Here's a quick glance at some of the events and things to do in the summertime in Bismarck-Mandan. The summers here abound with free opportunities, outside activities, family entertainment, and more. Remember to check any of the many community calendars for other happenings.

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• Bismarck Parks & Rec activities

• Mandan Parks & Rec activities

• 4th of July events: Mandan Parade & Street Festival, Mandan Rodeo Days

• Capitol Shakespeare - enjoy one of the Bard's plays, performed live by talented casts each summer on the Capitol lawn, 6:30 pm each night around the 3rd week of July

• Dakota Zoo - always fun to get to know our local wild critters, and they have fun family events!

• Free Bowling for Kids at Midway Lanes - must register to get free weekly bowling passes

• Free Golf at area courses - for Juniors 12 and under, tee off before 11 a.m. at various area courses

• Sleepy Hollow - Midsummer Celebration of Light; art classes

• Shade Tree Players - puts on several plays each summer

• Urban Harvest - downtown booths and entertainment

 

Summer Camps

• The Afterschool Place

• Gateway to Science

• Theo Art School Summer Art Camps

• YMCA Summer Camps:

  • Day Camp: Entering 1st-7th

  • Grade Y Explorers: Entering 1st-4th Grade

  • Summer Kinder Camp: Ages 4-5 Years

  • Y Explorers PM Half Day Program: Entering 1st-4th Grade

  • Y Explorers: Menu