Scheels Bison Block Party Set for August 27

FARGO, N.D. - The annual Scheels Bison Block Party is scheduled for next Thursday, Aug. 27, providing a great opportunity for fans to meet and mingle prior to North Dakota State University’s season-opening events.

The Scheels Bison Block Party is free and open to the public and will run from 5 to 8 p.m. at Scheels at 1551 45th Street South in Fargo. Thundar, the Gold Star Marching Band, NDSU cheer team and head football coach Chris Klieman will be in attendance. Joining the party this year will be Corso, the live Bison mascot featured on ESPN College GameDay broadcasts in downtown Fargo.

The event will feature a free concert from the Front Fenders, and fans will be treated to complimentary hot dogs, Pepsi and chips. There will also be inflatable games from Games Galore. A limited number of Bison yard signs will also be available. Limit one per person.