FREE Outdoor Mat Pilates | Club Pilates @ The Lights
2026-07-20 16:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | The Lights at Sheyenne
Join us for a fun & FREE outdoor flow with an instructor from Club Pilates @ The Lights in West Fargo!
All levels welcome – just bring your mat & good energy!
RSVP on Eventbrite!

"Wicked" Crafts for Teens
2026-07-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
Are you a Glinda or an Elphaba, or both? Work on themed crafts inspired by the “Wicked” movies while listening to the soundtrack.
For more information about this or any other Fargo Public Library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children’s Services.

Craft / Movies / No Registration Required / Summer Reading Program / Teens

Family Movie @ West Fargo Public Library
2026-07-20 13:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Public Library
This summer, Monday Matinees will include films related to the Summer Boost program theme: “Unearth a Story.” In July, we are opening the program to viewers of all ages and showing family-friendly dinosaur films! 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 popcorn, while supplies last.

Sensory Friendly Play at Gathered FM!
2026-07-20 12:00 - 15:00 | Gathered FM Play Cafe, 705 13th Ave N, Fargo, North Dakota, 58102
comfortable.inclusive.calm environment — yet still fun!
3 hours for $14/child or $6 for 1 hour of play!Optional to attend our music class — $129 for the summer or $25 each drop in class!

DinoSoars! Change Over Time at the MSUM Planetarium
2026-07-20 10:00 - 11:00 | MSUM Planetarium
Perhaps the most astounding discovery about dinosaurs is that they are still around today – and not just in the movies. Birds are living dinosaurs! Follow the story of Malkia, a museum paleontologist, as she explores fascinating connections between birds and dinosaurs. Activities will follow. This program is open to all ages. Due to space limitations, pre-registration of all attendees (children and adults) is required and opens July 6.
For more information about this or any other Fargo Public Library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children’s Services.

Families / Registration Required / STEM / Summer Reading Program

Popcorn Theatre - The Unlikely Pair
2026-07-20 10:00 - 10:30 | POW/MIA Plaza
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.

Library on Wheels at Dakota Park
2026-07-20 09:00 - 10:30 | Dakota Park
We’re bringing the library to you! Find the Library on Wheels at your favorite parks this summer with books, games, and more fun for all ages.

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.

Home Free: Highway & High Seas Tour
2026-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Fargo Theatre
Home Free: Highways & High Seas Tour comes to the Fargo Theatre on Sunday, July 19. Local presale runs tomorrow, April 30, from 10AM-10PM using code FARGO2026 at → bit.ly/49bz8X6.

All Ages | Doors at 6PM | Show at 7PM

All-vocal Country entertainers Home Free have made their mark on the music scene, racking up over 720,000 album equivalents globally; embarking on major international tours; amassing 860+ MILLION views and over 1.8 MILLION Subscribers on YouTube; and being declared “Country music fans’ favorite a cappella group” (Taste of Country).

Home Free has posted seven Top 3 albums in the U.S., starting with their Crazy Life (2014) debut, released after winning NBC’s fourth season of The Sing Off, including 2022 #1 on Billboard’s Current Country Albums chart, So Long Dixie, followed by As Seen On TV (2023), Crazy(er) Life (2024), and Challenge the Sea (2025). The band continues recording and touring nationwide on a near constant basis.

With praise rolling in from the likes of Billboard, Rolling Stone, FOX & Friends and American Songwriter the extraordinary showmen have continued to build a loyal fanbase with their harmony-laden versions of hits by John Mayer, Blake Shelton, Keith Urban, the Oak Ridge Boys, and more.

Join us for a perfect evening mixed with upbeat, Nashville-dipped pop hits, country and western standards, incredible harmony, and quick witted humor.

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Thirteen the Musical
2026-07-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-07-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Concordia College, 901 8th St S, Moorhead, MN
Gooseberry Park Players presents Thirteen the Musical! This high-energy production follows teens as they navigate friendships, choices and growing up. More than 40 local students are part of the cast and technical crew.
Performances will be held in the Frances Frazier Comstock Theatre on the Concordia College campus. We will offer an ASL-interpreted performance on Friday, July 17. All seats are reserved, and VIP seating is available.
Gooseberry Park Players provides an educational, multigenerational and fee-free summer theatre experience for youth age 11 through graduating high school seniors.

Pricing:
Adult: $21
Child: $13

FM RedHawks Baseball Game
2026-07-19 13:00 - 15:30, 2026-07-18 18:00 - 20:30 | Newman Outdoor Field
Come cheer on the Fargo-Moorhead Redhawks as they play at Newman Outdoor Field!

🎉 5 & Under Dance Party! 🎶
2026-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Events 4 All, 723 NP Ave, Fargo, ND, 58102, United States
Have kids who love to dance? Bring them out for a fun-filled dance party just for the little ones!
✨ Featuring music from:
Huntrix
Bluey
Danny Go
And other popular kid-favorite tunes!
July 19th
1:00 – 3:00
Events 4 All
723 Northern Pacific Ave
Fargo ND, 58102
💃 Perfect for ages 5 and under
💲 $5 per child
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Adults get in free!
Get ready for a high-energy, kid-friendly dance party your little ones won’t want to miss!

FIFA World Cup Watch Party
2026-07-19 13:00 - 15:00 | 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

Popcorn Theatre - The Unlikely Pair
2026-07-19 12:30 - 13:00 | Broadway Square, 201 Broadway, Fargo, ND

Red River Market
2026-07-19 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.

Little Leapers
2026-07-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-18 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

Neon Nights @ NRG
2026-07-18 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 and Saturday from 8PM
– 10PM
$29.95

Glow Jump
2026-07-18 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-07-17 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+

Fae Circus by FM Aerial & Movement Arts
2026-07-18 18:00 - 21:00 | Gooseberry Mound Park
FM Aerial & Movement Arts presents:
Fae Circus
Fairies climb high on aerial silks. Forest creatures spin and flip in hoops suspended in the air. Support local circus performers as they take you on a journey to the land of the Fae.
An aerial arts showcase featuring FM Aerial adult and youth students performing on aerial silks, aerial hoop (lyra) and lollipop lyra. Also featuring floorwork performances by FlowState Entertainment and MinDak Belly Dance!
Dates: Thursday July 16 and Saturday July 18
Time: Show starts at 6:30 pm, seating begins at 6:00 pm
Venue: Gooseberry Park Large Shelter, Moorhead, MN
Tickets: Suggested donation of $15 per person, collected at the door.
More information: fmaerial.com/showcase

Dungeons & Dragons One Shot Adventure
2026-07-18 14:30 - 18:00 | Code Ninjas, 4480 23rd Ave S., Suite E, Fargo, ND, 58078
Calling all young adventurers! Join us on Saturday, July 18th, from 2:30–6:00 PM for an epic D&D one-shot session. Kids will become heroes, battle monsters, solve puzzles, and complete a thrilling quest—perfect for both beginners and experienced players!
Cost: $40 Only 10 available—register now before they’re gone! Bonus: Each participant receives a dice set! Special Offer: If your child decides to join our 12-week D&D Club, the $40 session fee will be applied toward the club registration!

Open Hours at MSUM Oceanarium
2026-07-18 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.

Fargo Masonic Vendor & Craft Show
2026-07-18 11:00 - 15:00 | Fargo Masonic Center, 1405 3rd St N, Fargo, ND, 58102, United States
Come to the vendor & craft show and support small businesses. The show will be from 11-3 and lunch will be served from 11-1. It all takes place at the Fargo Masonic Center, 1405 3rd St N Fargo. If you want to be a vendor, send an email to fargomasoniccenter@gmail.com

Corgi Races
2026-07-18 11:00 - 14:00 | North Dakota Horse Park
The return of the corgi’s. Adorable and thrilling races featuring our favorite short-legged furry friends as they compete for a spot in the finals. Free Parking. 17 and under free. Gates open at 11am. Band – A Gentleman and a Scholar

2026 Downtown Fargo Street Fair
2026-07-18 10:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Fargo
The Downtown Fargo Street Fair is turning 50 and we’re ready to celebrate
Join us in beautiful Downtown Fargo for three full days of food, shopping, music, and community at one of the region’s largest and longest-running events. Every year, the Street Fair welcomes hundreds of vendors and more than 100,000 visitors from across the country.
Stroll the streets and browse unique vendors, enjoy food from every region, sip local wines and beers, and take in live music and entertainment all weekend long. Whether you’ve been coming for decades or it’s your first time, the 50th Annual Downtown Fargo Street Fair is one you won’t want to miss!

Dino-Mite Family Puzzle Challenge
2026-07-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Fargo Public Library (Main)
Get ready to piece together a roaring good time! Families are invited to join our Dino-Mite Puzzle Challenge, where teamwork is key and every piece brings you closer to prehistoric glory.
Work together to complete a dinosaur-themed, 350-piece puzzle. Whether you’re a speedy “Tyranno-solver Rex” or a careful “Stego-stitcher,” there’s a role for every dino-mite team member. Expect laughter, a little friendly competition, and plenty of wonderful moments as you race to see who can put the past back together the fastest. Perfect for families with school-age kids. Families are welcome to bring a puzzle or two to exchange. Teams can consist of no more than 4 members. Register beginning July 1 by calling 701.241.1495.
For more information about this or any other Fargo Public Library program, please call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children’s Services.

Families / Registration Required / Summer Reading Program

Little Sliders Club
2026-07-18 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!

The Market @ West Acres
2026-07-18 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
