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
Bigger and better than ever and 122 years old, the fair takes place July 17-21, 2024. Amusement Attractions, shows on the midway, bingo, raffle, and free bandshell entertainment.
Free outdoor live concert with Nashville recording artist Jake McVey at Grand Opening of The Venue at Copper Ridge. Bring your lawn chairs and tour the brand new event center in Newfolden, MN starting at 5PM. Enjoy free appetizers during the tour provided by Hooked Up Catering Music starts at 7PM. Cash bar open with food to purchase from Spud Wagon and Smoke on Wheels, LLC.
Stroll through Downtown TRF on a self-guided tour of over 25 businesses showcasing local artists and offering delicious wine tastings. It's your chance to mingle, sip, and discover some hidden gems of Thief River Falls!
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.
In a satirical take on modern elections, uncharismatic Ned Newley with rock-bottom approval ratings becomes the unlikely gubernatorial candidate, aiming to win by being the worst ever.
Colton Cyr is taking the deck again! Get ready for some live music, great brews, and a lovely evening on the deck.!
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.
Join us as our children portray the heart-warming story of Nemo and his adventures.
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.
Bring the family for a fun ride on the 8th Street trail to the Kiwanis picnic at Northrup Park!
Celebrate Summer Solstice and The Shed's 30th anniversary with live music, food trucks, and more!
Cribbage, Cornhole, Trivia, & More!
Kick'n Up Kountry will celebrate its 21st year as it makes its return to Wagon Wheel Ridge in Karlstad, Minnesota
Klasen's Greenhouse hosts Garden Fest! Vendors, food, music, flower farm tours & planter classes - fun for the whole family!
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.
Drop off a bike, swap for a new one, or snag a refurbished ride (free or by donation)
The story of a pioneer woman and her six daughters, Quilters blends a series of interrelated scenes into a rich mosaic which captures the beauty, terror, joy and rewards of frontier life-a theatrical masterpiece which will linger in memory long after the house lights have risen.
Dance at the Eagles to the Arnstein Killingberg Orchestra
from Norway. $10. Lunch will be served.
This is a family band from Leksvik, North Trondelag, Norway, featuring accordians
and guitar. The orchestra was created in 1930 by Arnstein’s father, Asbjorn, and
now includes third and fourth generations of performers.
NordicFest begings on May 11th with Uff Da Day at Pioneer Village 11Am-4pm. $3 per person. Viking Re-enactments, Lefse Demonstrations, Norwegian Foods & More.
Monday, May 13 – Movie at NCTC Auditorium. 7:00 PM. “Becoming Astrid”
– A biographical story of Astrid Lindgren, beloved Swedish author of Pippi Longstocking,
among other books for children and young adults. Freewill donation.
Tuesday, May 14 – Thief River Falls Public Library 6:30 PM. Ross Sutter:
ScandinavianAmerican
Tunes. Sutter plays guitar, button accordion and dulcimer
and sings a wide variety of songs from his own family and from many trips to
Nordic countries. Humorous stories complete this familyfriendly
show. Free.
Wednesday, May 15 – Syttende Mai Smorgasbord – torsk and pork chop buffet
dinner. $15. Serving 67
PM at the Eagles Hall. Reservations REQUIRED by May
8 to 2186860733.
200 tickets only.
Friday, May 17 – Nordic Fest DANCE at the Eagles, TRF – …
Check out over 100 vendors at the Ralph Engelstad and Huck Olson Arenas for amazing home, sport and family items. This is northwest Minnesota's top vendor event! You don't want to miss it!
January 31, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT: Larissa Fitzgerald, (571) 499-3880, lafitzgerald10@gmail.com
Candlelight Ski & Owl Prowl
On Saturday, February 17th, the Friends of Rydell and Glacial Ridge Refuges Association will be hosting a Candlelight Ski and Owl Prowl at Rydell National Wildlife Refuge near Erskine, MN from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. The timing of this event will coincide with the breeding season of several local owl species, and hopefully clear skies and moderate temperatures!
The Refuge’s Golden Pond and Church Lake trails will be groomed and lighted for this event. Visitors will be able to ski, snowshoe, or walk the trails during this event. There will be several pairs of adult and child size skis as well as snowshoes available for visitors to use free of charge on a first come, first served basis. Even though luminaries will be lit along the trails, we recommend that visitors bring …
The holiday train arrives at 7:30pm with a 7:45pm performance north of City Hall at 405 3rd St. East.
