Fargo Park District

Several Kids Across Fargo Venture to Parks on their Snow Day

With most schools closed on Monday, kids went sledding and built snowmen at local parks

FARGO, N.D. — In the metro, Moorhead, Fargo and West Fargo schools cancelled classes for the day, as well as many others across the valley. This snow can be a headache for drivers and those busy clearing the roads. But for kids, it’s a day in the park. Many kids grabbed their sleds and ventured to several open parks to slip…

Sorry Folks, The Skating Rinks And Warming Houses Are Closed

Warm Weather Takes A Toll On Winter Activity In Fargo

FARGO, N.D. — That’s a wrap on the 2017-2018 skating season at Fargo parks. The park district has closed all outdoor rinks and warming houses for the season. They say it’s due to the poor ice conditions and standing water thanks to our warm weather. The Fargo Park District would like to thank all skaters for another great year on…

Fargo Youth Ice Fishing Derby brings Hundreds of Kids to Woodhaven Pond

The event was hosted by the Fargo Parks Districts and gave trophies to several children

FARGO, N.D. — On a very snowy Saturday, hundreds of kids and their parents set up shop on the frozen Woodhaven Pond. Digging into the water a pulling up some fish was part of the adventure. “Ice fishing is one of the great outdoor opportunities that we have in this country, especially in the great North where we can walk on…

LIVE: Youth Ice Fishing Derby

KVRR's Jackie Kelly Learns More About The Youth Ice Fishing Derby Hosted By The Fargo Park District

KVRR’s Jackie Kelly talks with Dave Wasness and Brenton Hell of the FM Walleyes about the Youth Ice Fishing Derby hosted by the Fargo Park District. The Derby will take place Saturday, February 24th at South Woodhaven Pond. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m. and the event will kick off at 2 p.m.   Categories: Morning – Features, Morning – In…

Skaters Lace Up For Pond Hockey Tournament

Fargo Pond Hockey Classic runs this weekend

  Fargo natives laced up their skates today at Edgewood golf course… The Fargo Park District put on the annual Fargo Pond Hockey Classic this weekend. 39 teams competed in various divisions in outdoor 3–on–3 hockey. The Fargo Park District says this is a great way to get community members outdoors and having fun playing a game that is home…

Fargo Park District Prepping the Downtown Christmas Tree

The tree was donated by a family in South Fargo

FARGO, ND — The Fargo Park District put up their annual Christmas tree at the Depot downtown. Forestry crew workers say the wind proved to be a little bit of a challenge in mounting the tree, but a 25-foot crane helped them set it up in time. The tree was donated by a family in South Fargo. It will stay…

Dike East Floating Bridge Removed for Winter Season

The Fargo Park District Has Removed Dike East Floating Bridge From The Water

FARGO, ND — It’s just another reminder that winter is coming. Fargo Park District has removed the Dike East floating bridge. It’s removed every year at the start of November to ensure safety. The Fargo Park District says although the seasons may be changing, people in the area can look forward to doing winter activities and appreciating this time of…

Newly Renovated John E. Carlson Coliseum Re-Opens in Fargo

Officials hope the rink will be available for use during off seasons

FARGO, ND — The Fargo Park District has officially re-opened the John E. Carlson Coliseum in North Fargo. The Coliseum is located at 807 17th Avenue North. Park district officials said it has a new regulation ice rink, seven locker rooms, a new training room and seating for 500 people. The renovations also include a new referee room and the…

A Public Art Piece is Unveiled Downtown and Yes, You Can Take a Selfie

the project cost $10,000 and supports local art

FARGO, ND — There’s a new spot in town where the Fargo Park District encourages you to take plenty of selfies. The Park District and the F-M Convention and Visitors Bureau teamed up to unveil a public art piece downtown. Each group contributed $5,000 to the project, which supports local art. They wanted an artist who could capture the spirit of…