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Capitol Christmas tree lighting ceremony held in Bismarck

December 2, 2025

TJ Nelson,

First Lady Kjersti Armstrong, Santa & Gov. Kelly Armstrong/FacebookBISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) — At the state capitol tonight, Gov. Kelly Armstrong and First Lady Kjersti Armstrong had the honor of lighting the Capitol Christmas tree. A crowd filled Memorial Hall for music, holiday readings, carols, cookies and hot chocolate before the lighting of the tree. Santa even made a stop with…

Santa Village Returns to Rheault Farm

The holiday wonderland draws hundreds of families every Christmas season.

November 30, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – One of the metro’s most charming Christmas attractions is back open for business. Santa Village at Rheault Farm returned for its opening day this Saturday, November 29. The annual event, put on by the Fargo Park District, gives families the chance to decorate cookies, take horse-drawn carriage rides, and, of course, speak with Saint Nick himself….

Christkindlmarkt Returns for Eighth Installment

Folkways has made some upgrades to certain structures and features of the event.

November 23, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – One of Fargo’s enduring Christmas traditions has returned to Downtown for its eighth installment. Christkindlmarkt is back in the Civic Center, and Folkways says the event is bigger and better than ever. It began on Friday, November 21, and ran throughout this weekend. Folkways has completely rebuilt the sheds for the outdoor Christmas Village and installed…

Seventh Small Business Expo Brings Cheer to Holiday Shoppers

Over 60 vendors filled the convention center space at the Hilton Garden Inn.

November 16, 2025

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s one of the busiest shopping seasons of the year, and Love Your Local is attempting to give folks every opportunity to keep their dollar in the community. The organization held its seventh Small Business Expo, this time at the Hilton Garden Inn. There were over 60 vendors selling everything from apparel to collectibles and fresh-baked…

Native American Education Program Winter Gathering Brings Community Together

Organizers say it's one of the largest such events in the F-M area and is a great opportunity to strengthen bonds.

December 18, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — The Native American Education Winter Gathering took place at Discovery Middle School from 6-8 P.M. on Dec. 18th. There was food, a photo booth by Dreamcatcher Photography, face painting, a rotation of other activity stations, games, and music by DJ Birdman. Santa Claus even dropped by to hand out candy bags and take some photos with…

Santa Fly-In At Fargo Air Museum

December 15, 2024

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — You may be accustomed to having Santa fly through the sky accompanied by his reindeer, but sometimes the jolly old man gives the animals a rest and comes in via helicopter. Fargo Air Museum hosted its “Santa Fly-in” on Saturday. He touched down shortly after 10 A-M, greeted by an eager crowd of families with excited…

Blanchard Couple Turns Home into Winter Wonderland

Linda Johnson estimates it takes her two to three days just to set up her assortment of vintage houses, displayed on shelves specially built by her husband.

December 15, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

BLANCHARD, N.D. – It’s a little bit out of the way for most people; but trust us when we say that the old schoolhouse in Blanchard is a secret haven for some serious Christmas cheer. Linda Johnson is the curator of this winter wonderland inside her and her husband’s Blanchard home, which is a former schoolhouse built all the way…

Bonanzaville Hosts “Christmas on the Prairie”

The popular attraction promised down-home, old-fashioned Christmas fun with its slate of activities.

December 8, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “Christmas on the Prairie” at Bonanzaville in West Fargo promised a return to a simpler time when carolers sang the sounds of the season. That’s not all that was offered. There were pictures with Santa, carriage rides and even a specialty seasonal model train display. The Spud Valley Model Railroad Club operates out of Bonanzaville,…

Moorhead Offers Opportunity to Skate with Santa

The event took place at the Moorhead Sports Center from 2:15 to 4:15 P.M.

December 8, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – Normally, in order to get an audience with Santa, you have to swing by the mall or a similar location. But in Moorhead, you could catch him out on the ice. The Moorhead Parks and Recreation department put on the “Skate With Santa” event at the Moorhead Sports Center. Admission was free, and all were welcome…

Santa Sets up Shop in Fargo

Santa Village, organized by the Fargo Park District, transports families to a real winter wonderland.

December 1, 2024

Gabriel Ostler,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Children are, of course, likely going to write down their Christmas wishes in letter form and have that sent off to the North Pole. However, if they want some face time with Santa himself, there are few better places to do so than in Santa Village. Located in Rheault Farm, the immersive experience is free to…