What to do and see in Fargo, North Dakota (ND): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

August 20, 2021 Roger Rusk

For a weekend of fun and relaxation, you don't have far to go. North Dakota's largest city gained a certain measure of modern fame with its 1996 movie namesake. But Fargo is more than a city of friendly folks and flat accents. Local museums will please art lovers, children and baseball enthusiasts. After a family visit to the Red River Zoo, parents can unwind at local area lounges, many of which offer casino gaming. In Fargo's sister city of Moorhead, Minnesota, The Heritage Hjemkomst Interpretive Center has replicas of a Viking ship and a Norwegian Stave church. Back in Fargo, Bonanzaville USA gives modern visitors a taste of pioneer life.
Restaurants in Fargo

1. Century 10

3931 9th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103-2103
Excellent
67%
Good
13%
Satisfactory
21%
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4.5 based on 24 reviews

This multiplex cinema has the region's first large-format screen, in addition to stadium seating in all theaters.

2. Dempsey's Public House

226 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102-4713 +1 701-235-5913 http://www.dempseyspublichouse.com
Excellent
63%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Dempsey's Public House

3. JL Beers

518 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102-4804 +1 701-492-3377 https://www.facebook.com/jlbeers518/
Excellent
60%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
4%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 25 reviews

JL Beers

Award Winning Burgers along with Fresh Cut Fries & Chips! 40 Beers on Tap!

4. West Acres Shopping Center

3902 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103-3357 http://www.westacres.com/
Excellent
42%
Good
47%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 122 reviews

West Acres Shopping Center

As the region's premier shopping destination, West Acres Shopping Center is home to over 120 stores, including 4 major department stores, and exclusive stores.

Reviewed By gabes953

One of the last great malls left. It's has tall ceilings, bright lights, and not only well kept, but very nice. Food court is decent but Crave is awesome. Selection of stores is definitely the best in region, not even close. Plenty of stuff to do with kids, including an arcade, play land, giant fountain, art studio, fish tanks, and movie theaters behind the mall. Baseball fans may like the Roger Maris wing, even has an original Yankee Stadium seat

5. Fargo Air Museum

1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102-1886 +1 701-293-8043 [email protected] http://www.fargoairmuseum.org
Excellent
49%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 176 reviews

Fargo Air Museum

Located just off I-29 interstate, The Fargo Air Museum is an easily accessed pet friendly, must-stop location. North Dakota's premiere aviation destination, the Fargo Air Museum's dual hangars are home to aircraft of all eras - from a modern unmanned reconnaissance drone to the "most accurate recreation of a Wright Brothers' flyer the Smithsonian Institute has ever seen." A "flying" museum, many of the airplanes occasionally take to the sky, a unique feature not found in the vast majority of the nation's static-display air museums. More than just a simple place to display its many aircraft, military memorabilia and exhibits, the Fargo Air Museum also houses one of the midwest's largest Aviation libraries. In addition, the museum hosts educational day-camps, speakers and seminars for flight fans of all ages to enjoy. The Fargo Air Museum is a fantastic choice for a unique venue for corporate & private events and has quickly become a local favorite for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions. Please email for event rental information. Located across the street from the Fargodome, the museum is also surrounded with dining opportunities and is conveniently just moments away from the Fargo's Hector International Airport.

Reviewed By F1600QZtimb - Crosby, United States

A bit disappointed that the Corsair was not there. A lot of great war birds among other things like a good souvenir shop.

6. Prairie Brothers Brewing Company

4474 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104-8795 +1 701-282-7222 [email protected] http://www.prairiebrothersbrewing.com/
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Prairie Brothers Brewing Company

7. Fargo Theatre

314 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 58102-4715 +1 701-239-8385 [email protected] http://www.fargotheatre.org
Excellent
66%
Good
26%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 228 reviews

Fargo Theatre

Reviewed By Road761900

Not only is this the most photographed icon in the state of North Dakota, it is a gem of history in the state's largest city of Fargo. Two screens/stages means there is always something to exciting to experience. Highly recommend silent movie night when the classic cars come out and an artist sits at the Mighty Wurlitzer to soundtrack the films. Also - kids movie days are the bomb. The theatre fills with kids, it's super affordable to for a ticket, popcorn and a drink, and no one expects you to sit down and be quiet. Be prepared for children dancing int the isles. Fargo Film Festival in March is incredible! We are so lucky to have the Fargo Theatre in our town. It's less than a block from Roberts Garage, which is free on nights and weekends.

8. Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center

2001 44th St S, Fargo, ND 58103-7144 +1 800-235-7654 [email protected] http://www.fargomoorhead.org
Excellent
65%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
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0%
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4.5 based on 400 reviews

Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center

Our Visitors Center, the "Grain Elevator", located at exit 348 of Interstate 94 has bushels of information, maps, brochures as well as a gift shop. It is open year round so stop in and talk to our Visitor Center Travel Ambassadors. We provide free wifi, popcorn, and coffee for visitors...And the bathrooms are spick-and-span! The Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center is also home to the woodchipper from the movie 'FARGO.' Stop by and have your photo taken with the infamous woodchipper! We provide the (fake) leg and bomber hats to complete the photo op. Be sure to see the Celebrity Walk of Fame outside our visitors center with star signatures and hand & foot prints in cement.

Reviewed By worldtraveler1951-11 - Wellesley, United States

What a fun way to end my journey to all 50 states! I have no idea how they know that this would be my last, but at 11 am, I was already the 4th person that day to complete this milestone. What a hoot! I got the tee-shirt and took many pictures of my friend with the infamous woodchipper from the movie. Pippa was very friendly and helpful. I suggest anyone passing through Fargo stop by the visitor's center for local hospitality as well as good recommendations for other local sites.

9. Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church

5202 25th St S, Fargo, ND 58104-7119 +1 701-235-5757 http://www.stsaaj.org/index.aspx
Excellent
73%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Sts. Anne & Joachim Catholic Church

10. Scheels Arena

5225 31st Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104-8750 +1 701-356-7656 http://scheelsarena.com/
Excellent
57%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 49 reviews

Scheels Arena

Reviewed By LifeAtlasTravel - West Des Moines, United States

Love going to the Force games and other exhibition and college hockey games as well as concerts held here (decent acoustics).

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