Lemonade Day Bismarck-Mandan 2026
Lemonade Day is a free, fun, and hands-on learning program that teaches kids how to start, own, and operate their very own business – a lemonade stand.
Every registered child will receive a free backpack and Entrepreneur Workbook that will guide them through every step of building a successful business and teach them to:
- Set a goal
- Create a business plan
- Develop an investor
- Find an investor
- Advertise their stand
- Build a lemonade stand
- Provide excellent customer service
- Make smart spending decisions
Who can participate?
The program is designed for 3rd – 8th graders, however, everyone can be involved and take part in Lemonade Day. Young entrepreneurs need support from mentors, investors, business partners, a great location, and customers.
When does this program take place?
Lemonade Day Bismarck-Mandan will take place on Saturday, July 18th when participating youth will start new businesses, Lemonade stands, across Bismarck-Mandan.
Registration is currently open!
Please visit Bismarck-Mandan | Lemonade Day to register for this year’s Lemonade Day program. Once registered, you will be included in all Lemonade Day communications that will keep you and your entrepreneur up to date on backpack/workbook pickups, tips and tricks for sweet success, as well as messages from our City Champions.
Learn more at Bismarck-Mandan | Lemonade Day, or contact Tate Mills at tmills@bmcedc.com, or call the Chamber EDC at 701-223-5660 with any questions!
Be sure to join us on Facebook at:
www.facebook.com/lemonadedaybismarckmandan
THANK YOU SPONSORS!
Main Squeeze Sponsor:
Fresh Squeeze Sponsors:
Lemon Head Sponsors: Bismarck State College, Bismarck-Mandan Board of Realtors, Bobcat Company, Dakota Fence, Duane's Body Shop, Inc., Huck Financial, Runnings, Scheels, Sheyenne Farnsworth Agency, Inc. – American Family Insurance, University of Mary - Gary Tharaldson School of Business, Vue Community Credit Union
Lime Light Sponsors:
Main Squeeze Sponsor:
Fresh Squeeze Sponsors:
Lemon Head Sponsors: Bismarck State College, Bismarck-Mandan Board of Realtors, Bobcat Company, Dakota Fence, Duane's Body Shop, Inc., Huck Financial, Runnings, Scheels, Sheyenne Farnsworth Agency, Inc. – American Family Insurance, University of Mary - Gary Tharaldson School of Business, Vue Community Credit Union
Lime Light Sponsors:
Date and Time
Saturday Jul 18, 2026
Location
Lemonade Stands can be found all across Bismarck and Mandan on July 18th.
Find branded stands in the community by going to www.lemonadeday.org/bismarck-mandan/stands-map
Fees/Admission
Free to Participate
Register online at www.bismarckmandan.lemonadeday.org
Contact Information
Tate Mills
701-223-5660
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