RIBFEST

RibFest 2025 Begins

The seminal BBQ event in the Red River Valley is getting close to its 30th installment, though organizers aren't positive exactly how close.

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…

Concert Series: Entertainment Announced For 2025 Ribfest at Fargodome

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It’s finally here! The entertainment lineup for Ribfest in June at Fargodome includes Montgomery Gentry, LOCASH, Smash Mouth and Slaughter and Mike Tramp’s White Lion. Billed as the official kick off of summer, Ribfest will be held outdoors at Fargodome from June 4th through 7th. All concerts are included with the $5 gate admission. Parking is…

Adam’s Ribs: Judging The Devils Lake Ribfest

I had an opportunity this weekend that not many get. I got to eat 14 different ribs for free. Sometimes this job opens amazing doors for you.

  I had an opportunity this weekend that not many get. I got to eat 14 different ribs for free. Sometimes this job opens amazing doors for you. The Devils Lake Chamber invited me to be a judge for their 8th annual Ribfest competition. Thank you for the opportunity. It’s always fun to head back to the city where I…

Scott Stapp is out, Johnny Holm Band is in for Ribfest

Happy Harry’s RibFest takes place June 8th - 11th outdoors at the Fargodome

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…

22nd annual MDA Fund Run kicks off

Bikers from across the metro coming together to restart an annual fundraiser in hopes of helping out children in need after it was canceled last year because of the pandemic.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — An annual fundraiser helping support the Muscular Dystrophy Association kicks off in West Fargo. The pandemic has overshadowed many illnesses that existed before COVID-19. “Today is the 22nd annual MDA Fund Run for the F-M area. We raise money for our local children that suffer from muscular dystrophy and ALS,” MDA Fund Run Event Organizer,…

LIVE: MDA Fund Run Returns To Help Send Kids To Summer Camp

Bike Run Set For Saturday At Noon

  Bikers are hitting the road this weekend raising money to give kids battling muscular dystrophy a week they’ll never forget. The F/M M-D-A Fund Run takes off from Speedway in West Fargo Saturday at noon. You can join in the ride even if you’re driving on four wheels. Registration also includes a free pass to RibFest. That’s where the…

Happy Harry’s Ribfest is back in June 2021

Fargo, ND – The Happy Harry’s RibFest you know and love returns this June at FARGODOME. Enjoy ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken and all your favorite foods from 11am-11pm daily. Happy Harry’s RibFest, FARGODOME and Radio FM Media will follow local guidelines in place at the time of the event for the health and safety of the organizers and attendees….