This section has come in for its share of schemes and fakers, and its citizens have contributed their share of coin to the schemers. It has never been plain why local citizens will bite at something a home-town citizen couldn’t sell them in a hundred years.
— January 19, 1933 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
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Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun

Specials & Sales
10 Cent Beer Night @BlueRider
Wednesday, June 4th
Get ready for a night of nostalgia and unbeatable deals at Blue Rider’s 5th Annual Tribute to 10 Cent Beer Night this Wednesday, June 4th, in downtown Minot! Doors open at 4:00 PM, so bring your dimes and enjoy the fun at North Dakota’s favorite dive bar. #CheapDrinks #BlueRider #SavorMinot

Play & Participate
Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, May 9th — Saturday, May 10th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for the Full Flower Moon Fairy Hike on May 9th-10th and experience a magical evening adventure under the stars. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this hike is part of the park’s exciting Evening Hike Series. #NatureAdventure #EveningHike #SavorMinot

Live Music!
Greenboots @BlueRider
Saturday, January 25th
Get ready to rock with Greenboots at Blue Rider in downtown Minot on Saturday, January 25th! Enjoy a night of heavy rock music, stiff drinks, and free popcorn with no cover charge. #LiveMusic #RockOn #SavorMinot

Play & Participate
Full Snow Moon Candlelight Hike @FortStevenson
Saturday, February 15th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park on February 15th for the Full Snow Moon Candlelight Hike, part of their enchanting Evening Hike Series. Embrace the winter wonderland with a unique adventure under the stars, perfect for nature enthusiasts of all ages. #OutdoorAdventure #WinterHike #SavorMinot

Special Events & Fundraisers
Soup it Up 2025! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, February 22nd
Mark your calendars for Soup it Up 2025 at the Taube Museum of Art on February 22nd, where you can savor a variety of soups and participate in a silent auction. Join fellow food lovers in downtown Minot for this tasty fundraiser and vote for your favorite soup! #SoupItUp2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot