Open Gym: Basketball & Volleyball
2026-01-24 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Ellen Hopkins Elementary, 2020 N 11th St, Moorhead, Minnesota, 56560
Get active this winter at Youth Open Gym! Regular and junior basketball and volleyball equipment will be available. These days are free and open to the public! Children must be picked up by 3 pm when the gyms close.
October 11, 2025-March 28, 2026 | Saturdays, 10 am-3 pmAges 17 and under
No Youth Open Gym on Oct. 18, Nov. 29, Dec. 27, Jan. 3, March 21.
For more information and to view our online interactive brochure, please visit moorheadparks.com.

Youth Open Gym @ Ellen Hopkins
2026-01-24 10:00 - 15:00 | Ellen Hopkins Elementary, 2020 N 11th St, Moorhead, Minnesota, 56560

Open Skate @ The Lights
2026-01-24 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-01-23 13:00 - 20:30, 2026-01-22 13:00 - 18:00 | The Lights at Sheyenne
Open Skate @ The Lights
Skate Rentals available for $5

Elementary Artists: Relief Printmaking with Soft-Kut
2026-01-24 10:00 - 11:30 | Plains Art Museum
Carve, ink, and print your own bold relief designs using Soft-Kut—perfect for young printmakers with big ideas!
Ages: 8-13$30 / $24 members

STEAM Camp
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Fargo Air Museum, 1609 19th Avenue North, Fargo, ND
Science – Technology – Engineering – Art – Math
“Turn It, Build It!” STEAM camp is for youth ages 8-18. Tinker with materials designed to foster necessary skills for a variety of careers.
Camp takes place 9:00am-12:00pm

All parents and/or guardians are responsible for picking up their children at the conclusion of camp.

All camps are subject to change and may end early.

$10 museum members (coupon code in membership packet)
$20 non-members

Toddler Only Session @ KidCo
2026-01-24 09:00 - 10:30, 2026-01-23 09:00 - 10:30 | KidCo Children’s Museum, United States
Toddlers Only @ KidCo

Little Leapers
2026-01-24 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | SkyZone
PLAY TIME WITH A PURPOSE
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

Coloring Contest
2026-01-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Rustad Recreation Center
You say Picasso, I say “future fridge art legend.”
Calling all little artists! Pick up a FREE coloring page starting Saturday, January 17 at the Rustad Recreation Center, West Fargo Fire Departments, or West Fargo Police Department. You can also download the page from our Winter Days webpage.
Contest Details:• Ages 12 & under• One entry per child• Entries accepted January 17–24 at Rustad Recreation Center• Ten winners chosen at random• Winners contacted Monday, January 26• Winners posted online Wednesday, January 28• Prizes picked up January 28 at Rustad Recreation Center from the Police and Fire Departments
Include the child’s first name and last initial on the entry.
Color it. Turn it in. Cross your fingers.

Silver Snowflake Search
2026-01-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Rustad Recreation Center
Silver Snowflake Search
It pays to play… in the snow!You’ve heard the phrase “I’m not made of money”… well, these Silver Snowflakes are!
Here’s the big deal:• Five Silver Snowflakes are hidden around the city• Each snowflake found wins $400 CASH• That’s a total of $2,000 being given away
All five Silver Snowflakes are hidden in public spots around West Fargo, waiting for someone to find them. Clues start January 17 and drop daily through January 24 (or until all are found). Snowflakes will not be hidden inside businesses.
Thanks to our sponsor First International Bank for turning our Silver Snowflake Search into a real treasure hunt!
For full rules, details, and where to find the daily clues, visit: wfparks.org/winter-days
Bundle up, follow the clues, and go find some snowflake cash.

Stars to Starfish JR: Dragon Explorers Experience
2026-01-24 08:00 - 10:30 | MSUM Planetarium
Join the Dragon Explorers Club to enjoy exclusive experiences found only at Minnesota State Moorhead!
The Stars to Starfish JR experience is geared for ages preK through early elementary.
Feeding Frenzy Oceanarium Experience*
Step behind the scenes for an exclusive look at what it takes to care for the oceanarium’s incredible marine residents. This guided experience follows a typical feeding routine, giving participants a close-up view of animal care in action. You’ll learn how specialized diets are prepared, discover fun facts about the species in our care, and a lucky few will have the chance to assist in feeding select animals. It’s an immersive, hands-on adventure perfect for anyone curious about life beneath the waves.
*Oceanarium feedings include the use of shellfish. If you or someone you are purchasing a ticket for has a shellfish allergy please email MarineLab@mnstate.edu to discuss risks.
Stars to Starfish JR Planetarium Experience
Join us for our exclusive fulldome feature: Stars to Starfish JR! In this immersive underwater and space adventure, we join Starry the Starfish and Red the Lobster as they compare the exploration of our universe with the exploration of our Earth’s oceans. This program underscores the importance of our home’s last great resource.
Afterward, we will take a cosmic tour through our own night sky as we see it from right here in Moorhead. We will find some familiar constellations you can go out and look for yourselves!

Schedule:
8 am – Feeding Frenzy in the Oceanarium
The Oceanarium is located in the basement of Langseth Hall, room 005.
Head there first to get your hands-on experience with the residents of the only Oceanarium in the area!
9 am – Wrap up at Oceanarium, start heading toward the Planetarium
The Planetarium is located on the first floor of Bridges Hall, room 167.
9:30 am – Show time at the Planetarium
Sit back, relax, and be taken away to the depths of the ocean and the far reaches of space!
10:30 am – Program end. Thank you for coming, and be sure to come back soon!

**Please see MSUM Box office for admission prices**

Pancake Breakfast @ Moorhead Masonic Family Center
2026-01-24 07:00 - 11:00 | MOORHEAD MASONIC FAMILY CENTER
The Masonic Building is having their pancake breakfast from 7-11 am. Cost is $10 for all you can eat buttermilk and Swedish pancakes, sausage, and eggs at the Moorhead Masonic Family Center, 1815 11th St N Moorhead.

GLOW Jump
2026-01-23 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+

LASER QUEEN
2026-01-23 18:30 - 19:30 | MSUM Planetarium
Playlist

1) We Will Rock You/We Are The Champions
2) Bicycle Race
3) Don’t Stop Me Now
4) Another One Bites The Dust
5) I Want To Break Free
6) Under Pressure
7) Killer Queen
8) Bohemian Rhapsody
9) Radio Gaga
10) Princes Of The Universe
11) The Show Must Go On

Total Running Time: 46 minutes

Start with a layer of heavy metal, add a dash of glam, a pinch of astrophysics, and sprinkle liberally with theatrics. Only THEN will you get a sense of what makes up the legendary Queen, the band who are often touted as being the most educated rock band to ever live. Freddy Mercury put it best when he said, “The whole point of Queen was to be original. We’re a very expensive group, we break a lot of rules, It’s unheard of to combine opera with a rock theme, my dear.”
**Please see MSUM Box Office for admission price**

Parents Night Out @ Fargo All Stars
2026-01-23 17:00 - 21:00 | Fargo All Stars
Parents Night Out Events

Send your kiddos to Parents Night Out for an evening of fun and movement!
Every month Fargo All Stars hosts a Parents Night Out Event opening up the entire gym to our community’s kiddos. With 2 bounce houses and 2 interactive floor projectors, kids are guaranteed to have a blast! Bonus craft and big screen movie included at every parents night out! With hours to spend playing on the 40 foot trampoline, obstacle courses, dodgeball gym, and sensory corner, your kiddo will be ready for bed at pickup!
Drop off and pick up anytime between 5:00-9:00. Don’t forget to pack your lunchbox and bring a water bottle.
Prior Registration Required.
***Must be able to independently use the bathroom to qualify for drop off option

Family Ceramics: Snowman Families - CANCELLED
2026-01-23 13:00 - 15:00 | Plains Art Museum
Work together to sculpt a family of clay snow figures full of personality and winter charm.
Minimum of one adult and one child$50 / $40 members

Red River Valley Boat & Marine Products Show
2026-01-23 12:00 - 20:00 | Fargodome
On January 23 – 25, 2026 North Dakota’s largest Boat Show is back at FARGODOME! See the latest in fishing boats, pontoons, wakeboard boats, personal water craft and more! All at Boat Show pricing! See the latest in electronics and take in great fishing and fishing electronic seminars daily.
Adult – $12 / Children ages 6-12 – $4 / 5 and under – free

Preschool Open Gym @ American Gold Gymnastics
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00 | American Gold Gymnastics
Open gyms are held every Friday starting after Labor Day from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. and are limited to only 15 children. Register on the AGG website! Fee required.

TNT Preschool Open Gym
2026-01-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-23 08:30 - 09:30 | TNT Gymnastics
Preschool Open Gym
Ages: Walking – 5 years old

Enjoy 60 minutes of exploration in the gym with an active helper. Instructors are on-site to facilitate and ensure safe play guidelines are being followed.​
Open to children who are walking to 5 years old. Active helper required.

When is Preschool Open Gym?
Fall Hours:
August 28 – May 8

Thursdays: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Friday: 8:30am – 9:30am
Friday: 10:00am – 11:00am

What is the cost of Preschool Open Gym?
$7 per child or $60 for a 10-visit punch card.
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TNT holds on to your punch card so you don’t have to worry about leaving it at home. Punch cards never expire.

How do I sign up for a preschool open gym?
We ask that families pre-register for the preschool open gyms as we have limited availability. We can not guarantee entry into the open gym without pre-registering. There is no deposit to register. We will collect payment / use a punch on your punch card when you sign in. Registration opens for the week each Wednesday.

Open Skate at the Sports Arena
2026-01-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Sports Arena, 2001 17th Avenue S
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS THE ORIGINAL SPORTS ARENA LOCATION, NOT THE FARGO PARKS SPORTS CENTER IN SOUTH FARGO.
Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just starting out, our Open Skate welcomes all skill levels and ages for a delightful time on the ice. Bring your own skates as skate rentals will not be available. We will have a few skate trainers at each arena.

Cornerstone Bank Arena – Armstrong Rink & Fowler Rink
John E. Carlson Coliseum
Sports Arena – Main Rink & Studio Rink
Fargo Parks Sports Center – Window World Rink | CLICK HERE to view the Fargo Parks Sports Center Open Skate schedule

Admission:

Youth (18 and under)

$4.00

Adults (Over 18)

$5.00

Family

$8.00

FPSC Open Skate

$5.00

Admission for Open Skate at the Studio Rink at the Sport Arena is free (Main Rink does have a fee).

Open Terrarium Workshop
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:00 | SheyWest, 225 40th Ave West, West Fargo, ND
Join us for a hands-on, creative workshop where you’ll learn how to design and build your own open terrarium—a beautiful miniature landscape you can enjoy indoors.
In this fun and relaxing workshop, our instructor will guide you step by step through the process of creating an open terrarium. You’ll choose from a variety of plants and decorative elements, learn proper layering techniques, and design a balanced, thriving terrarium tailored to your style.
You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind terrarium, along with essential care and maintenance tips to help your creation flourish.
You are welcome to call the store at 701-929-5643 to purchase a ticket or checkout directly through the ticket link.
Please choose “Pickup in Store” at checkout. No physical product will be shipped to you.———–Refund Policy: Please email ivyroom@sheywest.com if you have a scheduling conflict – tickets are non-refundable 48hrs prior to the event, but we will use your registration as a credit for a future workshop at SheyWest.
We sometimes require a minimum of 4 participants to hold the workshop, so if we don’t reach that amount 48 hours prior to the event, we will notify all attendees and refund you.

Sensory Sensitive Session @ KidCo
2026-01-22 15:30 - 17:00 | KidCo Children’s Museum, United States
Less Kiddos,
Dimmer Lights,
Quiter Music

Open Skate at Veteran's Arena
2026-01-22 12:00 - 15:00 | Veteran’s Memorial Arena, 1201 7th Ave E, West Fargo, ND
Skate rentals are not available.
This schedule is subject to change without notice. During all scheduled Open Skate times, organized practice and training are not permitted. Hockey equipment is not permitted during Open Skate. Please be courteous and follow the rules while participating in Open Skate.

Open Skate at Cornerstone Bank Arena
2026-01-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Cornerstone Bank Arena, 4404 23rd Ave SW, Fargo, ND
Whether you’re a seasoned skater or just starting out, our Open Skate welcomes all skill levels and ages for a delightful time on the ice. Bring your own skates as skate rentals will not be available. We will have a few skate trainers at each arena.

Cornerstone Bank Arena – Armstrong Rink & Fowler Rink
John E. Carlson Coliseum
Sports Arena – Main Rink & Studio Rink
Fargo Parks Sports Center – Window World Rink | CLICK HERE to view the Fargo Parks Sports Center Open Skate schedule

Admission:

Youth (18 and under)

$4.00

Adults (Over 18)

$5.00

Family

$8.00

FPSC Open Skate

$5.00
