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KVRR Connections Tourism: $15 million in Destination Development Grants awarded to 23 Projects across North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — Some of the top tourist stops across North Dakota are sharing in $15 million worth of “Destination Development Grants”. North Dakota Tourism and Marketing says these investments will enhance tourism infrastructure, elevate visitor experiences and support long-term economic growth. Out of 106 applications from 45 communities, just 23 projects were chosen for this round of grants….

Red River Valley Fair draws near-record attendance

WEST FARGO (KFGO) — This year’s Red River Valley Fair in West Fargo was the second best attended in the fair’s history. The fair says 143,740 people attended. Lauren Daigle and Josiah Queen and Nick Hall, presented by Pulse ND, drew a crowd of 12,800 people to close out the fair on Sunday. Sarah Bunyea, a spokesperson for Pulse North Dakota, called…

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…

Agricultural Education from the Red River Valley Fair

The room combines facts and learning experiences regarding agriculture with live, adorable animals.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Red River Valley Fair is on day 6 and there’s still plenty to see and do at the fairgrounds. One enticing exhibit in the midst of this heat is the Agricultural Education building. This space features various interactive exhibits that teach interesting facts about farming and crops. There’s also a petting zoo with many…

Red River Valley Fair Rolls on After Interruption

Fair officials say that they take everything into account before making a decision like they did on Friday night.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – After a brief hiccup – the Red River Valley Fair is back on schedule and rolling along. The fair shut down on its opening day, July 4, at 5:00 P.M. thanks to concerns over severe weather. But that didn’t stop people from showing up in droves over the next two days. Fair staff says that…

Red River Valley Fair to Close Early due to Severe Weather

The event will shut down at 5:00 tonight.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with the Red River Valley Fair Management Team, has issued an official announcement stating that the fair will end early on July 4. Authorities say this decision comes after closely monitoring the weather forecast, which indicates that potentially severe weather conditions could impact the area later in the…

All-American Rejects Want You To “Move Along” And See Them At Red River Valley Fair

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — All-American Rejects is coming to Red River Valley Fair this summer. Catch the band known for hits like “Gives You Hell”, “Dirty Little Secret”, and “Move Along” on Friday, July 11. Tickets are $35 and they go on sale this Friday at 9 a.m. at RedRiverValleyFair.com.   Categories: Entertainment, Local News, North Dakota News Tags:…

KVRR Connections: Red River Valley Fair Introduces An All Access Pass For 2025 Fair

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) –Red River Valley Fair announces a new all-access ticket for the 2025 fair as a way to save some money. The ‘Blue Ribbon Pass’ will include pit entry to all concerts and general admission for all ten days. It’s priced at $150 and seats can be upgraded with a price adjustment. The pass comes after years…