The best things to do in Grand Forks

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King's Walk Golf Course

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Craving a round that feels a little Scottish without leaving the prairie, King's Walk Golf Course is an Arnold Palmer Signature layout with…

5301 S Columbia Rd

“Craving a round that feels a little Scottish without leaving the prairie, King's Walk Golf Course is an Arnold Palmer Signature layout with rolling links-style fairways that make you think about shotmaking.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, September 5, 2026

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University Park Splash Pad

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Let the kids sprint between sprays while you catch some shade at University Park Splash Pad, a simple way to cool off near UND. Make it a…

404 25th Ave S

“Let the kids sprint between sprays while you catch some shade at University Park Splash Pad, a simple way to cool off near UND. Make it a whole park hang with the playground, tennis courts, and those overachieving flowerbeds and rock garden that always upgrade family photos.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Splashers of the South Seas

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When cabin fever hits, Splashers of the South Seas delivers a 40,000-square-foot indoor escape with towering slides, a lazy river, hot…

1000 S 42nd St

“When cabin fever hits, Splashers of the South Seas delivers a 40,000-square-foot indoor escape with towering slides, a lazy river, hot tubs, and a tipping-bucket play zone. Bring the crew, grab Garbonzo’s pizza between runs, and pretend you took a vacation without leaving town.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Lincoln Golf Course

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Lincoln Golf Course has been teeing up Grand Forks since 1909, and its scenic 9-hole, par 35 layout is perfect when you want a legit round…

250 Elks Dr

“Lincoln Golf Course has been teeing up Grand Forks since 1909, and its scenic 9-hole, par 35 layout is perfect when you want a legit round without sacrificing your whole day. Grab a friend, chase a few pars, then brag about that one silky putt all week.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Grand Forks Country Club

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Grand Forks Country Club blends a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course by Robert Bruce Harris with dialed-in practice,…

794 Co Rd 6

“Grand Forks Country Club blends a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course by Robert Bruce Harris with dialed-in practice, simulators, and lessons, plus a warm golf community.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Northern Air Action Park

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Northern Air Action Park packs multi-level electric go-karts, laser tag, a massive trampoline park, axe throwing, Hologate VR, and a…

1600 32nd Ave S

“Northern Air Action Park packs multi-level electric go-karts, laser tag, a massive trampoline park, axe throwing, Hologate VR, and a prize-happy arcade under one roof. Rally the kids, your coworkers, or that competitive friend and make it a this-week adventure right here in Grand Forks that actually burns off energy.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, September 19, 2026

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River Cinema 15

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Skip the living room reruns and sink into those luxury recliners for a new release or a Flashback Cinemas throwback at River Cinema 15.…

211 Demers Ave #4 (East Grand Forks)

“Skip the living room reruns and sink into those luxury recliners for a new release or a Flashback Cinemas throwback at River Cinema 15. Perfect for a date night or a kid-birthday victory lap with their party rooms, and an easy win for this week’s chill plans.”

From the Grand Forks newsletter, September 12, 2026

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