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 www.topperscarclub.com

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.

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 www.fargoairsho.com

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.

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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