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Painting with Val: Sunset Lake
2026-08-20 17:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | SheyWest, 225 40th Ave West, West Fargo, ND
This class has a relaxed atmosphere and is meant for you to have fun while learning to paint. Technique for painting this project, such as using brushes and color mixing, will be demonstrated and the instructor will paint along with the participants during this class. Aprons are provided, but paint shirts are encouraged.
Skill level: Beginner to Advance. All ages welcome.
Acrylic paint on an 11×14 stretched canvas and you will leave with your completed painting.
Call the store at 701-929-5643 to purchase a ticket early or checkout directly through the ticket link. Spaces for this event are limited!
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Refund Policy: Please email ivyroom@sheywest.com if you have a scheduling conflict – tickets are non-refundable 72 hours before the event.
We require a minimum of 6 participants to hold the workshop. If we don’t reach that amount 48 hours prior to the event, we will notify all attendees and refund you.

Night Bazaar: Galactic Rodeo
2026-08-20 17:00 - 22:00 | Broadway Square, 201 Broadway, Fargo, ND
Experience a magical evening with food, music, art, and captivating performances!
This free, family-friendly event features local artists, makers, and vintage vendors, plus Galactic Rodeo-themed entertainment and activities. Dress up and join the adventure!
More details to come!
This event is free and family friendly.
More info at https://www.folkways.org/nightbazaarNext Events: Night Bazaar Spooky October 15thVolunteer with us https://airtable.com/app3jeLPMazyN…/pag8qbMg2t8U2O8u7/form

Kids Healthy Cooking @ Family Wellness
2026-08-20 17:30 - 18:45 | Family Wellness
Get ready to fuel up like a ninja! In this interactive and exciting cooking class, young chef’s will make their own no-bake Power Ninja Bars using simple, wholesome ingredients. After mixing and shaping their bars, participants will get to take home their delicious creations (if they don’t eat them first!)
COST $15 members | $25 non-members
LOCATION | Wellness Ed

Neighborhood Block Party @ Faith United Methodist
2026-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Faith United Methodist Church, 909 19th Avenue North, Fargo, ND, 58102, United States
Join us for good food, great neighbors and live music!
Bring some food to share. Potluck items are welcome!
Also, please consider making a free will donation of non-perishable food items for the Faith Food Pantry.

Silent Reading Party at River's Bend Park
2026-08-20 17:30 - 19:30 | River’s Bend Park, 2548 1st St E, West Fargo, ND, 58078, United States
Join the West Fargo Public Library at River’s Bend Park for a Silent Reading Party!

Family Ceramics: Clay Beads
2026-08-20 18:00 - 20:00 | Plains Art Museum
String together your creativity by shaping colorful clay beads and designing your own one-of-a-kind wearable art!
Ages: Minimum of one adult and one child$50 / $40 members (per class / per project)

Wicked Night Out
2026-08-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Trollwood Park
Join us for a spellbinding summer evening at Trollwood Park as we bring a little Oz to the outdoors with Wicked Night Out!
Enjoy a free showing of the beloved musical film Wicked: For Good, along with an evening full of wickedly fun activities for all ages. The movie starts at 6:15 pm!
Whether you’re Team Glinda or Team Elphaba, this is a night you won’t want to miss! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and your best witchy vibes for a magical night out.

Author Visit with Alicia Underlee Nelson "100 Things To Do In North Dakota Before You Die"
2026-08-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Moorhead Public Library, 450 Center Ave, Moorhead, MN, 56560
Join us for a visit with local author Alicia Underlee Nelson as she discusses her newest book, “100 Things To Do in North Dakota Before You Die,” followed by Q&A and book signing.

Join us for a visit with local author Alicia Underlee Nelson as she discusses her newest book, “100 Things To Do in North Dakota Before You Die.” Nelson will also cover how travel writing has changed, detail interesting itineraries even locals might have missed, and share why she thinks the phrase “flyover country” doesn’t even hint at half of what our region has to offer. The presentation will be followed by time for Q&A and book signing.
Alicia Underlee Nelson’s previous books include: “100 Things to Do in Fargo Before You Die,” and “North Dakota Beer: A Heady History.” She co-authored “Midwest Road Trip Adventures” and “Midwest State Park Adventures” with colleagues, and contributed to Lonely Planet’s “Offbeat North America,” as well as numerous other publications.
This event is free-of-charge, and registration is not required.

Young Eagles Build Night: Pietenpol Workshop
2026-08-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Fargo Air Museum, 1609 19th Avenue North, Fargo, ND
Learn how early aviation pioneers built aircraft and help build a real airplane to be displayed at Fargo Air Museum. No prior experience necessary. The workshop picks up where it left off each month.
Experimental Aircraft Association hosts this camp once a month at the Fargo Air Museum.
Cost: This workshop is FREE to all ages 10-18.

Little Leapers
2026-08-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-22 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-23 10:00 - 11:00 | SkyZone
Little Leapers is a fun, high-energy play adventure created for parents and little ones to enjoy together.
You’ll love watching your child bounce, climb and explore in a safe environment while interacting with similar age children and learning about sharing, teamwork, and other important social skills.
Bond, make memories and watch your Little Leaper thrive.
Tickets: $12
Adults jump FREE! *SkySocks not included
*For ages 7 & under

Uptown Card Show
2026-08-21 12:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Scheels Arena, 5225 31st Ave S, Fargo, ND
Join us for Scheels Arena’s first-ever Sports & TCG Collectible Show in beautiful Uptown Fargo! Taking place August 21st and 22nd, this exciting new event will feature exclusive collectible vendor tables showcasing a wide variety of sports memorabilia and trading card games.
Stop in on your way to Lake Country or make a weekend of it and attend both days. Browse the vendors and discover unique finds. It’s a can’t-miss event for collectors of all ages!
Friday August 21st: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Saturday August 22nd: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Fix It Forward Speedway Races
2026-08-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Fix It Forward Speedway
Come to the Fix It Forward Speedway and watch the races!
Gate admission: $10/person
Times:

Pit Gates – 4:30
Grandstands – 5:30
Racing – 7:00

Glow Jump
2026-08-21 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-22 20:00 - 22:00 | SkyZone
Light Up The Night
We’re different after dark. Lasers, music and blacklight transform the whole park into a crazy jumping dance club. Waivers are required for all persons entering the park during Glow.
Tickets: $30
*Ages 8+

Neon Nights @ NRG
2026-08-21 20:00 - 22:00 | NRG, 5100 14th Ave S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58103
Neon Nights
Experience NRG Neon Nights! The music gets louder and the lights get electrified! Jump and Climb under the Backlights at NRG.
Every Friday from 8PM – 10PM
$29.99

Community Flower Show 2026
2026-08-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Baker Garden & Gift
SAVE THE DATE!August 22 | 9am–12pm
Join us for our second annual Community Flower Show! This special event showcases beautifully crafted floral arrangements created by local gardeners and businesses throughout the Fargo-Moorhead area.
Flower arrangements will be on display for public viewing, voting, and silent auction bidding. All auction proceeds will benefit Hope Blooms, a local nonprofit dedicated to spreading joy through the gift of flowers.
Interested in creating a flower arrangement for the auction? Registration details coming soon!

The Market @ West Acres
2026-08-22 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-08-25 09:00 - 15:00 | West Acres Regional Shopping Center, 3902 13th Avenue South, Fargo, ND, 58103, United States
The Market @ West Acres
Fresh Finds at the Market
The Market features a wide variety of produce and products from regional vendors.
The Northern Plains Farmers Market at West Acres is a partnership between the Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society and West Acres. The Northern Plains Botanic Garden Society operates a vibrant market on the property of West Acres that contributes to the success of regional food growers, gardeners, and producers, and supports a healthy and vibrant community, all while serving as a community gathering place.
Open
Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 9 am-3 pm
Location
Just off of 42nd Street South, between 15th and 17th Avenues in the west parking lot of West Acres
Season
June 20th, 2026 – Mid October 2026 (produce availability and weather dependent)
Vendors
Interested in becoming a vendor? Check out our vendor guide and link to apply, coming soon!
List of market vendors for the 2026 season, coming soon!
For the safety of our vendors, patrons and the community, the use of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes is prohibited.

Jun 20-Oct 24, 2026

Little Sliders Club
2026-08-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Slick City ND, 3430 Jacks Way S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58104
Little Sliders Club is the perfect playtime for kids 7 and under! Ages 4–7 can enjoy our big slides and air courts, while toddlers 3 and under explore the Junior Jungle. With crafts, music, and special events like character visits, there’s always something exciting for every little adventurer. Check the calendar for the next Little Sliders event!

Red River Market
2026-08-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Broadway Square, 201 Broadway, Fargo, ND
Red River Market creates a space for all people to experience the joys of locally grown food.
Red River Market strives to support local farms and new and emerging food businesses, to increase access to fresh, locally grown produce, to be a good steward of the planet, and to create a sense of place where all are welcome.

Pioneer Days
2026-08-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-23 12:00 - 17:00 | Bonanzaville Event Center, 1351 Main Ave W, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
Take a trip back in time! See history come alive in our historic buildings with reenactments of pioneer life!
Stroll through our pioneer village to talk with costumed guides and watch historic demonstrations. Enjoy delicious food and snacks from vendors. Horse-drawn wagon rides, a kids tractor pull, and a parade at 2:00 PM!
Bring the entire family for a day of historic fun at Bonanzaville!
Pricing:

Adults: $10
Kids (6-16) and Military: $5
Family: $25 ( Mom & Dad or Grandma & Grandpa with all the kids)
Children under five free

Open Hours at MSUM Oceanarium
2026-08-22 12:00 - 16:00 | MSUM Oceanarium
Looking for a family-friendly weekend activity? Want to step out of the cold and into an oceanic world? Then look no further than our Saturday open hours!!!
Join us in the Lower Level of Langseth Hall and see our over 50 different species of organisms that make up our oceans!

When: Saturdays from 12pm to 4pmWhere: The Lower Level of Langseth Hall
$5 per person, cash or check only at door. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time at the MSUM box office. Students a part of the Metro College Alliance get in free with valid ID.
For those needing an accessible entrance, an elevator is available to bring you to the lower level.

Kids' Night Out @ Courts Plus
2026-08-22 16:30 - 19:30 | Courts Plus, 3491 University Dr S, Fargo, ND
Drop your child off for a fun time of sports, games, crafts, and a movie! Every Kids Night Out is centered around a theme and is lead by one of our coordinators. We have 2 homebase rooms for the kids. The first room is for our “littles” which is located in our child watch. This room is for ages 0-4/5 years old and the other room is the meeting room which is for our “bigs,”ages 5-11 years old.

Age Restrictions:

A child must be 6 weeks-11 years of age to participate in Kids Night Out. We utilize the child watch for the littles and either a party room or the meeting room for the big’s as our homebase rooms.

Members & Non-Members

Members | $15.00
Non-Members | $25.00

Register on our app on in your online account!

Back to School Kids Bingo!
2026-08-23 14:30 - 16:30 | Sandbox, 3147 Bluestem Drive, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
Join us for one more round of fun before the kids head back to school! Back to School Kids Bingo is happening Sunday, August 23rd at 2:30 PM at The Sandbox. Bring the whole family for bingo, cash prizes, good food, and a fun afternoon before the school year begins. This event is open to kids of all ages, from younger students to middle schoolers and beyond. Come play, win, and celebrate the end of summer with us! Stay tuned for more details

Archaeology Film Series: "The Mummy" (1999, PG-13)
2026-08-24 13:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Library-Satellite Location, 2515 6th St. E, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
Enjoy a free film screening in the Commission Chambers, including popcorn.

This summer, Monday Matinees will include films related to the Summer Boost program theme: “Unearth a Story.” This month’s theme is “Archaeology August,” featuring films about archeology and wonderous buried treasures. These film screenings are free and open to the public. Please review film ratings when choosing which films to enjoy with your family. Each film includes free first come, first serve popcorn.
“The Mummy” is rated PG-13
Summary: Brendan Fraser is a raider of the lost sarcophagus in this high-tech, effects-filled remake of the 1932 Universal Pictures horror classic. Evelyn: Rachel Weisz. Jonathan: John Hannah. Imhotep: Arnold Vosloo. Directed by Stephen Sommers. ©Universal Pictures

Summer Story Squad at West Acres
2026-08-25 09:30 - 10:30 | West Acres Regional Shopping Center, 3902 13th Avenue South, Fargo, ND, 58103, United States
Summer Story Squad
Join us for Story Squad — Every Tuesday This Summer!Round up your little ones and join us for free Storytime + activities every Tuesday from June 2–August 25! Each week features a special guest!📖 Story Squad starts at 9:30 am in Aquarium Court.
Story Squad 2026 Schedule:📚 June 2 – Marvelous Mouse Travels📚 June 9 – Red Door Pediatric Therapy📚 June 16 – Great Plains Children’s Museum📚 June 23 – NDSU Language Lab📚 June 30 – Sandford Health📚 July 7 – Brainy Ink📚 July 14 – Western State Bank📚 July 21 – Dear Nicu Mom📚 July 28 – Prairie Public📚 August 4– TBD📚 August 11 – Myna Therapy📚 August 18 – TBD📚 August 25 – Fargo-Moorhead Science Museum
Jun 2-Aug 25, 2026
