Pride of Dakota Closes with Record Attendance

Event organizers estimate over 14,000 people came to Scheels Arena over the course of two days.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Pride of Dakota event at Scheels Arena has concluded, and organizers say this year was by far their most attended.

The two-day market and vendor show featured exclusively products made in the state of North Dakota.

There were over 100 booths inside Scheels, and organizers estimate that over 14,000 people attended in total.

Those involved said it was a smashing success for sellers and shoppers alike.

“It was a great show for us, many of our companies have already sold out, so that shows me that Fargo supported it. We love that, thank you Fargo,” gushed Katrina Hanenberg. “My favorite part of the weekend is that we did some more interactive, engaging experiences for our customers.”

One of those interactive elements was the chance for customers to receive Pride of Dakota Bucks, which could be redeemed for any item in the venue.