SummerFest 2026 * Grafton, ND
Thursday, June 25th – Sunday, June 28th

SummerFest 2026 * Grafton, ND
Wednesday, June 24th – Sunday, June 28th
 
Like our Facebook page “Grafton Area Chamber of Commerce/DMV” and
watch www.graftonevents.com and the Grafton ND phone app
for updates on the 2026 SummerFest schedule and other upcoming community events.
We thank all of our community partners who work hard to help bring this celebration to life.
 
Wednesday, June 24th
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts Cosmetic Facial Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @ShaktiMoon
  • 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Cabin Road Bike Night (24 E 5th Street)
    • Ride your bicycle to the coffeehouse and receive a discount
 
Thursday, June 25th  
  • 9:00 a.m. Grafton Booster Golf Tournament at Fair Oaks Golf Course (30 Golf Course Rd)
  • 10:00 a.m.  Fourth Annual Grafton Arbor Walk at Leistikow Park sponsored by the Walsh County Three Rivers Soil Conservation District (Leistikow Park’s Main Trail Entrance, 515 W 5th Street)
  • 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Carnegie Regional Library Book Sale (630 Griggs Ave)
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts Cosmetic Facial Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @ShaktiMoon
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts BlaqTaffy Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @BlaqTaffyTattoo
  • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Rhubarb Festival & Vendor Show at Historic Elmwood House (2nd Street and Stephen Ave)
  • 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Celebrate SummerFest at Byrdie’s Lounge (500 Hill Ave)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Extra End Grafton Booster Bash – Henry & Friends Karaoke (15 E 5th Street)
 
Friday, June 26th
  • 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Carnegie Regional Library Book Sale (630 Griggs Ave)
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts BlaqTaffy Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @BlaqTaffyTattoo
  • 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 pm. Cabin Road Coffeehouse Takeover by the Grafton Beautification Committee serving Lemonade, Dirty Sodas & Sweet Treats (24 E 5th Street)
  • 5:00 p.m. Grafton’s Summer Youth Theater Camp performance of “The Lion King Kids” at Grafton Performing Arts Center at Grafton Public School – Door 27 (1548 School Road)
  • 5:30 p.m. Rib-Fest Cook-off (until gone) in the Grafton Chamber parking lot sponsored by Hansons Chevrolet and your Heartland Chevy Dealers (432 Hill Ave)
  • 7:00 p.m. Ducky Derby in front of Cabin Road Coffeehouse on 5th Street (24 E 5th Street)
    • Fundraiser for Grafton Beautification Committee’s Monarch Alley Creative Commons
  • 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. Celebrate SummerFest at Byrdie’s Lounge (500 Hill Ave)
  • 8:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Extra End Patio Party – “Twilight” performing (15 E 5th Street)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Rosie’s Parking Lot Party (608 Hill Ave)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Last Chance Bar & Grill Dance Party with music outside (118 E 5th Street)
 
 Saturday, June 27th
  • 9:00 a.m. SummerFest Youth Fun Run hosted by Grafton High School Track & Field – sign up in front of Namaste (726 Hill Ave) – pre-registration link available on GHS Track & Field Facebook page
  • 9:15 a.m.  SummerFest Parade line up
    • Coordinate with your group to meet before arriving at the staging area.  Parade directors cannot assist in finding your float.
    • Large class floats (semi-trailers/car haulers) are to line up by Grafton Parks & Recreation on the north side of 5th Street entering by the Happy Tails Bark Park off of School Road.
    • All other parade entries are to enter the staging area via 6th Street from McHugh Avenue.
  • 10:00 a.m. SummerFest Grand Parade (route starts on 5th street by Leistikow Park, turning south on Hill Ave to 11th street) Parade entry forms available online at www.graftonevents.com
  • 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Grafton SummerFest Vendor & Craft Show at the Grafton Armory (309 Hill Ave)
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts BlaqTaffy Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @theblaqtaffytattooco
  • 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Leistikow Park SummerFest Saturday (435 W 5th Street)
    • 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Food Vendors – located in the northwest parking lot
    • 11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. FREE Inflatables – provided by Jump 4 Joy, LLC of Hatton, ND
      • Obstacle course, 2 bounce house combos, wet slide, and more!
    • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. FREE SWIM at Leistikow Park pool, sponsored by the Grafton Kiwanis and an anonymous donor
      • Pool will be open from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with regular admission
    • 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Pollinator Garden Show and Tell – Open House at the Certified Pollinator Garden located at the north end of Leistikow Park
      • Tours starting on the hour at 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
    • 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Leistikow Park Trail Rides – meet at Riverwalk Shelter
      • Admission is $5.00 per person – fundraiser for Leistikow Park Pool Project
    • And more!
  • 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Lunch served at Heritage Village – “To Go” lunches available (695 W 12th Street)
    • Heritage Village buildings open to the public & carousel rides from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Grafton Lutheran SummerFest Grill – “To-Go” lunches available (143 W 5th Street)
  • 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Grilling at Crave N It, LLC featuring performance by the Dusty James River Band (1004 Hill Ave behind Xperience Health & Fitness)
  • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Valley Cruisers Car Club’s Car Show N’ Shine at Heritage Village (695 W 12th Street)
  • 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Grafton Alumni Open House at Fair Oaks Golf Course Clubhouse (30 Golf Course Rd)
  • 3:00 p.m. Burn Out Contest (south end of School Road)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Rosie’s Parking Lot Party (608 Hill Ave)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. Last Chance Bar & Grill Patio Dance Party with music outside (118 E 5th Street)
  • 9:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. Extra End Patio Party – "Spare Parts" performing (15 E 5th Street)
  • Dusk – SummerFest Fireworks sponsored by Marvin & Marvin Employees (south of school, 1548 School Road)
    • Concessions will be available for purchase – cash only
 
Sunday, June 28th
  • Relax, visit and say your farewells!
  • 11:00 a.m. Shakti Moon Studio hosts BlaqTaffy Tattoo (501 Hill Ave)
    • Stop by throughout the day for availability or reserve your spot ahead @theblaqtaffytattooco
 
In addition to our local establishments, Grafton’s Food Truck Park (located at the corner of Griggs & 6th Street) will be hosting food trucks Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 11:00 a.m.  – 7:00 p.m.  Grafton’s Food Truck Park Facebook page will have a listing of food trucks and hours.
Calendar of events is subject to change.
For the most current information, check out the Community Calendar
on the Grafton ND app, www.graftonevents.com or www.visitgraftonnd.com
Save the Date – SummerFest 2027 is Thursday, June 24th – Sunday, June 27th

Here is the link to the 2026 RibFest Entry Form and Rules