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Winter Activities Update for 2025-2026

As of December 1, the cross-country ski trail at Atkinson Nature Park is groomed for use. As of December 2, there is one cross-country ski trail groomed at Riverwood Golf Course. There is […]

Thanksgiving Day Hours 2025

All Bismarck Parks and Recreation District facilities and the administrative office are closed for Thanksgiving Day on Thursday, November 27, 2025. All facilities will resume normal business hours and schedules […]

Registration for Winter Programs 2025-2026

Check out the activities in the 2025-2026 Winter Activity Guide. Registration is open now for the following activities: Fencing Lifeguard Classes Karate Adult basketball team registration deadline is Wednesday, November […]

Keelboat Park Update

Keelboat Park is closing as of November 7, 2025. The park is being redeveloped by the Fort Abraham Lincoln Foundation into a new public space called Bismarck River Commons. Learn more […]

Board of Park Commissioners Brief for October 16, 2025

Cherise Pfaff shared information about Bismarck Arts & Galleries Association as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. BAGA hosts art exhibits and classes throughout the year, and their gallery […]

Playground Improvements and Additions Underway

Playgrounds are being updated and added at the following locations in fall 2025: McDowell Dam Recreation Area: a second playground is being installed by the shelters. Elks Aquatic Center: the […]

Board of Park Commissioners Brief for September 11, 2025

Lynn Beiswanger shared information about the Bismarck Marathon as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. He shared the organization’s focus on community wellness and highlighted the growth of […]

Board of Park Commissioners Brief for July 17, 2025

Bismarck Parks and Recreation District’s featured partners highlighted camps for people with disabilities. Lorena and Matt Poppe shared information about iCan Swim Camp, which is in its fifth year at […]