Last updated: November 11, 2024
Feel the joy of the holidays in Moorhead! Our guide highlights all the festive events and activities. Whether you're a familiar face in Moorhead or a fresh visitor, our guide unlocks the festive magic.
This season, experience the enchanting display of lights at the Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds, where festive decorations illuminate the grounds. You can also explore the vibrant marketplace at Christkindlmarkt, filled with local crafts and seasonal treats. And the Holiday Nights at the Red River Zoo is something you definitely don't want to miss, offering a unique mix of winter wildlife experiences and holiday cheer. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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Moorhead Holiday Light Displays
Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds
- What to Expect
- Animated light displays and RGB effect lighting.
- Description
- Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds features a drive-through experience with RGB effect lighting, animated displays, and multiple drive-through tunnels spread over 1.5 miles, showcasing a variety of holiday-themed displays.
- Where
- West Fargo | More Info : Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds
Holiday Lights Parade
- What to Expect
- Spectacular parade floats and entries decorating with lights and music.
- Description
- The Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade features approximately 100 floats and entries decorating with lights and music, including spectacular parade floats, marching units, equestrian entries, and local leaders.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : Holiday Lights Parade
Holiday Lights at Lindenwood Park
- What to Expect
- Transforms a scenic park with thousands of lights for a festive outdoor stroll.
- Description
- A stunning display of thousands of twinkling lights transforms Lindenwood Park into an outdoor spectacle. Visitors can stroll along pathways lined with intricate light designs, capturing the essence of the season in a beautiful natural setting. Perfect for all ages, this event invites families to create lasting memories while enjoying the winter atmosphere.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : Holiday Lights at Lindenwood Park
Moorhead Holiday Markets and Shopping
Christkindlmarkt
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with a Gift Market and live music.
- Description
- Christkindlmarkt is a holiday event featuring a Gift Market, Bier Hall with Drekker Brewing Company, and live musical performances. It offers food, art demonstrations, and activities for kids, creating a lively atmosphere for all attendees.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : Christkindlmarkt
Moorhead Holiday Shows and Entertainment
The Classic Nutcracker
- What to Expect
- World-class ballet performance with live orchestra.
- Description
- The Classic Nutcracker is a professional ballet production featuring a live orchestra and elaborate sets and costumes.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : The Classic Nutcracker
Moorhead Other Holiday Activities
Holiday Nights at the Red River Zoo
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration in a zoo setting
- Description
- Holiday Nights at the Red River Zoo features festive lights and decorations illuminating the zoo, offering a unique holiday experience amidst the animals and natural surroundings.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : Holiday Nights at the Red River Zoo
Santa Village
- What to Expect
- Free holiday event with sensory-friendly activities and donation opportunities.
- Description
- Santa Village is a free event at Rheault Farm, offering activities like visiting Santa, meeting Mrs. Claus and Santa's elves, decorating cookies, and seeing Santa's reindeer. It also features horse-drawn carriage rides, model train displays, and light displays. Guests are encouraged to bring donations for local organizations.
- Where
- Fargo | More Info : Santa Village
Christmas on the Prairie
- What to Expect
- Traditional Christmas activities in a historic pioneer setting.
- Description
- Celebrate Christmas in a simpler time at Bonanzaville's pioneer village. Carolers sing seasonal songs, Christmas cards are printed in the Print Shop, and horse-drawn wagons carry passengers through the village. Children make homemade presents, and cookies are baked in a wood burning oven.
- Where
- West Fargo | More Info : Christmas on the Prairie
Sleigh Rides
- What to Expect
- Scenic sleigh rides with complimentary hot chocolate and cookies.
- Description
- Take a scenic sleigh ride through beautiful M.B. Johnson Park, offering a serene winter experience with free hot chocolate and cookies for all reservations.
- Where
- Moorhead | More Info : Sleigh Rides
Vergas Small Town Christmas
- What to Expect
- Holiday celebration with live nativity and cookie decorating.
- Description
- Join us in Vergas for a festive holiday celebration featuring a live nativity, cookie decorating, live music, Santa and Mrs. Claus, sleigh rides, and more.
- Where
- Vergas | More Info : Vergas Small Town Christmas