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Wrapping Up the Red River Valley Fair

Organizers aimed to turn things around after a down year in 2024; they believe they achieved that goal.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Even on the final day of the Red River Valley Fair, you could still see kids flocking to the rides, trying out the games, and enjoying all the fair has to offer. After a disappointing 2024, many were curious to see how the fair would adjust – “We’re always looking to change and tweak to…

Rare Beer Picnic Packs Viking Ship Park

Event organizers have to cap the number of entrants at 1,000 to keep everything manageable.

MOORHEAD, MN (KVRR) – There were plenty of events besides the Red River Valley Fair to keep people occupied in the FM Metro this weekend. One was a massive beer festival at Viking Ship Park. It was the 9th annual Rare Beer Picnic, organized by Junkyard Brewing Company. There were 20 breweries with tents set up, with some even coming…

Skulltastic Book Fair Brings Childhood Fun to Grown-Ups

There were kids' reading sessions to include the little ones as well.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – People looking to experience a bit of nostalgia turned out in massive numbers for a unique event at Drekker Brewing Company. The adult book fair began in Drekker’s tap room at 10 A.M. on July 13 and saw a steady stream of customers. Moorhead bookstore More Than Words was in charge of curating the selection, bringing…

Opening Day for the Red River Market

The market runs from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. and attracts thousands of attendees.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Red River Market has returned to downtown Fargo for its eleventh iteration. It kicked off on July 12 at 10 A.M., and will continue every Saturday from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M. until October 25. The market features fresh grown food, products from local businesses and organizations, as well as live music and activities for all…

First Races of the Season at the North Dakota Horse Park

The first 250 patrons through the gates received a free t-shirt.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Horse racing returned to Fargo on Saturday with the kickoff of another season at North Dakota Horse Park. The gates opened at 11 A.M. on July 12, with the first 250 patrons receiving a free t-shirt. Racing began just after noon, and excitement was in the air for participants and spectators alike. Track management says both…

Clydesdale Horses Rumble into Grand Forks

The Clydesdales arrived in Grand Forks on Tuesday and have been staying at the Alerus Center all week long.

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – We received a look behind the scenes as the Anheuser-Busch Clydesdales got primped for their public appearance at River Cities Speedway on the evening of Friday, July 11. It’s all part of Clydesdales Week at the Alerus Center, which is part of their series of public events designed to raise awareness for the nonprofit Folds…

Red River Market Opens for Season

FARGO — The Red River Market kicks off for the season tomorrow in downtown, but the nonprofit behind it is running into resistance from city leaders when it comes to blocking off downtown streets for their gatherings. Folkways founder Simone Wai says it won’t affect the farmers market, which is now in its second decade and has grown to 80-some…

KVRR Connections Tourism: Inside the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library one year before it opens

MEDORA, N.D. (KVRR) — One of the premier events for the nation’s 250th birthday next July 4, will be the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota. Work began in the summer of 2023 and now they are down to the wire with just under a year to go on the $400 million project. KVRR’S TJ…

Paul McCartney will bring his ‘Got Back 2025’ tour to Minneapolis

(KVRR/CNN) — Sir Paul McCartney is going on the road and returning to the stage once again. The rock legend announced a 19-date North American tour that kicks off September 29th in Palm Desert, California. The series of concerts is called his, ‘Got Back 2025’ tour. It’s his first North American tour since 2022. He will perform in Minneapolis on…

KVRR Connections Tourism: Medora marks a major milestone in North Dakota’s Badlands

MEDORA, N.D. (KVRR) — The most popular tourist attraction in North Dakota is Theodore Roosevelt National Park. Ranking high on the list is Medora in the south unit of the park and home to the Medora Musical, which just turned 60. It was started by the man who also brought us Mr. Bubble, Harold Schafer. KVRR’s TJ Nelson stopped by…