Alerus Center

The Alerus Center is a premier entertainment destination in Grand Forks, North Dakota, situated near the University of North Dakota campus and the city’s primary retail district. Since opening in 2001, this versatile facility has served as the region’s largest convention and meeting complex. For comedy fans, the venue offers a range of experiences, utilizing its expansive arena for major national tours and its flexible ballroom spaces for more intimate, club-style stand-up performances. The venue has become a key stop for top-tier comedic talent traveling through the Red River Valley. Notable performers who have graced its stage include Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias, Bert Kreischer, and "Weird Al" Yankovic, along with legendary acts like Jeff Dunham and Jim Gaffigan. Whether hosting high-energy arena spectacles or smaller theater-style shows, the Alerus Center provides a professional and welcoming environment that has made it a cornerstone of the region's live entertainment scene.