North Dakota Fairs & Festivals: The Complete 2026 Guide

North Dakota hosts 27 fairs and festivals in 2026 across 10 counties — agricultural fairs, craft shows, food festivals, and seasonal celebrations. Season peaks in November, October, August. This guide covers the best-rated events, when to go, and how to find fairs near you.

Best-rated fairs & festivals in North Dakota

5(2)

CraftFood FestivalMusic

Mandan Art in the Park Festival

Mandan Art in the Park Festival will be held on July 3-4, 2026.

Fri–Sat, Jul 3–4Mandan

5(2)

CraftFood FestivalCultural

The Fargo Fiber Arts Festival

The Fargo Fiber Arts Festival will be held on August 1-2, 2026.

Sat–Sun, Aug 1–2West Fargo

4.6(22)

CraftFood FestivalMusic

Bismarck Capital Afair

Bismarck Capital A’Fair will be held on August 1-2, 2026.

Sat–Sun, Aug 1–2Bismarck

4.6(7)

CraftFood FestivalMusic

North Dakota Country Fest

North Dakota Country Fest will be held on July 8-11, 2026.

Jul 8–11New Salem

4.5(154)

CraftFood FestivalArtisan

Big Iron Farm Show

Big Iron Farm Show will be held on September 15-17, 2026.

Tue–Thu, Sep 15–17West Fargo

4.5(91)

CraftArtisan

Williston Summer Craft and Vendor Show

Williston Summer Craft and Vendor Show will be held on August 8th, 2026.

Sat, Aug 8Williston