Military Appreciation Day

Tuesday, July 22, 2025

North Dakota State Fairgrounds • Minot, North Dakota

The North Dakota Stockmen's Association, North Dakota Beef Commission and North Dakota CattleWomen will be joining forces to salute servicemen and women and their families during the 20th annual Beef Industry Military Appreciation Day July 22 at the North Dakota State Fair in Minot, N.D.

The event will include a free roast beef picnic for active-duty military, reserve and National Guard members and their families, along with children’s activities and more.

The event will be located near the Commercial II Exhibit Building on the State Fairgrounds. The meal will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., or until the food is gone.

“North Dakota’s cattle ranchers are proud to host the Beef Industry Military Appreciation Day each year,” said NDSA President Randy Schmitt, a Rugby, N.D., cow-calf producer. “It’s a chance to say thanks to our nation’s heroes and to give them a great beef-eating experience so they can advocate for our product wherever their travels take them.”

Event organizers are looking for volunteers to help serve food and drinks, clean tables, visit with military personnel and let them know how much North Dakota’s beef producers appreciate their service. To volunteer, call (701) 223-2522.