Community Calendar

North America’s largest award-winning interactive true crime murder mystery dinner show invites you into a night of laughter, mystery, and audience-driven intrigue. Enjoy a full dinner while a hilarious crime unfolds around you—but stay alert. The culprit is hiding in plain sight, and before the night is over, you could find yourself named a Prime Suspect.

Now playing at DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area in West Fargo, ND, this murder mystery dinner experience is unlike traditional dinner theater. Our professional actors are not in costume and are secretly planted among the guests, creating a modern, social, and highly interactive evening. Each ticket includes our signature live murder mystery show, a complete dinner, waitstaff gratuity, and plenty of unexpected twists. Reserve your tickets now and crack the case before it’s too late.

Planning a group celebration or private event in West Fargo? We specialize in custom private shows for companies, parties, and organizations of nearly any size—hosted at our public venue or brought directly to your location. Perfect for team outings, corporate events, and unforgettable celebrations.

Summer Concert series

Enjoy the high-powered FM Kicks Band’s instrumental and vocal performances at our Summer Park Series at Spies Riverfront Park!

Featuring a variety of musical styles in the style of Buddy Rich, Stan Kenton, Ella Fitzgerald, Maynard Ferguson, Count Basie, and more. Take a break from your busy schedule; get your feet stomping and your heart pumping!

Established in 1975 by Dr. Edward Christianson to provide local musicians an opportunity to play great big-band musical literature, improve their improvisational jazz skills, and socialize with other music lovers.

Today, as a 501(c)3, our passion for music extends into education as we work with local schools to promote and preserve America's original musical art form.

This Activity is funded in part with an operating support grant from the Lake Region Arts Council through a Minnesota State Legislative appropriation.
This Activity is funded in part with an operating support grant from The Arts Partnership, Fargo.

Enjoy the high-powered FM Kicks Band’s instrumental and vocal performances at our Summer Park Series at Gooseberry Mound Park!

Featuring a variety of musical styles in the style of Buddy Rich, Stan Kenton, Ella Fitzgerald, Maynard Ferguson, Count Basie, and more. Take a break from your busy schedule; get your feet stomping and your heart pumping!

Established in 1975 by Dr. Edward Christianson to provide local musicians an opportunity to play great big-band musical literature, improve their improvisational jazz skills, and socialize with other music lovers.

Today, as a 501(c)3, our passion for music extends into education as we work with local schools to promote and preserve America's original musical art form.

Come watch the Semifinal Game of the FIFA World Cup livestream in downtown Fargo!

Folkways and American Outlaws Fargo are bringing the community together for the first Semifinal match. It's free and family friendly.

Event Details
1 p.m. – Kickoff party (beverages available for purchase from Rosewild)
2 p.m. – Livestream begins

Bring your own chair or a blanket for seating.

Weather Plan
If needed, we’ll move indoors to Sidestreet Grille and Pub.

This is just the start! More World Cup watch parties (including USA matches, semifinals, and the final) are coming soon. Learn more at aofargo.com

Discover more free, family-friendly events this summer at folkways.org

Come watch the second Semifinal Game of the FIFA World Cup livestream in downtown Fargo!

Folkways and American Outlaws Fargo are bringing the community together for the second Semifinal match. It's free and family friendly.

Event Details
7 p.m. – Kickoff party (beverages available for purchase from Rosewild)
8 p.m. – Livestream begins

Bring your own chair or a blanket for seating.

Weather Plan
If needed, we’ll move indoors to Sidestreet Grille and Pub.

This is just the start! More World Cup watch parties (including USA matches, semifinals, and the final) are coming soon. Learn more at aofargo.com

Discover more free, family-friendly events this summer at folkways.org

Avantide is a four-piece alternative rock band from Bismarck, born from a shared love of music discovered in the aisles of a local record store. Drawing inspiration from The Black Keys, Pavement, and Spoon, the band blends catchy melodies, memorable lyrics, and tight instrumentals to create a sound that's both fresh and familiar.

Surround yourself with music and history during “Folk Music at the Fort” on Saturday, July 18, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Fort Buford State Historic Site near Williston.

Step inside the historic Fort Buford barracks for an afternoon of music, movement, and merriment inspired by the 19th century. This folk music program will feature period-appropriate tunes familiar to soldiers, families, and visitors on the frontier. Between musical sets, participants will be guided through simple, easy-to-learn social dances, offering a glimpse into how music and dance helped build community, relieve stress, and bring people together at frontier posts.

Admission is free but limited to 30 participants. Registration is required at FolkMusic.eventbrite.com by July 17. No prior musical or dance experience is necessary.

This event is part of the ND250 commemoration celebrating our country’s 250th birthday.
Fort Buford State Historic Site was one of several military posts established to protect overland and river routes used by immigrants settling the West. It operated from 1866 to 1895 and is probably best known as the place where Hunkpapa Lakota leader Sitting Bull relinquished his rifle to the U.S. government in 1881.
Fort Buford State Historic Site and the Missouri-Yellowstone Confluence Interpretive Center are managed by the State Historical Society of North Dakota. Both locations open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sept. 30.

For more information, contact Outreach Coordinator Nicholas Kusnierek, shsbuford@nd.gov or 701.572.9034. All times listed are Central time. Find information about upcoming programs of the State Historical Society at history.nd.gov/events.

come watch the Final Game of the FIFA World Cup livestream in downtown Fargo!

Folkways and American Outlaws Fargo are bringing the community together for the Final FIFA Game. It's free and family friendly.

Event Details
1 p.m. – Kickoff party (beverages available for purchase from Rosewild)
2 p.m. – Livestream begins

Bring your own chair or a blanket for seating.

Weather Plan
If needed, we’ll move indoors to Sidestreet Grille and Pub.

Discover more free, family-friendly events this summer at folkways.org

Our Middle School Summer Camps are full-day sessions designed for rising Grades 7-9 students. Each day includes hands-on learning with Bismarck State College departments on a variety of exciting topics!

What to Expect
Campers will engage in advanced, real-world STEM and career-focused experiences alongside BSC faculty and facilities. Each session emphasizes exploration, collaboration, and practical skill-building.

July 7: Health, Cyber, and AI-Focused
With the Current and Emerging Technologies Department

July 21: Energy, Manufacturing, and Engineering
With the Automation, Energy, and Advanced Technologies Department

August 4: Marketing, Finance, and Broadcasting
With the Humanities, Arts, and Sciences Department