Good morning, Fargo.

The Red River Zoo broke ground for the new Red Panda Passage near the carousel, which will feature expanded outdoor habitats and indoor care spaces for all nine red pandas; the project has received support from Chord Energy + a $250,000 grant and community backing.

Fans of anime, science fiction and pop culture are at Fargo CoreCon (at the Holiday Inn near West Acres Mall) since Thursday and the event will run through Sunday.

Attendees enjoy retro video games, merchant booths, and panels on space and science fiction themes.

Horace Mann Elementary School broke ground as students and staff began merging Horace Mann with Roosevelt and Madison into one unified school.

The historic site, which has served the community for over 100 years, will close its doors for construction soon and reopen in fall 2028.

Red River Zoo held a groundbreaking ceremony Friday morning for a new red panda facility funded by a major donation; the project will give endangered pandas a modern home and mark executive director Sally Mulvena’s final milestone as she moves to a new zoo job in Florida next month.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mini Popstars Summer Day Camp

1-4 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance — $120 for three days — Unleash your child's creativity with dancing, crafts, and a mini performance at the end of the camp.

K-Pop Hero Academy Dance Camp

5-7 p.m. — Gasper's School of Dance, South Studio — No cost information provided — Kids ages 3-9 become K-Pop idols while experiencing music, movement, and creativity.

Cultivate Conference 2026

8 AM - 5 PM — Synclaire Events Venue — Refunds up to 7 days before event — Explore the intersection of technology and agriculture at this insightful conference.