Good morning, Fargo.

NDSU engineering alum Richard Offerdahl will receive an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters at the commencement ceremony at Fargodome at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 16 (this honor follows his record-setting $25 million donation that created the new engineering complex).

Former Gov. Jack Dalrymple and his wife Betsy will receive Honorary Doctorates from NDSU at 2 p.m. on Saturday, May 16 at the Fargodome; Jack earns a Doctor of Agriculture while Betsy receives a Doctor of Humane Letters (recognizing their service from 2010 to 2016).

Vitalant dedicates May to honoring moms with blood donations that support new mothers facing childbirth complications.

Donors can fill out a card in a mom's name and receive a text when their donation is used.

North Dakota announced over $20 million in rural health grants to support workforce training + improve healthcare services statewide.

Applications for the grants are due May 15, May 22, and May 29.

Petals & Pastries: A Watercolor Experience

4-6 PM — Nichole's Fine Pastry & Café — $80 — Create beautiful floral arrangements and watercolor art while enjoying delicious pastries in a springtime setting.

Splish Splash Bubble Bash Dance Camp

2-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — Registration required — Dive into a bubbly afternoon of dance, arts, and imaginative play for kids aged 3-9.

Stella Standingbear Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience the inspiring music of Stella Standingbear, an acclaimed indigenous artist making waves in the music industry.

Beer, Brats, & Brass

6:00-11:59 p.m. — Fargo Moorhead Symphony — Check for ticket pricing — An energetic evening of brass and percussion paired with brats, brews, and the lively vibe of Brewhalla.

Red River Market: West Fargo Day

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — POW/MIA Plaza — Free entry — Explore a vibrant farmers market featuring over 40 local vendors with food, art, and more.

Midwest Wing Fest 2026

1-5 p.m. — North Dakota Horse Park — Admission required — Dive into a flavorful festival filled with wings, live music, and family fun.

The Lady's Not for Burning

7:30-10:00 PM — Fargo Masonic Center — Cost info not specified — Enjoy a captivating theatrical performance by Undiscovered Country Productions.

Alibi Karaoke Night

9 PM – 1 AM — Alibi Lounge — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of karaoke madness with drinks and music in a vibrant lounge atmosphere.

Movie in the Dirt

6-8 p.m. — Essentia Health Plaza — Free popcorn — Enjoy a screening of Barnyard under the sky with friends and family.

Mark Winters Acoustic Rock Evening

7-11 p.m. — Parachigo — Ticketed event — Enjoy an evening of Acoustic Rock with a positive vibe in Fargo, North Dakota.