RED RIVER VALLEY FAIRGROUNDS Archives

North Dakota Department of Commerce Awards Grants to Fargo, West Fargo

The department awarded 23 different grants throughout the state, aiming to boost tourism.

October 17, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Commerce has awarded two grants in the Fargo area that will help local entertainment destinations provide a better customer experience. The first is going to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. Just over $600,000 has been awarded to the Fair Association, who will use the money to build a permanent professional-grade grandstand…

BIG Event Brings Science to Girls of All Ages

BIG stands for Believe in Girls, and the event is designed to get them interested in science and technological fields.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It was a science showcase at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds on October 5. Girl Scouts Dakota Horizons put on the The BIG Event (BIG stands for “Believe In Girls”) so girls of all ages can get hands-on experience with STEM. The Butler Machinery Arena was filled with exhibits from many organizations and companies. Kids…

Natural Pet Center Celebrates 20 Years in Business

The two Fargo locations had discounts and raffle tickets available all weekend.

October 5, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Natural Pet Center in Fargo celebrated a big milestone all weekend. This weekend marked 20 years in business for the local pet supplier. They had 20 percent discounts all weekend, as well as raffle prizes and swag bags at the 19th Avenue North location. Staff said that customer support was strong on both days. “Oh gosh,”…

Agricultural Education from the Red River Valley Fair

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

July 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

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…

Bounce in the Valley Returns to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

The three-day celebration of all things inflatable drew record crowds.

March 23, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

A child contemplates some of the inflatable options at Bounce in the Valley.WEST FARGO, N.D. – Kids of all ages could be seen flying through the air this weekend at Butler Machinery Arena in West Fargo. That’s because they were soaring off inflatables at the annual Bounce in the Valley event. The arena was packed with all sorts of games…

New Beekeeper Training Held at Red River Valley Fairgrounds

Instructors told prospective keepers everything they'd need to know, from proper care to clearing up myths surrounding honeybees.

March 9, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – People looking to get into a sweet and buzzy hobby turned up for beekeeping training at Red River Valley Fairgrounds. It was the third in a series hosted by Red River Valley Beekeepers. It was free to attend, but registration was required in advance. Speakers discussed everything from personal safety to proper hive maintenance. Event…

WinterSlam Returns to Butler Machinery Arena in Style

Last year, the event drew over 1,000 fans for the first time - and even more showed up for this go-round.

February 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. – The biggest annual pro wrestling event in the Fargo area brought hard-hitting action Saturday night. Below Zero Wrestling hosted their largest-ever iteration of their flagship show, WinterSlam at the Bulter Machinery Arena on the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in 2024, drawing a crowd of over a thousand people for the first time. So, they figured –…

A Lot of Rock And A Little Country: New Concerts Announced

December 17, 2024

TJ Nelson,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — She does have better things to do…like head to Mahnomen, Minnesota to play a concert! Terri Clark is coming to Shooting Star Casino on Friday, February 28. You’ll hear all of the Canadian country singers biggest hits like “I Just Wanna Be Mad,” “Poor, Poor Pitiful Me” and “Better Things to Do.” Tickets go on sale…

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

December 9, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

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…

Red River Valley Fair Sends out Fair Experience Survey After “Financial Disaster” This Summer

August 20, 2024

Juliana Pelaez,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Red River Valley Fair wants to find out what you would like to see for next year’s fair. The survey comes after the fair reported suffering a “financial disaster” following a shift from a ten-day fair to an event that stretched over three separate weekends. The “Fair Experience Survey” asks for ideas about carnival rides, food…