenne on the Fourth of July. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-07-04.
Sheyenne, ND Official event details - Mountrail County 4-H Fair
The Mountrail County 4-H Fair is held July 6-9, 2026 at the county fairgrounds northwest of Stanley, centered on youth projects and livestock exhibits.
8101 61st St NW, Stanley, ND 58784, Stanley, ND | 701-628-2835 Official event details - Sheridan County 4-H Achievement Days
Livestock show, static judging and a community supper on July 7-8, 2026, at the Hoffer Lake 4-H Building and Grounds north of McClusky.
McClusky, ND | Organizer: Sheridan County 4-H Official event details - Benson County 4-H Achievement Days
Benson County 4-H members celebrate a year of projects and growth at the Benson County Event Center in Maddock, whether or not they win a ribbon. Most recent dates were July 7-9, 2026.
809 Railway Ave, Maddock, ND 58348 | Organizer: NDSU Extension Benson County Official event details - Dickey County Fair
Dickey County Fair at the county fairgrounds in Ellendale, organized by the Dickey County Fair Association. Held each July; the most recent dates were July 9-12, 2026.
520 4th Ave S, Ellendale, ND 58436 | 701-320-0381 | Organizer: Dickey County Fair Association Official event details - Golden Valley County Fair
Golden Valley County Fair at the fairgrounds in Beach, hosted by the Golden Valley County Fair Association. The most recent dates were July 9-11, 2026.
499 3rd Ave NW, Beach, ND 58621 | 701-872-4332 | Organizer: Golden Valley County Fair Association Official event details - Pembina County Fair
Pembina County Fair is held July 9-11, 2026 at the county fairgrounds on Highway 5 at Hamilton in the northeast corner of the state.
14878 North Dakota Highway 5, Hamilton, ND 58238, Hamilton, ND Official event details - Richland County 4-H Achievement Days Static Judging
Static project interviews and judging for Richland County 4-H Achievement Days, July 10, 2026, at the Hankinson Community Center.
Hankinson, ND | Organizer: Richland County 4-H Official event details - Wing Rodeo
A two-night rodeo in Wing with 6:30 p.m. starts on the NDRA broadcast schedule. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-07-10 to 2026-07-11.
Wing, ND Official event details - Dunn County Fair
Dunn County Fair held at the High Plains Community Center in Killdeer and organized by the Dunn County Fair Association. Held each July; the most recent dates were July 10-12, 2026.
100 5th Ave SW, Killdeer, ND 58640 | 701-764-6533 | Organizer: Dunn County Fair Association Official event details - Richland County 4-H Livestock Show
County 4-H livestock and small animal judging with showmanship, July 11, 2026, at the Bagg Bonanza Farm Arena in Mooreton.
Mooreton, ND | Organizer: Richland County 4-H Official event details - Makoti Threshers Rodeo
A one-day rodeo in Makoti tied to the Threshers show. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-07-11.
Makoti, ND Official event details - Tri-County Fair 12th Annual Archery Contest
Archery tournament for ages 8-18 in Beginner, Junior and Senior divisions with Barebow and Freestyle classes; $15 entry, registration due July 8.
8050 38th Ave SE, Wishek, ND 58495 | 701-754-2504 | Organizer: Logan County 4-H and NDSU Extension Logan County Official event details - Cass County 4-H Livestock Premium Auction
Morning sale after the Red River Valley Fair where 4-H members ages 8 to 20 sell cattle, sheep, goats and pigs; more than 100 animals sold in 2026 and one topped $10,000. Held each July.
1805 Main Avenue West, West Fargo, ND 58078 | Organizer: Red River Valley Fair Foundation and Cass County 4-H Official event details - Griggs County Fair
Griggs County Fair is held July 8-12, 2026 at the Cooperstown fairgrounds, where the community building also hosts a seasonal farmers market.
301 12th St SE, Cooperstown, ND 58425, Cooperstown, ND Official event details - North Dakota State Fair
The North Dakota State Fair fills the Minot fairgrounds for nine days each July with 4-H and FFA exhibits, livestock shows, horse shows and youth contests. Held each year; the most recent dates were July 17-25, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair Quarter Horse Show
The quarter horse show starts Friday at 8 a.m. in the All Seasons Arena and continues Saturday in Arena II. Held each year; the most recent show was July 17-18, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair Draft Horse Show
Draft horse event classes run Saturday at 4 p.m. and hitch classes Sunday at 1:30 p.m. in the All Seasons Arena. Held each year; the most recent show was July 18-19, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair ARBA Rabbit Show
An American Rabbit Breeders Association sanctioned show runs both weekend mornings at 9 a.m. in the Rabbit Barn. Held each year; the most recent show was July 18-19, 2026.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota State Fair Official event details - North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Poultry Show
The 4-H/FFA poultry show opens the livestock week at 8 a.m. in the Poultry Barn, followed by the open class show at 1 p.m. Held each year; the most recent show was July 19, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H Horse Show
4-H members show horses over three mornings at the Minot fairgrounds, starting at 8 a.m. in Arena II. Held each year; the most recent show ran July 20-22, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair ND Club Calf Association Show
The North Dakota Club Calf Association holds its show at 3:30 p.m. in the Gooseneck Arena after the junior breed shows. Held each year; the most recent show was July 21, 2026.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota State Fair Official event details - North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Beef Show
4-H and FFA exhibitors bring market and breeding beef to the All Seasons Arena at 8 a.m. Held each year; the most recent show was July 23, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Swine Show
The 4-H/FFA hog show begins at 2 p.m. in the Expo Barn on the Thursday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was July 23, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Rabbit Show
Youth rabbit exhibitors show at 3 p.m. in the Rabbit Barn on the Thursday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was July 23, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Dairy Cattle Show
Junior dairy exhibitors lead cows into the Gooseneck Arena at 8 a.m. on the Friday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was July 24, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Meat Goats Show
The youth meat goat class is held at noon in the Gooseneck Arena on the Friday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was July 24, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H Leadership Showmanship
A 6 p.m. showmanship contest in the All Seasons Arena where 4-H members are judged on handling skills across species. Held each year; the most recent contest was July 24, 2026.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota State Fair Official event details - North Dakota State Fair ND Junior Sheep Show
Junior sheep exhibitors from across the state compete at 4 p.m. in the Expo Barn. Held each year; the most recent show was July 24, 2026.
- Sargent County Rodeo
The Sargent County fair rodeo in Forman, with evening performances on both nights. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-07-24 to 2026-07-25.
Forman, ND Official event details - Sargent County Fair
Annual Sargent County Fair at the Sargent County Fairgrounds in Forman, scheduled July 22-26, 2026.
101 Green Ave SE, Forman, ND 58032 | 701-680-0189 Official event details - North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Sheep Show
Youth sheep exhibitors show in the Expo Barn starting at noon on the Wednesday of fair week. Held each year; the most recent show was July 22, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair 4-H/FFA Dairy Goat Show
Youth dairy goat exhibitors show at 9 a.m. in the Gooseneck Arena, ahead of the afternoon ND Junior Goat Show. Held each year; the most recent show was July 22, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair ND Junior Goat Show
The statewide junior goat show is held at 4 p.m. in the Gooseneck Arena after the morning dairy goat class. Held each year; the most recent show was July 22, 2026.
- Morton County Fair
Morton County Fair is set for July 29 to August 2, 2026 at the fairgrounds in New Salem, home of the county 4-H show and a fair-week rodeo.
1000 8th St N, New Salem, ND 58563, New Salem, ND Official event details - Steele County 4-H Achievement Days
Static interview judging and Parade of Champions on July 30, 2026, then rabbit, poultry and livestock shows at the 4-H barn on July 31 at the Hope American Legion area.
Hope, ND | Organizer: Steele County 4-H Official event details - Morton County Fair Rodeo
The Morton County Fair rodeo in New Salem, with 6:30 p.m. starts on the NDRA schedule. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-07-31 to 2026-08-01.
New Salem, ND Official event details - North Dakota State Fair 4-H Round Robin and Awards
The closing 4-H day starts with the 8 a.m. Round Robin showmanship contest and an awards program at 9:30 a.m. Held each year; the most recent program was July 25, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair ND Junior Market Hog Show
The state junior market hog show starts at 10:30 a.m. in the Expo Barn on the final Saturday of the fair. Held each year; the most recent show was July 25, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair ND State Dairy Cattle Show
The ND State Dairy Cattle Show wraps up dairy week at 11 a.m. in the Gooseneck Arena. Held each year; the most recent show was July 25, 2026.
- North Dakota State Fair Top of Dakota Lamb and Pig Show
The Top of Dakota Lamb and Pig Show closes the swine and sheep schedule at 4 p.m. in the Expo Barn. Held each year; the most recent show was July 25, 2026.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota State Fair Official event details - North Dakota State Fair Kiddie Calf Show
Young children lead calves in the Gooseneck Arena at 10 a.m. on the last Saturday of the fair. Held each year; the most recent show was July 25, 2026.
Minot, ND | Organizer: North Dakota State Fair Official event details
August 2027 (estimated)
- Bowman County Fair and Rodeo
The Bowman County Fair rodeo, with the NDRA broadcast starting at 7:30 p.m. on August 6. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-08-06 to 2026-08-07.
Bowman, ND Official event details - Bowman County Fair
Bowman County Fair at the fairgrounds on Highway 12 in southwestern North Dakota. Held each August; the most recent dates were August 6-9, 2026.
12 Highway 12, Bowman, ND 58623 Official event details - Ranchorama Days NDRA Rodeo
An NDRA rodeo during Ranchorama Days in Medora. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-08-07 to 2026-08-08.
Medora, ND Official event details - Hettinger Rodeo
A one-day rodeo in Hettinger. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-08-01.
Hettinger, ND Official event details - Home on the Range Champions Ride Rodeo
A one-day champions ride rodeo in Medora. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-08-01.
Medora, ND Official event details - Hettinger Rodeo
Hettinger Rodeo is held August 1, 2026 in Hettinger. Held each year in North Dakota.
Hettinger, ND Official event details - Grant County Fair and 4-H Achievement Days
The Carson fair runs Thursday to Sunday with 4-H and FFA interview judging, a horse show, livestock judging, a Saturday 4-H and FFA livestock sale, parade, chili cook-off, tractor trek and youth rodeo.
Carson, ND | Organizer: Grant County Fair Association Official event details - Grant County Fair Ranch Rodeo
Ranch rodeo held on the Friday of Grant County Fair week at the Carson rodeo grounds, following the morning 4-H and FFA livestock judging and the chili cook-off.
Carson, ND | Organizer: Grant County Fair Association Official event details - Grant County Fair and Rodeo
A one-day county fair rodeo in Carson. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-08-15.
Carson, ND Official event details - Bruce Zingg Memorial Rodeo
Saturday afternoon memorial rodeo during the Grant County Fair in Carson, scheduled after the 4-H and FFA livestock sale and the Rods N Rock car show.
Carson, ND | Organizer: Grant County Fair Association Official event details - Ransom County Fair
Five-day county fair at the Ransom County Fairgrounds in Lisbon with livestock and 4-H shows, a ranch rodeo, pedal tractor pull, carnival, parade and vendors. Dates for 2026 are August 26-30.
612 7th Ave W, Lisbon, ND 58054 Official event details - Ransom County Fair and Rodeo
The Ransom County Fair rodeo in Lisbon; the Friday date depends on high school football scheduling. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-08-28 to 2026-08-29.
Lisbon, ND Official event details - Slope County Fair Rodeo
The Slope County Fair rodeo in Amidon. Held each year; the most recent date was 2026-08-30.
Amidon, ND Official event details
September 2027 (estimated)
- Devils Lake NDRA Chute Out
An NDRA weekend rodeo in Devils Lake, called the NDRA Shootout in the NDRA broadcast lineup. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-09-11 to 2026-09-13.
Devils Lake, ND Official event details - North Dakota Rough Rider Cup
North Dakota's richest rodeo brings the top 32 contestants in the world to the Dale Pahlke Arena for eight events and over $500,000 in cash and prizes. Held each year; the most recent dates were September 18-20, 2026.
Mandan, ND | 701-409-2962 Official event details - NDRA Finals Rodeo
The North Dakota Rodeo Association finals in Watford City, with 6 p.m. starts on Friday and Saturday and a 1 p.m. finish on Sunday. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-09-25 to 2026-09-27.
Watford City, ND Official event details - Minot Ys Mens PBR
Bull riding hosted by the Minot Y Men Club in Minot on September 25-26, 2026.
Minot, ND Official event details - North Dakota Stockmen's Association Convention and Trade Show
The 97th annual NDSA convention and trade show drew cattle producers to Bismarck for three days. Held each year; the most recent dates were September 24-26, 2026.
Bismarck, ND | 701-223-2522 | Organizer: North Dakota Stockmen's Association Official event details
October 2027 (estimated)
- Richland County 4-H Awards Program
Year-end awards night on October 4, 2026, at the Wahpeton Community Center where members receive year pins, project pins, premium checks and special awards.
Wahpeton, ND | Organizer: Richland County 4-H Official event details - Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo
The Badlands Circuit finals in Minot, the season-ending regional PRCA event. Held each year; the most recent dates were 2026-10-09 to 2026-10-11.
Minot, ND Official event details - Walsh County Fair
Walsh County's late-season fair at the Walsh County Fair Grounds in Park River, set for October 21-24, 2026, and October 20-23, 2027.
510 6th St W, Park River, ND 58270 | (701) 331-8930 Official event details