55th Annual
Potato Bowl USA
University of North Dakota Fighting Hawks
vs
The Drake Bulldogs
September 18, 2021
Kickoff Time: 4:00 PM
Alerus Center ~ Grand Forks
Photo: John Stennes - Grand Forks Herald
Events
Potato Bowl is Back in 2021!
Potato Bowl PLINKO from Hugo's
Potato Bowl PLINKO is back in 2021! Watch for details for your chance to win!
Potato Bowl in the Park
Potato Bowl USA’s signature event will have a new look this year as free hot dogs and potato chips will take the place of french fries at the Thursday, September 16th gathering in University Park. Serving will be from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Your favorite Bounce Games, concession stands and potato sack races will go on as scheduled!
The J.R. Simplot Company will not be a part of the annual french fry feed because of Covid-19 concerns.
Your favorite Bounce Games, concession stands and potato sack races will go on as scheduled!
The J.R. Simplot Company will not be a part of the annual french fry feed because of Covid-19 concerns.
Thomsen Homes Kid's Zone
Thomsen Homes Kids Zone features numerous large inflatable games in University Park at Potato Bowl in the Park . Come join the fun from 4-8 PM on Thursday, Sept. 16th.
Get Wet And Run Wild!
Be at Choice Health & Fitness on Friday September 17th, 2021 for the “Get Wet & Run Wild” Kids Fun Run! The kids will have a blast dashing through, ducking, and dodging water obstacles including Squirt Gun Alley, Water Balloon Launch, and the Sprinkler Sprint to cross the finish line in this wet and wild race!
Kids and family swim free inside the fitness center after the race!
Kids of all ages (14 & under) are welcome to participate in this one-of-a-kind CRAZY event celebrating Potato Bowl USA!
RACE DIVISIONS:
1K (.62 mile) – 5:30pm start time
2K (1.24 miles) – 5:50pm start time
With awards following each race
COST (2018): (cash or check only)
*$12.00/participant (Early registration thru Sept. 7)
*$18.00/participant (Sept. 8-21)
+ $5.00 (optional Food Shelf donation)
One adult may accompany each child at no charge.
All proceeds from this event will be donated to local food banks!
QUESTIONS? Contact Erin Morris at enelson@choicehf.com or call 701-746-2790
Kids and family swim free inside the fitness center after the race!
Kids of all ages (14 & under) are welcome to participate in this one-of-a-kind CRAZY event celebrating Potato Bowl USA!
RACE DIVISIONS:
1K (.62 mile) – 5:30pm start time
2K (1.24 miles) – 5:50pm start time
With awards following each race
COST (2018): (cash or check only)
*$12.00/participant (Early registration thru Sept. 7)
*$18.00/participant (Sept. 8-21)
+ $5.00 (optional Food Shelf donation)
One adult may accompany each child at no charge.
All proceeds from this event will be donated to local food banks!
QUESTIONS? Contact Erin Morris at enelson@choicehf.com or call 701-746-2790
AgCountry Fireworks
A new location and a new night for Potato Bowl AgCountry Fireworks! This year's bigger and better show will be held in downtown Grand Forks-East Grand Forks on Friday night, September 17th. See you there!!!
KEM Shrine Potato Bowl Parade
The biggest and best parade in the region, the KEM Shrine Potato Bowl Parade. Saturday morning, September 18, 2021, downtown Grand Forks-East Grand Forks. Start time 10:00 AM.
Game Day! Tailgating & Football
September 18th vs Drake University. Kickoff time 4:00 PM.
