Mainstream Boutique UNLOCK THE MAGIC You could fi ll up several days in Minot with affordable, family-friendly activities. Magic City Discovery Center is a STEAM-focused children’s museum and science center with 150 hands-on exhibits for children of all ages. Roosevelt Park Zoo is another must-do activity. The zoo features over 200 animals from 90 different species including lions, giraffes, bears and penguins. Scandinavian Heritage Park celebrates the heritage of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Iceland with beautiful and fascinating buildings, statues and monuments. Dakota Territory Air Museum has over 60 aircraft on display including the rare Hawker Hurricane, plus over 8,000 artifacts and memorabilia. Magic City Discover Center Roosevelt Park Zoo FAIRS AND FESTIVALS North Dakota State Fair Two of North Dakota’s largest events happen in Minot. The North Dakota State Fair, July 18-26, is non-stop entertainment with big name concerts, a carnival, auto races, exhibits and competitions. Plus, nine days of fair food -if it tastes amazing, is deep fried, or comes on a stick, you’ll likely fi nd it at the fair. Norsk Høstfest, September 24-27, is the largest Scandinavian festival in North America. You can expect world-class concerts as well as traditional Scandinavian folk music, dance performances, polka, fi ddling, and even comedy acts. The festival grounds are full of authentic Scandinavian food, skilled artisans, shopping, and more. Norsk Høstfest 12 HELLO NORTH DAKOTA Sports on Tap
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