Holiday lights 2026 Checked Nov 2, 2026
Christmas lights in Fargo-Moorhead, 2026
It's dark by five. Might as well make it sparkle. Dates and prices below come from each organizer's own page; anything without 2026 dates sits in the not-announced pile until it has some.
Updated Nov 2, 2026 · 5 checked listings · calendar parts refreshed Nov 2, 2026, 4:41 p.m. CT · All guides
Drive-through lights
Heat on, radio on, kids in pajamas.
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Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds
Nov 28–Dec 31, nightly 5–10 p.m. · closed Dec 25
Themed displays, animated lights and drive-through tunnels along about 1.5 miles at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds, 1805 Main Ave W. About 25–30 minutes at the posted 5 mph. Limos and buses $60. Dates are from the organizer's FAQ; check before you go.
Source: Red River Valley Fair · checked Nov 2, 2026
Lights you can walk through
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Santa Village at Rheault Farm
Weekends Nov 28–Dec 20 plus Dec 17, 18, 21, 22 · sensory-friendly night Fri, Dec 11, 4–6 p.m.
Santa and Mrs. Claus, reindeer, cookie decorating, model trains and light displays. Carriage rides $2.50 (3 and under free) on weekend afternoons. The Santa line closes early, so don't cut it close. Bring a canned good or toy.
Source: Fargo Parks · checked Nov 1, 2026
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Holiday Tree Lighting at Broadway Square
Sat, Dec 5, 5–8 p.m. · lighting at 6
Santa and Mrs. Claus count down the tree, plus hot chocolate, s'mores stations and crafts. Weather permitting, the rink is open with free skate rentals. Then the parade rolls in.
Source: Fargo Parks · checked Nov 1, 2026
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Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade
Sat, Dec 5, 6:30 p.m.
Lit-up floats, marching units and equestrian entries. Thousands of people show up, so pick your curb early.
Source: Downtown Community Partnership · checked Nov 1, 2026
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Festival of Trees
Through Fri, Dec 4 · Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Decorated trees from local businesses and families, plus Santa's Mailbox for letters. Extended viewing during events.
Source: FARGODOME / Fraser, Ltd. · checked Nov 1, 2026
Not announced yet
These have pages but no confirmed dates for this season. We list them so you know to look, not so you show up.
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Holiday Nights at the Red River Zoo
2026 dates not posted
A stroll through the decorated zoo with an elf scavenger hunt, sledding and s'mores (extra). The page lists adults $8, kids 2–14 $5 and members free, but no 2026 dates yet.
Source: Red River Zoo · checked Nov 2, 2026
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Moorhead Holiday Kickoff tree lighting & Skate with Santa
2026 dates not posted
Moorhead Parks says to stay tuned for 2026 dates.
Source: Moorhead Parks & Recreation · checked Nov 1, 2026
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Light Up the Night tree lighting (West Fargo)
2026 dates not posted
West Fargo Events' page still shows last year's edition.
Source: West Fargo Events · checked Nov 1, 2026
Questions, answered
Where is the drive-through Christmas light show in Fargo?
Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds, at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds in West Fargo (1805 Main Ave W). Its FAQ lists Nov. 28–Dec. 31, 5–10 p.m. nightly, closed Christmas Day.
How much is Holiday Lights at the Fairgrounds?
$25 per car and $60 per limo or bus, per the organizer's site.
How long does the Fargo drive-through light show take?
About 25–30 minutes at the advised 5 mph.
When is the Holiday Lights Parade in Fargo in 2026?
Saturday, Dec. 5, at 6:30 p.m. on Broadway downtown. The Broadway Square tree lighting is the same evening, with the lighting at 6.
Are there free Christmas lights in Fargo?
Yes. Santa Village at Rheault Farm is free and has light displays, and the Holiday Lights Parade is free to watch.
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