July 2025 Summer Events Calendar

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.

https://www.hcscconline.org/

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.

https://mandanrodeo.com/

Opening Reception: Murray Lemley

July 3, Plains Art Museum, FargoCommemorate Murray Lemley’s photography exhibit with light refreshments at this free event.

https://plainsart.org/

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.

https://tinyurl.com/yt4u2mt3

Independence Day Parade

July 4, Main Street, Mandan

This parade (with a theme that changes every year) has been a Mandan staple for generations.

https://tinyurl.com/3cr7m5bf

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.

https://www.bonanzaville.org/

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.

https://ndmoa.com/

RiverArts

July 9, Viking Ship Park, Moorhead

Art demos, games and performances by Heart and Soul and Fargo Folklorico pack the park.

https://tinyurl.com/47ywnhsd

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/

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 and new friends reunion.

https://www.watfordcitychamber.com/events/

Northwest Water Carnival

July 11-20, Detroit Lakes

Water fights, games, live music and a mile-long parade keep the summer fun coming.

https://visitdetroitlakes.com/event/water-carnival-in-detroit-lakes-mn/

Treats of the FM

July 12, Parachigo, Fargo

Feeling snacky? Hit up 15 local food vendors at this food fair.

https://www.facebook.com/Parachigo

Red River Market Opening Day

July 12, Broadway Square, Fargo

Shop for produce, gifts, food and drinks on Saturdays (except for July 19) until October 25.

https://www.redriver.market/

iphone Photography Workshop

July 12, Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead

Photographer R.J. Kern provides hands-on instruction in the Oak Room.

https://www.hcscconline.org/

Lyons-Heart Gravel Classic

July 12, Mandan

Riders of all levels roll through gravel roads. There’s also a prize purse up for grabs.

https://tinyurl.com/4u4mtfve

Buffalo Trail Days

July 12-13, Epping

Linger over a pancake breakfast, car show, parade and fireworks, street dance and more.

https://tinyurl.com/yxw2k2x5

The Annual Cormorant Area Art Club Fine Art Show

July 12-13, Cormorant Community Center, Cormorant Village

Meet artists, watch art demonstrations and support local Minnesota creatives.

https://artcaac.weebly.com/#/

Fort Ransom Sodbuster Days

July 12-13, Fort Ransom State Park, Fort Ransom

Demos bring pioneer practices like threshing, blacksmithing and baking pies over a fire to life.

https://www.fortransomsodbusters.com/

Live Horse Races

July 12-August 3, North Dakota Horse Park, Fargo

Cheer for live horse racing, plus corgi races, casino nights and more, Saturdays and Sundays.

https://www.hrnd.org/events

Brett Newski and the Bad Inventions

July 15, North Dakota Museum of Art, Grand Forks

Contrarian anthems by these satirical indie rockers sound even better in the open air.

https://ndmoa.com/

Haywire All Ages Show

July 16, The Aquarium, Fargo

The Boston hardcore stalwarts are joined by Fargo’s Emeto and Minneapolis’ Out4Blood.

https://aquariumfargo.com/

Gooseberry Summer Park Concert

July 17, Gooseberry Park, Moorhead

Appreciate big band and jazz stylings, with a little funk, rock, Latin and swing mixed in for fun.

www.fmkicksband.com

Downtown Fargo Street Fair

July 17-19, Fargo

Downtown pulses as food and art vendors, thousands of shoppers and entertainers mix.

https://www.downtownfargo.com/

Moondance Jam

July 17-19, Moondance Fairgrounds, Walker

Regional artists and camping combine at this revamped summer festival.

https://www.moondancejam.com/

North Dakota State Fair

July 18-26, Minot

Check out Jelly Roll, Luke Bryan, Fat Joe, Limp Bizkit, plus free stages, food and fair rides.

https://ndstatefair.com/

FPL Puzzle Competition

July 19, Main Library, Fargo

Adults and teens 15+ compete for prizes. Pre-registration is required and opens July 5.

www.fargolibrary.org

Bachman-Turner Overdrive and The Marshall Tucker Band

July 20, Scheels Arena, Fargo

Special guests Jefferson Starship complete a legendary rock line-up.

https://www.scheelsarena.com/

Mamma Mia!

July 22-26 and July 29-August 2, Bluestem Amphitheater, Moorhead

Hum along to ABBA tunes during this cheerful Trollwood Performing Arts School production.

https://trollwood.org/mainstage-musical/

July 23, Viking Ship Park, Moorhead

Hear October Road, see Chinese Heritage of Recreation and Dance and try hands-on activities.

https://tinyurl.com/47ywnhsd

TEDx Fargo

July 23-24, Fargo

Speakers address a theme as community members network, listen and learn.

https://tedxfargo.com/event-overview/

Night Bazaar

July 24, Broadway Square, Fargo

Downtown gets a little wild with a circus themed, open-air festival atmosphere.

https://www.folkways.org/nightbazaar

Cruz-In Forks Downtown Car Show

July 24, Downtown Grand Forks

Three local car clubs host this hot rod, classic car and roadster showcase.

https://www.facebook.com/share/18zr2Fq4kk/

Squirrel Flower, Dear Nora, Walker Rider

July 24, The Aquarium, Fargo

Listen to rock-tinged indie folk, dreamy experimental pop and alt-country, all in one show.

https://aquariumfargo.com/

Buffalo Days

July 25-27, Jamestown

Take in vendor shows, concerts, tournaments, pancake breakfast, parade and activities.

https://discoverjamestownnd.com/events/

Hozier – Unreal Unearth Tour 2025

July 27, FARGODOME

The Irish troubadour crafts a dreamy cocktail of folk, rock, blues, pop and soul.

https://www.fargodome.com/events/detail/hozier

Warren Zeiders

July 31, The Lights, West Fargo

Watch a rising country star light up one of the region’s coolest outdoor stages.

https://thelightswf.com/

Japan Art Festival

July 31-August 2, Plains Art Museum, Fargo

Explore the process and style of Ukiyo-e artwork during this fun, free and inspiring gathering.

https://plainsart.org/