Bismarck's summer
starts at the Depot.
Six events across one iconic venue. Get on the insider list and be first to know when tickets drop.
2026 Ticketed Events
This summer at the Depot
Funatix Events produces Bismarck's most talked-about summer events right here at the Historic Depot - each one its own experience, its own lineup, its own energy.
Fiesta Fest
A Bismarck icon is back for one day! Come enjoy the famous Fiesta Villa margaritas, great Mexican food, and unforgettable entertainment.
Saturday, June 6 • Bismarck Depot • 5 PM
Wiener Fest
North Dakota's most over-the-top celebration of everything wiener. Hot dog vendors, crowd-voted championship, the Great Glizzy Gobble-Off eating contest, wiener dogs, live entertainment, and more. Every ticket includes sampling tokens.
Saturday, July 18 • Bismarck Depot • 5 PM
Rumble at the Depot
Rumble at the Depot returns! Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-flying action, hard-hitting matches, and nonstop entertainment from Midwest All-Star Wrestling as Rumble at the Depot presented by Eide Automotive returns to downtown Bismarck.
Friday, August 7 • Bismarck Depot
Something Big
A new event hits the calendar September 4 - get on the priority list to be first to hear the reveal.
Three-Night Event
Three nights at the Depot to close out the summer right. The reveal is coming - priority list members hear it first.
Fall at the Depot
The season ends strong. One more event to cap off an unforgettable year at the Depot. Reveal coming - you'll want to be on the list for this one.
Also at the Depot
Free Community Events
The Depot is home to more than ticketed shows. These free community events are open to everyone - no ticket required.
Summer Kickoff Concert
Slow Burn with opener Annabelle Maher
A high-energy outdoor party to ring in the summer season with family fun and delicious food. Featuring a Local Non-Profit Food Drive - bring non-perishable food items to support our neighbors.
McQuade Official Kickoff Concert
Slow Burn with opener Morgan Wade Harr
Kick off McQuade Softball Tournament weekend under the North Dakota sky with a cozy acoustic session bringing players, families, and fans together. Enjoy themed treats while supporting local initiatives.
Facebook EventThe Indigenous Festival is free and open to all of Bismarck-Mandan-Lincoln and visitors from all over the country spending the Fourth of July holiday weekend in the area. The festival is sponsored by Sacred Pipe Resource Center and is a showcase of Indigenous culture, with a featured artist and art and craft booths, food trucks, singing with demonstrations (or stay to play!) of traditional hand games, informational booths, painted pony rides and face painting for the kids. Stay into the evening for a concert by Blood Quantum, contemporary Native music.
Facebook EventBack to School Bash Concert
Savanah Benz with opener Payton Lily
An end-of-summer celebration featuring a dedicated kids' Fun Zone, food trucks, and a beer garden. Plus a School Supply Collection Drive to help local students start the year off right.
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The Venue
The Historic Bismarck Depot
Every Bismarck Depot Days event takes place at one of Bismarck's most iconic landmarks. A one-of-a-kind outdoor setting with the history and character to match the energy we bring to it every single time.
📍 411 E Main Ave - Bismarck, ND 58501Parking Is No Problem.
There are over 1,000 free spaces within a 5-minute walk of the Historic Bismarck Depot. Select a location below to explore it on the map and get directions.
Questions
What you need to know
What is Bismarck Depot Days?
Bismarck Depot Days is Funatix Events' full season of programming at the Historic Bismarck Depot. In 2026 that means six ticketed events plus free community events across the summer and fall - each one its own experience with its own theme, talent, and energy.
Do I need a separate ticket for each event?
Yes - each ticketed event is sold separately with its own tiers and pricing. Kids 12 and under are free with a ticketed adult at all Depot ticketed events.
What is the Priority List?
Priority list members get early ticket access and insider updates - including vendor reveals and event news - before anything goes public. Sign up above or on any individual event page. Free, and you can unsubscribe anytime.
Where is the Depot located?
The Historic Bismarck Depot is at 411 E Main Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501. Each individual event page includes parking details and gate times specific to that event.
Have more questions?
Reach out at depot@funatixevents.com or find us on Facebook and Instagram.
Insider Priority List
Be first in line for every Depot event
One list. Every event. Priority list members get early ticket access, vendor reveals, and news - before anything goes public.