The Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcase is set for Friday and Saturday, Nov. 13-14, at the Alerus Center, 1200 S. 42nd St. in Grand Forks, according to the state's Pride of Dakota event page and the North Dakota Department of Agriculture's event listing.
The Details
- When: The Department of Agriculture lists shopping hours of noon to 8 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Central Time.
- Where: Alerus Center, 1200 S. 42nd St., Grand Forks.
- Cost: The Department of Agriculture says admission is free, thanks to the Bank of North Dakota College SAVE Plan.
- Santa: The listing shows Santa from 1 to 7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
What Shoppers Will Find
The showcase is presented by the state Department of Agriculture and the Bank of North Dakota College SAVE Plan under the Pride of Dakota program, which promotes North Dakota-made products. Both pages say shoppers get a Pride of Dakota tote bag with a purchase, while supplies last. The official event page also lists an Ag in the Classroom Activity Stage, with demonstrations for kids ages 5 to 12, and links to a showcase map. The pages do not give a 2026 vendor count or vendor list, so check the map to see who will be at the Alerus Center.
Before You Go
- Parking: The official pages do not list parking information for 2026, so check ahead.
- Pets: The Pride of Dakota page says no pets or emotional support animals are allowed at the showcase. Service dogs are welcome.
- Confirm details: Hours and Santa times can change, so check the official event page before you head out.
