Name: Explore BSC | Open House Event
Start: 2026-10-23
End: 2026-10-23

North Dakota might surprise you—and that’s the point. For many, Bismarck-Mandan is a first-time destination, and it delivers far more than just another box to check. Here, you’ll find one-of-a-kind attractions and off-site venues that take events and meetings beyond the fields, courses and four walls and into unforgettable experiences.

Plenty of cities have facilities. What sets us apart? The extra. From history, culture and arts to outdoor adventure, dining and shopping, Bismarck-Mandan has it all—right on the Missouri River and surrounded by rolling hills.

As North Dakota’s capital, we combine professional infrastructure with authentic hospitality and a central location that’s easy to reach by road or air. Add in access to key industry sites, walkable downtowns and built-in pre- and post-conference adventures and you’ve got a destination that works hard—and plays even harder.

Bismarck-Mandan Convention & Visitors Bureau

Join us for Explore BSC, an Open House event designed to help you discover your college options at Bismarck State College, North Dakota's Polytechnic Institution. This hands-on, immersive experience allows you to connect with future classmates, faculty, and staff, and gain insight into a variety of career paths, including Agriculture, Automotive, Lineworker, Health Sciences, Graphic Design, and more. Explore BSC offers campus tours, student panels, and information on academic programs and student services, giving you the opportunity to make an informed decision about your future. The event is scheduled for Friday, October 23, from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m., with flexible event blocks so you can choose the times and activities that interest you. Whether you’re already accepted or just considering your options, we invite you to join us all day or for part of it. For registration and detailed event information, visit https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/OpenHouse/.

Explore BSC | Open House Event

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