Past Events

Annual Bison Bash activities will include a fun walk or run, scavenger hunt, bison fact presentation and trivia. As well as a guided hike on the nature preserve and a fun-filled water-themed obstacle course!

This year, we will be competing for the best event of the summer with Kids Weekend 2024: Park Olympics!

Celebrating 50 years of Fort Stevenson State Park by bringing together classic events, the Sailboat Regatta, Club de Skinautique Waterski show and Lighted Boat Parade, with some fun additions.

Come out to Fort Ransom State Park and enjoy Kids' Weekend. A bouncy house and kids' activities will be held throughout the day. All ages are sure to have fun!

Join Fort Abraham Lincoln’s troops for “Life of a Frontier Soldier”. During the special program, kids will take the official oath of enlistment in the U.S. frontier military; learn about life living on a frontier army post; the basics of field rifle and marching drill on the parade ground; and their role as part of Fort Abraham Lincoln.

Join us for a weekend of family-friendly activities including Family Feud, lawn games, color run, disc golf and street art!

Have you ever wanted to experience stargazing in dark sky country? Meet Interpreter Ash at the Morraine Loop trailhead at 10:30 pm and see constellations and stars of all kinds. 

Spend the day at Cross Ranch State Park for this annual event in partnership with the Bismarck Cancer Center Foundation. A full schedule of events is planned, so come to enjoy the beauty of the park, decorate your campsite, hear some amazing music, and light candles in memory of loved ones.