Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
Official Newspaper of Eddy County since 1883
One doesn’t have to look far to find summer amusement in North Dakota this season. With average temperatures in the low 80s Fahrenheit and average sunsets at 9:20 p.m., residents and visitors can maximize their fun during the long and warm days. For more information and a complete list of events, go to NDtourism.com or call (800) 435-5663.
Fargo’s 42nd Annual Downtown Street Fair
Fargo, July 18 - 20
Enjoy a stroll through Fargo’s charming downtown to take part in North Dakota’s largest free outdoor event. Vendor booths line Broadway Avenue with fine art, jewelry, photography and quality crafts. Taste delicious food and enjoy live entertainment while discovering fun, new treasures. Visit http://www.downtownfargo.com; (701) 242-1570.
North Dakota Governor’s Walleye Cup Fishing Derby
Garrison, July 19 - 20
Show off your fishing skills at the North Dakota Governor’s Walleye Cup Fishing Derby. While the competition may be stiff, there is plenty of fun to go around. Anglers 17 and under can participate in a Junior Governor’s Cup on Saturday morning. Learn more at http://www.ndgovernorscup.com/ or call (701) 337-5576.
North Dakota State Fair
Minot, July 19 - 27
The North Dakota State Fair is back for another year of quintessential summer fun. Fairgoers enjoy a smorgasbord of sweet and savory from food vendors, get out of the sun at agricultural displays and other sideshows and sway the night away to live music. Headliners this year include Tim McGraw, Rascall Flatts, Rick Springfield and Starship. Of course, midway rides are a highlight day or night. Visit https://ndstatefair.com/; (701) 857-7620.
Fargo Blues Festival
Fargo, July 26 - 27
Enjoy two days of bluesy tunes at Newman Outdoor Field during Fargo’s Blues Festival, recently recognized as one of the nation’s top blues festivals. Learn more at http://fargobluesfest.homestead.com/.
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