FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Saturday, June 6th at Happy Harry’s Ribfest was a hot day – but that didn’t stop attendees from lining up for the best barbecue around and a chance to meet players and staff from the NDSU football team. The annual Bison Tailgate had a bit of a different flavor this year, as the team is preparing…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s the official kickoff to summer with the mouthwatering taste of ribs, music, and more. “We got something for everybody that will fit your palate, so if you’ve got a picky eater kid, one of our concession stands has chicken strips and french fries, they’ve got corn dogs. Everyone’s got their specific barbecue they’re making with…
Music lineup for Happy Harry’s Ribfest 2026.FARGO — Happy Harry’s Ribfest is building anticipation for the summer season by announcing their upcoming music lineup. The four day festival will feature musical performances from artists spanning multiple genres and decades of music. The 90s alternative band Spin Doctors, known for songs like ‘Two Princes’ and ‘Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong,’ are…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “I mean, I think anywhere there’s smoke, there’s flavor,” said Lauren Vega of Cowboys Barbeque and Rib Co. It’s the good kind of smoke, though, as the haze floating down from the Canadian border has largely cleared – just in time to be replaced by sweeter fumes from the grills of masters. The hosts of Happy…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Pitmasters from all around the world are taking over the Fargodome this weekend for the annual Ribfest. Pitmasters at the event serve up some of the best barbeque in the world all in the Fargodome parking lot. And this year is no different, with smoked brisket, sausages, and of course mouth-watering ribs. Dan Johnson of Johnson’s…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The biggest news in Fargo is clearly the first day of Happy Harry’s RibFest. Four days of meat and music start Wednesday. Slingin’ ribs is a way of life for many of these vendors. Both Aussom Aussie Australian Barbecue and Desperado’s BB! & Ribs started in 1988. But this is the RibFest swan song for…
RibFest/FacebookFARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Another Happy Harry’s RibFest is in the record books and the festival had a pretty good turnout, especially by looking at the crowd for “Firehouse” Saturday night. More than 41,000 people walked through the gates of RibFest during the four-day event last week in the parking lot at Fargdome. Blazin Bronco was the winner of this…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- The 26th Annual Happy Harry’s RibFest continues to attract a stable of vendors all over the country and even Australia to answer the BBQ cravings of people in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Vendors say the community and hospitality of Fargo keeps them coming back year after year. “You can talk to any vendor out here anywhere we go…
KVRR’s Brandon Blakney calls himself our BBQ taste guru. So we sent the North Carolina native to the FargoDome to check out this year’s Happy Harry’s RibFest. Find out how he says the ribs this weekend stack up with the best. Categories: Morning – In The Community Tags: fargodome, Happy Harry’s Ribfest
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Organizers of Happy Harry’s Ribfest announces a switch up to this year’s lineup. Scott Stapp of Creed will no longer be coming to Fargo next week. They are citing health concerns within his touring party. The Johnny Holm Band will now take the stage on Thursday, June 9th The other Ribfest performers include Granger Smith, Phil Vassar…
