Discover The South-Central North Dakota 4th Of July Fun Guide

As dry as it was heading into spring, there were questions about whether fireworks would even be allowed this year.

Thankfully, according to the latest drought monitor map for North Dakota, all of south-central North Dakota is now drought-free. Only a small area of western and northeast North Dakota is considered in a moderate drought.

So, we shouldn't have to worry about fireworks bans this year in our neck of the woods anyway, but you should always use caution when shooting off fireworks in the country.

Have a shovel and some water along to help prevent wildfires. As always, the public should check with their local jurisdictions for specific restrictions.

Keep in mind it continues to be illegal to shoot fireworks off in the city of Bismarck unless you have a special license to do so.

You are, however, allowed to shoot fireworks off within the city limits of Mandan and Lincoln (be sure to check for local restrictions).

Here's where you can get your Red, White, and Bang fun in and around the Bismarck-Mandan area.

July & August: Bismarck Larks- Municipal Stadium-Bismarck.

 The Larks will have fireworks shows after several games this summer.  Upcoming dates include Friday, July 18th, Friday, August 1st, and Friday, August 8th.

July 2nd through July 4th-Mandan Rodeo Days at the Dale Pahlke Arena-Family night is Wednesday, July 2nd, and Patriot night is Thursday, July 3rd.  Exciting PRCA & WPRA rodeo. July 4th is fireworks night. Ned LeDoux will kick off Mandan Rodeo Days with a concert on Saturday, June 28th.  Find out more here.

Wednesday, July 2nd & Thursday, July 3rd-Mariner's Party-Bismarck-(private party)  Entertainment includes:  July 2nd at 7 pm Ryan Keplin, 8:30 pm Ricochet.  July 3rd at 7 pm Trick Pony, 8:30 BlackHawk.  Fireworks after the BlackHawk show.  A great viewing spot for the general public is from Whispering Bay or Fox Island.

Thursday, July 3rd-Dawson- at the Dawson City Park.  Live music from Al Kitchen at 4 pm and Bustin' Loose at 7 pm. Fireworks at 9:30 pm. Full schedule here.

Friday, July 4th-4th of July Parade in Mandan- The parade begins at 10 am. New route this year on Main Street.  Find out more info here.

Thursday, July 4th-Bismarck's Red, White, and Boom. Free and open to the public at the MDU Resources Community Bowl on the Bismarck State College campus. Family-friendly event starting from 4 pm to 11 pm. Interactive games & inflatables, concession stands, ice cream trucks, and alcoholic beverages will also be available for purchase 21+. Savanah Benz and the Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra are performing. The fireworks show is expected to start around dusk (10 pm).  Bring your lawn chairs, bug spray, and blankets.

Friday, July 4th-Mandan Rodeo Days PRCA Rodeo & Fireworks show-The fireworks show is expected to start promptly following the rodeo around 10:30 pm at the Dale Pahlke Arena at Dakota Community Bank & Trust Rodeo Grounds.

Friday, July 4th-Driscoll, North Dakota-One of the best shows around.  The 42nd annual 4th of July Celebration. It will take place near the old lumber yard.  A great place to view the fireworks show is the street dance on Main Street.  A full day of events from 9 am to 9 pm, including a golf scramble, mud volleyball, Bingo, food vendors, kids games, & inflatables, and a parade at 7 pm.

Stage Stop Bar & Grill Mandan-Thursday, July 3rd- Live music from All Aces 9 pm, parking lot party (no cover). Saturday, July 5th, Live music from Keith Burns 9 pm (no cover).