- The list below includes 10 free or cheap things to do in or near Grand Forks, North Dakota, including 10 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Movie Theaters, Colleges & Universities and Art Museum.
- From University of North Dakota to Japanese Gardens, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Grand Forks and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Arvilla.
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The campus of the University of North Dakota sits in Grand Forks. This large public university has highly regarded programs in business, medicine, aviation and the laboratory sciences. It is also a respected liberal arts institution.
2.2 Miles
The opulent Japanese Gardens in Grand Forks, North Dakota features exotic plants and a tasteful, serene atmosphere. It is a wonerful destination for a quiet afternoon stroll. Admission is free.
0.1 Miles
83%
53 votes
Memorial Park, N. 3rd St. and DeMers, Grand Forks, ND
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The Flood Memorial Monument shows the height of the April 18, 1997, flood that forced 50,000 residents to flee their homes, destroyed 11 downtown buildings, and cost $2 billion dollars in property damage. The statue also shows dates and water heights of previous floods.
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Visitors can enjoy a just over a quarter mile high banked auto racing track at River Cities Speedway. The race track features family fun nights and free candy tosses every Friday night.
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9 votes
2405 Belmont Road, Grand Forks, ND 58201
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With six different original or replica historic buildings to tour, the Grand Forks County Historical Society Myra Museum educates visitors on the history of life in the area. Exhibits include an all metal home, gas station, and general store.
1.8 Miles
85%
26 votes
University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, Grand Forks, ND 58202
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The North Dakota Museum of Art features contemporary art from the 1970s to the present with a special emphasis on Native American art. In addition, the museum has a cafe featuring sandwiches, soups, and salads, and a gift shop.
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Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the Alerus Center is a large, multi-purpose convention space. It has stages, a ballroom, several beautiful wedding sites, corporate meeting rooms and other areas for large events. It is also a sports venue and hosts a popular annual Christmas bazaar.
2.7 Miles
Carmike 10 is a movie theater that has 10 screens and shows new releases, including both 2d and 3d versions of some films. Showtimes start in the late afternoon with some films having 5 airings in one day.
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Red Ray Lanes is a bowling alley with 24 lanes, all with electronic scoring. The alley hosts cosmic bowling in the evenings, and offers open bowling, tournaments, and league play.
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95%
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22 miles west of Grand Forks on Highway 2, Arvilla, ND
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Located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, the Turtle River State Park runs adjacent to the Turtle River, north of Arvilla. The 780-acre park, which was initially established in the 30s, features hiking and biking trails and a sledding hill.