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Water-lovers don’t have to leave town to find some high-quality H2O activities. The Red River, which often gets overlooked, provides plenty of water-based fun, from fishing and boating to the theme of this post: canoeing and kayaking. Below are all the details on getting on the water in Fargo. Rent a kayak or …READ MORE

With a rich Scandinavian and German heritage, Fargoans tend to adapt many of their ancestors’ drinking habits. Here are some ways to keep up with us when you’re here: Put odd things in your beer Although we do like our craft beer in the Midwest, a lot of us also partake in a …READ MORE

It sometimes feels like Fargo is built around 21+ activities – seventeen breweries, distilleries, cideries, and wineries, a thriving downtown bar scene, and endless mug nights are proof of that. Some would say it’s rough being underage in Fargo. Others, that it’s downright boring. Hopefully this guide of things to do if you’re under …READ MORE

Some people go to the Red River Valley Fair for the rides, the concerts, and the cute-as-heck animals, but we know the real showstopper: the food. Stands upon stands of delicious food wait just inside the gates (which are free admission during the weekdays over the lunch hours – 11 to 1 – in case …READ MORE

Fargo may be a city, but its roots are agricultural – we swear that whole “amber waves of grain” line was written for us. Just drive 15 minutes in any direction outside city limits and you’ll find yourself in fields of corn, soybeans, sunflowers, wheat, and really anything that grows. Every summer, a …READ MORE

Every July, the Red River Valley lights up with carnival rides, food stands, live music, and family fun galore. Midwesterners take their county and state fairs seriously, and the Red River Valley Fair (from July 10-15) is no exception. It’s especially great for families looking for days of fun outings and things to do …READ MORE

As soon as the snow melts in North Dakota and Minnesota, it’s shorts season – other places call this summer. The Northern Midwest doesn’t get as long of a summer as other regions, so locals covet the warm weather and celebrate with a very specific set of must-dos. Here’s how to summer like a …READ MORE

When you house an epic movie prop in your Visitors Center, it’s only natural that people want to take pictures with it. So we encourage them, with funny hats and stuff. But we also judge them, and show our adoration for the top shots here, every month. Want to be included? Just tag …READ MORE

Fargo was recently ranked as the most patriotic city in North Dakota, so we obviously go all out for our 4th of July celebrations. If you’re in town for the day, or for the entire weekend, here’s an itinerary to fill your days. Wednesday, July 4th Bonanzaville: A Historical Independence Day To start …READ MORE

The first of two Streets Alive! events is happening this Sunday, August 28th from noon ’til 5:00 PM.