December 4, 2025

Have fun in Fargo-Moorhead this winter

Fargo Theatre Marquee

Winter in Fargo-Moorhead invites you to dive into a season of energy, exploration and enjoyment. From early December through February, this vibrant region offers both cozy indoor venues and bold outdoor adventures.

Here are some highlights to keep on your radar:

XCEL Energy Holiday Lights Parade

XCEL Energy Holiday Lights Parade

Kick off the season with the festive downtown parade at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 6. NDSU President David Cook will serve as Grand Marshal this year.

Christmas Jamboree by Kari Marie & guests

Christmas Jamboree by Kari Marie & guests

A live music holiday event at Fargo with big-band and seasonal classics on Dec. 12.

Brewhalla Very Merry Holiday Craft Market

Brewhalla Very Merry Holiday Craft Market

Holiday shopping, local craft vendors and warm drinks at Brewhalla on Dec. 14.

Holiday Lights at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds

Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds

Drive-through holiday light displays from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31 at the fairgrounds, open daily 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event is closed on Dec. 25.

Frostival Winter Celebration

Frostival Winter Celebration

A nine-day festival from Jan. 31 to Feb. 8 featuring sled races, ice events, outdoor games and community winter fun.

Fargo Hotdish Festival

Fargo Hotdish Festival

Celebrate Midwest comfort food culture on Feb. 1 with unlimited helpings of hotdish in downtown Fargo.

Fargo Coffee & Cocoa Crawl

Coffee & Cocoa Crawl

A downtown Fargo event on Feb. 8 where you can sample seasonal drinks, check out local cafés and warm up with friends.

To find a compiled list of events happening on campus and throughout the Fargo-Moorhead area, check out the myNDSU website.

Photos courtesy of Visit Fargo-Moorhead, Brewhalla, Fostival and Kari Marie.