Events

Events

Thief River Falls Visitors Guide

Upcoming Events

Halloween Party at the VFW
Oct. 25th, 2024 at 5pm
Spooky Skate
Oct. 26th, 2024 at 3pm to 4pm

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



Aug. 3rd, 2024 at 12pm
Pennington County Fairgrounds

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).

Aug. 3rd, 2024 at 11am to 3pm
Floyd B. Olson Park

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

Aug. 3rd, 2024 at 9am
Downtown Thief River Falls

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

Aug. 1st, 2024
Oakland Park

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

Aug. 1st, 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.

July 25th, 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.

July 24th, 2024 to July 26th, 2024
Northland Community & Tech. College Theater

The teens of ACT are back with this historic musical adventure!

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July 19th, 2024 at 11am to 2pm
Northdale Petro

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!

July 17th, 2024 to July 21st, 2024
Pennington County Fairgrounds

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.

Schedule of Events

July 13th, 2024 at 5pm to 11:30pm
29111 Center Ave. N, Newfolden, MN

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.

July 11th, 2024
Downtown Thief River Falls

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!

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July 11th, 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.

July 9th, 2024 to July 11th, 2024
Northland Community & Tech. College Theater

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.

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July 6th, 2024 at 8pm
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company

Colton Cyr is taking the deck again! Get ready for some live music, great brews, and a lovely evening on the deck.!

June 27th, 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.

June 25th, 2024 to June 27th, 2024
Northland Community & Tech. College Theater

Join us as our children portray the heart-warming story of Nemo and his adventures.

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June 20th, 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.

June 20th, 2024 at 5:30pm
Northland Community & Tech. College Theater

Bring the family for a fun ride on the 8th Street trail to the Kiwanis picnic at Northrup Park!

June 20th, 2024 at 4pm to 8pm
17526 St Hwy 1 NE, Thief River Falls.

Celebrate Summer Solstice and The Shed's 30th anniversary with live music, food trucks, and more!

June 15th, 2024 at 11am to 11pm
324 2nd St E, Thief River Falls, MN

Cribbage, Cornhole, Trivia, & More!

June 12th, 2024 to June 15th, 2024
Wagon Wheel Ridge, Karlstad MN

Kick'n Up Kountry will celebrate its 21st year as it makes its return to Wagon Wheel Ridge in Karlstad, Minnesota

June 7th, 2024 at 4pm to 9pm
Klasen’s Greenhouse, 28572 140th Ave NE, Holt, MN

Klasen's Greenhouse hosts Garden Fest! Vendors, food, music, flower farm tours & planter classes - fun for the whole family!

June 6th, 2024
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.

June 5th, 2024 at 3pm to June 6th, 2024 at 7pm
Fire Station Annex

Drop off a bike, swap for a new one, or snag a refurbished ride (free or by donation)

June 4th, 2024 to June 7th, 2024
Northland Community & Tech. College Theater

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.

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