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River Arts
2026-08-05 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Viking Ship Park
Five Summer Nights. One Unforgettable Experience.Moorhead Parks & Recreation’s RiverArts series brings together live music, community spirit, art, food, and fun along the scenic Red River at Viking Ship Park.
Join us for cultural performances, artist-led demonstrations and activities, inflatables, yard games, a photo station, Imagination Playground, interactive mural and more fun for everyone! Activities and opening performances begin at 5:30-6 pm, with headlining performances from 6-8 pm.
Purchase hot dogs, brats, soda and chips from the Moorhead Midday-Central Lions, and adult beverages from Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre and Swing Barrel Brewing Co. on varying evenings.
Bring a chair or blanket, enjoy the live music, activities, and engage with community organizations and vendors! Free admission to the Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County Museum throughout the event. Come enjoy the fun!
For more information, visit https://www.moorheadmn.gov/parks-rec/events/riverarts/
Learn more about Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County – The Great American Community Picnic: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GvdQFDdRe/————————————-Calling all artists, crafters, performers, food vendors, and creative spirits! RiverArts is built by the community, for the community. Help us make each night unforgettable.
Complete our online Interest Form today at: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx…

HAC Inflatable Event
2026-08-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-08-05 14:30 - 16:30 | Hulbert Aquatic Center
Join us for an exciting inflatable swim experience at the Hulbert Aquatic Center! Test your skills, race your friends, and have a blast on our giant pool inflatables. Whether you’re looking for a midweek activity or weekend fun, we’ve got a time slot for you!
Tuesday, August 4 Sessions – 2:30-4:30 and 5:00-7:00
Wednesday, August 5 Sessions – 2:30-4:30 and 5:00-7:00
Thursday, August 6 Sessions – 2:30-4:30 and 5:00-7:00
Friday, August 7 Sessions – 2:30-4:30 and 5:00-7:00
Ticket Price: $15.00 per participant Capacity: 100 participants per session

Ed Clapp Neighborhood Block Party
2026-08-05 16:00 - 19:00 | Ed Clapp Park, 2801 32nd Ave S, Fargo, North Dakota, 58103
Ed Clapp neighbors, enjoy a fun evening of music, food, games and more!
You are invited to an end of summer neighborhood block party hosted by your neighborhood in support of Folkways, a community-building nonprofit.
Ed Clapp Park 4 PM – 7 PM Wednesday, August 5
About Folkways:Folkways creates welcoming spaces where people come together through shared experiences, fostering connection, community, and a sense of belonging.
Discover more free and family friendly events throughout the summer at folkways.org

Teen Hour at West Fargo Public Library
2026-08-05 14:30 - 15:30 | West Fargo Public Library
Weekly activities for middle school and high school-aged students

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.

Yoga on the Lawn with Mojo Fit Studios
2026-08-05 12:50 - 15:50 | 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.

Popcorn Theatre: ALADDIN
2026-08-05 12:30 - 13:00 | Meadowlark Park, 8873 Lost River Rd, Horace, North Dakota, 58047
Popcorn Theatre is back with the last performances of the summer! Check out our FREE August production of “ALADDIN” during one of seven performances around town.Enjoy free popcorn and a free show at venues all around town!August 1 | 4pm | The Lights, West Fargo – KIDCHELLAAugust 3 | 10am | Maplewood Park, West FargoAugust 4 | 10am | Shadow Wood Park, West FargoAugust 5 | 12:30pm | Meadowlark Park, HoraceAugust 6 | 10am | Dakota Park, West FargoAugust 7 | 10am | Rustad Recreation Center, West FargoAugust 7 | 12pm | POW/MIA Plaza, West Fargo

Thanks to presenting sponsors, Alex Stern Family Foundation, 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.

Storytime
2026-08-05 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
2026-08-05 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.

Little Leapers
2026-08-05 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

Storytime + Craft
2026-08-04 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.

Drawing Animal Portraits
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:30 | Plains Art Museum
Bring your favorite animals to life with a pencil and paper! In this class, young artists will learn to capture fur, feathers, and expressions while exploring proportion, texture, and detail. Fun exercises and reference images help students observe closely and develop their own style, building confidence and creativity along the way—no prior experience needed.
Ages: 9-17$30 / $24 members
