Blue Rider
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We do different better!
Hours of Operation
Monday - Thursday: 5:00 pm - 1:00 am
Friday: 4:00 pm - 2:00 am
Saturday: 4:00 pm - 2:00 am
Location
118 1st Avenue SE Minot, ND
Categories
Business Details
Blue Rider Bar was established December 1994 as the first non-smoking bar in North Dakota. It resides in Minot’s oldest and ONLY, wood-framed building left in downtown Minot. Come for the history and unique atmosphere. Stay for the cold beer and laid-back vibes.
Happenings from
Blue Rider
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Downtown Throwdown III
Youth, Adult & VIP Tables Available!
Step into the electrifying world of professional wrestling as Downtown Minot becomes the epicenter of jaw-dropping action on August 3rd at 7:00 PM! Brace yourself for a pulse-pounding extravaganza like no other—the legendary Downtown Throwdown III is set to ignite the heart of the city at the Blue Rider bar!
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Craft Night!
Calling all Artists and Crafters alike!!
We’re hosting a weekly bring-your-own Crafting Night! We invite you to bust out your needlepoint, sketchbook, journal, yarn, or any other hobby you’ve been itching to get done and come on down!
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Jason Lee Band
Jason Lee is a talented musician hailing from the picturesque state of Colorado. Born and raised in the Centennial State, he embarked on a musical journey that has taken him across diverse landscapes, both geographically and musically. Armed with a guitar and a soulful voice, he’ll be hitting the Blue Rider!
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Trivia Night
Bring your quarters to buy your chances at free drink questions, and as always, earn style points and Blue Rider respect for creative team names.
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Craft Night
We’re hosting a weekly bring-your-own Crafting Night! We invite you to bust out your needlepoint, sketchbook, journal, yarn, or any other hobby you’ve been itching to get done and come on down!
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Cold Sweat & Jantzonia
Cold Sweat (originally from Minot) & Fargo’s Jantzonia return to the infamous Blue Rider in downtown Minot, North Dakota. Join us for a night of hip hop and good party.