Gear Up for Adventure at Williston, North Dakota’s Sport & Rec Show

If there’s one thing just about everyone in North Dakota can agree on right now, it’s this: winter has seriously overstayed its welcome. The snowbanks are tired, we’re tired, and our vehicles are tired of being covered in road salt. Thankfully, there’s a bright spot on the calendar that feels like a sneak peek of spring. It's the 39th Annual Williston Sport & Rec Show, happening March 20–22, 2026.

The Williston CVB Welcomes Everyone

Hosted by the Williston Convention & Visitors Bureau, this popular event returns to the Raymond Family Community Center and promises a full weekend of fun, gear, and good vibes. If you’ve been daydreaming about warmer days spent outdoors, this show is basically therapy.

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Explore the Latest Outdoor Gear and Unique Finds at the Williston Sport & Rec Show

Inside, you’ll find the latest in outdoor and recreational equipment — ATVs, RVs, boats, grills, spas, and just about anything else that makes North Dakotans smile once the snow melts. The upper level will be packed with vendor booths offering everything from guided trips and high-quality cutlery to specialty food items you didn’t know you needed until now.

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Featured Speaker Announced

One of the biggest highlights this year is guest speaker Jason Mitchell, a 2016 North Dakota Fishing Hall of Fame inductee. His show, Jason Mitchell Outdoors, is one of the most popular outdoor programs in the industry, and fishing fans won’t want to miss hearing from him in person.

Family Fun And Food For Everyone

And yes, this is absolutely a family-friendly event. Thorni Ridge Exotic Animals will be on-site with some seriously adorable guests, including a baby kangaroo, baby zebra, tortoise, and even an alligator. If that doesn’t put you in a better mood, the freshly made mini donuts upstairs probably will. Full concessions will also be available downstairs, so nobody goes home hungry.

Show Hours
Friday, March 20: 1–8 p.m.
Saturday, March 21: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Sunday, March 22: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Admission
Ages 13 and up: $3
Ages 12 and under: Free

After months of winter, the Williston Sport & Rec Show is the perfect excuse to get out of the house, dream about spring, and remember why North Dakotans love the great outdoors so much.