SCHEELS Arena and The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon Team Up to Bring Joan Jett & The Blackhearts to Fargo

March 25, 2024

Fargo Concert Announcement

Monday, March 25, 2024/ENDURANCE SPORTSWIRE/ – SCHEELS arena and The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon are proud to announce that Joan Jett and the Blackhearts will be performing live at SCHEELS arena on Saturday, June 1. Tickets go on sale Thursday, March 28 and can be purchased through Ticketmaster.com or the SCHEELS arena box office.

Dubbed “America’s Best Small-Town Race,” the Fargo Marathon is an annual week-long event, attracting thousands of participants from across the United States to North Dakota. Seven total events, from the full and half marathon to a 5k, Furgo Dog Run and Cyclothon will be held from May 28 through June 1, 2024. The concert caps off a week-long celebration commemorating the 20^th anniversary of The Fargo Marathon. The concert is also a tribute to the late Mark Knutson, the former race director of the marathon who tragically passed away in July of 2023.

Joan Jett grew up during a time when rock ‘n’ roll was off limits to girls and women, but as a teenager, she promptly blew the door to the boys’ club right off its hinges. After forming her band, the Blackhearts in 1979, with whom Jett has become a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee, she has had eight platinum and gold albums and nine Top 40 singles, including the classics “Bad Reputation,” “I Love Rock ‘N’ Roll,” “I Hate Myself For Loving You,” and “Crimson and Clover.”

Joan Jett and the Blackhearts continue to tour the world with headlining shows and alongside fellow rock legends like The Who, Green Day, Heart, Foo Fighters and Alanis Morrissette (Summer 2024). ‘Bad Reputation,’ a documentary about Jett’s life, premiered to critical acclaim at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. Following up on the band’s 2022 release Changeup, its first-ever acoustic album, Joan Jett and the Blackhearts’ EP Mindsets was released as a Record Store Day First vinyl piece on November 24, 2023. Mindsets is available to stream now.

About SCHEELS arena:

SCHEELS arena, located in Fargo, North Dakota, stands as a dynamic hub for sports, entertainment, and community engagement. Established in 2008, this state-of-the-art facility, named after the iconic SCHEELS sporting goods retailer, accommodates over 5,000 spectators and serves as the proud home of the Fargo Force hockey team. With a regulation-sized ice rink, versatile event capabilities, and a commitment to hosting diverse entertainment, SCHEELS arena has become a premier destination for concerts, sporting events, and community gatherings. Beyond its role as a venue, the arena actively engages with local organizations, schools, and businesses, embodying a commitment to fostering positive community experiences.

About the Essentia Health Fargo Marathon:

The Essentia Health Fargo Marathon, produced by Ventures Endurance, part of Gannett and USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, was founded by Mark Knutson in 2005. It has grown into an iconic celebration of athleticism and community spirit, with over 300,000 participants in its 20-year history. Its rapid growth and inclusivity, offering various races for all skill levels and even dogs, have made it a beloved event in Fargo, supported by enthusiastic locals, businesses, and volunteers. The marathon’s enduring values of inclusivity and community pride have made it a cherished institution in Fargo’s history that attracts more than 15,000 participants and spectators each year. For more information about the Essentia Health Fargo Marathon and how to register, visit www.fargomarathon.com.

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