Board of Park Commissioners Brief for January 15, 2026
Dr. Dan Leingang, interim president of Bismarck State College, shared an update on BSC’s Bavendick Center as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. The new athletic facility is located near BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center and MDU Resources Community Bowl. BPRD Recreation Specialist Spencer […]
Participate in Our 2026 Community Survey
All Bismarck residents are invited to participate in a Community Input Survey to share feedback on Bismarck Parks and Recreation District parks, trails, facilities, programs, and special events. The results […]
Online Shelter Reservations Not Available January 5-6, 2026
Online community building and outdoor picnic shelter reservations will not be available January 5-6 as Bismarck Parks and Recreation District prepares our system for opening 2027 reservations on January 7 […]
Board of Park Commissioners Brief for December 18, 2025
Brad Veith, president of Nishu Bowmen, shared an update as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. The organization has 453 memberships with almost 700 individuals involved. Nishu Bowmen […]
Holiday Hours December 24, 2025-January 1, 2026
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District holiday hours for 2025-2026 are as follows: Administrative Office December 24: 7:30am-12:00pm December 25: Closed January 1: Closed BSC Aquatic & Wellness Center December 24: […]
Highlights from 2025
Every day, all of us at Bismarck Parks and Recreation District work hard to provide affordable, accessible, and sustainable parks and recreation services. We extend our thanks to the wonderful […]
Klipfel Announces Retirement from Bismarck Parks and Recreation District
Kevin Klipfel, executive director of Bismarck Parks and Recreation District, will retire June 1. His service to the public parks and recreation field spans three decades and includes almost 24 […]
New BPRD Website Launches December 9, 2025
Bismarck Parks and Recreation District is excited about the launch of its new, fully redesigned website on December 9, 2025. The modern design focuses on usability and accessibility to help […]
Winter Activities Update for 2025-2026
As of December 9, cross-country ski trails are closed until further notice. When warming houses for ice skating and sledding are open, it will be posted on this website. Cross-Country […]
Board of Park Commissioners Brief for November 20, 2025
Lindsay Junge, operations manager with BisMarket, shared an update as a Bismarck Parks and Recreation District featured partner. BisMarket completed its 13th season in 2025 with an average market attendance […]
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 […]