Looking for things to do in Fargo-Moorhead this month? Look no further for October entertainment.
From spooky movies and social affairs to fall activities and special events, here are 28 adventures to go on this month in the Fargo-Moorhead area. Will you splurge for an unforgettable murder mystery dinner party, attend black light bingo night, make a new friend at a gin-tasting class—or all three?
Attend a Halloween movie night
The Fargo Theatre screens a host of Halloween hits this month. View them all, if you dare!
Madd Frank Presents: The Little Shop of Horrors
Oct. 4 | 2 p.m. | $5
Join the late, great Fargo-Moorhead public access television legend for a special presentation of this horror-comedy musical—featuring Madd Frank’s original skits, as seen on TV.
Get Out
Oct. 6 | 7 p.m. | $7
Watch the unsettling horror film that defined the 2010s—the story of a young man’s twisted first visit to his girlfriend’s parents’ house.
Beetlejuice
Oct. 10 | 2 p.m. | $7
Catch this nostalgic Halloween flick, in which a dead couple calls upon the creepy Betelgeuse to do their bidding.
Bride of Frankenstein
Oct. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | $5
Dr. Frankenstein is urged to give life to a companion for his monster in this 1935 Boris Karloff classic.
Bride of Chucky
Oct. 16 | 7 p.m. | $7
Tune in to this sequel in the Child’s Play franchise, where Chucky gets revenge on his human former girlfriend.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Oct. 30 | 11 p.m. | $9
What would Halloween be without an annual viewing of Rocky Horror? Damn it, Janet—let’s do the time warp again!
Celebrate spooky season
Dazed in the Maze
Oct. 2, 16, & 30 | 5–10 p.m. | $25
A classic corn maze with a 21+ twist: sip wine, mead, beer, and spirits purchased from vendors within the Lost in the Valley corn maze as you navigate its twists and turns. Plus live music, food trucks, and games. Boo(ze)! Get your ticket here.
Apple Harvest Festival
Oct. 11 | Noon–5 p.m. | Free
Wild Terra hosts a fall festival with local makers, live music, fall foods, photo ops, and more.
Punkin Bash
Oct. 18 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | Free
Gather at Drekker Brewing Company for a mix of family-friendly fall fun and adults-only autumn activities and games. We all know Halloween is beloved by all ages, and this event provides for those of us who have sadly aged out of trick-or-treating.
Skies Over Hogwarts
Oct. 17, 18, 24, & 25 | Sat. 11 a.m. & Sun. 3 p.m | $8 per adult
Potterheads: Don’t miss this charming show at the Minnesota State University Moorhead planetarium. Learn about the celestial themes in the world of Harry Potter.
Brewhallaween
Oct. 31 | 8 p.m.–Midnight | Free
Need somewhere to celebrate Halloween proper? Don your finest costume and head to the Drekker Brewing Company taproom at the witching hour for a nocturnal dance party and a night of All Hallows’ Eve activities.
Visit a fall market
Junkin’ Market Days
Oct. 2 & 3 | Fri. 4–7 p.m. & Sat. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. | $5
More than 80 small businesses sell vintage clothing, jewelry, decor, furniture, candles, antiques, and more at the West Fargo Veterans Memorial Arena. Shop ‘til you drop, then swing by the food trucks and do it all over again.
Brewhalla Fall Craft Market
Oct. 11 | Noon–6 p.m. | Free
Shop a treasure trove of locally made goods while you sip coffee (or beer) at this midday market.
Folkways Night Bazaar: Spooky
Oct. 15 | 5–9 p.m. | Free
Area artists, vintage dealers, and crafters gather at Brewhalla for a late evening browse-and-shop. Folkways blends art, music, performance, and whimsy to create immersive events that are much more than markets.
The Big One’s Fargo Fall Show
Oct. 23 & 24 | Fri. 10 a.m.–8 p.m. & 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | $5
This larger-than-life makers’ market at the Fargodome hosts more than 200 exhibitors, whose booths are brimming with arts, crafts, and baked goods.
Fargo Record Fair
Oct. 25 | 10 a.m.–5 p.m. | $5
Dig for prized records, snag special cassettes, add to your car CD collection, and browse the inventories of more than 50 media vendors at this Brewhalla event. Grab a bite and a brew while you’re at it, of course.
Red River Market Halloween Market
Oct. 31 | 10 a.m.–2 p.m. | Free
Red River Market marks its last day of the season on the last day of the month—and hosts a special Halloween-themed market. R.I.P. summer!
Get out and be social
Studio Crawl
Oct. 3 & 4 | Noon–6 p.m. | Free
Peek into the studios of local artists during the FM Visual Artists’ annual open studios event, featuring exhibitions and artist talks. Get a behind-the-scenes look at artists in their element.
Barrel Room Trivia
Oct. 6 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Free
Every first Tuesday of the month, Drekker Brewing Company hosts trivia night in its Barrel Room. Stop by for game night hosted by its resident beertenders-slash-quizmasters.
Improv Comedy Jam Session
Oct. 6, 13, 20, & 27 | 6 p.m.–8 p.m. | Free
Witness the emergent phenomenon of an Improv Comedy Jam Session and tune up your funny bone. Tuesday nights in The Cellar at Front Street Taproom. Participation welcomed, not required.
Nerd Nite
Oct. 15 | 7 p.m.–9 p.m. | $10
Enjoy quirky presentations from local nerds who will impart their wisdom and special interests to the crowd at Front Street Taproom’s The Cellar.
Spirits Class: Autumnal Gin
Oct. 15 | 6:30 p.m. | $30
Elevate your palate and knowledge of spirits in this class all about gin—specifically those with dark, rich profiles that suit the fall season—with Bridgeview Liquor. Think: fall fruits and spices. Purchase a ticket here.
Blacklight Bingo
Oct. 16 | 8 p.m. | $30 per pack or $3 per single card
Join in on this classic game with a neon twist at The Sandbox. Expect glow-in-the-dark daubers and a DJ. Dress to fluoresce!
Grab a ticket to a special event
LunaTique Boutique Presents the Booze, Brothels, & Boos Tour
Oct. 2–31 | 7 p.m. | $54
Take a 2-hour historical walking tour and explore the saloons, ghost stories, and X-rated past of downtown Fargo on select Thursdays, Fridays, or Saturdays in October. Grab your ticket here.
Dirty Money: The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
Oct. 3 & 31 | 6–9 p.m. | $72
Take part in this interactive comedy true-crime dinner theater show and solve a murder mystery while you sup. It’s a tale of arson, fraud, and a killer set on making their victims pay. Find tickets here.
An Evening with David Sedaris
Oct. 20 | 7 p.m. | $62–$84
The acclaimed humor writer takes to the Historic Fargo Theatre stage for an evening of his revered storytelling.
Rosewild Supper Series
Oct. 22 | 6–9 p.m. | Starting at $75, plus fees
Enjoy a fancy four-course meal made with fresh ingredients from Cows and Co Creamery at the Jasper Hotel’s restaurant, Rosewild. Bring a date or come to meet new people who also enjoy the finer things in life!
Fall Favorites: Pumpkin Spice Baking
Oct. 26 | 6–8:30 p.m. | $100
Learn to prepare a suite of fall treats at The 1889—from PSLs to pumpkin cinnamon rolls and beyond. C’mon, no one can resist the allure of pumpkin spice.
