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Red River Valley Renaissance Faire Closes First Weekend, Looks to Second

The faire got off to a strong start on Saturday, with sunny skies and large crowds.

August 3, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The first weekend of Red River Renaissance Faire is in the books. The event is filled with jousting, live music, crafts, delicious food and drink and so much more! Faire staff said turnout was good both days, and that the wide variety of acts kept festival-goers entertained. They say that the faire offers a special…

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.

July 13, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

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…

Crews readying to launch Red River Valley Fair on Friday

The Red River Valley Fair begins its annual 10 day-long run on July 7

July 3, 2023

Jim Monk,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Red River Valley Fair in West Fargo is still a few days away, but there’s already plenty of activity at the fairgrounds. We stopped by with the KVRR drone to get a birds-eye view of the work and setup in progress. The fair begins its annual 10 day-long run on Friday. Grandstand acts this…

New Attractions Coming to the Red River Valley Fair

There are a few new attractions and deals to look out for this season

July 10, 2017

Site Staff,

WEST FARGO, ND — Hundreds of people from across the country are setting up the annual six day long Red River Valley Fair which kicks off tomorrow. There are a few new attractions and deals to look out for this season. KVRR’s Nick Broadway joins us live from the fairgrounds in West Fargo with more. Categories: Business, Community, Local News,…