Governor's Office

Recovery Reinvented Event

Governor Doug Burgum and First Lady Kathryn Helgaas Burgum are inviting addiction recovery advocates, behavioral health providers, business and community leaders, faith-based organizations, families, first responders, health care providers and administrators, law enforcement, Native American communities, university and college representatives and more to save the date for Recovery Reinvented on Sept. 26, 2017, in Bismarck.

Governor's Photo Contest

Governor Doug Burgum and the North Dakota Tourism Division, in partnership with AAA of North Dakota and North Dakota Council on the Arts, are hosting the Governor's Photo Contest. All North Dakota photographers are encouraged to submit photos that capture the unique things to see and do in the state. Deadline for entry is August 31, 2017.

North Dakota Tourism

ND Festivals and Fairs

In North Dakota, we do our fair amount of celebrating and we do it year-round. Summer is a great time to check out all of these Festivals and Fairs around the state and get the most out of your summer.

Medora Musical

Go out and enjoy some summer fun in Medora, ND. Don't miss your chance to see the Medora Musical this year. Set in the outdoor splendor of the rugged North Dakota Badlands, this professionally produced, western-style musical show is dedicated to the legacy of America's 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt, and the time he spent here in the Badlands.

Game and Fish Department

Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest

Submit an entry for the ND Game and Fish Department Watchable Wildlife Photo Contest. The deadline to submit your North Dakota wildlife photos is September 30, 2017.

Department of Emergency Services

Local Burn Restrictions and Fire Declarations

Be sure to always check the Department of Emergency Services website to see if there are any burn restrictions or fire declarations prior to burning.

Important Dates

Independence Day

State offices are closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.