Events

Events

Thief River Falls Visitors Guide

Upcoming Events

LaFave Beach Bash
June 26th, 2025 at 5pm to 9pm
"Movie in the Gardens"
June 26th, 2025 at 6:30pm
Thief River Falls Farmer's Market
Saturdays (until 27 September 2025) at 9am to 12pm
June 28th, 2025 at 9am
Music in the Park: Kenny & The Classics
July 1st, 2025 at 7pm to 8:30pm

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



Feb. 2nd, 2025 at 1pm to 3pm
8th St. Bridge in Thief River Falls

Join the Knights of Columbus for the 68th Annual 𝑰𝒄𝒆 π‘­π’Šπ’”π’‰π’Šπ’π’ˆ π‘«π’†π’“π’ƒπ’š 𝑻𝑯𝑰𝑺 π‘Ίπ’–π’π’…π’‚π’š, 𝑭𝒆𝒃. 2𝒏𝒅, 1-3 PM at the 8th St. Bridge in Thief River Falls! Free minnows, drilled holes, & prizes for the biggest catch ($100 for largest Northern/Walleye, $50 first fish)! All ages welcome, 18+ for the $1000 raffle. Hot concessions available. Proceeds support local scholarships & programs.

Feb. 1st, 2025 at 10:30am to 5pm
Serendipity Art Hub, 708 Davis Ave N, Thief River Falls

Grab a friend and come glaze some pottery to get you ready for game day.
Walk-ins are welcome but you can also reserve your spot in 2 hour increments to guarantee space at the table and to let us know you are coming.

Feb. 1st, 2025 at 10:30am to 4:30pm
Old Bostwicks, 204 Labree Ave N, Thief River Falls

Spread the love (and maybe a few jelly beans) with a Gnome Candy Jar workshop! Learn to create this adorable and functional piece at Old Bostwicks. All materials are provided, including candy. Class fee is $20. RSVP required to ensure enough supplies for everyone.

Daily (until 30 January 2025)
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company, 324 2nd St E, Thief River Falls, MN

Weekly Cribbage Tournaments are calling your name. $10 a person, includes a drink token, and there is are weekly prizes. No need to pre-register - show up ready to count and get your 15's on.

Jan. 25th, 2025 at 8pm to 10pm
Legacy Events Center, 16458 160th Ave NE Hwy 1, Thief River Falls, MN

Don't Get left out in the Cold! Β Experience a night out for some laughs and stand-up comedy (sit down comedy if we are tired!) with Eric Slivoskey and Matthew Ternus! Enjoy some beverages, comforting food, and the warm and welcoming atmosphere of the Legacy Event Center in Thief River Falls! Tickets available HERE!

Jan. 25th, 2025 at 9am to 12pm
Legacy Events Center, 16458 160th Ave NE Hwy 1, Thief River Falls

Celebrate the winter season at the 1st Annual January Jubilee! This free community event features a variety of family-friendly activities, including games, face painting, a bounce house, indoor ice fishing, a book swap, winter cornhole, a bake sale, and hot chocolate.

Jan. 24th, 2025 to Jan. 26th, 2025
Thief River Falls

Bundle up and join the fun at Thief River Falls' 1st annual Frost Fest! This three-day winter extravaganza kicks off on January 24th with a fish fry at St. Bernard's, followed by the Frost Fest Parade and a rocking performance by Hairball at The Ralph. The excitement continues on Saturday with a 5k run, a Snow Golf tournament, a hot dish cook-off, and plenty of family-friendly activities like a bike ride, learn to play Kubb, and a scavenger hunt. Wrap up the weekend with a relaxing beer yoga session on Sunday. With snow sculptures, fire pits, and a lighted cross-country ski trail, Frost Fest is the perfect winter festival for the whole family!

Jan. 24th, 2025 at 7pm
Ralph Englestad Arena

Get Ready to Rock with Hairball Live in concert on Friday, January 24! Tickets On sale NOW!

Jan. 18th, 2025 at 9am
Broadway Station, 215 Broadway Ave N, Saint Hilaire, MN

The St. Hilaire Vintage Snowmobile Show features vintage snowmobiles, a scenic ride, auctions, raffles, and a grand prize from Auto Value Parts in Thief River Falls! 100% of proceeds support local cancer fighters through the North Country Horseman's Trails To Treatments program. Contact 218-689-4218 for more info.

Jan. 15th, 2025 at 6pm to 9pm
Lincoln High School, 101 Knight Ave S, Thief River Falls

Gather your friends for a fun night out! You will have the opportunity to make and design your own custom dough bowl. There will be several ribbons and decor to customize your candles. Many scents available to choose from. While candles cool, you will make your own bath/shower salts with himalayan sea salt, spa salts, botanicals and scent. There may be down time while candles cool. Class can last 3-4 hours.

Jan. 13th, 2025 at 5am
Great North Fitness, 1520 Hwy 32 S, Thief River Falls

Kick off your new year with a 6-week in-person or at-home health challenge focusing on building healthy habits and achieving lasting results. This program is designed for all fitness levels and offers group classes or at-home options.

Jan. 12th, 2025 at 4pm to 5pm
Yoga4Life Studio, 114 East 3rd Street, Thief River Falls

Immerse yourself in an hour of relaxation and transformation with this unique event combining sound therapy and Reiki healing. Guided by experienced practitioners, you'll be led through deep relaxation and sound baths, releasing tension and promoting healing on all levels. Open to all ages and backgrounds, this experience is designed to bring balance and well-being to your mind, body, and spirit.

Jan. 12th, 2025 at 12pm
Rivers & Rails Brewing Company, 324 2nd St E, Thief River Falls, MN

Immerse yourself in the art and science of brewing beer. Join Jonny at Rivers and Rails Brewery for a hands-on experience where you'll brew a surprise IPA together. Each participant receives two pints on brew day, four-pack of cans of the finished product, and an educational experience they'll love. $100 per person, limited to 15 participants. Register online or at the brewery.

Jan. 11th, 2025 at 10am to 10:30am
Sanford Wellness Center, 1676 Highway 59 SE, Thief River Falls

Bring your little ones (and siblings) who need to use some energy and play at the KidFit Zone at Sanford Wellness Center. It's also a nice time for parents to get to chat with others too. This is a free event for families with ECFE aged children (0-5 yr olds).

Jan. 1st, 2025 at 12pm
VFW Post #2793, 123 Horace Ave N, Thief River Falls

Join us for a New Year's Party at the VFW! The festivities kick off at 12 PM, featuring 20 exciting games of Bingo. There’s a guaranteed payout of $500 for Blackout Bingo and cash prizes ranging from $200 to $500 for Horse Races! Along with other opportunities to win prizes from Paddlewheel and Booth Pull-tabs. We welcome anyone who would like to bring a dish for our potluck. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Jan. 1st, 2025 at 10am to 1pm
Serendipity Art Hub, 708 Davis Ave N, Thief River Falls

Crafting and ringing in the new year at noon. Sign your children up using the QR code or visit www.serendipityarthub.com and look under classes and Hub Happenings.

Dec. 31st, 2024 at 9pm to 11:59pm
Rusty Nail, 307 Main Ave N, Thief River Falls

Let's ring in the new year at the Rusty Nail once again! It's New Years Eve, so let's ring it in like we all know we can with a #100ProofTime!

Dec. 31st, 2024 at 5pm
The Venue at Copper Ridge

Ring in the New Year in style at The Venue at Copper Ridge with a festive Adult Prom featuring live music, a dinner buffet, and a champagne toast! Tickets start at $20 for the dance only and $80 for the cocktail hour, dinner buffet, and dance! Reserve your tickets HERE

Dec. 31st, 2024 at 5pm
VFW Post #2793, 123 Horace Ave N, Thief River Falls

Join us for the New Year's Eve Party at the VFW! Festivities begin at 5 PM with our regular 17 games of Bingo, featuring a guaranteed $500 payout for Blackout. Make sure to stick around after Bingo for a live performance by John Vincent and The Hillbilly Boys as we welcome the new year together!

Dec. 27th, 2024 at 10am to 3pm
River Church, 1565 Hwy. 59 SE, Thief River Falls

Get ready to shake off those winter wiggles at our family-friendly inflatable event! Join us on Friday, December 27th at River Church for a day of fun and excitement. Bounce houses, slides, and more await!

Dec. 24th, 2024 at 11am to 1pm
Free Church 211 Arnold Ave. N. Thief River Falls

The Salvation Army, Food Shelf, and Free Church are providing a FREE Community Christmas Eve meal! In-person and delivery options are available. Sign up for a meal or help prepare & serve by visiting trfchristmas.com

Dec. 21st, 2024 at 6pm

Get ready for the holidays by creating a beautiful Christmas centerpiece. This hands-on workshop will guide you through the process of crafting a festive arrangement to impress your guests.

Dec. 19th, 2024 at 6pm to 7:30pm
The Shed, 115 3rd St E, Thief River Falls, MN

Join the Shed Girls in making a beautiful Christmas Centerpiece. Each individual will be able to pick your own base and create an arrangement from a large collection of fresh flowers and decorations.
Limit 15

Class FGE118 Sign up with Community Ed

Dec. 17th, 2024 at 5:30pm to 7:30pm
The Line on 59, 203 3rd St W, Thief River Falls

Join us for a festive evening of fun and creativity! Paint your own unique holiday cards and a wooden ornament, all while enjoying delicious food and drinks. This event is perfect for a fun night out with friends and family.

Dec. 17th, 2024 at 3pm
Challenger Elementary School

Do NOT Open Until Christmas will remain a mystery until ... Christmas. We will complete a Christmas gift, make a card and decorate a bag create a surprise Christmas gift, card, and bag on Dec. 17th (bring a paint shirt)! Register now: http://trf.reg.eleyo.com

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