Events

Events

Thief River Falls Visitors Guide

Upcoming Events

The Night the Music Died; A 1950's Sock Hop Gone Sour
Sept. 13th, 2024 at 5:30pm to 10pm
The Acoust Hicks Live
Sept. 13th, 2024 at 8pm to 11:30pm
Everybody’s Market in Thief River Falls
Sept. 14th, 2024 at 9am to 3pm
Disc Golf Oakland Park Open
Sept. 14th, 2024 at 9am

In Thief River Falls you can choose from an endless list of events.

We have worldclass snowmobile races, cultural festivals and entertainment, county fairs, Fourth of July fireworks nearby, historical celebrations and professional bull riding contests. Check out our calendar below.


Past Events



Sept. 13th, 2024 at 8pm to 11:30pm
Thief River Falls VFW Post# 2793

Parking lot party at TRF VFW featuring live music from The Acoust Hicks!

Sept. 13th, 2024 at 5:30pm to 10pm
16458 160th Avenue Northeast

Solve a murder mystery and dance the night away at a 1950s sock hop! All proceeds benefit the TRF Area Community Fund. Tickets are limited, so grab yours today!

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Sept. 10th, 2024 at 7:30pm
Lincoln High School Auditorium

New York City-based R&B sensation, is coming to Thief River Falls on Tuesday, September 10th at 7:30 PM. Known for their captivating stage presence and soulful vocals, Uptown blends classic R&B with contemporary pop, reminiscent of artists like Bruno Mars, Stevie Wonder, and Marvin Gaye. Tickets are available at The Times, Kezar Music, and Hugo's. For more info, contact Edie Brandli at 218-688-0017.

Sept. 8th, 2024 at 4pm
Rivers and Rails Brewing Company

Beer yoga on the deck? By the river? Inside? Location is always evolving and is for EVERYONE. Come around 3:45 to get your drink and mat laid down, it's yoga time! $20 includes a beverage of choice and yoga.

Sept. 7th, 2024 at 9am
Brooks, MN

Fun for the whole family at the 53rd annual Blast to Brooks!! Vendor flea market, softball tournament, car show, parade, kids games, coin dig, ping pong drop, sumo wrestling, corn hole tournament, kids tractor barrel train rides, face painting, music, food vendors, beer garden and more!

Saturdays (until 28 September 2024) at 9am to 12pm
Sept. 14th, 2024 at 9am
Floyd B. Olson Park

The Thief River Falls Farmers Market is back for the 2024 season, bursting with fresh, local produce and handcrafted goods. Every Saturday, from June 15th to September 28th, head to Floyd B. Olson Park and get ready to stock up on all the season's best!

Sept. 7th, 2024 at 7am to Sept. 8th, 2024 at 5:30pm
Strathcona, MN

Northland Threshing Bee is a two-day event celebrating rural heritage. Enjoy demonstrations of traditional crafts, farming, and historical machinery. Indulge in delicious food and live entertainment. Admission is free after 4 PM on Saturday.

Sept. 6th, 2024 at 5:30pm to Sept. 8th, 2024 at 1pm
Newfolden, MN

A celebration of community, friends, neighbors, and family! This year we highlight the new additions to MCC with building tours, activities, and our theme: Building The Future!

Sept. 6th, 2024 at 2pm to Sept. 7th, 2024
Thief River Golf Club

Enjoy a weekend of fun at the Thief River Golf Club! This two-day, two-person team golf tournament starts Friday, September 6th, with a 2 PM tee-off. After the round, enjoy food, a raffle, drinks, and live music from The Blacklist. On Saturday, September 7th, the tournament continues with a shotgun start at 10 AM. All are welcome to attend, whether you're a golfer or just looking for a good time.

Aug. 30th, 2024
Thief River Falls VFW Post# 2793

Get ready for an evening of fun at the VFW! Join us for Bingo at 5 pm, and then stick around as the DJ spins funky tunes starting at 8 pm. See you there!

Aug. 30th, 2024 at 5pm
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company

End of the month strikes again. Music bingo sets the tone for an awesome night of open mic talent. Get your friends, let’s jam, and have a great time together. All activities are free and always provide a good time!

Aug. 29th, 2024 at 7pm
Floyd B. Olson Park

Free concert in the Park every Thursday! Bring your own chair or blanket and settle in for a fun evening! In case of rain, venue will move to the TRF Eagles.

Aug. 27th, 2024 at 6pm to 7pm
Northern Aroma & Bbs Clothing

Come join us to make patched Jean jackets! $30 will include a youth Jean jacket with whatever patches you use. $40 will include an adult Jean jacket with whatever patches you use. LIMITED SPOTS!! Payment due at time of sign up.

Aug. 25th, 2024
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company

1000 piece puzzle contest coming to you on August 25. We’re giving you 3 hours to do this. Will it be you? $40 per team, max of 4 people per team, prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place and you keep the puzzle at the end. Can pay in Venmo @riversandrails or at the brewery.

Aug. 24th, 2024 to Aug. 25th, 2024
Grygla, MN

Street dances, parade, kiddie games, and demo derby!

Aug. 22nd, 2024 at 7pm
Floyd B. Olson Park

Free concert in the Park every Thursday! Bring your own chair or blanket and settle in for a fun evening! In case of rain, venue will move to the TRF Eagles.

Aug. 22nd, 2024 at 5:30pm
TRF Eagles Club

Tour local pubs, enjoy music in the park, and grab dinner – all while cruising Thief River Falls' trails and convenient downtown bike lanes!

Aug. 21st, 2024
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company

Trivia for the summer is EVERY Wednesday. We will have normal trivia rounds the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month and the opposite Wednesdays will be special category trivia. We'll post them as Jonny creates them. Everything stays the same otherwise, start at 6:30, free to play, and prizes to be won!

Aug. 21st, 2024
St. Bernard's Church TRF

Join us for a fun-filled day at the St. Bernard's Block Party! Enjoy live music, food trucks, a farmer's market, and bouncy houses for the kids. There's something for everyone!

Aug. 20th, 2024
Challenger Elementary School

FREE food, games, bouncy houses, gently used clothes & info from community organizations that are here to assist your family! Back to School Night is a partnership between Challenger Elementary, Nexus Church, and the Free Church to offer a night of family fun for our community!

Aug. 17th, 2024 to Aug. 18th, 2024
Viking, MN

Threshing bee, flea market, music, games, food stands and blacksmith shop

Aug. 16th, 2024 to Aug. 17th, 2024
Pennington County Fairgrounds

RiverFest is back, and this year it's moving to a brand new location: the fairgrounds! Mark your calendars and get ready for a weekend of fun for the whole community!

Get Your 2024 RiverFest Tickets Today!

Aug. 15th, 2024 at 7pm
Floyd B. Olson Park

Songwriters Night featuring Billy Kezar, Mike Holmgren, Sydney Melby, Jonny Artmann, Terry Ruud, Carl Unbehaun, John Kimball!

Bring your own chair or blanket and settle in for a fun evening! In case of rain, venue will move to the TRF Eagles.

Aug. 10th, 2024
St Hilaire's Island Park

9th Annual St. Hilaire Lions Redneck Round-a-bout Island Park Race

Aug. 10th, 2024
Thief River Golf Club

The 16th annual Eagles Summer Scramble will take place on August 10th, 2024, at the Thief River Golf Club. Registration opens at 9am with tee-off at 10am. For $75, participants can enjoy a round of golf, a burger bar, a chance to win door prizes, and contribute to a worthy cause. After the tournament, 100 Proof will provide live music at the Eagles Club from 8pm to 12am.

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