Ribfest – North Dakota Tourism

When was the last time you sampled a big slab of ribs from world-class ribbers? Wake up the taste buds at the Rip Roarin’ Ribfest in Bismarck. The event is one of many community festivals in the state in mid-June. To find more information about these activities, and for a complete list of events, go to NDtourism.com or call 800-435-5663 or 701-328-2525

10th annual Potholes & Prairie Birding Festival
Carrington
June 13-17
Grab your binoculars and partake in the 10th Annual Potholes & Prairie Birding Festival. Go birding with Bill Thompson III and Julie Zickefoose. Small intimate birding groups. www.birdingdrives.com; 701-652-2524 or 888-921-2473

All-Horse Flag Day Parade
Medora
June 14
Flag Day Parade consists of only horses and horse-drawn vehicles. Special entries include North Dakota rodeo royalty, the Burning Hills Singers and the Medora Riding Stables. www.medorandchamber.com; 701-623-4910

5th annual Downtowners’ Rip Roarin’ Ribfest
Bismarck
June14-16
National “ribbers” cook ribs, pulled pork and beef and brisket. Activities include live music all day with great bands, big-ticket item booths, inflatable games for kids and eating contests. www.bismarckribfest.com; 701-223-1958

Midwest Kid Fest
Fargo
June 15
A day by, for and about kids. There will be music, laughter and bright colors as children play and learn. The festival hosts 30 interactive educational booths, carnival games, entertainment stages and strolling entertainment.www.fargoparks.com; 701-499-7788

Highway 21 Treasure Hunt
St. Anthony to New England
June 15-16
Search for that unique item at the largest rummage sale event in North Dakota! You’re sure to find a treasure with more than 100 rummage sales along 100 miles of Highway 21. www.grantcountyjda.com; 701-584-2172

Missouri River Bluegrass Festival
Cross Ranch State Park
June 15-16
Tap your toes to some of the top local bluegrass bands at this two-day musical festival at Cross Ranch.www.parkrec.nd.gov; 701-794-3731

Balta Centennial
Balta
June 15-17
Enjoy an all-school reunion, Dam Fun Run, alumni basketball, pancake breakfast, parade, inflatable kids games, car show, street fair, silent auction and pedal tractor pull. Stay for the street dance with Kid Hollywood. 701-542-3201

Bike the Border Bicycle Tour
Mohall
June 15-17
An all-paved and supported recreational adventure exhilarates riders of all ages and abilities while cycling at a quiet, unhurried pace. Ample stops along the well-marked route allow for snacks, drinks, rest or the opportunity to observe or photograph wildlife. www.biketheborder.com; 701-756-6298

51st annual Page Community Days
Page
June 15-17
All the usual festival offerings like crafts and vendors, kids’ games, music, parade, barbecue dinner and state Rock, Paper, Scissors Competition. www.pagend.com; 701-668-3189

Rally in the Valley
Valley City
June 15-17
Rally in the Valley includes a car show, NASCAR team tire changing contest, burn out,  motor blow up and car smash events, duck race, road race, street dance and motorcycle hill climb. www.hellovalley.com; 701-845-1891; 888-288-1891

27th annual North Dakota Farm Toy Show and Auction
LaMoure
June 16-17
Browse through thousands of farm toys for sale by vendors at this family friendly weekend event.www.toyfarmer.com; 701-883-5206 or 800-533-8293

16th annual Cavalier Motorcycle Ride-In
Cavalier
June 16-17
“The Little Sturgis of the North” will play host to jousting, mud wrestling, a water balloon toss and more with prizes and food vendors lining the streets of Cavalier. More than 1,000 motorcycles have visited the town.www.cavaliermotorcycleridein.com; 701-265-4559

Father’s Day at the Railroad Museum
Mandan
June 17
Fathers and families are invited to the Railroad Museum at Mandan. Live steam train rides for children. 701-663-9322