Best Bets | May 16th, 2024
Don't forget to check out our May-June and July 2024 calendars too.
Music and Art in the Park
August 1, Cavalier City Park, Cavalier
Watch the talent show, music from Whiskey Wheeler, food vendors and kids’ games.
https://www.ndtourism.com/cavalier/events/festivals-fairs/music-art-park
FM Kicks Band Concert
August 1, Jamestown Art Park, Jamestown
Free event, live jazz in the open air
https://fmkicksband.com/concerts/
Deuce of August
August 1-4, Mountain
Celebrating Icelandic Midwestern culture with music and food, a tractor and pickup pulling contest and parade. This is the 125th annual gathering.
Ray Grain Palace Days
August 2-4, Ray
This community celebration is headlined by the Kentucky Headhunters and Confederate Railroad.
https://www.facebook.com/RayGPDays/
Kidchella
August 3, The Lights, West Fargo
Family-friendly music, face-painting, crafts, and activities for the coolest kiddos.
https://www.westfargoevents.com/event/kidchella-4/
Joe Eagen Author Event
August 3, Ferguson Books, West Fargo
Meet the Minnesota writer behind the novel, “Run to Rio.”
Sheyenne Riverfest
August 3, Valley City
Paddle the river, enjoy the outdoors, shop and snack
https://www.facebook.com/SheyenneRiverFest/
Maah Daah Hey 100 Mountain Bike Race
August 3, south of Watford City
Ride the state’s most storied single-track trail through the Little Missouri National Grassland.
https://www.experienceland.org/maah-daah-hey-100-copy
North Dakota Renaissance Fair
August 3-4, 10-11, Red River Valley Fairgrounds, West Fargo
Feasting, jousting, juggling, music, and shopping. Period costumes make it even more fun.
https://www.redrivervalleyfair.com/p/events/nd-renaissance-fair
Capital A’Fair
August 3-4, North Dakota State Capitol Grounds, Bismarck
Over 120 artists and craft vendors, food vendors, inflatables for the kiddos, art demos and two classic car shows. The event turns 50 this year.
FM Kicks Band Jazz Festival
August 4, Gooseberry Park, Moorhead
Enjoy live music in shady surroundings.
https://fmkicksband.com/concerts/
Willy Wonka Kids
August 6, Discovery Middle School, Fargo
Trollwood Children’s Theatre presents the tale of one very mysterious chocolate factory.
RiverArts
August 6, Viking Ship Park, Moorhead
Printmaking, dunk tank, tunes by Heather and Thistle Pipes and Drums and The Front Fenders.
Grand Cities Celebration
August 6, Town Square, Grand Forks
Grand Forks Police Department hosts demonstrations, food trucks, live music and more.
https://www.instagram.com/p/C2-Ra6JPipe/
Stray Cats Summer Tour
August 8, Bluestem Amphitheatee, Moorhead
Rockabilly never sounded so good.
https://jadepresents.com/event/2024-stray-cats-moorhead/
Summer Nights on Central
August 8, Central Avenue, Valley City
Hit the streets for shopping, prizes, live music, food vendors, and games.
https://www.valleycitytourism.com/summernights
Night Bazaar
August 8, Moorhead
Savor a magical evening of food, music, art, and magical vendors and entertainment on the waterfront by American Crystal Sugar.
https://www.folkways.org/nightbazaar
FM Pride
August 8-11, Fargo-Moorhead
Connect with community at one of the largest Pride celebrations in the region.
Best of the West Ribfest
August 9, Main Street, Watford City
Get fired up for great ribs, a street fair and car show.
https://www.watfordcitychamber.com/event/best-of-the-west-ribfest/
Lorrie Morgan
August 9, Fargo Theatre
This country superstar has been touring and making music for 47 years.
https://jadepresents.com/events/
Deuces Wild
August 9, MDJ Saloon, Walker
This rollicking dueling pianos show is a fan favorite. Camping available.
https://shop.moondanceevents.net/product/deuces-wild-dueling-pianos/
North Dakota Chokecherry Festival
August 9-10, Williston
Celebrate the state fruit with games, craft shopping, entertainment and pancakes with chokecherry syrup.
https://visitwilliston.com/signature-events/north-dakota-chokecherry-festival/
Fargo Blues Festival
August 9-10, Newman Outdoor Field, Fargo
Open air blues festival featuring national acts. One-day and two-day passes available
Sheyenne Market
August 10, SheyWest, West Fargo
Bring your puppy loves to this pet-themed market featuring over 15 local vendors and live music in the garden center.
Dwight Yoakam with the Mavericks
August 11, Bluestem Amphitheater, Moorhead
Guitars, Cadillacs and hillbilly music, live from Bluestem.
https://jadepresents.com/events/
Bismarck Area Field Day
August 12, Mandan and Menoken
Study soil health and conservation at Menoken Farm and learn about organic certification at Forager Farm.
Clueless
August 15, Fargo Theatre, Fargo
Alicia Silverstone plays a teen matchmaker in this 90s classic.
Symphony Rocks
August 15, Bluestem Amphitheater, Moorhead
This is where a symphony concert meets a rock show, with the lights, sound and on-stage energy to back it up.
Hot Valley Nights
August 16-17, downtown East Grand Forks
Savor a weekend of live music featuring Craig Morgan, Neal McCoy and Phil Vassar.
Gear Grinder Mountain Bike Race
August 17, Pipestem Creek Trail, Jamestown
Races include beginners, recreational, sport and expert.
https://discoverjamestownnd.com/yearly_events/gear-grinder/
Concert in the Park
August 20, Detroit Lakes City Park, Detroit Lakes
Featuring Mark Fogelson. The event is free for all ages and occurs on summer Tuesdays through the end of August.
Cruz-In Forks: The Downtown Car Show
August 22, Downtown Grand Forks and East Grand Forks
Classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars line up on both sides of the river.
Downtown Street Fair
August 23-24, Grand Forks
Find unique art, gifts, and home décor, street food and snacks in Grand Forks. Street performers too.
https://downtownforks.com/downtown-street-fair
Barnesville Potato Days
August 23-24, Barnesville
Celebrate all things spud at this wild and wacky community bash.
Monster Truck Insanity Tour
August 23-24, McKenzie County Ag Expo, Watford City
Don't miss out on the monster truck madness!
https://www.mcagexpo.com/events
Midwest Flavor Fest
August 23-25, Dykshoorn Park, Mandan
Artists, chefs and vendors join forces. Enjoy over 15 hours of live music performances by local and regional bands, too.
https://bismaneats.com/midwest-flavor-fest
The Duel in the Dakotas
August 24, Red River Valley Speedway, West Fargo
World of Outlaws sprint car series
https://worldofoutlaws.com/LateModels/schedule/event-info/?event=6221#tickets
Island Park Show
August 24-25, Island Park, Fargo
Over 100 artists sell their wares in the shade. Look for live music, food, and kids’ activities, too.
https://www.fargoparks.com/events-and-deadlines/island-park-show
Nate Bargatze: The Be Funny Tour
August 25, FARGODOME
Stand up comedy at the Dome.
https://www.fargodome.com/events
Zach Bryan
August 25-26, Alerus Center, Grand Forks.
“Quittin’ Time Tour” with special guests Matt Maeson and Levi Turner
https://www.aleruscenter.com/events/detail/zachbryan
Biennial Statewide Arts Convening
August 27-29, Watford City
North Dakota Council on the Arts and the 2024 Main Street Summit present this free event that focuses on placemaking, strategic planning and creating vibrant communities.
https://www.arts.nd.gov/statewide-arts-convening
Styx
August 30, Scheels Arena in Fargo
Step right up for the grand illusion and come sail away with these classic rock heroes.
https://www.scheelsarena.com/news_article/show/1299370
Ice Cube
August 30, The Lights, West Fargo
Catch the legendary rapper live on MIDCO Stage at Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights.
https://thelightswf.com/event_calendar/
Need more events? Read the HPR May-June and July 2024 calendars also.
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