Whether you’re looking to carve pumpkins with your family or get your socks scared off, Fargo-Moorhead has a little bit of hocus pocus for everyone to enjoy the timeless tradition of Halloween. Take a peek (if you dare) at some of our spooky, and non-spooky, ideas for making the most out of your Halloween this year.
Fright Nights & Family Fun
Acres of Terror
Be prepared for a heart-racing journey as you make your way through a haunted school, terrifying house, corn maze and much more. At Acres of Terror, you’ll encounter plenty of creepy characters such as Scremit Da Klown, Striker, ZiggyD Wolf and Stu Possado that will scare you right out of your socks on your adventure.
108 Hwy. 18 S, Leonard, N.D.
• Fridays and Saturdays through October 31
• Rain or shine from dusk until midnight • $20 Adults, $12 Kids 10 and Under
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The Haunted Farm
The Haunted Farm has specialized in scaring for over 20 years, and has recently combined their annual Walking Dead attraction with the Nightmares on Elm Street attraction (formerly in Kindred, N.D.) so that you get the ultimate haunting experience. The nefarious trail throughout the farm and woods is sure to send chills up your spine and you might not be able to hold back your screams.
1947 130th Ave. S, Moorhead
• Halloween Preview: Fridays and Saturdays through October 8 from 7 – 11 p.m.
• The Big Show: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays October 13 – 31 from 7 – 11 p.m.
• $20 per person
• Pick up a 2-for-1 admission pass at CCRI and the Haunted Farm donates the money back.
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The Haunted Corn Maze
At the Haunted Corn Maze, people of all ages can enjoy themselves. Those brave enough can get spooked by adventuring through the maze at night or you can also enjoy the unhaunted aspects of the farm such as apple cider, hay rides, bonfires and family fun.
12747 3rd St. S, Moorhead
• Fridays and Saturdays through October 29
• 7 p.m. – midnight (last entry must arrive by 11 p.m.)
• $17 Adults, $14 Kids 10 and under
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Buffalo River Pumpkin Patch
Bring the whole family and all of your friends out to the pumpkin patch this fall. You can enjoy exciting attractions such as a petting zoo, games, horse drawn rides, duck races, a straw maze and much more. Oh, and you can’t forget to pick out the perfect pumpkin.
14447 Hwy. 10, Glyndon, Minn.
• Fridays from 3 – 6 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
• $5 gate fee, ages 1 and under free, additional costs required for various attractions.
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Dakota Carriage Company Pumpkin Patch & Nonhaunted Corn Maze
Enjoy over 25 free attractions such as corn mazes, mini golf, spook walks, a petting zoo, horse drawn carriage rides and so much more at Dakota Carriage Company’s pumpkin patch. You can also check out their nonhaunted corn maze at night, which is perfect for those who would rather not be scared by a man with a chainsaw or for kids who still want to enjoy the corn maze at night. Don’t forget to bring a friend and a flashlight.
Pumpkin Patch:
• Through October 30
• Fridays from 1 – 6 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., Sundays from 1 – 6 p.m., Bonus day October 20 from 1 – 6 p.m.
• $7 gate fee, ages 1 and under free
Corn Maze:
• Every Friday in October from 7 – 10 p.m.
• $5 per person
Little Pumpkin Days:
• Educational field trips available for daycares and schools. Rates for classroom field trips are available Tuesdays through Fridays from 9 a.m – 3 p.m. only. October 4 – 7, October 11 – 14 and October 18 – 21. Rates vary per person and group.
7414 40th Ave. N, Fargo | dakotacarriagecompany.com
Halloween Events
Check out our live music calendar to see which bars and venues will be having live music and dance parties on Halloween night!
Boo at the Zoo
22nd from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Check out the Red River Zoo’s spooktacular Halloween event that’s complete with plenty of family fun activities. Enjoy trick-or-treating, critter encounters and a costume contest. Don’t forget to dress up. redriverzoo.org
Red River Zoo | 4255 23rd Ave. S, Fargo
"The Shining"
27th – 30th at 7:30 p.m.
Don’t miss the FMCT’s mainstage regional premiere of the horror classic thriller, “The Shining.” Adapted from the novel by Stephen King by Jason Levering and Aaron Sailers, this production will tell the story of Jack Torrance, who takes a job as the caretaker of a lonely mountain inn and soon discovers its dark past. He beings to unravel mentally, and becomes hell- bent on terrorizing his family and those around him.
The State at Island Park | 333 4th St. S, Fargo
Teen Night Halloween Party
28th from 6 – 8 p.m. and 8 – 10 p.m.
Skate during two different sessions and enjoy a costume contest with cash prizes. Regular skate rental fees apply ($5 admission or $7 for both). These sessions are not intended for beginner skaters.
Skate City | 3302 Interstate Blvd., Fargo
Moonlight Monster Mash
29th from 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Vampires, ghosts and skeletons under the age of 9 are welcome to participate in a night filled with dancing, games, trick-or-treating, a haunted attic and plenty of great costumes. Parental supervision is required. Cost is $3 per person and free for ages 2 and under.
Fargo Youth Center | 2500 18th St. S, Fargo
Family Skate Costume Party
29th from 10 a.m. – noon
Bring in the whole family and get your skate on in costume. Admission is $5 and skate rental is $1.50, but parents can skate for free. You’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorite Halloween songs and games in a two-hour skating session.
Skate City | 3302 Interstate Blvd., Fargo
Harry Potter Halloween Party
29th from 7 – 11 p.m.
The Frothy Stache will be having a Harry Potter costume contest with games, door prizes and more. The Great Q-Dini will also be performing magic, and the bar will offer $3 taps, BOGO pounders and $5 beer flights. This event is for ages 21 older and your ID is required for entry.
The Frothy Stache | 805 30th Ave. S, Fargo
10th Annual Community Halloween Carnival
31st from 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
This Halloween event is free for the whole community and will be a mix of carnival games and inflatable games from Games Galore. All kids will receive a free Halloween goodie bag while supplies last.
Courts Plus | 3491 University Dr. S, Fargo
The Aquarium's Halloween Party Punk Rock Tribute Show
31st at 9 p.m.
226 Broadway N, Fargo (Above Dempsey’s)
Moorhead Center Mall: Haunted mall and trick-or-treating
31st at 4 p.m.
510 Center Ave., Moorhead
SCHEELS Trick-Or-Treating
31st from 4 – 7 p.m.
1551 45th St. S, Fargo
West Acres Mall Trick-Or-Treating
31st from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
3902 13th Ave. S, Fargo
Costumes & Decor
Some might be into buying a simple costume set for Halloween, while others thrive on constructing their costume from scratch. There are many stores to buy packaged costumes at, but we thought we would include a few places that you may not have previously thought to look for halloween costumes, accessories and crafts to create the perfect DIY costume or decor.
Applause Costume & Dancewear
790 2nd Ave. S, Moorhead
Dakota Boys & Girls Ranch
1001 4th Ave. N, Fargo
1601 32nd Ave. S, Fargo
704 38th St. N, Fargo
1500 Center Ave. W, Dilworth
Enchantasys Lingerie
2512 7th Ave. S, Fargo
Gompf Displays
110 University Dr. S, Fargo
Halloween Express
5050 13th Ave. S, Fargo
Hobby Lobby Arts & Crafts
4427 13th Ave. SW, Fargo
Hot Topic
3902 13th Ave. S, Fargo (West Acres Mall)
Jo-Ann Fabric
4340 13th Ave. S, Fargo
Michaels
1638 13th Ave. E. Ste. 1, West Fargo
Party City
4340 13th Ave. S, Fargo
Plato’s Closet
2551 45th St. S, Fargo
Savers Thrift Store
1623 38th St. S, Fargo
Spencer’s Gifts
3902 13th Ave. S, Fargo (West Acres Mall)
Spirit Halloween
1631 38th St. S, Fargo
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