What's New in 2022?
A LOT has happened downtown in the past year, so it may not look like you last remember! New businesses have opened, buildings have been built, and so much more!
Here are 10 things that may be new to you going into 2022!
1. The Silo Boutique
The Silo Boutique expanded to Downtown Grand Forks in September! The boutique’s first location is in Warren, MN, and now is also on S 3rd Street next to River Cities Jewelers! They have women’s clothing, accessories, and even candy and jerky! We are so excited they made downtown Grand Forks their second home!
Photo Credit: The Silo Boutique
2. Cloud 9 Event Center
Sky’s Cloud 9 has added a modern event venue above their existing restaurant! With beautiful city views, classy indoor decor, and a custom-made bar, visiting this new space is a must! Book your next wedding, corporate event, or even birthday celebration at this picturesque venue!
Photo Credit: Altru Health Foundation
3. Dakota Styles Boutique
Another new business that has recently opened downtown is Dakota Styles Boutique! Ashley first started Dakota Styles from her home and has now moved into a brick-and-mortar location downtown on Kittson Ave! With girls clothing, women’s clothing, accessories, and even awesome custom graphics, you’re sure to find something you like!
Photo Credit: Dakota Styles Boutique
4. Hugo’s Pure Market
Hugo’s Pure Market is a new mixed-use development that is home to a grocery store, liquor store, apartment complex, and a bank! A grocery store was a much-needed amenity for our downtown residents and Hugo’s fits in perfectly! Did you know, the corner that this new building sits on was Hugo’s first original location?
Photo Credit: Hugo’s
5. Bd Light Poles
If you’re driving down Demers Ave, you may see some unique-looking poles on the sidewalks! The City of Grand Forks and local artist, Bd, added these artistic light poles downtown. Did you notice each light is slightly different? The cutouts that appear to meander through the tube represent the ever-changing Red River.
Photo Credit: Andrew Fisher
6. The Argyle
The Argyle is another new development downtown! This building is designed to promote walkability and downtown vibrancy. It includes street-level commercial space, second-floor office space, and three floors of residential space! This project is projected to be completed in the spring and will be home to JLG Architects’ office!
Photo Credit: JLG Architects
7. French Taste
French Taste LLC is another business that has opened a second location in downtown Grand Forks! Specializing in crepes, macarons, and specialty drinks, French Taste is an amazing addition to downtown Grand Forks. Although we are over 4,000 miles from France, we can get a taste of it right here in North Dakota!
Photo Credit: French Taste LLC
8. Harry's Steakhouse
Harry’s Steakhouse is a new classic steakhouse in downtown Grand Forks. Here you can enjoy the best steaks, seafood, chops, and of course; cocktails in Grand Forks! Fun Fact: the owner of Harry’s Steakhouse, Hal Gershman, opened this restaurant in memory of his father who opened his first liquor store in the exact location that Harry’s Steakhouse sits!
Photo Credit: Harry’s Steakhouse
9. Downtown Axe
Axe throwing + pizza + beer = one insanely fun new business! Downtown Axe opened for business this past summer and has been a destination experience downtown ever since. If you want to axe throw for more than just a night out, join their axe throwing league!
Photo Credit: Downtown Axe
10. N 3rd Street
This past summer, construction was done on N 3rd Street! Sidewalks were widened, benches were put in, and beautiful trees were planted. In the fall, Governor Doug Burgum visited downtown Grand Forks and had a ribbon-cutting with Mayor Bochenski to celebrate the re-opening of beautiful 3rd street and all the growth downtown has experienced!
Photo Credit: Downtown Development Association