Every August, we celebrate our state fruit with two days of live music, local vendors, delicious food, and good old-fashioned fun. From the pancake breakfast and fun run to the signature pit-spitting contest and Chokecherry Express mini train rides, the ND Chokecherry Festival is packed with activities for all ages. Shop from regional vendors, enjoy live entertainment, and don’t forget to try the chokecherry-flavored treats.

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 and 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 and 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.

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.