Did you know that North Dakota holds the Guinness World Record for the most snow angels made simultaneously in one place? Yes, North Dakota gets really cold. It gets A LOT of snow in the winter months used to make snow angels, snowmen and snow castles. But our state has a lot more to offer!
Wahpeton, North Dakota, is home to Chahinkapa Zoo. It is the first zoo built in the state and stretches over 29 acres. It features over 200 animals with a clean, green and natural setting where visitors can view native North Dakota wildlife as well as exotic and endangered species.
Some people might ask themselves, “I wonder where I could see the world’s largest buffalo statue?” That answer would be Jamestown, North Dakota. Its name is ‘Dakota Thunder,’ stands 26 feet tall and weighs about as much as five average-sized African Elephants, or 30 average-sized automobiles!
If you feel the need for speed, there’s a place for you at the Jamestown Speedway. Especially at the end of September when it’s a race and a festival. Fans and racers gather to have a chili cook off, bean bag tournament and crown the Stampede Champions. Other special events include NOSA 410 Sprint Cars, Wissota NLRA Late Models, the Dakota Classic Modified Tour and more!
While the cold in North Dakota isn’t everyone’s favorite, we make the most of it in a variety of ways!
North Dakota is home to many of Scandinavian descent. In Minot, there is a large summer festival held in the Scandinavian Heritage Park with everything from traditional Maypole dances to quilting demonstrations. However, there’s also another large demographic of German folk! So, of course, Oktoberfests are held in Fargo, Hankinson and Mandan in September. Each location hosts its own German cuisine, beer tasting, beer gardens and more beer events throughout the area!
Wind is an integral aspect of North Dakota. In fact it’s the 4th windiest state in the country, so thankfully there’s a kite flying festival held every May in Garrison, ND. There are kite makers, professional and stunt kite fliers, and other demonstrations at the festival, but the best part is enjoying flying your own kites - all kites are allowed!
This list only scratches the surface of all the spectacular and unique qualities held in the Great Plains of North Dakota. With the state only being 300 miles wide, you won’t have to travel too far to find something fun to do! North Dakota is Prolific. That’s why it’s best to Rent Prolific. Live Prolific. Be Prolific.
