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Roughrider Days Fair and Expo

The highly anticipated Roughrider Days Fair and Expo will be June 22-July 4, 2012. Dickinson's main summer event will feature fun-filled events for the whole family.

The theme for this year's event is Living the Dream.

There are many events to take in during the Fair and Expo. The Horse, Poultry, Rabbit, Dog and Pet Shows, along with the 4-H Exhibit and Livestock Show will be taking place at the Badlands Activities Center and at the DSU Indoor and Outdoor Arenas.  In addition, the Southwest Speedway Assn. will hold their race at the Southwest Speedway~10 mi. South of town on HIway 22 and 1 mi. West. 

There will also be a 5K/10K Run Walk at the Dickinson Recreation Center, a parade will take place throughout downtown Dickinson, the Southwest Arts Roundup will be at the Dickinson State University Campus, along with a Kids Family Fun Day at the Jaycee Park.  Other events include a Demolition Derby, OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeos, Fireworks, and Headliner concert featuring Lonestar.

Anyone interested in entering the Parade, other specific event information or as a participant call 701-483-7721.

 
June 9, 2012
Dickinson Youth “Showdeo” Rodeo
This youth rodeo will start @ 9:00am.
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena
Contact:  Connie Ordahl  483-5804


June 13 - 17, 2012
North Star Amusements Carnival
  • June 13 opening @ 5:00 pm
  • June 14 & 15 opening @ 4:00 pm
  • June 16 opening @ 1:00 pm
  • June 17 open from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Purchase a wristband for $22/good for all day. Coupons available at the Prairie Hills Mall for $2 off the wristband price.
Location: Prairie Hills Mall

June 22-30 & July 1-4, 2012
Annual Roughrider Days Fair & Expo

OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeos/Parade/Demolition Derby/Country-Western Concert/5k-10k Run/4-H Exhibits & Livestock Shows/SW Speedway Stock Car Races/Fireworks/Arts Roundup of SW ND/Family Fun Day & Carnival. See below for events that are scheduled:


June 25, 2012
4-H Static Exhibits

Location: Badlands Activity Center @ 7:00-8:00pm


June 26, 2012
4-H Horse Show

Location: DSU Outdoor Arena @ 8:00am

4-H Static Exhibits
Location: Badlands Activity Center @ 10:00am-8:00pm



June 27, 2012
4-H Rabbit/Poultry Show

Location: DSU Indoor Arena @ 9:00am

4-H Static Exhibits
Location: Badlands Activity Center @ 10:00am-8:00pm

4-H Showcase
Location: Badlands Activity Center @ 11:00am


June 28, 2012
4-H Premium Livestock Show/Judging
Location: DSU Indoor Arena @ 9:00am

4-H Static Exhibits
Location: Badlands Activity Center @ 10:00am-5:00pm

4-H Clover Livestock March
Location: DSU Indoor Arena @ 3:30pm

4-H Premium Livestock Sale
Location: DSU Indoor Arena @ 4:00pm

4-H Family & Premium Sale Buyer Picnic
Location: DSU Indoor Arena @ 5:30pm


June 29, 2012
OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeo ~ "Slack" @ 10:00am

OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeo ~ "Rodeo Fan Appreciation Night"
$2 off all tickets
***Earlier starting time due to Concert performance.       
Grand Entry @ 5:45pm/Rodeo @ 6:00pm
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena

Party on the Pavement
Location: from Esquire to Eagles Club @ 7:00pm

HEADLINER CONCERT
Lonestar
 will be the Headliner with the Backup Band Shawna Russell performing @ 8:30pm.  Advance tickets: May 15–June 15: $25 / June 16–June 28 & Day of Show: $35  Doors open @ 7:30pm.  These tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce, Dkn. Convention Bureau, Dkn. Parks & Recreation Office in the West River Community Center, Dan's County Market~North & South, Roughrider Commission Office at 40 1st Ave. West and Starboard in the Prairie Hills Mall.
Location: Dkn. REC Center on State Avenue


June 30, 2012
Annual Hollis Dietz & KDIX 5K/10K Run/Walk
Location: Dkn. REC Center @ 7:30am sharp!!

Parade ~ entitled "Living the Dream" @ 10:00am
This route will run throughout downtown Dkn. from 13th Avenue West down Villard Street West to 4th Avenue East and then down on 1st Street East to 8th Avenue West.

Arts Roundup of Southwest ND
Location: DSU Campus ~ King Pavilion from 11:00am-5:00pm

Best Friends Family Fun Day
Location: Jaycees Park @ 12:00pm-6:00pm

OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeo ~ "Military Appreciation Night"
All military with ID admitted for Free.
Grand Entry @ 6:15pm/Rodeo @ 6:30pm
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena on State Avenue

Party on the Pavement
Location: from Esquire to Eagles Club @ 7:00pm

Southwest Speedway Stock Car Race
Location: SW Speedway @ 7:00pm



July 1, 2012
OXY USA, Inc. PRCA Rodeo ~ "Kids Night at the Rodeo"
All kids 12 & under admitted for Free.
Grand Entry @ 6:15pm/Rodeo @ 6:30pm
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena




July 3, 2012
Party on the Pavement
Location: from Esquire to Eagles Club @ 7:00pm


July 4, 2012
Sax Motor Company Demolition Derby
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena @ 1:00pm

B-B-Q and Fireworks
Serving burgers, corn on cob, chips, cookies and pop with Admission Tickets for $5.00.
Location: Hawks Point Parking Lot @ 5:00–9:00pm

Fireworks
Location: DSU Outdoor Arena @ 10:00pm
 



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