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Fargo
Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fargo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The City of West Fargo honored long-time volunteers Steve and Sue Baron for their community service. Steve has served as a firefighter since 1997 and was named chief in 2019, while Sue founded Golden Drive Homeless Kids in 2013 to help local families + inspire neighbors. KVRR
- ➤ Fargo Police ran a 1.4-mile torch run on 5/15/26 from the Regional Training Center to North High School to honor Special Olympics North Dakota (raising awareness ahead of the summer games). The event reinforced the longtime partnership between law enforcement and the athletes in our community. KVRR
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Happy Harry's Ribfest
7:30 p.m. — FARGODOME — Enjoy a variety of mouthwatering BBQ options as summer kicks off with delicious food and fun.
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Mother & Your Own Knife Tour Kickoff
5-10 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available now — Experience a night of exciting music featuring MΩTHER & Your Own Knife along with Brittle, Chronic, and Refuse.
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Midwest Kid Fest
10:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. — Island Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant day of music, laughter, and joyful activities for children at the 27th Annual Midwest Kid Fest.
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Thomas Sticha Live in Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — The Aquarium — Tickets available — Experience an intimate evening with Midwest's emerging country-folk artist Thomas Sticha.
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Nike Swim Camp at Hulbert Aquatic Center
9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Hulbert Aquatic Center — $479 for four days — Enhance competitive swimming skills with expert coaching and comprehensive training.
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