Fargo-Moorhead Celebrates St. Patrick's Day with Lively Parade

Annual parade brings together communities on both sides of the Red River

Mar. 14, 2026 at 8:23pm

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The annual Fargo-Moorhead St. Patrick's Day Parade returned to downtown Fargo on Saturday, March 14, 2026, drawing crowds from across the region to celebrate the upcoming holiday. The parade featured floats, marching bands, and community groups from both Fargo and Moorhead, showcasing the multi-city nature of the event.

Why it matters

The St. Patrick's Day parade is a long-standing tradition in the Fargo-Moorhead area, bringing together residents from both sides of the Red River to kick off the festive holiday season. The parade highlights the strong community ties and cross-border collaboration between the two cities.

The details

The parade snaked through downtown Fargo, featuring a variety of colorful floats, marching bands, fire department personnel, and other community groups. Spectators enjoyed catching candy and watching performances, including a cover band called the "Baroque Nerds" from Moorhead. Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney and Moorhead Police Chief Chris Helmick were among the parade participants.

  • The annual Fargo-Moorhead St. Patrick's Day Parade took place on Saturday, March 14, 2026.
  • Saint Patrick's Day is celebrated annually on March 17.

The players

Fargo-Moorhead St. Patrick's Parade

An annual parade that brings together communities from both Fargo, North Dakota and Moorhead, Minnesota to celebrate the upcoming St. Patrick's Day holiday.

Tim Mahoney

The mayor of Fargo, North Dakota, who participated in the parade.

Chris Helmick

The police chief of Moorhead, Minnesota, who participated in the parade.

Baroque Nerds

A Moorhead-based cover band that performed during the parade.

Brynn Olson

Miss Downtown Fargo, which is part of the Miss America pageant, who waved to attendees during the parade.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The Fargo-Moorhead St. Patrick's Day Parade is a cherished tradition that brings together the communities on both sides of the Red River, showcasing the strong ties and collaborative spirit between the two cities.