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Glow Jump @ Skyzone
2026-05-09 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-08 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago) | 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+

Kids’ Night Out | Courts Plus
2026-05-09 16:30 - 19:30 | Courts Plus, 3491 University Dr S, Fargo, ND
Details:

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!

Parents Night Out | Schlossman YMCA
2026-05-09 16:30 - 19:30 | Schlossman YMCA, 4243 19th ave S, Fargo, ND, 58103, United States
Ages 6 weeks – 14 years | 4:30 – 7:30 pm | Sat
Parents – need a night away from the kids? Take a well-deserved break and at the same time feel confident that your little ones are safe and having the time of their lives interacting in physical activities and games. They will have a blast in places like the Aquatic Center (Fercho), Climbing Wall (Schlossman), Gymnasium, PlayTown, and more! There’s an option to add a healthy meal for $7/child as well.
Please register at least one week in advance – it helps us with planning!

Members $20/child
Non-members $30/child – Call 701.293.9622 for a discount.
$5 discount for an additional child

3rd Annual Taco Feed--Harwood
2026-05-09 16:30 - 19:00 | Harwood Community Center, United States
May 9th is our 3rd Annual Taco Feed! Come on out and get some tacos, meet the people of our area and members of our Department and help support our Fire Department.

Family Printmaking: Screen Printing
2026-05-09 13:00 - 16:00 | Plains Art Museum
Explore color, pattern, and collaboration through hands-on screen printing.
Minimum of one adult and one child$50/$40 members

A Mother's Day Candle + Collage Workshop with Free Soul Candle Co. & Artist Nichole Rae
2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Brewhalla, United States
A Mother’s Day Candle + Collage Workshop
Join Sam of Free Soul Candle Co. and Artist Nichole Rae for a collaborative workshop that weaves together candle making, affirmations, and collage.
Create a 12 oz custom soy candle and design a matching vessel and ceramic trivet using positive affirmations. Personalize your candle with your choice of scents, botanicals, crystals, and a touch of shimmer—each piece crafted to reflect your unique energy. All materials are thoughtfully sourced, using pure soy wax and naturally derived fragrance and essential oil blends, always free from parabens, phthalates, and harmful toxins.
The Experience
With Sam, you will:
Choose your scent profile and select from a variety of add-ins, including dried flowers, crystals, and subtle sparklePrepare your vessel and properly set your wickBlend fragrances into warm soy wax and pour your candleLearn best practices for burning and caring for your candle to ensure longevity and optimal scent
With Artist Nichole Rae, you will:
Be guided through a signature collage practicePersonalize your candle vessel and ceramic trivet using curated papers, affirmations, and mixed media elementsReceive creative guidance and inspiration throughout the process
You will leave with a handcrafted candle and trivet—each infused with intention—to bring warmth and inspiration into your space.
This workshop is Sat, May 9 1pm at the Unglued Craftatorium at Brewhalla – 1702 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102 (attached to Drekker Brewing – you’ll find this workshop room on Brewhalla’s 2nd floor!). Ages middle school to adult. Each attendee must be a ticket holder.
Your registration includes: supplies and instruction for your project!
Find more workshops to get crafty with HERE – https://www.ungluedmarket.com/unglued-workshops
Refund policy: We know plans can change! If you need to change plans please email us at craftatorium@ungluedmarket.com at least 72 hours prior to workshop start to receive a full refund. After that we don’t give refunds as supplies are already purchased unless if we are able to utilize a wait list based on demand, but you can transfer it to another person!
Please note a minimum of 8 participants is required so if we don’t reach that by 24 hours prior to the event you will be notified by email and refunded.

Awesome Art Afternoon
2026-05-09 13:00 - 15:00 | Yunker Farm and Dog Park, 1201 28th Ave N, Fargo, North Dakota, 58102
Get Creative at Awesome Art Afternoon!
Join us for a fun and inspiring afternoon, perfect for artists of all ages! Explore your creativity with a variety of crafts. You bring the talent, we’ll take care of the supplies and mess!
Location: Yunker Farm Park – Farm House
Great for ages pre-K and older! Adult supervision is required for younger participants, and staff will be available at each table to assist.
Bring your imagination, make new friends, and enjoy a fantastic afternoon of art and fun. We can’t wait to see what you create!
Learn more: https://www.fargoparks.com/…/awes…/awesome-art-afternoon

Parade of Homes Spring Edition
2026-05-09 12:00 - 17:00 | Fargo/Moorhead
The Building Industry Association of the RRV invites you to the Parade of Homes Spring Edition 2026!
It’s the first two weekends in May + Mondays and offers a scattered-site tour of newly built homes across six communities.
Dates: May 2-4 and 9-11Hours: Noon – 5 p.m. Sat/Sun and 3 – 7 p.m. Mon
The official event magazine will be available free of charge at all Hornbacher’s April 27.
Since its inception in the fall of 1961, this community event has been a pillar of our region, rooted in the vision of local trendsetters in the construction industry. Over the decades, the Parade has grown into a celebration of craftsmanship and creativity, reflecting the spirit of home building in our community.
ADMISSIONAdmission is free to most homes. There is a $5 ticket to visit both luxurious featured homes by Hawthorne Custom Homes and Klein Custom Homes: use cash or Venmo to purchase your ticket at either home.
PARADEFM.COMVisit paradefm.com to see maps plus more. The site is mobile ready for you to tap into driving directions, photos, video links, participant bios and home descriptions. Home listings will be live in mid-April.
MOTHER’S DAY BINGOBack for the third year, we’re turning the Parade of Homes Spring Edition into a fun-filled bingo adventure! Since Mother’s Day is during the Parade, we’ve curated three special giveaway bundles. Read more in the magazine or at paradefm.com!
THANK YOU SPONSORS!*Title sponsor: Fargo Glass & Paint Company with Novatech*Development Sponsor: Rivers Edge, Cub Creek, Hampton Place*Choice Sponsors: First International Bank and Trust | Forum Communications Printing*Appliance Sponsor: Rigels*Moving Sponsor: Two Men and a Truck*Painting & Drywall Sponsor: Weyer Companies

Open Hours at MSUM Oceanarium
2026-05-09 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.

Next Chapters: Book Explorers Storytime (K - 3rd Grade)
2026-05-09 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library
A unique storytime opportunity for young readers in grades K – 3.

Next Chapters: Book Explorers is an elevated storytime for kids in Kindergarten through Third Grade that introduces new and early readers to books that will help them continue to make successful steps in their reading journey. Easy Readers, Non-Fiction Picture Books, and Chapter Book series will be focused on in these sessions.

Mother's Day at Holland's
2026-05-09 10:00 - 18:00 | Holland’s, 420 University Dr N, Fargo, ND
Join us this weekend as we celebrate Mom! Gorgeous flowers, plants, and all the pretty things that moms want. We will have Face painting from 11AM-2PM on Sunday! We are serving complimentary Prosecco & Sparkling Lemonade Sunday and kids can paint and plant a pot for Mom on Sunday. Specials throughout the weekend. Open Saturday 10-6 & Sunday 11-5. This event is free and open to everyone.

2nd Annual Dilworth Kite Festival
2026-05-09 10:00 - 14:00 | Bob Marshall Fields, Dilworth, Minnesota
Its the 2nd Annual Dilworth Kite Festival!!!May 9th, 2026 from 10 am – 2 pm at Bob Marshall FieldShow kite demonstrations by the Wings on Strings Kite Club.
* Free kites to the first 300 kids* Free face painting by Face the Rainbow* Lots of food trucks*Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets to make it a fun family picnic day
Watch for updates on our event page!

Mother's Day Event @ Sliced Bakeshop & Luncheonette
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Sliced Bakeshop & Luncheonette, 1523 University Dr. S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58103
Celebrate mom and all she does for us with this pop-up vendor show event specifically designed with mother’s in mind. From sweet treats to jewelry, natural skin care, yard ornaments, and even handmade bags!

Apple Tree Pruning Workshop
2026-05-09 10:00 - 13:00 | Orchard Glen Park, 802 Orchard Park Dr, Fargo, North Dakota, 58104
Learn how to prune apple or fruit trees and get them ready for their summer growing season!
Join Jim Walla, owner of Northern Tree Specialties, and Sam DeMarais, Fargo Park District Forester, for a live demonstration and tutorial. Topics of this workshop include tools and equipment, general pruning for tree health and maintenance, pruning of cherry, plum and pear trees as well as grafting apple trees. We hope to see you at Orchard Glen Park.
All ages are welcome. This is a FREE workshop but we ask all attendees to register prior to attending.
This is a free class but 𝙥𝙧𝙚-𝙧𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙞𝙨 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙙. All ages are welcome. See you at Orchard Glen Park, May 9 from 10:00 am-1:00 pm.
Register online at https://registration.planningpod.com/?ssid=MTc4ODk1Mg%3D%3D

PAWS for Reading
2026-05-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Fargo Public Library (Main)
Our furry friends from Pet Partners of the Red River Valley are here for another season of reading fun at the library. Reading Therapy pets are available on the second Saturday of each month (through May) to listen to children practice their reading in a relaxed, informal setting. Kids in Kindergarten to 6th grade are invited to register for a 15-minute session with one of our non-judgmental listeners. Sessions begin at 10 a.m.. Bring your own books to read or choose from a selection of library books.
Call the Children’s Services desk at 701.241.1495 to register for the current month.
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.

Registration Required / School Age

Mother's Day Weekend at SheyWest
2026-05-09 09:00 - 17:00 | SheyWest, 225 40th Ave West, West Fargo, ND
Come make some memories during Mother’s Day weekend at SheyWest! Enjoy spending time outdoors while strolling through our garden center & shopping for beautiful plants & outdoor flowers.
➳ Enjoy your morning coffee fix at The Watering Can (our adorable coffee trailer!)
➳ Treat yourself to new permanent jewelry by Honey Disco Permanent Jewelry.
➳ Bring your littles to play on the putting green, see the butterfly house and outdoor paint station, play in sensory bins & explore the garden areas.
➳ Take some cute photos with your family in our designated photo spots.
➳ Enjoy live music all weekend long.
More details to come!!

Celebrate Mom at SheyWest
2026-05-09 09:00 - 17:00 | SheyWest, 225 40th Ave West, West Fargo, ND
Come make some memories with Mom during Mother’s Day weekend at SheyWest! Enjoy spending time outdoors while strolling through our garden center & shopping for beautiful plants & flowers.
Enjoy your morning coffee fix at The Watering Can (our adorable coffee trailer!) and treat yourself to some permanent jewelry.
Bring your littles to play on the putting green, see the butterfly house and outdoor paint station, play in sensory bins & explore the garden areas.
Take some cute photos with your family in our designated photo spots.
Enjoy live music all weekend long and celebrate mom with us!

Community Presbyterian Church Rummage Sale
2026-05-09 09:00 - 14:00 | Community Presbysterian Church-West Fargo, 702 Sheyenne St, West Fargo, North Dakota, 58078
We’re ONE MONTH Away – Donations Needed! Community Presbyterian Church in West Fargo is just one month away from our annual Rummage Sale on Saturday, May 9th, and we need your help to make it a success!We are currently accepting donations of gently used: Clothing Books Household items Toys & moreNow is the perfect time to clean out those closets and storage spaces and give your items a second life All proceeds from the sale will go directly toward supporting our church missions.If you have items to donate or questions about drop-off times, please reach out at 701-282-4135 or message us here!Thank you for helping us serve others and make an impact in our community—we truly couldn’t do it without you!

Little Leapers @ Skyzone
2026-05-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-05-08 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

Permission to Pause: A Caregiver Reset
2026-05-09 08:30 - 12:00 | Beyond Boundaries Therapy Services, 3224 51st S S, Fargo, ND, 58104, United States
You deserve a moment to pause, and take time to care for you.

Join us at Beyond Boundaries Therapy & Wellness for a FREE morning designed for YOU – the caregiver. Moms, dads, grandparents, and any other caregivers are welcome to attend.

This is event is focused on caregivers of children with special needs.

Beyond Boundaries Therapy & Wellness, 3244 51st St S
Saturday, May 9th 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Event Highlights:Breakout sessions focused on mental health/stress, nutrition, self-care, and more.Resources from local wellness businessesSwag bagsCoffee and connection

The goal of this event is to give you moments of peace, reflection, and learn more about how to take care of you, the caregiver.

This event is FREE to attend, but spots are limited. So please register at the link below to save your spot!https://forms.office.com/r/LCrShDuCQL

Limited childcare spots are available!

Go Beyond Preschool & Childcare is located inside Beyond Boundaries, and they have limited spots for childcare available at $40 per child. Please use the form above to register for a spot for childcare (please arrive at 8:00 a.m. if utilizing childcare).

We hope to see you there, taking some time for YOU!

Fargo Birding Festival
2026-05-09 07:00 - 11:00 | Forest River Park
Join the Fargo Park District and Audubon Great Plains on World Migratory Bird Day for a morning of birds and binoculars in beautiful south Fargo. The Fargo Birding Festival is held in Forest River Park, which is designated as an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society and Birdlife International, joining a global network of the most important sites for birds.All skill levels are welcome and no registration is required for this free and family-friendly event. Join us and learn about birding from knowledgeable bird guides, courtesy of Audubon Great Plains. A limited number of binoculars are available for use at the event. In addition, there will be kid-friendly activities, mist netting demonstrations, and snacks & shirts provided by the Fargo Park District (while supplies last).

Parent's Night Off @ WRTS
2026-05-08 17:30 - 20:30 | We Rock the Spectrum
Parents enjoy the night off–kids enjoy a night of open play, games, crafts and pizza!
ages 3+ and must be potty trained.
$35 per child and $20 per additional sibling

Free Friday Movies - Spring 2026
2026-05-08 13:00 - 15:00 | Fargo Public Library – Carlson
Join us for free movies and popcorn on the second Friday of the month (January-May) at the Dr. James Carlson Library. All Free Friday Movies start at 1 p.m. Adults must accompany children age 9 and younger.
Upcoming dates and film titles:
January 9: Elio (PG)
February 13: Freakier Friday (PG)
March 13: Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale (PG)
April 10: The Fantastic Four: First Steps (PG-13)
May 8: Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere (PG-13)

All Ages

Baby Boost Storytime
2026-05-08 10:30 - 11:30 | West Fargo Public Library
This special storytime is designed for little ones under the age of 2 and their grown-ups.

Intended for children 2 and under and their adults, Baby Boost Storytime is a simple and fun way to introduce your young child to important early literacy skills that will help them succeed later in life. During Baby Boost, we read books, move around, play with sensory toys, socialize with new friends (parents too!) and have fun. Baby Boost Storytime is free and open to the public.

Preschool Open Gym @ American Gold Gymnastics
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00 | American Gold Gymnastics
Preschool open gym every Friday from 10-11am

TNT Preschool Open Gym
2026-05-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-08 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.

Dear NICU Mama Celebrate Courage Gala
2026-05-07 18:00 - 20:00 | The 44, 15 Main Ave., Colfax, North Dakota, 58018
Celebrate Courage is Dear NICU Mama’s signature fundraising event, an evening dedicated to honoring the strength, resilience, and love of NICU families. This intentional gathering brings our community together to celebrate powerful stories of hope while raising vital funds to sustain our mission.

​Through your support, Dear NICU Mama is able to provide peer support, meaningful resources, and connection to NICU mothers and families across the country. By attending Celebrate Courage, you are not only showing up for an unforgettable evening, but standing alongside NICU families and helping ensure no NICU mom walks this journey alone.
We would love to have you join us!

Tickets & Additional Info: https://www.dearnicumama.com/celebrate-courage
