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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…

Wags Stay N Play hosts pictures with Santa

December 21, 2023

Site Staff,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — With Christmas right around the corner, dogs are able to get their chance with Santa, too. At Wags Stay N Play in Moorhead, Santa makes an appearance to take pictures and interact with the dogs staying there. Wags Stay N Play has been having these Pictures with Santa since they started up around five years ago….

Santa reads to children at West Acres Mall

December 20, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — At West Acres Mall, Santa made an appearance to read to the kids. Just before Christmas, Santa read his two favorite stories in the Aquarium court, “The Night Before Christmas” and “How to Catch an Elf.” After the reading, there were cookies available for the children with icing and sprinkles for decorating them. Santa also walked around…

Brewhalla kicks of the holidays with Santa

December 3, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.N. (KVRR)- Brewhalla is celebrating the season with holiday decorations, shops, and an appearance from Saint Nick himself. Santa was there on the second floor to hear what the kids want for christmas this year. This event was open to all and Santa himself was glad to have this opportunity to meet people from all over the region. Saint…

Santa Village kicks off at Rheault Farm

November 27, 2022

KVRR Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Santa Village at Rheault Farm has plenty of activities to put both kids and the rest of the family in the holiday spirit. Some activities at the south Fargo farm include carriage rides, craft decorating, cookie making with Mrs. Claus, and writing letters to Santa. Visitors are also encouraged to get into the spirit of giving…