Celebrating Winter on the Northern Plains

Vinterfest is a month-long celebration of winter, here on the Northern Plains. The festival seeks to promote educational, recreational, and cultural heritage programming throughout central North Dakota for the public’s enjoyment. From artisan workshops to cross-country skiing, Vinterfest invites you to learn new hobbies and share in time-honored traditions. 

Schedule:

Take and Create Craft Kit: Ice Luminaries

Sat Jan 25th 2025 9:00am - 11:00am

Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library 

Make a craft at home! This month’s craft is an ice luminary. 

Supplies are limited and will be given out on a first come, first served basis. 

6th-12th graders and adults can pick up a craft kit at the Adult Information Desk or request a kit during curbside service.

This is free and first come first served.

Brought to you by: Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library

Crafting Bee

Sat Jan 25th 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Former Governors' Mansion State Historic Site, 320 E Avenue B, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA  

Open crafting, trade and giveaway of craft supplies.

Brought to you by: State Historical Society of North Dakota

Outdoor Games and Activities

Sat Jan 25th 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Fahlgren Park State Recreation Area, Washburn, ND 58577, USA 

Summer lawn games will be hosted at Fahlgren Park .

We will have a bonfire and will have vendors for food and beverages.

Brought to you by: State Historical Society of North Dakota

Laughing Sun Live Music

Sat Jan 25th 2025 8:00pm - 11:00pm

Laughing Sun Brewing Co., 1023 E Front Ave, Bismarck, ND 58504, USA  

Enjoy live music from Flea Bitten Tramps & Friends - Tribute Night for Chris Erickson

All ages welcome

Brought to you by: Laughing Sun Brewing

Date: January 19 - February 16, 2025