Things to Do in Fargo (2025)

A 1926 Art Deco icon that anchors downtown with indie films, touring acts, and the Fargo Film Festival. Frequently recommended by Condé Nast Traveler, it’s the place to feel Fargo’s creative pulse any night of the week.

North Dakota’s only accredited art museum highlights contemporary, regional, and Native American work, with hands-on classes in the Center for Creativity. Often cited by travel editors; free general admission keeps it welcoming to all.

Saturday mornings downtown brim with growers, global eats, and live music. Praised by Midwest Living and supported by North Dakota Tourism, the market matches SNAP dollars and mirrors Fargo’s diverse, friendly food culture.

A locally built food hall, boutique hotel, and event hub attached to Drekker’s taproom next door. Covered by North Dakota Tourism and The Forum, it hosts tours, pop‑ups, and big gatherings like DrekkerFest.

Chef-driven dining behind the Fargo Theatre in a 1917 warehouse. Regularly applauded by regional critics and national roundups, it’s a polished taste of Fargo’s culinary rise—start with a cocktail at the horseshoe bar.

New in 2025 from local restaurateurs Nikki Berglund and Chef Ryan Nitschke, reported by The Forum and Fargo Underground. Breakfast through dinner with Midwestern supper‑club charm and chefly flourishes in the former BernBaum’s space.

Beloved for European‑style pastries, elegant cakes, and thoughtful lunches. A James Beard Award nominee, and a downtown ritual before shows or gallery hops—local writers have sung its praises for years.

Third‑wave coffee roasted in‑house with a vinyl soundtrack and cult‑favorite toast. Noted by national and local press, including the Washington Post, for upping Fargo’s coffee game—ideal fuel for downtown exploring.

Fargo’s first cidery pours creative flights in a restored horse stable. Highlighted by travel editors and state tourism, it hosts vintage markets, pop‑ups, and sunny‑patio hangs—an easy detour from Broadway.

Independent taproom pouring regional beverages with an underground comedy club that books touring comics and local showcases. A reliable nightlife pick praised by local critics for nurturing Fargo’s stand‑up scene.

A community‑run museum where many aircraft actually fly, with youth camps, veteran programs, and seasonal events. Recommended by Midwest Living and North Dakota Tourism; a short hop from the Fargodome.