Aug 15 Saturday
Join us downtown Fargo for the Red River Market. Shop from 60+ local vendors, including produce, meat, eggs, bakery, pantry items, household goods, and art.
Visit the Market:Saturdays*, 10am-2pmJuly 11- October 31Broadway Square201 Broadway, Downtown Fargo*Except July 18th - the market will take place on Sunday, July 19th due to the Downtown Street Fair
Red River Market’s mission is to create a place where all people can experience the joys of local food.
We accept SNAP/EBT and match up to $15 per person! Visit the Red River Market information booth to learn more.
Visit redriver.market to view updates to programming and vendors.
*This event is a program of Folkways - a community nonprofit creating belonging in the Fargo-Moorhead Area.
Aug 18 Tuesday
NDMOA Concerts in the Garden with Bad Bad HatsTuesday, August 18, 6 – 8:30 pm in the Museum Sculpture Garden.
Bad Bad Hats is an indie rock band from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Kerry Alexander and Chris Hoge met in college and formed the band in 2012. In the 10 years of BBH, they have toured the country many times in their trusty minivan, sampling the best local cuisine along the way. BBH has toured with The Beths, Margaret Glaspy, The Front Bottoms, Hippo Campus, and Michelle Branch, among many others. Their fourth album Bad Bad Hats was released in 2024 on Don Giovanni Records.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket and take a place in the Museum’s Sculpture Garden. In addition to great music, you can purchase meals hot off the grill prepared by the Museum Cafe, and enjoy root beer floats, beer, & wine. Doors open at 5:30 pm, with opening bands taking the stage at 6 pm, and headliners at 7 pm.
Tickets:Individual tickets $20, Members $15, Season pass $75 (includes 5 flex tickets). Free admission for children twelve and younger. Tickets are not concert-specific and can be used for any concert in the series. Help support the Series and become a Patron for $175. Or a band sponsor for $500.
Full Line-up at:https://ndmoa.com/summer-concerts-in-the-garden/
ROAD CLOSURE: Centennial Drive — the north-south road along Nistler Hall and Merrifield Hall — will be closed from University Avenue to the Museum parking lot. Use alternate routes, 1) Take Strinden Rd to Campus Rd, or 2) Off Columbia Rd take 2nd Ave N to Cornell Street which turns into Campus Rd.
Parking is Free after 4 pm.
A weekly seminar for divorced, widowed or separated participants to learn to rebuild their lives after the loss of a love relationship. It discusses rebuilding blocks related to the loss and help to provide an understanding of the past relationship and moving forward in a healthy way. Based on a study guide by Dr. Bruce Fisher
Aug 20 Thursday
Celebrate local music legend David Ferreira at the TOAST Concert on Thursday, August 20 at 7:30 PM at the TAK Music Venue.
Join us for an evening honoring one of the Fargo-Moorhead area’s beloved musicians with performances, community, and great music.
Aug 22 Saturday
Aug 25 Tuesday
Aug 28 Friday
Make your first dance unforgettable with professional wedding dance lessons designed to turn a meaningful tradition into a moment you’ll truly remember. Our 4-week Wedding Dance Workshop series introduces a different dance style each week, giving you the opportunity to explore what feels natural, comfortable, and right for you as a couple. Whether you’re envisioning something romantic, classic, or a little more playful, each session is designed to help you discover your perfect fit for the big day.
No experience is necessary—our lessons are thoughtfully paced for all levels and focused on helping you feel confident, comfortable, and connected every step of the way. You’ll be guided in a supportive, encouraging environment where learning feels easy and enjoyable, not stressful or intimidating.
By the end of the series, you’ll walk away with more than just choreography—you’ll have a first dance that feels authentic to you and a shared experience that sets the tone for your wedding celebration. Reserve your spot today and create a first dance that’s truly your own.
8/28-9/18- Fridays 6:30-7:30
Registration required - $60 for an individual or $120 for couples
https://northernplainsdance.org/adult-classes/
Aug 29 Saturday
21st. Annual Tractor Day.
Swedish Crayfish Party Saturday, August 29, 5-7pm near Lake Park MN. RSVP to Karen for directions and more information . 701-280-1184 land line, 701-367-5314 cell karenraeerickson@gmail.com . This is a potluck , crayfish provided . Event is sponsored by Swedish Cultural Heritage Society of the Red River Valley .swedishsocietyrrv.com We are a non-profit 501(c)3 organization .