Economic Impact of Sports & Conventions
Events in Fargo-Moorhead are making a big impact! In 2024, Visit Fargo-Moorhead worked with 304 sports and convention events. Each of these events assist with driving tourism and boosting the local economy. Sports events led the way, making up 67% of total events and generating 84% of hotel room nights. This demand translated into $68.4 million in direct visitor spending, with sports tourism contributing 79%.
From major tournaments to vibrant conventions, Fargo-Moorhead remains a premier destination for events that attract visitors, fill hotels, and support local businesses.


