111 Main Ave. E
Rolla, ND 58367

This community celebration brings together music, friendly competition, hometown tradition, and family fun all in one festive weekend. Activities include Music on Main, a cornhole tournament, golf tournament, 4th of July parade, time capsule opening, Party in the Park, the America 250 mural reveal, an Arts Council show and pie social, with even more to be announced. Rolla Ragtop is a great time to visit Rolla and experience the energy, pride, and small-town charm of the community.

10am – 4pm

The Capital Gallery
109 N Fourth St.
Bismarck, ND 58501

5-9pm

Downtown
Main Street
Williston, ND 58801

Summer Nights on Main is a vibrant nine-week free concert series that transforms downtown Williston into a lively summer destination. Every week, Main Street comes alive with live music performances featuring local and regional bands that showcase a diverse range of musical styles for all ages to enjoy.

This year, Week 1 will kick off the season with a special celebration honoring America’s 250th anniversary, featuring a patriotic theme that highlights the spirit and history of our nation.

Stutsman County Fairgrounds
Jamestown, ND 58401

Join us at the 20th Annual James River Roughrider Rodeo. Action includes various timed and rough stock competitions.

6:45pm – 9:30pm

Stark County Fairgrounds
4024 Hwy 22 S
Dickinson, ND 58601

Roughrider Days PRCA Pro Rodeo is one of western North Dakota’s signature summer traditions, bringing high-energy rodeo action, hometown pride, and good old-fashioned fun to the Stark County Fairgrounds & Events Park in Dickinson.

8am – 5 pm

WCHS Pioneer Village
8181 Hwy 2/52 W
Burlington, ND 58722

Old Settler's Day is a cherished annual celebration held in mid-June in Burlington, North Dakota that honors the pioneering heritage of northwest North Dakota. This special event brings the region's rich history to life through cultural celebrations set against the backdrop of authentic pioneer-era buildings and authentic historical settings.

Food trucks, music, activities and much more.

9am-12pm

Stark County Fairgrounds
4024 Hwy 22 S
Dickinson, ND 58601

10am-4pm

Welk Homestead State Historic Site
845 88^th St. SE
Strasburg, ND 58573

7pm

McKenzie County Ag Expo
12880 25^th St NW
Watford City, ND 58854

Celebrate Memorial Day weekend at the PRCA Rodeo at the McKenzie County Ag Expo, May 22–23, 2026! Experience two nights of top-tier rodeo action, heart-pounding competition, and all-American fun for the whole family.

2-3pm

DSU King Pavilion
Dickinson State University
291 Campus Drive
Dickinson, ND 58601

Join us for an Americana-themed concert celebrating the 250th birthday of our nation, featuring the Dickinson State University Band and Choir!

Inclement weather location: Dorothy Stickney Auditorium Enjoy an afternoon of patriotic and Americana-inspired music, along with a special sneak peek of DSU Theatre’s upcoming production, Teddy and Alice.

This is an outdoor concert, so audience members are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair for comfortable seating.