June 16-18, 2023

Are you ready to show your PRIDE?

Join Dakota OutRight, your friends, family, and neighbors, along with community allies, for a FUN weekend of Pride events!

Event Location: BSC National Energy Center of Excellence at Bismarck State College 1200 Schafer St. Bismarck ND, 58501 – View Map

Want to be a SPONSOR or VENDOR? More info available here!

Friday, June 16th

QSpace Prom
Event is for Youth 12-18

Secret QR Code registration; message QSpace on Facebook or Instagram to receive the secret code! 


Pride in Myself – A Buti Yoga Event
7:00PM-8:00PM
Event is 16+
Freewill Donation

Soul Haven Studio
209 W Main Ave
Bismarck, ND 58501

Prior registration required, maximum capacity 50 people. Download the App for easiest signup!  Come find Pride in yourself with Buti Yoga! Chairs provided for accessibility. 

Bowling Night
All Ages Welcome!
9PM-12:00AM

Ten Spot Lanes
107 11th Ave NE 
Mandan, ND 58554

Dakota OutRight is going bowling! Come to Ten Spot Lanes in Mandan and mention to one of our volunteers that you’re there for Capital Pride 2023 and we will show you to the reserved lanes.

 

Saturday, June 17th

Pride at the BSC Energy Center
11:00AM-5:00PM
Event is FREE and All Ages Welcome!

BSC National Energy Center of Excellence
1200 Schafer St. 
Bismarck, ND 58501

Schedule of Events
10:00AM – Vendor Set Up
11:00AM – Doors Open 
1:00PM – Awards Ceremony

All Day – Vendor Show, Live Music, Sidewalk Art, Food and more!

Stop by the Dakota OutRight booth to purchase PRIDE MERCH! All proceeds go to supporting future Capital Pride events.

Capital Pride Drag Show 
Hosted by Janessa Jay Champagne
8:00PM-12:00AM; Doors open at 7:00PM
Ages 18+
$15 Admission

Belle Mehus Auditorium
201 N 6th St., Bismarck

May be subject to change; check back for updates

AARP ND
Abused Adult Resource Center
American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention ND Chapter
Bismarck Burleigh Public Health
Bismarck High School GSA
Bismarck Human Relations Committee
Bismarck State College
Bismarck United Church of Christ
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library
Bismarck-Mandan Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Bobbi Jo Rosseberg
Cardinal Red Bird
Community Options
CAWS North Dakota
Central Dakota Forensic Nurse Examiners
Comic Realms
Custer Family Planning
Custer Health
CycleBar Bismarck
Dakota OutRight
Erin’s Creations
First Presbyterian Church
Great Plains Food Bank
Heart River Lutheran Church
High Plains Fair Housing Center
Holly Doll
Jen’s Kraft Korner
Julianda Grimsley
KW Couture LLC
Looks That Thrill
Luna Nox Boutique
Madame Coco
Magic City Equality
MIMI
Missouri River Rainbow Seniors
Native Artists United
ND Human Rights Coalition
ND Women’s Network
North Dakota Democratic-NPL
North Dakota NonPartisan League
Ope Unlimited
Planned Parenthood North Central States
Pure Barre Bismarck
QSpace
Recovering with Pride
Rhythm Records
St. George’s Episcopal Meorial Church
Target
Transitions Yoga
United Tribes Technical College
US Bank
Western Plains Public Health
Youthworks

Sunday, June 18th

Yoga at the Orchard
9:00AM-10:00AM
Event is FREE if you bring two non-perishable foods items! 

Bismarck Community Orchard
517 W Arbor Ave
Bismarck, ND 58504

Transitions Yoga will be hosting a yoga class at the Bismarck Community Orchard! All you need to bring is your mat, two non-perishable food items for donation, and yourself! 

Multifaith Service
11:30AM
Event is FREE and All Ages Welcome!

Hillside Aquatic Complex Community Room
1719 E. Boulevard Ave · Bismarck, ND

With Open Ears, Open hearts service lead by the Bismarck United Church of Christ and Heart River Lutheran Church. A Welcome to Celebrate Inclusion, Faith, Hope & Love as a Community.

Community Day at the Capitol Grounds
10:00AM-1:00PM
Event is FREE and All Ages Welcome!

North Dakota Capitol Lawn
600 E Boulevard Ave
Bismarck, ND 58505

Dakota OutRight is having kite flying and cornhole contests, as well as many other activities TBA!

LGBTQIA2S+ Social
1:00PM – 4:30PM
Event is FREE and All Ages! 

The Hub
321 S 1st St
Bismarck, ND 58504

Everyone is invited to join us for some food, music and FUN! El Coqui House of Latin Flavor is providing the food, and other activites TBA!

Thank You to Our 2023 Sponsors!

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Bismarck State College, as North Dakota’s polytechnic institution, Bismarck State College focuses on student success through the delivery of affordable, flexible, high-quality, experiential learning enhanced by public-private partnerships.

Great River Energy is a not-for-profit electric cooperative.

Bean Family

Much love to all our LGBTQ+ family and friends. Have a safe and happy Pride 2023!

Youthworks helps homeless, runaway, trafficked, and struggled youth throughout North Dakota. With offices located in Bismarck and Fargo, and staff in Minot, Jamestown, Dickinson, and Williston, they provide support services to youth & their families to meet the goals for strong, healthy relationships.

The purpose of the Bismarck Human Relations Committee is to create an atmosphere of inclusion, equality and accessibility through education and outreach to recognize the value of a diverse community.

With love as our beacon, we are called by our relationships to be a radically inclusive, justice building people, intent on growing intellectually & spiritually. On the forefront of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer inclusion for more than 60 yrs, we are people of all sexual orientations & gender identities. Join us!

Embracing Diversity Committee

Bismark State College Embracing Diversity Committee aims to increase awareness of diversity issues and promote a learning environment that embraces and values diversity.

Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library has a collection of over 250,000 titles which contains books, audio books, DVDs and music CDs. The Library provides public access computers and wireless Internet access. It offers children, teen, and adult programming year-round.

Planned Parenthood North Central States and its subsidiary organizations provide, promote, and protect reproductive and sexual health through high quality care, education, and advocacy. Each year, we provide health care to nearly 100,000 people and health education to more than 55,000 people in our region. Our mission is to support people in being their truest, healthiest, happiest selves.

North Dakota Human Rights Coalition is a statewide, membership-based organization established to increase the visibility of human rights needs & violations, and to change laws & attitudes that stand as barriers to residents within North Dakota who do not currently enjoy their full rights.

North Dakota Women’s Network works to improve the lives of women in North Dakota through education, policy work, and public activism. Our core areas of focus speak to our values of leadership, opportunity, and equality for all.

Luna Nox Boutique is a size inclusive boutique in downtown Bismarck. Carrying the latest styles in small to 3XL, accessories, and some locally made items! Each purchase accrues reward points as well! Your comfort, your style!

Rhythm Records is a new & used records DIY music venue inclusive environment. No purchase necessary. They provide space for QSpace Bismarck, an LGBTQ+ Youth Group.

U.S. Bank is your partner in unlocking what matters most to you, empowering you with financial insights, technology and real-world, person-to-person support to help turn your responsibilities into your reality. We power potential.

Making your body say OPE one product at a time. Using the best and fewest ingredients possible for you and your family, OPE creates homemade bath and other body products to try to keep the extra chemicals off our bodies and out of our homes.

Transitions Yoga aims to provide yoga for everybody and every body. No pressure, never too serious. Just fun, feel good yoga among friends. Whether you are a new student or you've been coming to the mat for years, you will enjoy the personal attention received while practicing.

St. George's Episcopal Memorial Church

St. George's Episcopal Memorial Church has been an important presence in the Bismarck community since 1880, and continues to meet the Living God in this place today – through worship, education, outreach, and most of all, through relationships created with each other.

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church is a community called to love God through worship and prayer, receiving and serving our neighbors with the compassion of Christ, open to new beginnings and the spiritual growth of children, youth and adults.

Heart River Lutheran Church

Heart River Lutheran Church is an ELCA congregation serving the N.D. Youth Correctional Center/Heart River Correctional Center at 701 16th Ave. SW, Mandan. The regular church services are in the chapel at 10:00 Sunday mornings. The public is welcome.

United Church of Christ. All are welcome at Bismarck UCC and have been since we opened our doors in 1954.  Their primary commitment is to live out their faith in the community and world in ways that bear faithful witness to God’s love in Christ.

Located just four miles south of Bismarck, N.D., students at United Tribes Technical College enjoy the benefits of city life, but study on a small campus with a strong sense of community. UTTC students are never far from nature and always connected to others who will nurture their career development.

Community Options is a for-profit corporation that is dedicated to supporting people to live a lifestyle of individual choice, which enhances dignity and respect through meaningful employment, owning or renting a home, having relationships, and meaningful roles within their community.

CAWS North Dakota works to strengthen connections. We focus our energy and resources on connecting victims of sexual and domestic violence, as well as, dating violence, stalking and human trafficking to services in their communities. We also connect diverse partners in communities across the state to better serve victims, from social and legal services to law enforcement and legislators.

AFSP focuses on eliminating the loss of life from suicide by: delivering innovative prevention programs, educating the public, raising funds for suicide research and programs, and reaching out to those who have lost someone to suicide.

Bismarck UCC has a tradition of faithful & relevant worship, a dedication to education & fellowship open to all, and a commitment to being engaged in the world and a witness for peace & justice.

Coached group fitness classes using varied functional movements performed at high intensity to improve fitness. Everyone & any fitness level is welcome. We have an awesome community of athletes & coaches! Free trial workout available.

Free Mom Hugs is a group of moms, friends, and allies who support the LGBTQ community. We are here to give hugs, high fives, fist bumps, and smiles to anyone who wants them!

North Dakota AFL-CIO is a federation of labor organizations dedicated to being a united voice for working people in North Dakota.

Recovering with Pride

Recovering with Pride is an LGBTQ friendly AA meeting that meets every Sunday at 7:00PM in Bismarck at the Hub. Meetings are open and all are welcome to attend who wish to share their experience, strength, and hope in their recovering efforts from substances.

Chill creates acrylic and spray paint art.

Bismark High School Gay Straight Alliance

The mission of Bismarck High School Gay Straight Alliance is to provide a safe place for students to support one another, to serve as a voice of acceptance and understanding for LBGTQ youth, and to help educate the school about LGBTQ issues. We are an open-door club and respect every student’s right to privacy. All students welcome to join!

Dakota Resource Council’s mission is to promote sustainable use of North Dakota’s natural resources and family-owned and operated agriculture by building member-led local groups that empower people to influence the decision-making processes that affect their lives and communities.

FTM Brotherhood Fargo/Moorhead

We offer inclusive community support and information for the FTM transgender community in the Fargo-Moorhead area!

Queerspace/QSpace is a youth support group located in Bismarck, ND facilitated by Dakota OutRight board members and volunteers. Youth ages 12-18 are welcome.

North Dakota Democratic-NPL is deeply honored to stand alongside Dakota Outright, and our LGBTQIA friends & family across the state, in the enduring fight for equality & visibility. As we celebrate Pride, we reaffirm our commitment to always speak out forcefully against discrimination & injustice, push for greater inclusivity & equal protection, and give our all towards ensuring that hate never has a home in North Dakota.

PFLAG is the first and largest organization for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) people, their parents and families, and allies.

Nicole Morrison Strategies is a catalyst for small businesses, non-profits and individuals through high impact coaching, projects & energy work. Stop by to find what OOLA is all about & help fill our rainbow full of your dreams.

Authentic Jamaican Food By Melissa

Born and raised in Jamaica and cooking authentic Jamaican food for over 15 years, Melisa will be serving authentic Jamaican food, drinks, and various sides.

Community Engagement Section

Bismarck Police Department Community Engagement team offers a variety of presentations and programs geared towards the safety and overall well-being of the community.

DeCoteau Trauma-Informed Care & Practice is a private practice offering outpatient mental health services for adults, children, couples and families.

North Dakota Cannabis Caucus is collecting signatures to put cannabis back on the ballot. Patient driven, constitutional amendment to grow, consume, possess.

Risque’s II is an adult-oriented retail network offering an extensive collection of quality adult products from the leaders of the adult industry.

Magic City Equality educates both the general public & the LGBTQ2S+ community in northwestern North Dakota about LGBTQ2S+ culture, current events, and community concerns.

The Healing Studio provides adversity responsive care through psychotherapy, massage therapy, reiki, music therapy, and occupational therapy. We value individuals for who they are and encourage them to embrace their unique selves.

The mission of the Sacred Pipe Resource Center is to address and support the social/cultural, emotional, mental, spiritual, and physical needs of native people of all tribes living in the Bismarck-Mandan and surrounding area, in order to foster strong, self-sufficient individuals & families, and to provide liaison services between native & non-native people, in order to foster a cohesive community. We are a safe ally organization for all two-spirit people.

Bismarck Burleigh Public Health serves all residents of the city of Bismarck and Burleigh County. The work they do in public health affects lives every day. They are committed to safeguarding the health of every citizen in our community.

Canopy Medical Clinic is a queer friendly health care clinic specializing in Gender-Affirming hormone therapy, STI testing and treatment, PrEP, birth control, gynecology services and mental health care. Telehealth options available for most services!

Erin's Creations

Erin's Creations offers handmade necklaces, earrings, rings, and cuff bracelets. You'll also find crocheted scarves, hats, and bags. Can be made to order or personalized. Also offering homemade beverages and treats for Pride.

The mission of the Missouri Valley Coalition for Homeless People is to help ensure that housing and other basic human needs are within everyone’s reach in and affordable and dignified manner.

North Dakota Two Spirit Society and Allies Two Spirit Society and Allies of North Dakota is a non-profit LGBTQ organization focused on the native community.

The Kid’s Therapy Center is a mental health counseling and training center for all ages birth through adults.

The Human Family is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) founded to change our communities through art. The mission of The Human Family is to educate, engage and facilitate discussion around local and word-wide human rights topics through the work of filmmakers and artists.

First Presbyterian Church

First Presbyterian Church is a community called to love God through worship and prayer, receiving and serving our neighbors with the compassion of Christ, open to new beginnings and the spiritual growth of children, youth and adults.