Marketplace Bismarck Civic Center, One day exposition to help families, communities and entrepreneurs discover unique, economic development ideas for North Dakota., 701-222-6487

Out Of the Darkness Community Walk [Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008] North Dakota State Capitol Grounds , Support the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention by participating in Bismarck’s first annual Out of the Darkness Community Walk on Sunday, October 5, 2008 at the ND State Capitol Grounds in Bismarck. Proceeds will benefit local and national suicide prevention and awareness programs, as well as survivor support. Registration will be held at the ND State Capitol Grounds at 2:30 pm. The walk will begin promptly at 3:30 pm. Route is wheelchair accessible., 701-471-0420

Carmike 8 2700 State Street, Bismarck, ND 58501, 701-223-5988

University of Mary Music Department 7500 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504, U-Mary Music presents outstanding concerts and recitals throughout the academic year September through April. Come see the University of Mary's dedicated music students and faculty present some of the best instrumental, choral and solo performances the region has to offer. , 701-355-8301

Northern Plains Dance 1125 East Main Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501, Northern Plains Dance is the home of both Northern Plains Dance Academy and Northern Plains Ballet, the only professional ballet company in North Dakota., 701-530-0986

Dakota Stage Ltd. 412 East Main Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501, Home of Bismarck-Mandan's community theatre., 701-258-4998

Dakota Stage 412 East Main, Bismarck, ND 58501, Community stage that holds various plays throughout the year., 701-258-4998

Capitol A'Fair Capitol Grounds, The Capitol grounds are covered with booths displaying and selling art work and crafts from throughout the region. Enjoy ethnic foods, performing theatre and dance groups.

Downtown Bismarck Street Fair Begin your Christmas shopping early with over 200 arts, crafts and specialty booths. Enjoy different types of cuisine with 50 or more food booths.

Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcase Bismarck Civic Center, Promoting and selling North Dakota products for the holidays.

Ride the River Participate in the Bismarck Tribune's annual bike and boat trip from Bismarck to Fort Abraham Lincoln.

Bismarck Bobcats Hockey 1200 North Washington Street, Bismarck, ND 58501, Professional Junior Hockey Organization and restaurant facilities at Tom O'Leary., 701-222-3300

Fantasy of Lights Parade Celebrate the Christmas season with Bismarck-Mandan's only nighttime parade. Christmas floats and lights parade begins at Avenue C and proceeds down 5th Street.

Custer Christmas Guests can tour the General George Custer home decorated for the holidays and then take a sleigh ride around Calvary Square at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park.