Tuesday, September 10, 2024 As the long days of summer fade into the crisp, cool air of fall, North Dakota’s landscape transforms into a stunning canvas of vibrant autumn hues. Across the state, welcoming communities and farms embrace the season with festivals, pumpkin patches, and spooky events, celebrating the beauty and bounty of autumn. North Dakota Tourism invites travelers to explore the state with the Fall Adventures Guide, which highlights the fall foliage map and details upcoming events.
Here are a few standout fall events and activities for this year: Norsk Høstfest, September 25-28 in Minot, ND Norsk Høstfest in Minot is the largest Scandinavian festival in North America, celebrating the cultures of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. This four-day festival features top-tier entertainment, authentic cuisine, merchandise, and camping. Skilled artisans, musicians, and authors bring Scandinavian heritage to life through handmade crafts, culinary demonstrations, live Viking reenactments, and musical performances.
Fabulous Fall Foliage From mid-September through October, North Dakota’s landscape bursts with color. Beyond the stunning autumn foliage, wildlife becomes more active, making it the perfect time to enjoy North Dakota’s natural beauty. Popular fall foliage spots include the lush Turtle Mountains, Lake Metigoshe, Pembina Gorge, and tree-lined valleys like the Red River Valley.
Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes North Dakota’s thriving agricultural scene offers visitors delightful fall tourism experiences. Papa’s Pumpkin Patch in Bismarck is a must-see, with locally grown pumpkins, squash, and more, providing a colorful backdrop throughout September and October. Fargo’s Lost in the Valley Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch boasts a massive 20+ acre corn maze and events for all ages, open Fridays through Sundays starting September 27.
Check out other spots across the state with these 9 Pumpkin Patches and Mazes. Fall Festivals and Fairs Celebrate fall’s vibrant colors while shopping for handmade arts, crafts, and baked goods at North Dakota’s fall artisan fairs. The Big One Art and Craft Fairs will be held in Bismarck, Fargo, and Minot, showcasing 200-400 vendors per show.
Medora will host the Wild West Fall Fest on October 28, featuring family-friendly activities, walking tours, and entertainment. Spectacularly Spooky Events For those looking to add a spooky twist to their fall trip, North Dakota offers several haunting experiences. The Haunted Fort at Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park in Mandan provides a thrilling experience on weekends in October, transforming the historic site into multiple haunted attractions.
Embrace the season and experience North Dakota’s fall splendor through these incredible events and activities!.
