The fall-colored leaves are mostly off the trees, and Fargo's air is a little crisper these days. You might start to think about nice warm sweaters, apple cider, pumpkins... and Halloween. Spookify your week with these Halloween Events.
Haunted Houses
There are multiple spots to get spooked in the Red River Valley.
Haunted Farm
Walk through the darkest and most dangerous woods in the FM area at the Haunted Farm.
Where: 1947 130th Ave S, Moorhead
Cost: $25 admission
When: Fridays & Saturdays September 27-October 31 | 7-11 pm
Acres of Terror
Head to the maze of cornfields at Acres of Terror while a deranged bus driver gives you a spin. Each twist and turn is full of more hair-raising and spooky characters, sure to frighten you.
Where: 108 Highway 18 S, Leonard, ND
Cost: $35 admission, $15 for kids (10 & under)
When: September 12 - November 1 Fridays & Saturdays | dusk until midnight
Tunnel of Terror: Tommy's Express Car Wash
Head to the 40th St S, Fargo Tommy's Car Wash location to experience the spooky, scary, and shiny thrill of a haunted car wash.
Where: Tommy's Car Wash | 1702 40th St S, Fargo
Cost: $25 per vehicle | Unlimited club is free
When: October 26 | 6-10 p.m.
Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
Weekends through October
Throughout Fargo, pumpkin patches and corn mazes pop up on weekends throughout October. Get your cozy fall outfits out, grab the kids, and head to one of them to take in all of those fun fall activities.
Pumpkin Patches
Buffalo River Pumpkin Patch
Where: 14447 Hwy 10, Glyndon, MN
Cost: $7 admission, additional costs for some attractions
When: September 20-October 26 | Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 6 pm (12-6 pm on Oct 16 & 17)
Lil Bitz Pumpkin Patch
Where: 7414 40th Ave N, Fargo
Cost: $15 admission, pumpkins are extra (starting at $3)
When: September 13-October 26 | Friday & Sunday 1-6 pm & Saturday 11 am - 6 pm
Lost in the Valley
Where: Red River Valley Fairgrounds | 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo
Cost: $10 admission, $5 per pumpkin
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday through October
*Pumpkin patch not open on Dazed in the Maze nights (October 3, 17, & 31)
Corn Mazes
Lost in the Valley
If you want to get "Lost in the Valley," head to the Red River Valley Fairgrounds for their corn maze and pumpkin patch throughout the month of October.
Where: Red River Valley Fairgrounds | 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo
Cost: $10 tickets
When: October 3-31 | Fridays 5-10 pm, Saturdays 11 am - 10 pm, & Sundays 11 am - 7 pm
Dazed in the Maze
Dazed in the Maze at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds offers a different take on a corn maze. Enjoy beverages from local breweries, wineries, meaderies, and cideries as well as live music and yard games while you wander through the maze. This is a 21+ event.
Where: Red River Valley Fairgrounds | 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo
Cost: $25 tickets
When: October 3, 17, & 31 from 5-10 pm
The Great Straw Maze
The Great Straw Maze is up for all to experience at the West Acres Mall. Travel through this maze with towering walls made of 1,500 large straw bales.
Where: West Acres Mall Northeast Parking Lot | 3902 13th Ave S, Fargo
Cost: $13.79 tickets
When: Monday-Thursday 2 - 8 pm, Friday-Sunday 10 am - 9 pm
Spooky Tours
Fall is the perfect time to see our historic buildings in a new way.
Bonanzaville
Visitors and volunteers alike have reported phenomena at Bonanzaville that cannot be easily explained. These tours will allow you to move beyond museum barriers in teams of 6 and discover for yourself. EMF detectors and voice boxes will be provided for each group. Attendees will also be permitted to bring in their own approved equipment.
Where: 1351 Main Ave W, West Fargo
Cost: $60 per person
When: October 10-11, 17-18, 24-25, & 31 | 7:30 pm & 9:30 pm
LunaTique Boutique's Haunted Downtown Fargo Tour
Join this 2-hour walking tour through downtown Fargo's haunted history! Explore eerie alleys, historic landmarks, and ghostly tales from the city's past with your entertaining (and slightly unhinged) guides.
Where: 612 1st Avenue, Fargo
Cost: $53.86 per person
When: October 22--25, 29-30
Nooks & Crannies Tour
See the Comstock House in a new light - using flashlights! Join the guided Nooks & Crannies tour to see the different artifacts and areas of the Comstock House that you've never seen before.
Where: 506 8th St S, Moorhead
Cost: $15 per ticket
When: October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 | 7:30 pm
Halloween Movie Nights & Live Events
Gather and see some classics like Hocus Pocus, Casper, and the main event, The Rocky Horror Picture Show at multiple spots around Fargo.
Spooktacular Afternoon
Kick off the season with Spooktacular Afternoon at Baker Garden & Gift with coloring pages, a scavenger hunt, and trick-or-treating around the store.
Where: Baker Garden & Gift | 2733 S University Dr, Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 4 | 12-3 pm
Pumpkulent Workshop
Pumpkins and succulents make for the perfect fall craft. Create your own using a range of succulents and adding moss and other textures to make it uniquely yours.
Where: Baker Garden & Gift | 2733 S University Dr, Fargo
Cost: $20
When: October 11, 16, & 21 | 6 pm
The Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Dinner Show
Have some fun with this interactive comedy true-crime murder mystery dinner show. Solve a mystery using clues you gather from the actors hidden in the audience while you enjoy your dinner.
Where: Four Points by Sheraton | 5064 23rd Ave S, Fargo
Cost: $65.83
When: October 18, November 8, and November 22 | 6-9 pm
The Headless Horseman + Sorcerer's Apprentice by FM Ballet
Spooky Ballet brings two beautiful tales to life through movement. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and The Sorcerer's Apprentice are reimagined through ballet at the Fargo Theatre this fall.
Where: 314 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $12-40
When: October 18 | 7:00 pm & October 19 | 2:00 pm
Pumpkin Bash!
Fall vibes with pumpkins, along with food, drinks, games, beer, and vendors throughout Brewhalla.
Where: 1666 1st Ave N, Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 19 | 10 am - 5 pm
Edward Scissorhands at The Fargo Theatre
This Halloween, chills and thrills are coming to the big screen! Celebrate spooky season with Halloween at the Fargo Theatre with Edward Scissorhands during the Classic Film Series lineup.
Where: 314 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $5
When: October 21 | 7:30 pm
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Halloween wouldn't be complete without attending the annual Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Fargo Theatre.
Where: Fargo Theatre | 314 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $7 tickets
When: October 24 | 11 pm
Kick or Treat
Pre-k through 5th graders are invited to join their friends in this spooky soccer tournament.
Where: Fargo Parks Sports Center | 6100 38th St S, Fargo
Cost: $315-385/team
When: October 25 | 8:30 am
The Phantom of the Opera by FM Symphony
Join the FM Symphony in their presentation of the 1925 silent film of The Phantom of the Opera, brought to life with a live orchestral performance.
Where: Fargo Theatre | 314 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $44
When: October 25 | 7:00 pm
Corpse Bride at The Fargo Theatre
Watch a classic at The Fargo Theatre to celebrate Halloween in the best way.
Where: 314 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $7 tickets
When: October 26 | 2 pm
Folkways Night Bazaar: Spook
Spooky-themed entertainment and activities, including performances, art, and shopping, will be happening at Brewhalla. Dress up and join the fun.
Where: Brewhalla | 1702 1st Ave N, Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 30 from 6-10 pm
Trunk or Treat Events
Simplify your trick-or-treating by attending safe and easily navigable events at one of the truck-or-treat events in Fargo this fall.
Boo at the Zoo
Take the kids trick-or-treating early at the zoo for candy and treats from local vendors while they check out the animal exhibits.
Where: Red River Zoo | 4255 23rd Ave S, Fargo
Cost: $12.95-14.95
When: October 11, 18, & 25 | 11 am - 4 pm
Boo! at NDSU
Bring your family to NDSU's campus, where student organizations will host booths throughout Cater Hall. Children can participate in games, crafts, and other Halloween activities. Residence Halls Cater, Sevrinson, Seim, and Thompson will also be open for trick-or-treating.
Where: NDSU Cater Hall | 1650 15th Ave N, Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 23 from 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Trick or Treat Wish Walk
Get your costumes on and head Downtown for this family-friendly event. Pick up your candy bag in Broadway Square and stroll through participating businesses along the way.
Where: 201 Broadway N, Fargo
Cost: $5 suggested donation per child
When: October 25 | 10 am - 2 pm
Halloween Treat Street in West Fargo
Head to Sheyenne Street at The Yards in Downtown West Fargo for Halloween fun and trick-or-treating.
Where: POW/MIA Plaza | 400 Sheyenne St, West Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 25 from 1-3 pm
Boo-Nanzaville Trunk or Treat
A free Halloween event for the whole family at "Boo"nanzaville! Enjoy games and prizes, a "doughnut" walk with prizes, trunkers out in our village handing out candy, and much more from 2 - 5 p.m. on the Sunday before Halloween.
Where: 1351 Main Ave W, West Fargo
Cost: Free
When: October 26 from 2-5 pm
Whether you're looking for a good scare or just a way to get outside and enjoy autumn, you have a few options to choose from. Now, you can get back to planning your best Fargo-themed costume for Halloween night!
