Preschool Open Gym @ American Gold Gymnastics
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | 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.

Little Leapers @ Skyzone
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-25 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

TNT Preschool Open Gym
2026-02-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-02-27 08:30 - 09:30, 2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00 | 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.

Toddler Only Session @ KidCo
2026-02-27 09:00 - 10:30 | KidCo Children’s Museum, United States
Toddlers (3 & Under) can play for only $10 EVERY WEEKDAY!
Walk-ins welcome! Toddler Weekday Play has no time limit!

Family Ceramics: Piggy Bank
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:30 | Plains Art Museum
Co-create a functional clay piggy bank that celebrates saving, storytelling, and sculpting.
Minimum of one adult and one child$50 / $40 members

Fargo, North Dakota

Library Lair
2026-02-26 17:00 - 18:00 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
Teens and tweens age 10-18 are invited to the Library Lair for snacks, activities and hang out time. The Library Lair happens every Thursday from 5 to 6 p.m.* at the Dr. James Carlson Library. (January 8 – June 4). Activities will include robots, candy games, electronics, paper airplanes, and much more. NO registration is required.

A special Spring Break Library Lair is scheduled Thursday, March 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Dr. James Carlson Library.

Games / No Registration Required / STEM / Teens

Sensory Sensitive Session @ KidCo
2026-02-26 15:30 - 17:00 | KidCo Children’s Museum, United States
Less Kiddos,
Dimmer Lights,
Quiter Music

Teeter Tots Storytime
2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library
Littles and their grown-ups are invited to this station-based storytime session for little ones 18 months through 3 years

Teeter Tots Storytime is a weekly storytime experience for those between the ages of 18 months to 3 years. This unique station-based storytime session is a simple and fun way to introduce your young, energetic toddler to important early literacy skills that will help them succeed later in life. If your child is a little too advanced for our Baby Boost Storytime, but not quite ready to join the “big kids” at Ready to Read, this special storytime might be perfect for your family.
Teeter Tots Storytimes is free and open to the public. No registration is required to participate in these events.

Baby Bounce
2026-02-26 10:30 - 11:15 | Moorhead Public Library
Join us on Thursday mornings for songs, stories, and action poems for infants through preschoolers and their caregivers.
Don’t miss this weekly family literacy event! This program runs 30-45 minutes including community with other caregivers and playtime.

Day Time Play Time @ Fargo All Stars
2026-02-26 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

Open Gym @ Fargo All Stars
2026-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Fargo All Stars
$5 Open Gyms

Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm
Open to anyone and includes use of the entire gym and all of the equipment.
Walk ins welcome!

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026) @ Fargo Public Library - Carlson
2026-02-25 11:00 - 11:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
The Fargo Public Library has several storytime sessions available for families to spend quality time sharing stories, learning school-readiness skills, and preparing children for a lifetime 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.
Main Library – Jan. 26 to Apr. 6 (No Storytime Feb. 16)
Mondays at 10 a.m.
Mondays at 11 a.m.
Northport Branch – Jan. 27 to Apr. 7
Tuesdays at 10 a.m.
Carlson Library – Jan. 28 to Apr. 8
Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Wednesdays at 11 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 / Young Children

Storytime
2026-02-25 10:30 - 11:30 | Moorhead Public Library
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
2026-02-25 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 (Winter/Spring 2026) @ Fargo Public Library- Carlson
2026-02-25 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson

Storytime + Craft
2026-02-24 18:30 - 19:30 | Moorhead Public Library
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.

Family Reading Rumpus - Fabulous Fairy Tales
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Fargo Public Library (Main)
Let the reading rumpus begin! Designed for families to enjoy together, these interactive events invite children and parents to dive into the world of books through storytelling and hands-on activities. Create lasting memories and bond over stories – all before bedtime! Storytime/activities are geared towards ages 2 – 6, but children of all ages are welcome to attend.
For more information about this program, call Children’s Services at 701.241.1495 or email Children’s Services.

Early Literacy / Families / No Registration Required / Storytime

Crafternoons @ Fargo Public Library- Northport
2026-02-24 15:00 - 16:30 | Fargo Public Library – Northport
Makers ages 15 and younger are welcome to stop by the Carlson or Northport Libraries twice a month to get their craft on! Crafts will be available the 2nd and 4th weeks of the month. During the scheduled weeks, the fun begins at 3 p.m. and keeps going until 4:30 so join us (note the same project will be presented at both locations). All materials provided.
Thank you to the Friends of the Fargo Public Library for their generous support of the Crafternoons program!
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.

Craft / Families / No Registration Required

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026) @ Fargo Public Library- Northport
2026-02-24 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library – Northport

Tuesdays for Toddlers at the Plains Art Museum
2026-02-24 09:30 - 11:00 | Plains Art Museum
Exciting news! We’re going on a field trip to the Plains Art Museum! A time for young children and their grown-ups to foster creativity and imagination through Librarian-led stories and songs and hands-on art activities provided by Museum Staff. Each month we will offer a unique theme and a new art project for kids to create and take home. Suggested for children ages 2 to 5. Register at www.plainsart.org for the current month. Stories and art project repeat during the month.
Plains Art Museum at 9:30 a.m.
704 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102
Thank you to the Friends of the Fargo Public Library for their generous support of the Crafternoons program!
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.

Craft / Early Literacy / Registration Required / Summer Reading Program / Young Children

Toddler Tuesday @ WRTS
2026-02-24 09:00 - 11:00 | We Rock the Spectrum
TODDLER TUESDAY IS HERE!

Calling all parents of little ones! Every Tuesday is specially designed for our smallest rockstars!

Drop in anytime from 9-11am
Ages 4 & under
Just $10+tax for up to 2 hours of play!

Let your toddlers climb, explore, and burn off that endless energy in a safe, fun environment made just for them! No reservation needed – just show up and play!

Crafternoons @ Fargo Public Library-Carlson
2026-02-23 15:00 - 16:30 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson

Monday Matinee at West Fargo City Hall
2026-02-23 13:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Library-Satellite Location, 2515 6th St. E, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
A free movie screening experience at City Hall, hosted by the West Fargo Public Library.
These events are free and open to the public. However, please consider the posted movie ratings when choosing which films to attend.
Film presentations licensed through Movie Licensing USA – Swank Motion Pictures.

Storytime (Winter/Spring 2026)
2026-02-23 11:00 - 11:30, 2026-02-23 10:00 - 10:30 | Fargo Public Library (Main)

Solar System Explorers: Tour 2 - Rocky Planets (Space Cadets)
2026-02-22 15:00 - 16:00 | MSUM Planetarium
Saturdays: Twinkle Tots Session (ages 3-6 yrs)
Sundays: Space Cadets Session (ages 7 & up)
Grab your space passport and adventure with us to the far-off reaches of our Solar System. This program will visit different planets each month. Solar System Explorers will be able to fill in their passports along the way and earn their very own solar system explorers patch at the completion of their journey. Visit each planet and get a planet sticker for your passport. Fill in all the planets and you become an official Solar System Explorer! Each month will feature different planets to visit, but we will also take a look at what is up in our sky for that month.
Tour 2 (Feb 21 & 22) – And we’re off! Let’s go visit the ROCKY planets in our Solar System, starting with the planet closest to our star, Mercury! We will also tour Venus, stop and take a look at our own Earth, and end up on Mars!
Tour 3 (Mar 28 & 29) – Up next, the GAS GIANTS! Let’s see just what is so special about the largest planets in our Solar System! Why do they look the way they do? What are they made of? We will visit Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, & Neptune.
Tour 4 (April 25 & 26) – Last but not least, we have the DWARF Planets! Pluto is one of the most well known of the dwarf planets in our Solar System, but there are several more! We can also check out the asteroid belt and some of the more interesting moons around other planets.
If you have successfully completed ALL FOUR TOURS, you will be awarded the Solar System Explorer Certificate and badge. Congratulations! You are now officially a Solar System Explorer!
**Please see MSUM Box Office for admission prices**

Moorhead SkiSparks Club Meet Up
2026-02-22 14:00 - 15:30
Moorhead SkiSparks club is an independent, volunteer led group of like-minded youth, families and adults that come together to celebrate winter through cross-country skiing and community. We envision a world passionate about access to outdoor recreation, winter and lifelong health for all. Each Sunday afternoon in January and February, we teach children foundational cross-country or Nordic ski skills, and explore an area park on skis.
