July 2025 Summer Events Calendar
May 12th, 2025
July means we're deep into summer and ready to find new ways to cool off, connect with our neighbors and have fun. Whether you want a road trip, a staycation or a way to shake yourself out of a midweek slump, these are our picks for the best events and attractions all month long.
Planning ahead? Check out our August 2025 Events Calendar too. (And here are our May events and our June calendar, if you missed them!)
The Unchosen Ones Exhibit Opening
July 1, Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead
R.J. Kern photos lift up kids at Minnesota county fairs who didn’t win. Opening 1-5 p.m.
Mandan Rodeo Days
July 2-4, Dale Pahlke Arena, Mandan
One of the nation’s oldest rodeos returns with exciting roping, riding and barrel racing action.
Opening Reception: Murray Lemley
July 3, Plains Art Museum, FargoCommemorate Murray Lemley’s photography exhibit with light refreshments at this free event.
Art in the Park Festival
July 3-4, Dykshoorn Park, Mandan
Shopping and entertainment include goods from crafters, artists, artisans and live music.
https://www.visitmandan.com/art-in-the-park-festival
Sertoma Fabulous Fourth and Fireworks
July 4, Sertoma Park and South Middle School, Grand Forks
A huge fireworks display, food, entertainment and thousands in prizes attract crowds.
https://www.gfsertoma.org/4th-of-july-celebration
Fireworks
July 4, Biesiot Activities Center, Dickinson
This patriotic fireworks show doubles as the Roughrider Days finale.
Independence Day Parade
July 4, Main Street, Mandan
This parade (with a theme that changes every year) has been a Mandan staple for generations.
4th of July Carnival Fun at Bonanzaville
July 4, Bonanzaville, West Fargo
Families love the food, free admission, a pie-eating contest, bouncy houses and activities.
Red River Valley Fair
July 4-13
The All American Rejects, Kane Brown and more + fair food + rides and games = summer fun.
https://www.redrivervalleyfair.com/
Christopher Paul Stelling
July 8, North Dakota Museum of Art, Grand Forks
Hear the soulful stylings of this Atlanta vocalist and guitarist live on the museum grounds.
RiverArts
July 9, Viking Ship Park, Moorhead
Art demos, games and performances by Heart and Soul and Fargo Folklorico pack the park.
ND Country Fest
July 9-12, New Salem
Come for camping, music from Sam Hunt, Cole Swindell, Gary Allen, Sara Evans and others.
https://www.ndcountryfest.com/
Post Traumatic Funk Syndrome
July 10, Moorhead Public Library
Don’t miss this regional favorite at a free, all-ages outdoor show.
Winnipeg Folk Festival
July 10-13, Birds Hill Provincial Park, Winnipeg
Multiple stages, magical camping and strong community anchor this 50-year-old music festival.
https://www.winnipegfolkfestival.ca/
Homefest 2025
July 11-13, Watford City
Connect with friends and sample food, art and music at this lively old…
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