Location: Fargo
Top Things to do in Fargo
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Fargo, North Dakota (ND)
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. North Dakota State University
2. Newman Outdoor Field
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By 755cindya - Cancun, Mexico
The Fargo RedHawks are always fun to watch! Most nights have a giveaway if you come early or fireworks after. Very affordable for a family adventure.
3. West Acres Shopping Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 122 reviews
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
4. Fargo Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 228 reviews
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.
5. Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 400 reviews
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.
6. Sky Zone Fargo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Experience WOW - the weightlessness of bouncing, flipping and landing. We are dedicated to providing you with the pure joy that comes with flying via our trampolines, SuperTramp, Drop Zone, Ultimate Dodgeball, Sky Slam, and more! We are sky lovers, thrill seekers and people who believe that jumping is freedom. We believe fitness can be fun and play can be smart. We are healthy and bursting with energy. We fly high and keep it safe, within a very clean and healthy environment. Sky Zone Fargo offers Open Jump, Birthday Party Packages, Corporate/Group Events and much more. For just about any age, shape or size, Sky Zone Fargo is the ultimate 3-D play experience!
Reviewed By tashaw574
Visiting from Colorado I took my daughter and 4 friends to the sky zone in North Dakota they had I blast they had so much fun we stayed an extra hour. The supervisor was extremely professional I was almost shocked the entire place was super Crowded tons of kids and it looked like they could’ve used a extra person. That’s how busy it was how ever I seen the supervisor DYLAN HUMBLE Handel his staff and guests with respect and compassion he was very easy to talk to and had them motivated to work safely having his staff make sure the kids where following the rules and the place was a clean environment I’ve been to other sky zones in other states this sky zone in NOTH DAKOTA. Was hands down the best in many ways the staff was outstanding food was fresh and the bathrooms and floor was clean. totally worth the money couldn’t ask for more
7. Scheels Arena
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
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).
8. Lindenwood Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By sloibl - Valley City, United States
Took in the Holiday Lights while in Fargo for Christmas this past weekend. Very nice and decorative.
9. Red River Market
10. Red River Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 313 reviews
The Red River Zoo is a leading conservation organization for some of the world's rarest cold climate species. We feature world class exhibits on over 33 beautiful acres. Founded in 1999, we are constantly growing into a leading attraction in the Fargo Moorhead area. Our new interactive Children' Zoo Farm and Nature's Legendary Playground open in 2016! Come in and see for yourself!
Reviewed By 953sandyo - Sauk City, United States
We had so much fun at this zoo. Animals are easy to see, there is a great walkway and easy to follow path through the zoo. It may not have all of the animals other zoos do, but it has some unique ones that I have not seen at other zoos. The zoo grounds are well kept. On this visit we heard the wolves howl. A local family told us they come a few times a week and have never heard that. We were excited to be able to experience that. There is also a petting zoo of farm animals, a playground, and interactive things for children. Don't miss the carousel. This carousel was built by the famous Hershel Carousel Factory in New York and the horses are hand carved. No matter how old or young you are, make this a stop on any visit to Fargo.
