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
Tour local pubs, enjoy music in the park, and grab dinner – all while cruising Thief River Falls' trails and convenient downtown bike lanes!
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!
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!
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!
Threshing bee, flea market, music, games, food stands and blacksmith shop
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!
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.
9th Annual St. Hilaire Lions Redneck Round-a-bout Island Park Race
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.
An adventure race sure to provide enjoyment for beginners and seasoned pros in the obstacle race world. This long-standing Nordic-themed race takes advantage of multiple parks and the river. Great for individuals or teams alike!
The VFW Auxiliary is hosting a grand event to support local schools in Red Lake, Pennington, and Marshall County by collecting donations and school supplies. Join us for a day of fun and fundraising, featuring a motorcycle ride, 50/50 raffle, silent auction, mega raffle, food from Broadway Station, and a live performance by the Hillbilly Rock Show. Ride registration starts at 8:30 am, with the ride beginning at 10 am. Raffle tickets are available from 8:30 am, with drawings at 8 and 10 pm. The silent auction runs from 3 to 7 pm, and the mega raffle drawing is at 10 pm. Enjoy food from 4 to 10 pm and live music throughout the evening.
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.
Take a trip back in time at Old Time Days! Explore the Peder Engelstad Pioneer Village on August 3rd & 4th (1-4pm) for fun activities and a taste of history. $3 admission.
Call 218-681-5767 for details.
Dust off your off-road machines! The TRF Baja Races hit the Pennington County Fairgrounds on Aug 3rd. Pits open at 9am, racing starts at noon. 100% driver payout and trophies!
Details & registration: contact Hogan Lundeen (218-689-7116).
Cruise over to the Street Wizards' 23rd Annual Car Show on Aug 3rd (11am-3pm) at Floyd B. Olson Park! Enjoy classic cars, food vendors, & free kids games. Registration starts at 8am ($20 entry).
For More Information • 218-686-5611
Join us for a crazy day of shopping, food and fun! There will be a downtown market filled with vendors, farm produce, kids activities, food and music.
If you would like to sign up for a free vendor spot, please call Scott at Ingrams Candy Store, Phone 952-210-2069
Conserve water and beautify your garden! The Pennington SWCD hosts its first Make and Take Rain Barrel Workshop. Register by July 26th (limited to 15). $40 covers materials & a meal. Call 218.683.7075 for more details
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.
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.
The teens of ACT are back with this historic musical adventure!
Pennington Stores is hosting a free cookout at Northdale Petro featuring Mike Barry's famous "Pennington Brats," chips, and drinks, plus a chance to ride a mechanical bull (weather permitting) and meet real bull riders and barrel racers!
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.
