Summer events in Fargo for every type of traveler
Once the warm weather hits Fargo, the city fills up with summer events for all types of people. From great outdoors to girls’ trips to foodie favorites, find an event that sparks your summer interest.
Many of these Fargo summer events are perfect for families – anything marked with a * is recommended for kiddos!
The Great Outdoors
These events are perfect for the outdoorsmen in you.
River paddling excursions and rentals
The Red River is a wonderful place to relax and get out on the water. Both Lindenwood Park and The Rental Shack at the Hjemkomst Center have rentals throughout the summer and there will also be many river-themed events going on throughout the summer.
Streets Alive *
June 24th & August 26th
Downtown Fargo
This event is a great reminder to get outdoors and celebrate being active! You get to play in the street without having to worry about pesky cars, on Fargo’s main street, Broadway.
Horse Racing *
Weekends throughout July
North Dakota Horse Park
The excitement of live horse racing is unparalleled and you can witness it right here in Fargo. The “Little Track on the Prairie” is fun for the whole family.
Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks games *
America’s favorite pastime makes an excellent summer evening out in Fargo, North Dakota. From fireworks to giveaways, the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks always have something fun going on during their games!
Girls’ Getaway
Grab your girls and head to Fargo for a weekend away. From the new shops and restaurants throughout the metro area to the yummy Bloody Mary & Mimosa bars, Fargo won’t disappoint.
Late Night Summer Craft Market
June 14th
Drekker Brewing Company
Beer and shopping were meant to be. This Late Night Summer Craft Market combines them in June. You can make crafts, buy hand-made items, eat snacks, and (obviously) drink some beer!
WOW (Women on Wheels) Dirt Ride
Mondays through October
Great Northern Bicycle Co.
Ride with other wondrous women throughout the trails of Fargo-Moorhead. If you don’t want to pack your bikes, you can rent them, too.
Red River Market *
Saturdays, July 14th-October 27th
Broadway & 4th Ave
Fargo-Moorhead’s largest farmers’ market takes to the streets of Downtown Fargo every Saturday of the summer. Buy local goods and talk to local vendors to get a real feel for life on the Northern Plains.
Downtown Street Fair *
July 19th-21st
Downtown Fargo
Girls’ weekend wouldn’t be complete without some local shopping. The Fargo Downtown Street Fair features vendors stocked up with local art, hand-made items, and plenty of delicious goodies.
Outdoor Concerts & Entertainment
Fargo-Moorhead is bursting with local artists. Check out our events calendar for different local artist shows, or head to these outdoor venues for some big-name artists.
Bluestem Events *
Fun concerts happen at the Bluestem Amphitheatre all summer long. From country music to hip-hop, you can sit under the wide open sky as the sun sets behind the stage. For a bit of theater, Trollwood Performing Arts School will be taking the stage in July to perform Hello, Dolly!.
Red River Valley Fair *
July 10th-15th
Red River Valley Fair Grounds
Cheese curds, a ferris wheel, and daily concerts are just a few of the reasons to attend this 6-day fair. It’s a can’t-miss in the summer for people of all ages and travel styles.
Fargo Blues Festival *
August 17th-18th
Newman Outdoor Field
If you’re into Blues, or even if you aren’t, hit up the Fargo Blues Festival. The venue, a baseball stadium, is a cool backdrop to one of the best blues festivals in the country with 12 bands over 2 days.
Foodies & Drinkies
We know how to eat and drink in Fargo, and we have events to prove it.
Happy Harry’s Ribfest *
June 6th-9th
Ribs and chicken and pulled pork, oh my! Some of the greatest rib cookers in the country descend on the FARGODOME parking lot June 6th-9th to serve up mouth-watering food. Each night as the sun sets, the entertainment kicks up a notch, with nightly concerts.
Fargo-Moorhead Restaurant Week
June 7th-16th
FM Restaurant Week is dedicated to the local foodie scene in Fargo-Moorhead; restaurants create a 2 to 3 course meal specifically for the week, and then offer it to patrons at 20% off its original price. It’s the best chance all year to eat local and try new restaurants without breaking your budget.
Fargo Craft Beer Week
June 11th-16th
Craft beer lovers, unite, for the chance to explore Fargo’s breweries and beer scene! Homebrewers, beer enthusiasts, and anyone who loves a good pint can head to one of Fargo’s seven (yes, you heard that right, SEVEN) breweries to try locally-brewed beers.
To sweeten the deal, a beer passport can be taken to each location and stamped by the bartenders for a chance to win prizes. Local breweries will be hosting tappings and events throughout the week, and it will all end with Under Brew Skies taking place in Island Park.
Fargo Food Truck Festival
August 18th-20th
North Dakota Horse Park
As soon as the snow melts, food trucks take to the streets selling incredible, diverse menus and livening up Fargo’s already-thriving food scene. This festival lets you try them all in one place, so it really doesn’t get better than that!
History & Culture Buffs
Fargo’s mix of Scandinavian culture and Old West-esque prairie makes an interesting mix. History and culture events highlight these distinct flavors of the area throughout the summer.
West Fargo Cruise Nights *
June 21st, July 19th, August 16th & September 20th
Sheyenne Street, West Fargo
Car enthusiasts, rejoice! Car owners bring their nicest rides to this car show, which happens along Sheyenne Street in West Fargo. Grab a drink or some food and stroll along the main drag of West Fargo to check out some classics.
Scandinavian Hjemkomst & Midwest Viking Festival *
June 22nd-23rd
Hjemkomst Center
In their 41st year, the Scandinavian Hjemkomst & Midwest Viking Festival bring great local history about the Red River Valley’s Nordic roots to life. People in Viking dress give demonstrations, Nordic foods grace lunchtime, and events swirl around the main focal point of the center – a replica 9th century Viking ship that sailed from Duluth, MN, all the way to Norway.
If you want to get to know the cultural background of the Fargo area, this event is the ticket.
Fargo Airsho *
July 28th-29th
Hector International Airport
Fargo’s great expanse of sky make it the perfect place for an airshow. Watch as the Navy Blue Angels dip and dive through the air this July, filling the skies with stunts, tricks, and jet streams. Between the flying and the ground acts, you’re in for a weekend of absorbing, fun-filled entertainment.
Summer in Fargo means hot weather, plenty of interesting people, and quirky events. The city comes alive, making the season a great time to visit.