Canadian Visitors

Oh Canada!

We are thrilled that you've decided to travel to Greater Grand Forks and experience all our communities have to offer. We are excited to welcome you and ensure that your visit is absolutely unFORKettable.

Whether you’re here for shopping, dining, concert, or a show, we are committed to providing you with everything you need for a remarkable trip.

If you have any questions or require assistance during your stay, please don't hesitate to reach out. Our friendly team is here to help you with local recommendations, guides to top attractions, and tips for navigating the area. We want to make your visit to the Forks GRAND!

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Canadians that come to Grand Forks and shop for 24 hours are able to bring back $200 (up from $50) and $800 (up from $400) after a 48 hour trip.

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Minnesota

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FORKSful of festive Xmas flavors

Searching for some great eateries serving up a grand dinner this Christmas? While most local establishments will be closed December 24 and 25, there are a handful offering food service for those preferring to either dine out or take it to go.

FORKSful of cooler December to-dos

Not sure how to entertain yourself and/or the whole fam bam when flakes start to fly? Greater Grand Forks has gotcha covered with lots of December options for keeping both the kiddos and the kid in all of us amused. Here are my top five cool weather ways to play.

FORKSful of dazzling shopping destinations

During the holiday season, sometimes finding those perfect presents for family and friends can be challenging. With everything from the hottest fashions and coolest sporting equipment to handcrafted art and hand-dipped chocolates, Greater Grand Forks offers lots of options for gifting others…or yourself!

FORKSful of festive holiday fun

Not really in the spirit of the season yet? I know what will put the jingle in everyone’s bells and the jolly in their holly, as well! If you’re searching for activities to create a festive frame of mind, Greater Grand Forks is definitely the place. We have seasonal celebrations, concerts and sparkling events galore sure to get you feeling very merry.

A Greater Grand Forks Getaway: Travel Tips to Explore Hidden Gems

Chocolate covered potato chips, ice hockey, art and history, discover Darley Newman’s expert tips for diving into the local culture, food, and the arts scene in Greater Grand Forks.

12 grand new spots to explore more in Forks

Think you’ve experienced all our two towns have to offer? Well, we’ve got some grand news to report! Below are a dozen businesses that have recently opened and/or updated. We invite everyone to come join us for a cool little getaway packed with Forksful of flavor, finds and fun!

7 FORKS local coffee hot spots

Move over Seattle and Portland, our two FORKS have lots of GRAND brews from which to choose! Scattered about town, there are a variety of java joints (some locally owned, some national chains) ready to pour you up a cup of deliciousness.

11 spots to find FORKSful of flavor & a shuttle to the Ralph for hockey night

Only 24 hours in Grand Forks? Do it Downtown!

From mouthwatering meals to sumptuous stays, plus soul-satisfying retail therapy and even a little art mixed in for good measure, Grand Forks always delivers. But what if you only have 24 short hours to explore this river city? That’s not a problem. Do it downtown! One of our favorite Canadians (and we have plenty) shows us how it’s done.

Grand poutine prepared the Forks way

As everyone knows, gravy makes everything better.

7 spots to unwind and find FORKSful of Zen

Life is moving at a crazy rate; so, we all need to find some time to relax and unwind. While there are numerous FORKSful of fun, fast-paced things to do between our two grand towns, it’s important to take a breath and tap into your inner Zen every now and then. Below are my top seven spots to workout and/or work on myself.

10 eateries dishing up FORKSful of flavor

For those who love dining out, Greater Grand Forks offers an abundance of palate-pleasing ways to help you get your fix! Throughout our two towns, there are numerous eateries serving up delicious dishes and desserts and while hard to narrow it down, here are my top ten spots.
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