Summer is here, and we are looking for every excuse to be outside! We’ve rounded up all the spots to find outdoor music in Fargo!
Outdoor Music in Fargo & Moorhead
701 Eateries
This dual restaurant hosts musicians regularly and is a great patio spot to enjoy a warm summer night. Visit their Facebook page to see all events.
Address: 701 N University Dr, Fargo
Broadway Square Summer Music Series
Head to Broadway Square this summer for this FREE concert series! Dates are June 4, July 2, August 6, & September 3rd.
Address: 201 Broadway North, Downtown Fargo
Bluestem Amphitheater
This beautiful outdoor amphitheater in Moorhead is host to some great live music acts this summer. Check out their schedule and ticket options on their website!
Address: 801 50th Ave S, Moorhead
Fargo Blues Festival
Happening August 1st & 2nd this year, the annual Fargo Blues Festival is back at Newman Outdoor Field! Listen to live music on the lawn all afternoon and evening, and enjoy the many drink and food vendors there.
Address: Newman Outdoor Field, 1515 15th Ave N, Fargo
FM Kicks Band Outdoor Concerts
Throughout the summer the FM Kicks Band will host a series of summer park concerts that are free for everyone! Please bring a lawn chair. You can find the schedule on their website.
Address: Location varies.
Happy Harry’s Ribfest
Enjoy live music each night of Ribfest! This year it is June 4th – 7th.
Address: Fargodome, 1800 N University Dr, Fargo
Live Music at The Lights & POW/MIA Plaza
Outdoor concerts are scheduled throughout the summer at The Lights in West Fargo and POW/MIA Plaza in Downtown West Fargo. Please see the West Fargo Events website for a schedule and details.
Address:
Essentia Health Plaza at The Lights: 3150 Sheyenne St, West Fargo
POW/MIA Plaza: 400 Sheyenne Street, West Fargo
Music in the Park
Various evenings through Summer 2025. See the Fargo Parks website for a list of dates and musicians!
Address:
Broadway Square: 201 Broadway N, Downtown Fargo
Island Park: 302 7th St S, Downtown Fargo
Red River Market
Most Saturdays from July 12 – October 25 you can enjoy live music at the Red River Market in downtown Fargo. Please stay tuned to their website for entertainment announcements.
Red River Market: 201 Broadway North, Downtown Fargo (Broadway Square)
Red River Valley Fair
The fair is back this summer from July 4-13, 2025 with a great line-up of live music! Check their website for a full schedule and ticket information.
Address: Red River Valley Fairgrounds: 1805 Main Ave W, West Fargo
RiverArts Free Concert Series
Moorhead Parks and Recreation presents RiverArts five Wednesdays this summer (June 11, June 25, July 9, July 23, & August 6). Enjoy cultural performances, artist-led demonstrations, activities for all ages, inflatables, yard games, a photo station, and more. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase. See the Moorhead Parks and Recreation website for more information!
Address: Viking Ship Park, 202 1st Ave N, Moorhead
Up District Festival Field
Outdoor concerts are already scheduled June through August 2025! Please check to see if the show is all ages, and children will need a ticket unless otherwise stated.
Address: 1329 5th Ave N, Fargo
WE Fest
WE FEST is back this year from August 6-9 outside of Detroit Lakes, MN. Please see their website for their current line-up and ticket information.
Address: Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, MN
Did we miss any spots to find outdoor music in Fargo? E-mail us at [email protected] and let us know!
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