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West Fest is back and Better Than Ever!

West Fargo’s annual community celebration is happening Sept. 12-17, 2022. Here are some highlights of the events happening throughout the week.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 15:

Cruise Night 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.

The final Cruise Night of 2022 will be held on Sheyenne Street in The Downtown Yards district. During the event, classic cars and motorcycles will line Sheyenne Street and cruise one-way, southbound starting at Main Avenue W. Toppers Car Club will be set up in the POW/MIA Plaza along with a live broadcast of The Jay Thomas Show on WDAY Radio.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 17:

Airport Fly-In 7:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.

Held at the West Fargo Municipal Airport, this family event features a pancake breakfast, kids activities, tours of Sanford AirMed and free airplane rides for youth ages 8-17.

Craft & Vendor Show 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Shop from local artists, crafters and vendors during the West Fest activities on Sheyenne Street.

Grand Parade 12 p.m.

The West Fest Parade is one of the largest parades in the state of North Dakota and travels through downtown West Fargo. This year’s parade theme is Better Than Ever and entries will include businesses, organizations, and special guests from West Fargo and around the region.

Family Fun 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Enjoy a variety of fun activities for the kids after the parade on Sheyenne Street.

Street Dance with music by 32 Below 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Join the community for a fun, family friendly dance in the POW/MIA Plaza to end a day of celebration.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 18:

Honkin’ Haulin’ Hands on Trucks 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Hosted by West Fargo Park District at Veterans Memorial Arena, kids will get the opportunity to see what it’s like to be in the driver’s seat of large trucks, construction and farming equipment. All participants will receive a free t-shirt, hard hat, lanyard and driver’s license, while supplies last.

Visit westfargoevents.com for more information on these, and other West Fest Week events!

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