ND Chokecherry Festival

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Festival Highlights

Chokecherry Store

Shop a delicous selection of chokecherry products—from sweet syrups and jams to honey, candy, and more! Find the maroon Visit Williston Ice House at Davidson Park for your festival favorites.

1000 Burger Feed

Sponsored by NCC — Northwest Communications Cooperative

A Chokecherry Festival tradition! NCC will be grilling up 1,000 free burgers—first come, first served. Bring your appetite, gather with friends and family, and enjoy a community meal.

Ice Cream Social

Sponsored by American State Bank & Trust

Cool down with a bowl of vanilla ice cream served with homemade chokecherry syrup.

Pancake Breakfast

Sponsored by Mountrail-Williams Electric Cooperative

Fuel up with a fluffy stack of pancakes topped with sweet, homemade chokecherry syrup. This community favorite is the tastiest way to kick off a fun-filled day of festivities in Williston, ND.

Basin Kruzers Car Show

Admire classic cars, hot rods, and custom builds from across the region! Visit the Basin Kruzers website for additional information and to register.

Kid's Money Dig

Sponsored by Gate City Bank

A crowd favorite! Kids can dig through sand to uncover hidden coins and prizes. It's a hands-on, high-energy fun that guarantees plenty of excitement and smiles for children of all ages!

Local Vendors & Artisans

Stroll through the booths offering handmade crafts, tasty treats, unique gifts, and more. Support small businesses ande take home something special from the festival.

Want to be a vendor? Submit your online application today.

Chokecherry Family Scramble

Presented by the Williston Parks and Recreation Foundation

Grab your clubs and your crew, it's time to tee up for some family fun! Be part of the inaugural Chokecherry Family Scramble, a 9-hole golf tournament designed for players ages 12 and up and open to all skill levels.