There’s just something nostalgic about sleigh rides at holiday time. And we’ve found all the spots you can get a sleigh ride or carriage ride in Fargo and Moorhead, pulled by real horses!
Check out one of these great events to book your ride today and feel all the holiday magic. Hurry, they book quickly!
Sleigh Rides in Fargo & Moorhead 2026
Cookies with the Claus Family
Date: Friday, November 27th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free!
How to Book: This event is free to attend!
Other Details: Enjoy other fun activities like meeting Santa and Mrs. Claus, cookie decorating, face painting, bouncy houses, holiday art project, and holiday treats!
Santa Village at Rheault Farm
Dates: Carriage rides are offered from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. only on the following dates: November 28-29, December 5-6, December 11-13, December 17-22, 2026.
Cost: $2.50 per person
How to Book: Santa Village is free to attend, and you can get tickets for the carriage rides inside at the concession stand during their operating hours.
Other Details: Hot cocoa and snacks can be purchased inside at the concessions. Other activities are available at Santa Village (cookie decorating, crafts and games/play, visiting Santa & Mrs. Claus). During the evening hours/dark there are lights on at Rheault Farm, so this is a recommended time to go!
Christmas on the Prairie at Bonanzaville
Dates: December 5th from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cost: Adults are $6, kids ages 6-18 are $3, and kids 5 and under are free. Purchase a family pass (family of 4) for $15!
How to Book: Just attend the event! More details here.
Other Details: Enjoy free photos with Santa and make calls to the North Pole. Plus crafts, roast marshmallows for s’mores, and cocoa. The village will also be filled with historic demonstrations.
Buffalo River Festival of Lights
Dates: Open Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays from November 28, 2026 – January 3, 2027 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Coming soon. Visit their website for most up-to-date information.
How to Book: See their website on how to reserve.
Other Details: Walk through beautiful light displays, enjoy s’mores and cocoa, visit Santa, and get a sleigh ride!
Enjoy the holiday season!
Know of other carriage or sleigh rides in Fargo or Moorhead to add? E-mail us at [email protected] and let us know to add it!
