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 typically the first Wednesday of the month from June through September.
Address: 201 Broadway North, Downtown Fargo
Bluestem Amphitheater
This beautiful outdoor amphitheater in Moorhead is host to some great live music acts this summer. Stay up to date on their Facebook or check out their schedule and ticket options on their website!
Address: 801 50th Ave S, Moorhead
Fargo Blues Festival
Happening July 24th & 25th 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 follow them on Faceook or 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. Follow them on Facebook or 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
Thursdays each month of Summer 2026. See the Fargo Parks website for a list of dates, locations and musicians!
Address:
Island Park: 302 7th St S
Yunker Farm Park: 1201 28th Ave N
Trollwood Park: 3664 Elm St N
Red River Market
Most Saturdays from July 11 – October 31 you can enjoy live music at the Red River Market in downtown Fargo. Please stay tuned to Facebook 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 3-11, 2026 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 (other than June), July 8, July 22, August 5 & August 19). 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 2026! Please check their website to see if the show is all ages, children will need a ticket unless otherwise stated.
Address: 1329 5th Ave N, Fargo
WE Fest
WE FEST is back this year from August 5-8 outside of Detroit Lakes, MN. Please see their website for their current line-up and ticket information.
Address: Soo Pass Ranch: 25526 County Hwy 22, Detroit Lakes
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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