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Kids’ Day Returns to Red River Market

Essentia has been sponsoring this day at the market for the past three years.

August 17, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – This weekend’s installment of the Red River Market was a special one for the kiddos. Saturday was Kids’ Day. There were a good deal of kid-specific activities, plus Essentia doctors on hand to meet with the kids and give advice to parents. Folkways staff say that this is crucial for getting kids more comfortable with physicians…

35 Years Since the ADA, Advocates Say Progress Has Been Made but More Can Be Done

People living with disabilities in Fargo cited several common issues, such as inconsistent snow removal and a lack of accessible doors to downtown businesses.

July 27, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Americans with Disabilities Act went into effect on July 26, 1990. Thirty-five years later, it’s plain to see that it has profoundly transformed life for disabled people in the United States. “We have seen ramps and accessible parking, and accessible restrooms. It’s really transformed the accessibility and usability of the built environment for people with…

Opening Day for the Red River Market

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

July 12, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

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…

Intersection in Downtown Fargo Shut Down for Art Installation

The street mural should be finished by Friday, July 11.

July 6, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – An intersection in downtown Fargo is now shut down in anticipation of a mural being installed on the street itself. The closure began at 6 A.M. today at the intersection of 2nd Avenue and 5th Street North. The nonprofit group Folkways received an AARP grant to install the mural – a colorful, large-scale pattern that reflects…

Red River Market wraps up tenth year

October 27, 2024

Alex Bertsch,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – As October comes to a close the Red River Market wrapped up their season in Broadway Square. Saturday was the final day of the market this year, and despite some cooler temperatures, people came out to check out local produce and live music. It was the tenth year of the farmer’s market, and organizer Joe Burgum…

Red River Market celebrates growth, ten years in the making

July 21, 2024

Alex Bertsch,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – With the Fargo Street Fair running through Saturday, the Red River Market had to move to Sunday, but that didn’t stop people from turning out. The market featured over 80 vendors selling produce, food and drinks as well as entertainment in Broadway Square. The farmer’s market is in its tenth year of operation, and Executive Director…

Thousands enjoy beautiful weather for first Red River Market of summer

July 8, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The 9th season of the Red River Market officially began Saturday in Fargo, and thousands took advantage of the flawless weather downtown. Every year, the market takes place every Saturday right near Broadway Square. Around 100 vendors came by on opening day. You name it and the market has it; from food and pantry items to…

LIVE: Red River Market Grows Bigger Than Ever For 2023

The Red River Market is back starting this weekend, bigger than ever

July 7, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Red River Market is back starting this weekend, bigger than ever. The market features all sorts of locally-made goods, food and music Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Broadway Square downtown now through October. Creative Director Simone Wai says you can expect about 25 new vendors this year, and around 85 total…

LIVE: Red River Market Heads Indoors This Weekend

More than 40 local producers will be lining the aisles of West Acres Mall this Saturday

March 3, 2023

Site Staff,

It’s cold and snowy, but that’s not stopping a summer staple from coming back this weekend. The Red River Market is heading inside for its winter market. More than 40 local producers will be lining the aisles of West Acres Mall this Saturday selling a variety of things. You can also hear live music and see cooking demos. You…

Red River Market draws big crowd with many vendors

July 9, 2022

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- The Red River Market in Downtown Fargo’s Broadway Square is buzzing with energy. There were over 30 local vendors all within a 200 mile radius. People were able to buy food, jewelry and clothing among other things. Organizers say it’s a prime opportunity to draw the community out and have clean family appropriate fun. The crowd was…