August 19th, 2025
August 28, 6-8 p.m.
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N., Fargo
See this major exhibition firsthand and hear about Rimer Cardillo’s work from the artist himself at 7 p.m. Cardillo is an internationally renowned multidisciplinary artist. “For over five decades, Cardillo’s work has served as a powerful meditation on the interconnected forces of ecological collapse, cultural erasure, and political displacement,” a Plains Art Museum statement about his work reads. “His practice…
July 29th, 2025
Monday, August 11
Fargo Theatre, 314 N. Broadway, Fargo
“Saw The Musical” premiered Off-Broadway in the Fall of 2023, parodying the events of the first “Saw” film. It has been described as “a love story with fluidity (and lots more fluids).” Some may argue that the movie redefined the horror genre with its psychological horror and physical violence. This version will still leave you screaming…with laughter. Mature audiences only. Tickets available at JadePresents.com or at…
July 29th, 2025
Saturday, August 9, 2-10 p.m
Harold’s on Main, 1330 Main Ave., Moorhead
The first annual Bright Beneath Fest is a celebration of the eclectic sounds of our region, featuring 12 bands live on the Harold’s stage. Bright Beneath Fest features the talents of Benefactor, Zero Place,Pursuit, No Divinity, Mother,The Crary Method, Home State, Rana Danta, Smokebomb,Jantzonia, Durow and Dhejemke. The musical styles are diverse and the crowd will be too. This is an all ages event. More info at
July 21st, 2025
Friday, July 25, doors at 8:30 p.m.
Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 N. Broadway, Fargo
"This is what you need to know about Daikaiju,” said Kelly Weidman. “They're loud. They're all instrumental (duh). And they're the band to see if you want to experience surf rock at its most offensive." Daikaiju, The Kabuki mask wearing, Kaiju-themed surf punk band is coming back to Fargo to deliver a monster performance. The Midwest tour comes after gigs in Europe, Eastern Asia and across North…
July 15th, 2025
July 18-19, 25-26 and August 2-3
North Dakota Horse Park, 5180 19th Ave. N., Fargo
Ladies and gentlemen, prepare to place your bets — racing season is upon us! Not just horses will be racing this year; word on the street suggests Corgis will be racing one of the weekends too. In fact, there’s something for everyone this season. There’s a family day with games and activities for the kids, while Horses and Heroes day celebrates veterans, first responders and law enforcement. Casino…
May 28th, 2025
June 21, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.
Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N., Fargo
“We Watch Shudder,” Fargo’s favorite horror podcasters, bring on the darkness during the longest day of the year. The Darkest Day of Horror Film Festival features 12 hours of indie horror flicks for your viewing pleasure right and ready in the Fargo Theatre! These films are curated for horror fans by horror fans. Stay tuned to their Facebook page for updates. Learn more at www.wewatchshudder.com.
May 28th, 2025
June 5- August 10
The Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave. Moorhead
This juried group multidisciplinary exhibition of LGBTQIA+ artists arrives just in time for Pride month and extends all the way to FM Pride week in August. Visit therourke.org/2025prideentry for information.
May 19th, 2025
May 24-25, 1-4 p.m.
Yunker Farm & Dog Park, 1201 28th Avenue N., Fargo.
Who’s ready for a fun filled family friendly day of enchantment and imagination ignition? Kids of all ages file in for kite flying, a fairy parade, scavenger hunt, crafts and more. Create sidewalk art, build a fairy garden, explore the children’s garden and don’t forget to maximize the magical photo ops in your fairy best. Pics or it didn’t happen!
https://www.fargoparks.com/events-and-deadlines/fairy-fest
May 15th, 2025
Saturday, May 24, 7 p.m.
The Aquarium above Dempsey’s, 226 N. Broadway, Fargo
Be a part of a 20+ year tradition: ten bands enter The Aquarium and just one leaves with the ultimate prize — 300 cans of Hamm’s beer and the coveted championship belt. 2024 champs Rana Danta will ascend the stage to defend their title against nine new contenders including Boldmember, MΩTHER, Crucial Tauntaun, Grandma’s Side Piece, JURON, Scum Rag, Smokebomb, Vasantha and Zero Fret. Your vote determines…
May 12th, 2025
Saturday, May 17, 7- 9 p.m.
Spirit Room, 111 Broadway N., Fargo
Armed with a 12 string guitar, multi-octave voice and a mountain dulcimer, Claudia Schmidt combines story, song, poetry and a dash of theatre in a one-of-a-kind performance. With over 50 years of experience performing and writing under her belt, she recently released her 22nd album. The Francisco Bay Guardian wrote: “Schmidt’s shows are a lot like falling in love. You never know what’s going to happen next, chances are…
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By Bryce Vincent Haugen By his own account, Edwin Chinchilla is lucky to still be in the United States. As a 12-year-old Salvadoran, he and his brother were packed into a semi with a couple dozen other people and given fake…
By Michael M. Miller Rev. Salomon Joachim, pastor of Zion Lutheran Church, Beulah, North Dakota., delivered an address to the Western Conference of the Dakota District of the American Lutheran Church in 1939. His presentation was…
February 21, 6-8 p.m.Turtle River State Park, Arvilla, NDEnjoy a self-guided hike in the picturesque woods of Turtle River State Park. The trails will be lit with luminary candles. After the hike, warm those bones by the fire at…
By Sabrina HornungThe quote, "The Party told you to reject the evidence of your eyes and ears. It was their final, most essential command” from George Orwell’s iconic novel “1984” has come up in conversation more times than…
By Ed Raymond‘Dakota Attitude’ should be read by all North Dakota studentsI have been meaning to write about this book by James Puppe for several years, but the world has been in such a mess I thought I should write about …
By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com Holiday wine shopping shouldn’t have to be complicated. But unfortunately it can cause unneeded anxiety due to an overabundance of choices. Don’t fret my friends, we once again have you covered…
Friday, March 13, 4-10 p.m.Brewhalla, Fargo, 1702 1st Ave. N., FargoPolish up those dancing shoes and come hungry for this ticketed event you won’t want to miss. Expect unlimited samples paired with wine and beer from 20+…
Saturday, March 7, 7:30 p.m.Fargo Theatre, 314 N. BroadwayFM Opera’s Artistic Director and tenor Joshua Kohl will be sharing the stage with internationally-renowned tenors Anthony Ciaramitaro and Luke Norvell to perform a variety…
By Greg Carlson The great documentary filmmaker Laura Poitras had to work diligently to convince Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Seymour Hersh to be the subject of one of her films. Most accounts and reviews of “Cover-Up,”…
Saturday, March 7, 4-8 p.m.Swing Barrel Brewing, 814 Central Ave., MoorheadEmpty Bowls is a nationwide, grassroots, artist-led movement to support hunger related organizations in their communities. On March 7, prepare to fill your…
Saturday, January 31, 6:30-9 p.m.Transfiguration Fitness, 764 34th St. N., Unit P, FargoAn enchanting evening celebrating movement and creativity in a staff-student showcase. This is a family-friendly event showcasing pole, aerial…
By Annie Prafckeannieprafcke@gmail.com AUSTIN, Texas – As a Chinese-American, connecting to my culture through food is essential, and no dish brings me back to my mother’s kitchen quite like hotdish. Yes, you heard me right –…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comNew Jamestown Brewery Serves up Local FlavorThere’s something delicious brewing out here on the prairie and it just so happens to be the newest brewery west of the Red River and east of the…
By Ellie Liverani In January 2026, the 2026-2030 dietary guidelines for Americans were released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. They are supposed to be revolutionary and a “reset” from the previous ones.…
January 31, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.Viking Ship Park, 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead2026 marks 10 years of frosty fun! Enjoy sauna sessions with Log the Sauna, try Snowga (yoga in the snow), take a guided snowshoe nature hike, listen to live…
By Vern Thompson Benjamin Franklin offered one of the most sobering warnings in American history. When asked what kind of government the framers had created in 1787, he replied, “A republic, if you can keep it.” Few words…
