Summer Fun 2021

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SUMMER FUN? ready for some

CHECK OUT THESE GREAT, FAMILY-FRIENDLY PLACES BOTH NEAR AND FAR

By Melissa Davidson, Paula Quam and Alicia Strnad Hoalcraft

After a year of staying pretty close to home, many families are looking for options to get out and about while still being safe this summer. Warmer temperatures and the appeal of traveling again combine for a great opportunity to visit attractions that may be in your backyard or just a few hours away. See page 6 for some great options to get you started on planning a safe but spectacular summer vacation.

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Within FMWF metro

FARGO AIR MUSEUM

You don’t have to buy a ticket to get up close and personal with the aircraft at the Fargo Air Museum. Get a firsthand look at the many planes on display from all eras, from a 1939 Duggy that served for Australia during WWII to a Wright Flyer replica built on site. If your kids are really into planes, check out the museum’s educational day camps and hit the gift shop for something cool to bring home. Kids of all ages and pets are always welcome. fargoairmuseum.org

BONANZAVILLE

Located just outside West Fargo, Bonanzaville gives visitors a glimpse into the life of our earliest settlers. Explore the site’s 36 buildings that have been donated and moved from areas around the county, including old churches, a town hall and a schoolhouse. For a more immersive experience, download walking tours on the Pocketsites app, which includes detailed history, photos and videos. www.bonanzaville.org

DOWNTOWN

Downtown is the historical center of Fargo, which means there’s a lot to do and see for everyone in the family! Check out some of the interactive murals, including the iconic Mario Brothers scene. Broadway Square also hosts several ongoing events, such as the Red River Market, Chalk Fests, music events and yoga.

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Looking for more?

Check out:

• RedHawks Baseball

• Yunker Farm

• Red River Zoo

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Approx. 1 hour from metro

FRONTIER VILLAGE/NATIONAL BUFFALO MUSEUM/FORT SEWARD (JAMESTOWN)

When the world’s largest anything is just down the road and a travel mug of coffee away, folks should probably check it out. This is a place that boasts the “world’s largest buffalo monument”, standing tall in a recreated prairie town known as the Frontier Village. Real buffalo graze nearby, from a herd originally located in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The museum not only features old buffalo artifacts but also promotes an understanding of the bison industry of today. While you’re in Jamestown, a 70-stop talking audio tour of the city tells the old stories that make up the area’s history. discoverjamestownnd.com

CHAHINKAPA ZOO (WAHPETON)

Only about 45 miles down the road from the metro, Wahpeton is home to a zoo that features roughly 200 animals of 70 different kinds of species from six continents, all waiting for visitors. Not only is the zoo open for those just wanting a leisurely stroll through its expansive property, it also features extra perks for the curious animal lover, with various classes and an invitation to watch how they train the animals. Check out a “wild” game show called “Friendly Feud”, dart tournaments and other family-friendly events. www.chahinkapazoo.org

BUFFALO RIVER, TURTLE RIVER, ITASCA, MAPLEWOOD, ICELANDIC STATE PARKS

Camping, fishing, hiking, biking...it’s all just a hop, skip and a jump away on both sides of the Red River. Good for a day trip or a weekend getaway, these parks are an inexpensive way to soak in Mother Nature’s finest creations in both Minnesota and North Dakota. The Buffalo River State Park, a few miles east of Glyndon, Minnesota, is a prairie lover’s dream with trails, the park’s adjoining Bluestem Prairie Scientific and Natural Area, a swimming hole, campsite and picnic area. Itasca State Park, home to the Headwaters of the Mississippi River, is about 20 miles north of Park Rapids, Minnesota, and often leaves its visitors in awe of the grandeur of the tall, old pine trees, historic cabins, pristine

lake and expansive biking and hiking trails. Maplewood State Park, outside of Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, is known for its mature, gorgeous maple trees and colorful array of vegetation sprinkled throughout the picturesque landscape.

On the North Dakota side, the Turtle River State Park is just west of Grand Forks and features trails for biking and hiking, a camping area, large, stone picnic areas and camping. And if homesteading heritage is your thing, the Icelandic State Park in northeast North Dakota near Cavalier is your place. With 2,300 acres of gardens, a pioneer heritage center, a nature reserve and beach, the park is the perfect getaway for folks wanting a little piece of the state’s historic beauty.

Looking for more?

Check out:

• Vining, Minn., sculpture park

• Bagg Bonanza Farm

Approx. 2-3 hour drive

STORYBOOK LAND IN ABERDEEN

Aberdeen’s Storybook Land is a theme park inspired by nursery rhymes and other familiar tales. Take a walk down the yellow brick road in the Land of Oz to Dorothy’s house for a simulated tornado experience, visit Old MacDonald’s farm, see Humpty Dumpty, Goldilocks and more. Check out the castle - complete with moat! - and take a ride on the Storybook Express miniature train as well as other rides like a rollercoaster, carousel, spinning cups and more. Storybook Land is also adjacent to Wypile Park, which offers camping amenities, a man-made lake, plus Thunder Road. Don’t forget about the Aberdeen Aquatic Center with its water slides, zero-depth area and lazy river. www.facebook.com/storybookaberdeen

GATEWAY TO SCIENCE IN BISMARCK

Looking for a hands-on learning experience? Don’t miss Bismarck’s Gateway to Science to engage kids of all in fun and wacky science exhibits. The interactive experiences teach kids about magnetism,

air pressure, electricity, light, color and more. Little brains and bodies are sure to get a fun workout in this educational and entertaining environment. Check the website for information on special events and for descriptions of exhibits that may cause sensory issues for some kids (blowing air, loud noises, sudden movements) so you can plan your visit. gatewaytoscience.org

HEMKER PARK AND ZOO IN FREEPORT, MINNESOTA

This zoo was designed to be as family friendly as possible, with more than 100 animals to visit. You can see greater one-horned rhino Tio, as well as giraffes, zebras, monkeys, puffins, kangaroos, meerkats and more as you wander this family-owned zoo. There are also options for close encounters including feeding some of the animals and holding a boa constrictor. hemkerzoo.com

SAFARI NORTH WILDLIFE PARK IN BRAINERD

This private zoo and conservation center offers an up-close-and-personal safari experience. Ride a train around the 10acre safari area and see wildlife from five continents. Animals include lions, ostrich, monkeys, hyenas, wildebeest, camels, tigers and more. Kids can feed giraffes, ride camels, visit the petting zoo, dig for dinosaurs and more.

www.safarinorth.com

This article originally appeared in the June/July issue of On the Minds of Moms magazine.

The Navy Blue Angel Flight Team will headline the Fargo Air Sho on Saturday and Sunday, July 24th & 25th at Hector International Airport. This is a special year for the Blues as they celebrate their 75th anniversary season.

The Team is flying a newer FA-18E “Super Hornet”. It will mark the first time in over 30 years that the Blue Angels have changed aircraft. The Flight Leader and Commanding Officer is Brian Kesselring, a Fargo native. Brian is a Fargo South High and Concordia College graduate.

The Fargo Air Sho will also feature other military aircraft displays such as the F-16 “Viper” Demonstration Team. On static

display, a Marine F-35 Fighter Jet plus other current planes and vintage warbirds from the Fargo Air Museum.

The Fargo Air Sho has a unique first time Demonstration Team from RAD Aerosports of Valley City, ND. Jarrod Lindemann is piloting a 1939 Jet Powered Waco aircraft. He will team up with Jeff Boerboon, flying a modified twin engine Yak 110 aircraft sporting a Lear 24 jet engine into one very strange looking but innovative aerobatic aircraft.

The Fargo Air Sho has a variety of civilian aerobatic airplanes that will thrill the crowds with their loops and unique aerial stunts. Two exciting ground shows are

“Shockwave”, a Jet Powered Semi, that will attain speeds of 200 miles per hour, plus “Blessed FMX”, a Motorcycle Stunt Act flying over farm tractors at heights reaching 30 plus feet above the ground. Tickets for the Fargo Air Sho are available online at www.fargoairsho.com

New this year is the “Family Pass” at $49.00 for 2 Adults- 18 years+ & 2 youth, ages 11-17 & ticket processing fees. Family Pass available through advanced tickets sale only.

Gates open at 9:30 AM. Show starts at 11 AM. Visit fargoairsho.com for all details.

THE TEAM IS FLYING A NEWER FA-18E “SUPER HORNET”. IT WILL MARK THE FIRST TIME IN OVER 30 YEARS THAT THE BLUE ANGELS HAVE CHANGED AIRCRAFT.

NORTH DAKOTA

MINNESOTA

FARGO

LADYBUG ACRES’ VEGGIE BARN 2110 S. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, FARGO

OPEN DAILY // 12 - 6PM

MID JULY - OCTOBER 31

Check out their Facebook page for more information: www.facebook.com/ ladybugacresproduce.

RED RIVER MARKET

NEW LOCATION: BROADWAY SQUARE 201 BROADWAY N, DOWNTOWN FARGO

EVERY SATURDAY // 10AM - 2PM

JULY 10 - OCTOBER 30

For more information: visit www.redriver.market.

THE MARKET @ WEST ACRES

WEST ACRES (WEST PARKING LOT), 3902 13TH AVE. S., FARGO

TUES & THURS // 9AM - 5PM SATURDAYS // 9AM - 3PM

JUNE - OCTOBER 2021

Visit westacres.com/attractions for more information.

WEST FARGO

FARMERS MARKET AND BEYOND SHEYWEST!

225 40TH AVE, WEST FARGO

SUNDAYS // JULY 18 - OCTOBER 3

For more information: visit www.wfparks.org/activities/farmersmarket.

HILDEBRANT FARM

349 MAIN AVE E, WEST FARGO

MONDAY - FRIDAY // 10 - 6PM

SAT 9AM - 5PM & SUN // 11 AM - 5PM

MAY 1 - NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Visit hildebrantfarm.com for more information.

MOORHEAD

MOORHEAD FARMERS MARKET, ACE HARDWARE, 20 6TH ST. S., MOORHEAD

EVERY TUESDAY // 3 - 6:30PM

JUNE 1 – SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

For more information: visit www.cityofmoorhead.com.

SURROUNDING AREAS

DILWORTH FARMERS MARKET

WHISTLE STOP PARK, 103 4TH ST. N.E., DILWORTH

JUNE 24 // 2 - 8PM

at Whistlestop Park

JULY 22 // 2 - 8PM

at the field by Dilworth Community Center (this is Loco Daze Art in the Park)

AUGUST 26 // 2 - 8PM

at Whistlestop Park

For more information: visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/ DilworthFarmersMarket.

ABERDEEN, SD IS A BIG TRIP A SHORT DISTANCE AWAY

By Katherine Grandstrand

ABERDEEN AREA CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU

There are fewer than 200 road miles between Fargo and Aberdeen, but the trip will transport you to a whole new world.

Relive your favorite nursery rhymes and fairy tales at Storybook Land, recreate Dorothy’s journey back home through the Land of Oz, live out your race car driver dreams at Thunder Road or make a big splash at the Aberdeen Aquatic Center.

Building the perfect family road trip to Aberdeen is easy.

PICK YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS

Are you a camping family, with a call to the great outdoors? Do you prefer a hotel with freshly made beds? Do you want to split the difference with a camper cabin, a rustic lodge with climate control?

Aberdeen has a variety of places to stay all over town.

PLAN YOUR ACTIVITIES

Wylie Park is not only home to Storybook Land and Thunder Road, it has more than 3 miles of paved trails, bike rentals, an observation zoo, a small lake for swimming and fishing, canoe, kayak and paddleboat rentals and event space.

The Aberdeen Aquatic Center features three full-sized waterslides, a lazy river, young child play area and eight-lane lap pool.

Whether to escape the heat or the rain, plan some indoor activities like a trip to the Dacotah Prairie Museum, Uptown Aberdeen mall, Allevity Entertainment or catch a movie at the Capitol Theatre downtown or Golden Ticket Cinema in the mall.

PLAN YOUR ROUTE

There are several ways to travel between Fargo and Aberdeen.

The most straight-forward route is down Interstate 29 and west on U.S. Highway 12. Drivers will encounter four lanes the entire trip.

More adventurous road trippers can plan routes that take them to unique stops along the way, like the

Plan a stop at Fort Sisseton Historic State Park and Sica Hollow State Park on your way home. Fort Sisseton is part park, part museum and has amazing programing throughout the summer. Sica Hollow is a sacred place in the Coteau Hills with amazing hikes throughout the park.

DON’T FORGET SNACKS

No road trip is complete without snacks, but road trip snacks are a different beast from regular snacks.

Think about things that can be easily vacuumed – popcorn, chips, crackers – and fruits and vegetables that don’t leave a mess behind, like carrots, apple slices, broccoli and cauliflower florets.

Try to avoid melty things like chocolate and sticky things like suckers or pop.

Pack lots of water and save those sticky or melty treats for stops along the way.

If you need more help planning your Aberdeen getaway, contact the Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau by heading to www.visitaberdeensd.com or calling 605-225-2414.

International Vinegar Museum in Roslyn or Nicollet Tower outside of Sisseton.

The Downtown Fargo Street Fair is your premier summer event featuring over 200 artists, crafters, and food vendors from around the country! Admission is free and there is fun for all ages. This family friendly event is presented by the Downtown Community Partnership, and is the perfect opportunity for you to come explore the heart of Fargo and the many small independent businesses that call this neighborhood home. We are taking over 10 blocks of Downtown Fargo to allow you more room to spread out during this year’s event!

The Street Fair is a foodie paradise! Sample your favorite fair foods and pop in and out of our locally owned

restaurants! With 36 food and snack vendors everyone is sure to find something to sink their teeth into! Love craft beverages? We have three local brewers, a distiller, and several Downtown bars showcasing our local flavors!

Looking for entertainment? This year we are kicking off the Street Fair with a concert in Broadway Square on Thursday night. To entertain the kids, check out the Kid’s Alley which will include a petting zoo and nature activities by the Audubon Society. The kiddos can also find a space to cool off in the Broadway Spouts! Plus catch street performers popping up throughout the fair!

What you need to know:

JULY 15TH-17TH 2021

On Broadway between Main Ave and 7th Ave

Thurs & Fri // 10AM to 9PM Saturday // 10AM to 5PM

For a parking guide, fair schedule, fair map, and a list of our vendors visit our website or follow us on social media!

WEBSITE downtownfargo.com

INSTAGRAM @downtown_Fargo

FACEBOOK @downtownfargo

Getting Around:

The Link FM Bus provided by MATBUS will provide free rides from the Moorhead Center Mall to the fair!

5 parking ramps within a minutes walk to the fair!

Ride MATBUS to the fair on their regular routes

JUNE

JUNE 24

PARK IT!

Meet the Park It! Staff at Elephant/Percy Goodwin Park and create take home arts and crafts. The fun travels to different neighborhoods throughout the summer! This event is free and all supplies are provided.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JUNE 29

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS)

MOVIE IN THE PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY

JULY 1

BARK IN THE PARK

Enter your dog in this fun and family focused dog show held at North Elmwood Park! Awards will be presented to winners in various categories and first place winners will compete for Best in Show!

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

JULY 2

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) AT LINDENWOOD PARK

This new Summer Series pairs a movie night or a live show from a local band! Every G.O.T. event starts with a party that includes face painting, an art project, a DJ and more. This week’s event features a concert that starts at 7pm!

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 4

BONANZAVILLE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION

Don’t miss this Old Fashioned family celebration with fireworks, live demonstrations, train rides, horse-drawn carriage rides, a parade, old time games, costumed historical figures and so much more!

701.282.2822 | www.bonanzaville.org

JULY 4

MOORHEAD PROUD 5656 OOH & AAH FIREWORKS

The Moorhead Business Association is pleased to present the Moorhead Fireworks 5656 Ooh & Aah annual fireworks display. Join us at MSUM’s Nemzek Field House on July 4th for a concert and fireworks!

218.284.4643 | www.mhdmba.org

JULY 6

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) LEWIS & CLARK PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 7

MONSTROUS IMAGINATION

How big can you dream? Using nature as your inspiration, join Fargo Parks at Forest River Park to put your imagination to the test at this NEW, family-friendly STEAM focused event!

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 7

ARTNIGHT

Get out and create! Join the West Fargo Park District at Armour Park for this outdoor, all ages event. ArtNight will feature local artists, food, yard games, free youth art projects and live music.

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

JULY 8

PARK IT!

Meet the Park It! Staff at Lemke Park and create take home arts and crafts. The fun travels to different neighborhoods throughout the summer! This event is free and all supplies are provided.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 9-18

RED RIVER VALLEY FAIR

More Fun in the Sun! Free Grandstand concerts with your paid gate admission, featuring Theory of a Deadman and Kip Moore! Livestock & Horse Shows, carnival rides and much more. Be ready for 6 days of fun at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds!

701.282.2200 | www.redrivervalleyfair.com

2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

FARGO-MOORHEAD-WEST FARGO

JULY 13

MOORHEAD RIVERARTS AT WOODLAWN PARK

This is a family-friendly event that features carriage rides, kid-friendly art activities, inflatable games, yard games and more! Each night we bring in an entertainment act to perform for the crowd and businesses or organizations set up booths to promote themselves. Come enjoy the fun! A live performance by Varying Degrees Percussion Trio starts at 7pm!

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

JULY 13

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) MOVIE IN THE PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 13

WEST FARGO PARK’S SCAVENGER HUNT

Gather a team and check-in at the Veteran’s Memorial Arena at 6 p.m. Teams who complete all the tasks and return on time will be entered in a drawing for the Grand Prize!

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

JULY 14-31

2021 MAINSTAGE MUSICAL RODGERS AND HAMMERSTEIN’S “CINDERELLA” BY TROLLWOOD PERFORMING ARTS SCHOOL

218.477.6500 | www.trollwood.org

JULY 15-17

DOWNTOWN FARGO STREET FAIR

Hit the streets of downtown Fargo for fine art, unique finds, quality crafts and tasty food. There is something for everyone at the 44th Annual Downtown Fargo Street Fair!

701.241.1570 | www.downtownfargo.com

JULY 15

WEST FARGO CRUISE NIGHT

Join the City of West Fargo and Toppers Custom Car Club in downtown West Fargo for the 10th annual Cruise Night season! Classic cars & bikes cruise Sheyenne Street from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

www.topperscarclub.com

JULY 20-24

DISNEY’S “BEAUTY AND THE BEAST” PRESENTED BY GOOSEBERRY PARK PLAYERS

The show will be performed at Horizon Middle School’s Performing Art Center.

218.477.2271

www.gooseberryparkplayers.org

JULY 20

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) LONGFELLOW PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 21

RIVER PADDLING EXCURSION

If you like to canoe or kayak and would like to learn more about the Red River, join us this summer as Moorhead Parks and Recreation and River Keepers host monthly River Paddling Excursions. The July excursion topic is Animals of the Red River, hosted by Nicole Lee.

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

JULY 21

HAWAIIAN BEACH BLAST

Come out and say Aloha to your neighbors and friends during this fun filled evening at Rendezvous Park! Lawn games, face painting and a karaoke contest!

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

JULY 23

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) AT TROLLWOOD PARK

This new Summer Series pairs a movie night or a live show from a local band! Every G.O.T. event starts with a party that includes face painting, an art project, a DJ and more. This week’s event features a movie that starts at dusk!

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 24-25

FARGO AIRSHO

The Fargo AirSho brings over 30,000 fans from all over the US and Canada to Hector International Airport to see spectacular air performances, including the US Navy Blue Angels.

www.fargoairsho.com

*All events and times are subject to change. Readers should contact the event’s organizers with any questions.

JULY 27

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) MOVIE IN THE PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 27

MOOHEAD RIVERARTS

This is a family-friendly event that features carriage rides, kid-friendly art activities, inflatable games, yard games and more! Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

JULY 29

PARK IT!

Meet the Park It! Staff at Roosevelt Park and create take home arts and crafts. The fun travels to different neighborhoods throughout the summer! This event is free and all supplies are provided.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

JULY 30-31

FARGO BLUES FESTIVAL

Gather for this two-day, 12-band, blues explosion that features world-class bands, great food, beverages and on-site camping. The 24th annual event will be held on the grass of Newman Outdoor Field.

218.287.7775 | www.fargobluesfest.com

JULY 31 - AUGUST 1

FIBER ARTS FESTIVAL

Celebrate all things fiber, yarn and fabric! A day full of demonstrations, vendors and hands-on activities the whole family can enjoy. Join us inside the Hartl Building at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds.

701.499.6060 | www.fiberartsfest.com

AUGUST

AUGUST 3

G.O.T. (GATHERING ON TUESDAYS) ROOSEVELT PARK

This summer series kicks Party in the Park up a notch by pairing it with either a movie night or a fun family activity. Each Gathering on Tuesdays event starts with a party that includes a craft, a DJ and so much more! And the best part is the event is free.

All movies in the park are held at Rheault Farm and the activities are at a different park each week.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

AUGUST 3

NIGHT TO UNITE

The West Fargo Police Department is excited to host the annual Night to Unite at North Elmwood Park! Come and celebrate our community and check out demonstrations by local Police and Fire Departments, as well as FM Ambulance.

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

AUGUST 4

RIVER PADDLING EXCURSION

If you like to canoe or kayak and would like to learn more about the Red River, join us this summer as Moorhead Parks and Recreation and River Keepers host monthly River Paddling Excursions. The August excursion topic is History of the Red River hosted by the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County.

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

AUGUST 5

PARK IT!

Meet the Park It! Staff at Centennial Park and create take home arts and crafts. The fun travels to different neighborhoods throughout the summer! This event is free and all supplies are provided.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

AUGUST 5

SENIOR PICNIC

The West Fargo Parks District will sponsor a Senior Picnic for West Fargo residents ages 60+ at the Rustad Recreation Center. Enjoy lunch, live music and visit with friends. After lunch, join us for a fun game of Bingo!

701.433.5360 | www.wfparks.org

AUGUST 6-7

GO FAR WOMAN RUN

2021 marks the 8th running of the Essentia Health Go Far Women Run- a weekend of events for the entire family! The run raises funds and awareness for the Essentia Health NICU.

701.371.5158 | www.gofarwoman.com

AUGUST 7

GERMAN FOLK FESTIVAL

Explore German culture at the Fargo Park District’s German Folk Festival. Enjoy an afternoon of music, dancing and presentations at Rheault Farm from 12 p.m.- 5 p.m.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

AUGUST 12-15

FM PRIDE WEEK

Celebrate the local and regional LGBT community with events such as the Pride Parade, Community Rally, Block Party and Pride in the Park.

218.287.8034 | fmpride.com

AUGUST 10

MOOHEAD RIVERARTS

This is a family-friendly event that features carriage rides, kid-friendly art activities, inflatable games, yard games and more! Each night we bring in an entertainment act to perform for the crowd and businesses or organizations set up booths to promote themselves. Come enjoy the fun! Features a performance by the Front Fenders and Nature of the North.

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

AUGUST 12

CODY JOHNSON

Johnson’s passionate, rowdy concerts have already drawn comparisons to Garth Brooks, and the music from his previous albums –inspired by ‘90s country foundations, but built for the 21st century – has made him a familiar presence on Texas and Oklahoma red-dirt radio.

218.477.6500 www.bluestemamphitheater.org

AUGUST 13-15

2019 FARGO FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Come sample a variety of food trucks from the upper midwest! Music, games and more! Fun for the whole family at the North Dakota Horse Park.

701.527.7868 | www.hrnd.org/events

AUGUST 15

COLE SWINDELL WITH JON LANGSTON

In the FIVE years since the release of his debut album on Warner Music Nashville, Swindell has toured with the biggest superstars in country music including Luke Bryan, Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Dierks Bentley and officially became a headliner on his own Reason To Drink Tours in 2018.

218.477.6500

www.bluestemamphitheater.org

AUGUST 18

RIVER PADDLING EXCURSION

If you like to canoe or kayak and would like to learn more about the Red River, join us this summer as Moorhead Parks and Recreation and River Keepers host monthly River Paddling Excursions. The August excursion topic is Trees of the River, hosted by Trent Wise.

218.299.5340 | www.cityofmoorhead.com

AUGUST 19

WEST FARGO CRUISE NIGHT

Join the City of West Fargo and Toppers Custom Car Club in downtown West Fargo for the 10th annual Cruise Night season! Classic cars & bikes cruise Sheyenne Street from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m. www.topperscarclub.com

AUGUST 23

GLOW IN THE DARK GOLF

Give golf a new challenge by playing in the dark! Glow balls are provided. Space is limited, please register in advance.

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

AUGUST 24

COURTS PLUS PLAYGROUND CARNIVAL

Looking for something fun to do before school starts? This FREE carnival will have games, inflatables, arts & crafts, water games & more! For children of all ages and open to the public.

701.237.4805 | www.courtsplus.org

AUGUST 28-29

ISLAND PARK SHOW - JURIED ARTS & CRAFT FESTIVAL

Explore, unwind and shop at Island Park! Fargo Parks presents this two-day festival of original fine arts and unique crafts. Admission is free to the event!

701.499.6060 | www.fargoparks.com

AUGUST 28-29

SISTER CITIES SMOKEOUT

Baked into the heart of Moorhead and its sister city, Fargo, are the common bonds of beer-safe cooking (safely grilling food with a beer in one hand) and giving your ears equal love with great tunes. Even better is having someone else wrestle up some good meat, pour a tall one and crank up the summer’s hottest playlist. You’re invited to Sister Cities Smokeout two full days of – Hot BBQ, Live Tunes and Cold Beer.

218.477.6500

www.bluestemamphitheater.org

SEPTEMBER

SEPTEMBER 20-25

FARGO MARATHON

The 17th Annual Sanford Health Fargo Marathon! With a week full of events, the Fargo Marathon will have something for everyone.

701.364.2786 | www.fargomarathon.com

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