Forksful of Happy Hour Fun that Runs All Week

Happy hour in the Forks isn’t just a quick stop between work and dinner—it’s a seven‑day celebration woven into local life. Every afternoon and evening (sometimes mornings, too) brings a fresh excuse to wander into a new corner of Grand Forks and East Grand Forks. Whether you’re chasing that perfect post‑shift pint, meeting friends for a midweek mood‑boost or hunting down the tastiest appetizer deals in town, there’s always something pulling you out the door. From cozy neighborhood pubs to lively downtown clubs patios, each day brings its own flavor.

Consider this your guide to a full week of happy hour hopping, Forks‑style—where great drinks, good company, and unbeatable specials turn any weekday into something worth toasting.

MONDAY

Joe Black’s

Looking to catch the game and sip something tasty while you’re at it? Joe’s has your Monday plans handled. Swing in anytime between 4 PM and 2 AM for Mix It Up Monday, where every liquor on the shelf is just $4—yes, all of them. From 4 to 7 PM, their lineup of crave‑worthy shareables drops to half price, making it dangerously easy to build your own little feast. Start with the creamy spinach dip piled high with crispy tortilla chips, then move on to jalapeño bites that strike that perfect sweet‑meets‑spicy balance. And if you’re a nacho lover, Joe’s BBQ Chicken nachos are unapologetically cheesy and absolutely worth the hype. Feeling extra saucy? Both traditional and boneless wings ring in at just 50¢ each, so you can mix, match and munch your way through puck drop, period break and beyond.

Bonzer’s Sandwich Pub

Head to Downtown’s legendary Bonzer’s Sandwich Pub—the schooner the better—when you’re ready to turn an ordinary Monday into full‑blown merriment. There’s no finer way to launch a grand week in Forks than with Bonzer’s lineup of superb subs, crave‑worthy apps (including their iconic pickled eggs) and the kind of chili locals swear by. Add in tasty taps and $4.50 Long Island tea schooners from 8 PM to close and suddenly Monday feels a whole lot more like a weekend warm‑up.

Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings turns any weekday into prime sports‑watching time with Happy Hour running Monday–Friday from 3 to 6 PM and again from 9 PM to 12 AM. Adult beverages come in strong with $4 Wild Herd and well drinks, $5 Tito’s, Jack, Reposado and Tanqueray, plus a $6 Craft Margarita that brings plenty of flavor. The food lineup is stacked too—$3 chips & salsa, $4 large tots, $5 mozzarella sticks and $6 everything pretzel knots are just the beginning, with even more Happy Hour bites waiting on the menu. And with TVs covering every wall, you’ll never miss a play, a highlight or a buzzer‑beater while you snack and sip your way through the night at B‑Dubs.

BONZER'S SANDWICH PUB

TUESDAY

The Spud Jr.

Slide into the late afternoon the right way with The Spud Jr.’s Happy Hour, running every day except Saturday from 3 to 6 PM. It’s the perfect pocket of time to unwind with $4 domestic bottles, $4 domestic shorts and $4 rails—easygoing drinks at easygoing prices. But the real power move is diving into their Power Play Bites, a lineup of crave‑worthy snacks that make happy hour feel like a mini feast. Scoop into $6 queso & chips, rich, warm and dangerously addictive. Go all‑in on a half order of poutine for $7, loaded with gravy and cheese curds. Or grab 6 nugs for $8, ideal for dipping, sharing or keeping all to yourself. At The Spud, happy hour isn’t just a deal—it’s a delicious daily ritual worth showing up for.

Up North Pizza Pub

Up North Pizza Pub knows how to turn the Monday–Friday hustle into something worth celebrating. From 2 to 6 PM, the place shifts into pure delicious fun with 1/2 off appetizers, $3 rails and domestic pints, half‑off tap wine and $2 off specialty cocktails—a lineup so good it practically shakes the stress right off your shoulders. It’s the ideal window to round up your favorite people, grab a table and let the good vibes pour. After all, who says the best part of the day can’t happen before dinner?

The Hub Pub

Spend your Tuesday getting genuinely happy at The Hub Pub, where the good vibes roll from 4 to 7 PM. Settle in with discounted apps and taps, plus $3 domestic pints and rails that make easing into midweek feel effortless. And if you decide to stick around for dinner, their tacos are the real Tuesday MVP—beef, chicken, shrimp, or pork, all packed with flavor and just $2.50 each. It’s the kind of deal that turns an ordinary Tuesday into a tasty little tradition.

UP NORTH PIZZA PUB

WEDNESDAY

The Loft

No Wednesday plans? Sounds like the perfect night to wing it with your crew at The Loft! Order a basket of their mouthwatering boneless or traditional wings and you’ll unlock a $1 domestic pint to go with it. Not craving wings? You can still grab a domestic pint for just $3, making midweek feel a lot more celebratory. And once the food’s handled, the fun ramps up fast. The Loft is packed with games of chance and skill, turning an ordinary happy hour into a night powered by a little luck and plenty of friendly competition.

Skies 322

Skies 322 transforms the late‑afternoon hours into a refined retreat with The Happiest Hour, running Monday–Thursday from 4 to 6 PM and Friday–Saturday from 3 PM to 5:30 PM. It’s the kind of lineup that makes slipping out a little early feel entirely justified. The drinks alone are worth the trip—$10 cocktail flights, $3 rail drinks, $3 Michelob Ultra, $3 seltzers and $3 off wine by the glass. But the food lineup makes it even better. Snack on $8 bruschetta, dive into $7 andouille queso or go big with $10 Cajun lavash. If you’re craving something classic, the $10 cheeseburger with fries hits the spot every time. It’s elegant, easygoing and delightfully decadent, giving even the busiest weekday a touch of luxury.

The Shire Bar & Grill

Wednesdays at The Shire Bar & Grill turn an ordinary midweek outing into the perfect pre‑movie stop. Located right next to River Cinema, the place makes it easy to grab something delicious before settling in for a show. From 3 to 6 PM, all burgers are 50% off—an ideal excuse to treat yourself to something big, juicy and freshly grilled. Happy hour runs at the same time with 2‑for‑1 tap beer and rail drinks, giving your Wednesday a little extra lift. A movie night paired with Shire specials creates a midweek combo that feels way better than waiting for the weekend.

THE SHIRE BAR & GRILL

THURSDAY

SIN BIN Casino Bar & Grill

Set your afternoon on cruise control at SIN BIN, where happy hour runs from open until 6 PM and the specials make it easy to settle in and stay awhile. Sip your way through $3.50 domestic bottles, $4.50 tap beers and $5 rail drinks, all served up in a laid‑back atmosphere that feels like the perfect mid‑day escape. And don’t even think about skipping the food. SIN BIN’s menu is stacked with crowd‑pleasers—from piping‑hot pizza and tender beef tips to a lineup of apps that practically demand to be shared. Dig into golden cheese curds, crunchy mini chicken tacos, perfectly crisp fried pickle spears and their savory tater kegs stuffed with shredded potatoes, bacon, cheddar and spices. If you’re feeling lucky, SIN BIN’s gaming machines are ready to keep the fun rolling. Drinks, bites and a little bit of play—it’s the kind of happy hour that makes the early hours feel like prime time.

The Parrot’s Cay

Craving some tropical heat? Take a ride south on Washington Street and let your taste buds vacay at The Parrot's Cay! Every Thursday from 4:30 PM till close, you can score a full flock of spicylious wings and pitcher of domestic beer for just $22 (aka the best deal this side of paradise). Need more proof these wings are fly? BuzzFeed ranked them in the top ten to try before you die! Come hungry, leave with bragging rights...plus maybe a little sauce on your shirt.

Brick & Barley

Thursday nights at Brick & Barley come packed with the kind of energy that makes the weekend feel like it’s already here. Dig into a $14 pizza, split a $12 Busch pitcher with the table and keep things rolling with $3.50 Captain + Crown. Their specialty shot lineup brings even more fun to the mix—Kenny Chesney, Pineapple Dum Dum, Blueberry Muffin and plenty of other favorites ready to kick the night up a notch. And the entertainment doesn’t stop there. Bingo fires up at 7 PM and karaoke takes over at 10 PM, turning Thursday into a full‑blown night out from the first bite to the last song.

THE PARROT'S CAY

FRIDAY

North Dakota Museum of Art Café

Spend a grand Thursday in Forks soaking up flavor and culture at the North Dakota Museum of Art Cafe. From 3 to 5 PM, Happy Hour turns the afternoon into a mini celebration with crave‑worthy appetizers and $1 off every drink. Make it a full experience by grabbing lunch, too—the Café plates up dishes that feel like edible art. And when you’re ready for the next masterpiece, drift into the current North Dakota Museum of Art exhibits and let the creativity frame your afternoon.

Board Room UND

Time to kick off the weekend the right way with cold drinks, good vibes and a Happy Hour worth showing up early for. Fridays and Saturdays from 5 to 6 PM, Board Room is serving BOGO beer and seltzer cans plus $10 Rhombus Guys pizzas that hit the spot every time. Good food, cold drinks and friendly faces set the tone for a night that only gets better from here.

O’Really’s Irish Pub

This lively Downtown hangout kicks off your Friday with irresistible drink deals—$3.75 Deep Eddy flavors and $3.75 domestic pints flowing all night. Settle in for a fast‑paced round of trivia at 8 PM, then keep the energy rolling when the mic heats up at 10 PM for a karaoke party that always pulls in a fun crowd.

NORTH DAKOTA MUSEUM OF ART CAFE

SATURDAY

The Spud Jr.

Weekend brunch at The Spud runs from 10 AM to 2 PM and it’s the kind of spread that keeps both locals and visitors coming back for more. The menu goes big—think a biscuits‑and‑gravy bowl that means business, churro waffles dusted in sweetness, stuffed banana‑Nutella French toast and a show‑stopping breakfast poutine piled high with Red River Valley fresh‑cut fries, two fried eggs, country gravy, peppers, onions, cheese and bacon. And honestly, what pairs better with all that indulgence than a towering Bloody Mary or a bottomless Mimosa to keep the morning rolling.

Rumors Sports Bar, Grill & Casino

From open till close, Rumors keeps the good times rolling with $3 pounders and $4.50 Patrón and Don Julio—perfect whether you’re glued to the big game or testing your luck with a game of chance. The bar food lineup is just as tempting: tacos, pizza, wings and according to those in the know, some of the best sloppy joes in Forks.

Ely’s Ivy

Ely’s Ivy turns Saturdays into something you actually want to wake up for. Running from 11 AM to 2 PM, their Saturday Brunch brings out the heavy hitters—rich, velvety eggs Benedict and caramel pecan maple French toast that tastes like weekend perfection on a plate. When the afternoon rolls in, the good vibes keep going with their daily Happy Hour from 3 to 5:30 PM. Snack on $5 bites, sip $5 taps and wine or go for a $5 mule if you’re feeling a little spirited. It’s the kind of Downtown rhythm that makes a Saturday feel full, fun and effortlessly indulgent.

THE SPUD JR.

SUNDAY

Skies 322

Begin your Sunday with sophistication at the Skies 322 Champagne Brunch, where the morning unfolds with effortless elegance. From 9 AM to 1 PM, guests are welcomed into a second‑story dining room overlooking Downtown Forks, a setting that instantly elevates the experience. The menu is a curated showcase of refined brunch classics: impossibly fluffy pancakes finished with bourbon‑infused maple syrup, impeccably prepared eggs with crisp, smoky bacon, and a standout prosciutto eggs Benedict that layers silky hollandaise over delicate, savory prosciutto for a beautifully balanced bite. Chef‑driven dishes rotate throughout the season, each one blending comfort with culinary artistry. Complement every plate with thoughtfully crafted cocktails or endless sparkling pours, creating a brunch that feels indulgent, unhurried, and unmistakably upscale.

The Loft

Looking for that perfect mix of good drinks, good games and seriously good eats? The Loft always delivers! Sip on $4 Bloody Marys and Caesars or purchase a $5.50 32-ounce Loft Mug filled with your favorite draft and enjoy $4 refills as long as you’re hanging out. With plenty of pool tables and dart machines, there’s always a little friendly competition in the air. And when hunger kicks in, their bar bites deliver—creamy queso, pulled pork sliders, signature nacho fries, plus awesome burgers and wraps that keep the crowd coming back. A Sunday at The Loft has a way of transforming “just one drink” into a full‑blown Sunday Funday.

Southgate Casino Bar & Grill

Sundays at Southgate Casino Bar & Grill are built for kicking back, winning big and eating well. The $1,200 bingo game hits at 5:15 PM, drawing a spirited crowd ready to test their luck. All‑day happy hour keeps things rolling with $1 off every drink plus $3 mimosas that make Sunday feel a little extra celebratory. Fuel up with 50¢ wings or take advantage of $5 off The Gate’s always‑satisfying bacon cheeseburger and specialty lahvosh. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with great food, great drinks and a shot at one serious prize.

SKIES 322

Whether chasing bold flavors, unwinding with a well‑crafted drink or simply looking for a place to gather with your favorite people, Forks delivers a happy hour for every mood. From elevated lounges to laid‑back neighborhood spots, our local establishments’ specials make it easy to turn an ordinary afternoon into something worth savoring. However you choose to toast the day, there’s always a seat waiting—and a great deal pouring—somewhere in town.