Black Water Bandit

Quite often, many of life's most pivotal moments are reflected in the art that we embrace. The many talented professionals at Dakota Stage Ltd pride themselves in holding up a mirror to those moments as they are expressed in some of the most compelling stage productions. Whether it is a piercing drama, a finely choreographed recital or a hilarious stand-up comedian, Dakota Stage Ltd puts forth the utmost effort to ensure that your spirit and emotions will be moved as a result of the entertainment that they have helped bring to the stage.

Get a stunning picture of the incredible art scene when you buy a picture---or several of them–at Bismark's highly popular Five Nations Art Depot. This historic Burlington Northern Railroad Depot has been converted into an eye-popping collection of several different varieties of Native American arts and crafts. The works of more than 200 North Dakota American Indian artists are on display and available for sale, so the chances are better than good that you'll find something you'll want to bring home with you!

Each fall, the Downtowners produce an arts, craft, and food show called Street Fair. This event was created by the Downtowners in 1973 as “Customer Appreciation Days” then grew into a full blown Street Fair and is now in its 51st year. Arts, craft, and food vendors will once again line the streets of Downtown Bismarck during September.

There are several opportunities for the whole family to make a big splash when you venture out to Bismarck's Super Slide Amusement Park. Race down the super slide, chase each other around in bumper cars, go for a spin around the carousel, or take a whack at a baseball in the batting cages.