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
Join the Antique Snowmobile Club of America for their public show, beginning at 9:00 am on Saturday, June 14th! There is a banquet at 5:00 pm, which needs an RSVP by Memorial Day. $20.00 a ticket | Tony: 1-218-839-3133 or Wyatt: 1-218-689-4788. There will also be a raffle drawing for a 1965 Lil Andy Snowmobile, auction of donated items, with all proceeds going back to fund ASCOA.
Join Rivers & Rails Brewing Co. as just $5 is all you need to dye anything you want. We'll have all you need. If you want to buy a shirt that night, we'll have some available for $10. So bring your shoes, shirts, towels, socks, or anything you want and we'll help you get started. Plan for around an hour and half to do this. We have to soak your the dye item for about an hour and then we'll get your shirt ready to be dyed. You'll take the shirt home in a plastic bag to sit for at least 24 hours and then wash it at home. We'll have all you need for this hippy good time!
Join the Antique Snowmobile Club of America for their Summer Meeting on Friday, June 13th at 6:00 pm at the Pioneer Village.
Join Falls Stay N' Play for a SUMMER KICK OFF PARTY with Trevor D and XL93! Come out from 3-6pm and enjoy our 93¢ menu! 93¢ minigolf 93¢ go karts 93¢ hotdogs 93¢ pop *while supplies last
Join Pioneer 90.1 Radio with their weekly Concerts in the Park music series! Each week, area performers entertain the crowd with their incredible music talents. If the chance of rain, concert will be moved to the TRF Eagles, located at 305 Red Lake Blvd. Concerts and broadcasts on Pioneer 90.1 are made possible by the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
Come for Bingo and other great games, but stay for an unforgettable Parking Lot Party at the VFW! Enjoy great music, delicious food, and a fantastic atmosphere as we come together to celebrate. Don't miss out on this wonderful community event!
Swap out an old bike or get a new one! From smallest sizes up to adult, mountain bikes, cruisers and everything in between!
Swap out an old bike or get a new one! From smallest sizes up to adult, mountain bikes, cruisers and everything in between!
Join Pioneer 90.1 Radio as they kick off the weekly Concerts in the Park music series! Each week, area performers entertain the crowd with their incredible music talents. If the chance of rain, concert will be moved to the TRF Eagles, located at 305 Red Lake Blvd. Concerts and broadcasts on Pioneer 90.1 are made possible by the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
Please join Advance Thief River, as they welcome Mayor Mike Lorenson for coffee and conversation. He’ll be talking about the City of Thief River Falls’ commitment to the small business community—and sharing the work the city is doing to support and strengthen local businesses.
Mayor Lorenson also wants to hear directly from small business owners. Your experiences, insights, and ideas are essential to shaping future strategies for growth and success in our region.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is a valuable opportunity to connect, collaborate and be part of the conversation.
Let’s build momentum together—see you there!
This event is open to Cub Scouts and Non-Cub Scouts for only $20. We do ask everyone preregister here https://scoutingevent.com/429-91759 and registration closes May 24. This should be a fun day event where youth can try leather working, build their own invention, archery, bb guns and more! A parent or guardian is required to stay during the event, and you must bring your own lunch. You can also check out our event on Facebook here https://www.facebook.com/share/14zpkNZPLs/.
It's time to celebrate the senior class of 2025, as they graduate high school.
The Jake Bastyr Band will play dance music at the Eagles from 6:00-10:00 pm. $7.50 admission. Come dance with us! Eagles Pizza available for purchase.
Coffee and Norwegian goodies by the Sons of Norway. Music by Cathy Erickson. All welcome!
Movie Night at the NCTC Auditorium, 7:00 pm. The movie is "Number 24", the true story of Gunnar Sonsteby, the most highly decorated citizen in Norway, including being the only civilian awarded Norway's highest military decoration. Sonsteby was a young man who joined the Resistance to fight the Nazi occupation during WWII. Freewill donation.
Syttende Mai Smorgasbord catered dinner at the Eagles. Serving 6:00-7:00 pm. Roast beef, torsk, mashed potatoes/gravy, vegetable, roll and other Norwegian delicacies. $16.00. Reservations REQUIRED by May 8th to 218.686.0733. 200 tickets only.
The Small Business Skill Share Expo is a networking and learning event designed to connect local entrepreneurs, freelancers, and small businesses with the community. Attendees can discover local services, connect with industry professionals, and gain valuable insights from expert presenters.
Ariane Erickson is sailing into the Thief River Falls Public Library from 4:00-5:30 pm, armed with her newest picture book, "Freya Takes Charge!", an epic Viking story time featuring a mighty book reading (Vikings make good books), a shield and helmet making activity (no Viking can train without them), and a Viking alphabet craft (yes, Vikings can read). All ages welcome to the fun! Books available for purchase, autographed by author Ariane Erickson.
Get ready for an exciting day of innovation and exploration at our Auto Career Day Open House and Car Show! Join us on May 10, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm, for an opportunity to dive into the world of cars and careers.
Unleash your creativity with our Painting Simulator, where you can try your hand at customizing a car. Stroll through our car show and admire a variety of vehicles on display. You'll also have the chance to connect with Northland students and faculty from the Auto Body Collision Technology and Automotive Service Technology Programs.
Delicious food will be available for purchase, courtesy of the Hive, so come hungry! Parking and entrance are conveniently located on the east side of Northland's TRF campus. Best of all, this event is absolutely FREE for everyone! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to rev up your passion for cars—see you there!
$3 per person, Viking reenactments, Norwegian foods and more! What else could you want on this first day of Nordic Fest!
Get your shopping bags ready and head out in the town for some good ol'e fashion garage sales! You never know what you might find!
Get ready for FISHING OPENER! Held each May since 1948, it is a tradition in the state of Minnesota to 'take your mom fishing' for Mother's Day weekend. Grab your lures and get ready to hook, line and reel them in!
Test your knowledge of all things music and join us at The Piggy BBQ for some Music BINGO! Let's pack the house and see who knows the most music knowledge!
Join us at Greenwood Trails Parking lot at 7:30 am, where kids can bike, walk or roll to school! Kids will be escorted to their respective schools: Challenger, St. Bernard's, St. John's and Franklin Middle School. Kids will leave at 7:45 am. Be safe and wear a helmet!
