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Fargo-Moorhead Businesses Close for 'ICE Out' Protest
Local businesses show solidarity with immigrant communities amid ICE enforcement actions.
Jan. 30, 2026 at 5:15pm
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Several businesses in the Fargo-Moorhead area have closed their doors on Friday, January 30th to participate in an 'ICE out' protest against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in Minnesota. The protest calls on people to stay home from work and school, and to avoid shopping, in order to send a message against ICE's actions.
Why it matters
The 'ICE out' protest reflects growing concerns in the community about aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and their impact on immigrant families. By closing their doors, local businesses are taking a stand and using their platforms to advocate for accountability and dignity for all people.
The details
Businesses like Swing Barrel Brewing, Rustica Eatery and Tavern, and Wild Terra have announced their participation in the protest, posting messages of solidarity on social media. Some, like Fargo's Brew Bird, say they can't fully shut down but will donate a portion of sales to support immigrant families. The Clay County DFL has also organized a protest rally in Moorhead to coincide with the 'ICE out' demonstration.
- The 'ICE out' protest is taking place on Friday, January 30, 2026.
The players
Swing Barrel Brewing
A local brewery in the Fargo-Moorhead area that is participating in the 'ICE out' protest by closing its doors.
Rustica Eatery and Tavern
A Fargo-Moorhead restaurant that is closing in solidarity with the 'ICE out' protest, citing its core values and role as a safe space in the community.
Wild Terra
A local business in the Fargo-Moorhead region that is showing support for the 'ICE out' protest on its social media channels.
Brew Bird
A small, locally-owned Fargo restaurant that can't fully close but is donating a portion of sales to support immigrant families.
Clay County DFL
The local Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party organization that has organized a protest rally in Moorhead to coincide with the 'ICE out' demonstration.
What they’re saying
“Withhold your labor and buying power to send the clear message: End ICE terror!”
— Swing Barrel Brewing
“This decision aligns fully with our core values and our role in the community as a safe space for everyone. We believe in accountability, caring for our neighbors, and the dignity of all people.”
— Rustica Eatery and Tavern, Owners
“F*** ICE”
— Harold's On Main
What’s next
The Clay County DFL has organized a protest rally from 4:00 to 5:30 PM on Friday, January 30th at 8th Street and 24th Avenue South in Moorhead to support the 'ICE out' demonstration.
The takeaway
The 'ICE out' protest in Fargo-Moorhead highlights the growing grassroots resistance to aggressive immigration enforcement tactics and the willingness of local businesses to use their platforms to advocate for immigrant communities and push for meaningful change.
