On This Day | High Value Freight Line
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A solid car load of silk from Japan consisting of 18 car loads, valued at $8,000,000.00, passed thru Minot Sunday, enroute from Seattle to St. Paul. The train was pulled the entire distance, 1813 miles over the Great Northern railway with the same engine, No. 2517, one of the new type oil burners.
— October 1, 1925 | The Ward County Independent
Why We Chose It
They don’t show it by appearance, but the trains that pass through Minot are vital and valuable cogs in our country’s economic machine. The $8,000,000 in 1925 would equate to $150,000,0000 today.

Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun
Live Music!
Wiggin’ Out! – The Shaky Calls @BlueRider
Saturday, October 4th
Get ready to rock your wig off with The Shaky Calls at Blue Rider this Saturday, October 4th, in Downtown Minot! Enjoy live music, stiff drinks, free popcorn, and a free shot if you wear a wig! #WigParty #MinotNights #SavorMinot
In Theaters
Hazel @OakParkTheater
Friday, October 3rd
Experience the gripping tale of survival in “Hazel,” premiering at Oak Park Theater in Minot on Friday, October 3rd. Don’t miss the chance to see this thrilling story unfold on the big screen with showings at 6:00 pm and 8:30 pm. #HazelMovie #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
Unforgettable | The Centennial Season Opener! @MinotSymphony
Saturday, October 4th
Kick off the Minot Symphony Orchestra’s centennial season with an unforgettable evening featuring a world premiere by Sean Neukom and a breathtaking performance by pianist Frederic Chiu. Arrive early for Musicology, a free pre-concert talk at 6 PM, to enrich your concert experience. #MinotSymphony #CentennialCelebration #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Sober October Benefit Concert @CitzensAlley
Saturday, October 4th
Join us for the Sober October Benefit Concert at Citizens Alley in downtown Minot on Saturday, October 4th, featuring exciting performances by THE CHOKE CHERRIES, Dakotah Faye, and Vanity Plate. Support IMC garage band scholarships and honor Brock Zavalney with a suggested entry of $5-$10. #LiveMusicMinot #SupportLocalBands #SavorMinot
Activities & Events
Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo
Friday, October 10th — Sunday, October 12th
Get ready for an action-packed weekend at the Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo in Minot, featuring top cowboys and cowgirls competing for championship glory from October 10th to 12th at the North Dakota State Fair Center. Don’t miss the excitement with performances on Friday and Saturday at 7 pm and Sunday at 1 pm! #BadlandsRodeo #RodeoFun #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Halloween Hike @FortStevenson
Friday, October 24th — Saturday, October 25th
Join Fort Stevenson State Park for a spine-tingling Halloween Hike on October 24th and 25th, featuring a decorated trail full of spooky surprises. Perfect for nature lovers of all ages, this evening adventure starts at 7 PM from the Visitor Center. #HalloweenHike #FortStevenson #SavorMinot
Play & Participate
Pumpkin Walk @MinotParks
Friday, October 10th — Saturday, October 11th
Experience the magic of the Minot Parks Pumpkin Walk on October 10th and 11th from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Woodland Trail. Help us light up the night with 2,000 carved pumpkins and enjoy a free, family-friendly event sponsored by JLG Architects. #PumpkinWalk #UnplugAndPlay #SavorMinot
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