Thursday Learning Garden
2026-07-16 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
The Growing Together, a local community garden group, and the library have partnered together to maintain and harvest the Library Learning Garden plots located near the Dr. James Carlson Library. Weekly gardening sessions occur on Thursdays starting at 10 a.m. throughout spring, summer and early fall. These sessions are a wonderful way to learn about gardening, be active, and experience the many additional benefits of community gardening. No gardening experience is necessary, and all ages are welcome. For more information, contact Nancy Jones at nkjones@fargolibrary.org.

All Ages / Community Event / No Registration Required

Little Sliders Club
2026-07-16 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!

Baby Rhyme Time
2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
Share songs, fingerplays, short books, rhythms, and rhymes with your baby while introducing them to books and the library! Babies ages birth to 24 months are invited to join us for baby storytimes. One lap per child, please!
For more information on this or any other library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or send Children’s Services an email.

Early Literacy / No Registration Required / Storytime / Young Children

Popcorn Theatre - The Unlikely Pair
2026-07-16 10:00 - 10:30 | Broadway Square, 201 Broadway, Fargo, ND
Popcorn Theatre is back this summer with performances starting this month! Check out our FREE July production of “The Unlikely Pair” during one of seven performances around town.
Enjoy free popcorn and a free show at venues all around town!July 10 | 10am | Rustad Rec Center, West FargoJuly 13 | 10am | Freed Park, HoraceJuly 14 | 10am | Dakota Park, West FargoJuly 15 | 1:30pm | WF Public Library (Satellite Location), West FargoJuly 16 | 10am | Broadway Square, Downtown Fargo – Street FairJuly 19 | 12:30pm | Broadway Square, Downtown Fargo – Red River MarketJuly 20 | 10am | POW/MIA Plaza, West Fargo
Thanks to presenting sponsors, North Dakota Council on the Arts, The Arts Partnership, and with venue assistance from West Fargo Park District, Horace Park District, and West Fargo Events.

Red River Valley Garden Tour
2026-07-16 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-15 13:00 - 19:00
Join us for the 2026 Red River Valley Garden Tour!
This self-guided tour allows you to explore a variety of unique and inspiring gardens throughout the Fargo–Moorhead area. Visit at your own pace, enjoy one day or both.
Ticket proceeds benefitting Hope Blooms!
Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026rrvgardentour
General Admission: $17
Day-of tickets will be available for $20 (cash or online purchase)

Red River Valley Garden Tour 2026
2026-07-16 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-07-15 13:00 - 19:00 | Fargo-Moorhead Area
Join us for the 2026 Red River Valley Garden Tour!
This self-guided tour allows you to explore a variety of unique and inspiring gardens throughout the Fargo–Moorhead area. Visit at your own pace, enjoy one day or both.
Ticket proceeds benefitting Hope Blooms!
Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/2026rrvgardentourGeneral Admission: $17Day-of tickets will be available for $20 (cash or online purchase).

The Market @ West Acres
2026-07-16 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

Daytime Playtime @ Fargo All Stars
2026-07-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Fargo All Stars
Daytime Playtime- Thursdays 9:00-10:00am
Daytime Playtime is for kids under 6 years of age, their adult helper, and siblings.
No registration necessary, walk ins always welcome!

Day Time Play Time @ Fargo All Stars
2026-07-16 09:00 - 10:00 | Fargo All Stars
Day Time Play Time- Thursdays 9:00-10:00 am
Daytime Play Time is for kids under 6 years of age, their adult helper, and siblings.
Walk ins welcome!
$5 Open Gyms

FIFA World Cup Watch Party
2026-07-15 19:00 | Broadway Square, 201 Broadway, Fargo, ND
Folkways and American Outlaws Fargo are bringing the community together for the USA vs Paraguay match. It’s free and family friendly.
Event Details7 p.m. – Kickoff party (beverages available for purchase from Rosewild)8 p.m. – Livestream begins
Bring your own chair or a blanket for seating.
Weather PlanIf needed, we’ll move indoors to Sidestreet Grille and Pub.
This is just the start! More World Cup watch parties (including USA matches, semifinals, and the final) are coming soon. Learn more at aofargo.com
Discover more free, family-friendly events this summer at folkways.org

S'Mores & a Movie
2026-07-15 18:30 - 21:30 | Faith United Methodist Church, 909 19th Avenue North, Fargo, ND, 58102, United States
Join us for a night of FREE family fun. We’ll make S’Mores outside then come inside for a feature film the whole family will enjoy. The event is free for all. The fun starts on Wednesday, July 15th at 6:30PM. See you there!

Open Gym @ Fargo All Stars
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Fargo All Stars
Open Gyms

$5 Open Gym- Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Open to anyone and includes use of the entire gym and all of the equipment.
No registration necessary, walk ins always welcome!

Yoga in the Park
2026-07-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Rheault Farm, 2902 25th Street S
Yoga in the Park is a yearly event by the YMCA of the Northern Sky, Courts Plus Community Fitness, and Fargo Park District.

Open to all ages and levels.
Under 15s need adult supervision
Check Facebook for weather updates
Restrooms and water fountains available
No registration needed
Bring a mat and friends!
Suggested donation of $5
All proceeds go to local charities (Valley Senior Services & Livestrong at the Y)

FREE Summer Concert Series
2026-07-15 17:00 - 20:00 | First Lutheran Church
Wednesday NightsJune 10 – July 29First Lutheran Church: 619 Broadway N. Fargo, ND
Come picnic with us in the parking lot! Save these dates for one of our favorite traditions – FREE summer concerts sponsored by the First Lutheran Church Foundation. See you on Wednesday nights for food at 5 p.m. and concerts at 6 p.m. Food available for a charitable fee and goes to support First Lutheran mission partners. We’ll gather in the west parking lot for an evening of music, community, and summer fun!
June 10 – Post Traumatic Funk SyndromeMission Partner: Feed My Starving Children FargoPack Chicago dogs, chips, and a cookie.
June 17 – Brass InterferenceMission Partner: Heart n’ Soul Community Cafe Stay tuned for details!
June 24 – Heart and SoulMission Partner: Emergency Food Pantry Italian sausage/brats, pasta salad, chips, and dessert.
July 8 – Musical TheaterMission Partner: FMSC FargoPack Sloppy joes, chips, and a cookie.
July 15 – Gina Powers BandMission Partner: Heart n’ Soul Community Cafe Stay tuned for details!
July 22 – Worship BandsMission Partner: Churches United Kabobs, potato salad, chips, and dessert.
July 29 – Front Fenders ( and a car show!)Mission Partner: New Life Center Hot dogs/hamburgers, macaroni salad, chips, and a cookie.
Whether it’s your first time or a summer tradition, we’d love to see you at the concerts this summer!

Nerf Wars for Youth
2026-07-15 16:00 - 18:00 | Metro Rec Center, 3110 Main Ave, Fargo, North Dakota, 58103
Get ready to experience the heart-pounding world of Nerf Wars, where foam darts fly, alliances are formed, and epic battles take place! Three sessions are offered per date, Kindergarten – 2nd grade and 3rd – 6th grade. The battleground? Metro Rec Center should give us plenty of room to dodge obstacles, strategize with teammates, and celebrate a win!
Participation fee for each session is $19.00 and registration is separate for each date and on an individual basis! Hit up all your friends and sign up soon as spots are limited and sure to fill up fast!
Participants are welcome to bring their own Nerf gun if they’d like, with a limit of one per person. Battery-operated devices are not allowed. If you prefer not to bring your own, we will have Nerf guns available to use. Foam darts and eye protection will be provided by Fargo Parks. Please do not bring your own foam darts, they are not allowed.
Click the link to get registered: https://tinyurl.com/yt4tzpbn

Teen Hour at West Fargo Public Library
2026-07-15 14:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Public Library
This summer at the West Fargo Public Library, Wednesdays are for teenagers! Teens and tweens (ages 12 to 17) are invited to the library for special crafts, games, and other activities especially for them. These weekly sessions are free and open to the public. No registration is required. All supplies and instructions for projects and activities will be provided while supplies last.
Teen Time is part of this year’s Summer Boost program, which inspires people of all ages to keep reading and learning during the summer months. This year’s theme is Unearth a Story, exploring dinosaurs, paleontology, archeology, and the wonders of our world through our Summer Reading Challenge and 100+ special events like this one at the library and out in the community.

Popcorn Theatre - The Unlikely Pair
2026-07-15 13:30 - 14:00 | West Fargo Library-Satellite Location, 2515 6th St. E, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078

Parks Pop-In
2026-07-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Valley View Park, 5200 36th Ave S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58104
Parks Pop-In is bringing free family fun to neighborhoods across Fargo this summer! Join us for an afternoon of outdoor games, music, activities, and more as we pop into a different park every other week.
Here’s our schedule:
July 1 | 4:00-7:00 pm | Village West ParkJuly 15 | 1:00-4:00 pm | Valley View ParkJuly 29 | 4:00-7:00 pm | Madison Park & Bicycle PlaygroundAugust 12 | 1:00-4:00 pm | Brunsdale ParkAugust 26 | 4:00-7:00 pm | Jefferson Park
Bring your family, invite your neighbors, and enjoy a few hours of free summer fun at a park near you!

All-Access Splash
2026-07-15 12:00 - 19:00 | Davies Recreational Pool, United States
We’re making a splash all month long for National Parks & Recreation Month with All-Access Splash Days, presented by Town & Country Credit Union. Join us at a different Fargo Park District pool each week in July for free admission all day. Cool off, have fun, and make memories with your family and friends.
𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞:• Thursday, July 2 – Island Park Pool – 12:00-7:00 pm• Tuesday, July 7 – Southwest Recreation Pool – 12:00-7:00 pm• Wednesday, July 15 – Davies Recreation Pool – 12:00-7:00 pm• Monday, July 20 – Roger G. Gress Northside Pool – 12:00-7:00 pm• Tuesday, July 28 – Madison Pool – 12:00-4:00 pm
Free hot dogs and Coca-Cola beverages will be available at each afternoon session while supplies last starting at 12:00 pm.
𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲: Each pool has a maximum capacity and admission is first come, first served. Once capacity is reached, no additional guests will be allowed in until space becomes available.
• Island Park Pool (max cap. 1000)• Southwest Recreation Pool (max cap. 500)• Roger G. Gress Northside Pool (max cap. 350)• Davies Recreation Pool (max cap. 600)• Madison Pool & Splashpad (max cap. 150)
This community celebration is made possible through the generous support of Town & Country Credit Union. Let’s celebrate summer together!

Yoga on the Lawn with Mojo Fit Studios
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00 | The Lights at Sheyenne
Join us for FREE Yoga on the Lawn at The Lights! This vinyasa style yoga class is open to all ages and abilities. Class will incorporate breathe to movement and some deeper stretches for a balanced practice that supports body and mind. Please bring a mat (or towel), water, and your sunglasses.
We kindly ask for preregistration to properly plan and communicate any weather changes should they arise.

Ready to Read Storytime @ West Fargo Public Library
2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library
Join us for this free Storytime hour for kids 3 – 5 and their adults, where we read, write, talk, play, sing, and create together to practice early literacy skills.

Ready to Read Storytime at the West Fargo Public Library is designed to help preschoolers (ages 3 – 5) build the skills they need to become confident, independent readers through fun, engaging activities that kids and their grown-ups can enjoy together.
Each week, we explore a theme through books, songs, movement, crafts, and play. These activities support important early literacy skills, while also encouraging social-emotional growth, creativity, and self-expression.
Ready to Read Storytime is more than just reading together. It’s about helping kids build routines, make connections, and see how stories are part of the bigger world around them. Join us in a safe, welcoming space where learning is joyful and every child can grow through play and discovery.
Ready to Read Storytime is free and open to the public. No registration is required to participate in these events.

Storytime @ Moorhead Public Library
2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:30 | Moorhead Public Library, 450 Center Ave, Moorhead, MN, 56560
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime. Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, special guests and more! Storytime typically lasts for 45 minutes and is geared for children ages 3-6, although children of all ages are welcome to join the fun.

Ready to Read Storytime
2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library

Little Leapers
2026-07-15 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

Summer Storytime
2026-07-15 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
The Fargo Public Library offers storytime sessions available for families to spend quality time sharing stories, learning school-readiness skills, and preparing children for a lifetime love of reading. Through the use of age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays in a group setting, staff help parents and caregivers learn how to foster early literacy skills that prepare their children to learn to read – all while having super storytime fun! No pre-registration is required.
All sessions are open to children ages 2 – 6.
Main Library – June 9 through July 28
Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Carlson Library – June 10 through July 29
Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
For more information on this or any other library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or send Children’s Services an email.

Early Literacy / No Registration Required / Storytime / Summer Reading Program / Young Children

Storytime + Craft @ Moorhead Public Library
2026-07-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Moorhead Public Library, 450 Center Ave, Moorhead, MN, 56560
Help your child develop exceptional reading skills by bringing them to Storytime with a fun craft to follow. Join us for Storytime and a craft! Each week, we explore different themes with stories, songs, rhymes, flannel boards, and more! Storytime typically lasts for an hour and is geared for children ages 3-6, although children of all ages are welcome to join the fun. Craft supplies are provided free of charge.

Park Christian School Play Days at the Park
2026-07-14 18:00 - 19:30 | River’s Bend Park, 2548 1st St E, West Fargo, ND, 58078, United States
Free fun for the kiddos while you meet other moms and dads. Water and a light snack provided!

Library on Wheels at Shadow Wood Park
2026-07-14 17:30 - 19:00 | Shadow Wood Park
We’re bringing the library to you! Readers of all ages are invited to Library on Wheels stops at nine different parks this summer.

Find the West Fargo Public Library at local parks with the Library on Wheels van! Join us at a park near you to browse books, enjoy activities, play games, and more fun for all ages. If you have a West Fargo Public Library card you can check out books from any Library on Wheels stop! Don’t have a card yet? We can help.
View the full schedule of Library on Wheels stops.
Library on Wheels stops are part of this year’s Summer Boost program, which inspires people of all ages to keep reading and learning during the summer months. This year’s theme is Unearth a Story, exploring dinosaurs, paleontology, archeology, and the wonders of our world through our Summer Reading Challenge and 100+ special events like this one at the library and out in the community. Learn more about Summer Boost.
