Broadway Square

O U R   S T O R Y

Every city needs a community gathering space, and Fargo's Broadway Square is designed to be just that - a place for the community to gather and share ideas, stories, experiences and perspectives. 

Broadway Square is a comfy half-acre of community gathering space for the public, located at the corner of Broadway and 2nd Avenue N. in the heart of Downtown Fargo and managed by the Fargo Park District in a manner that fosters vibrant and engaged public use. 

Broadway Square Strives to be a space that:

• Works to break down barriers, start conversations and be agile and adaptive to community needs
• Is intentional and passionate about creating equitable opportunities and experiences for all populations
• Mindfully seeks out, engages, empowers, listens to and authentically represents the entire range of voices in out community
• Has something for everyone

Broadway Square is a place that celebrates and creates space for the community, diverse voices, collaboration, conversations, storytelling, experiences and new ideas.

Broadway Square started as the Block 9 Project. Block 9 is a mid-rise, mixed-use tower in the heart of downtown Fargo at the corner of Broadway and Second Avenue North. After 43 years as a surface parking lot, Block 9 has transformed the Fargo skyline. The project includes headquarters for hundreds of team members of R.D. Offutt Company, ground floor retail, a boutique hotel, restaurant, and residential condominiums.

A M E N I T I E S

SCHEELS Skating Rink and Skate Shack: The SCHEELS Skating Rink and Skate Shack are seasonal (December-March)

The Square Spouts: Broadway Square's Interactive Water Feature, The Square Spouts is seasonal (May-October).

Leisure Lawn:

Relax in the summer months on the Leisure Lawn at Broadway Square! Please follow the guidelines below to avoid damaging the artificial lawn:

• • Cafe tables and chairs are not allowed on the lawn area
  • Clean up after your pets - visit our Pet Pampering Station for doggy bags and a scooper shovel
  • Pick up your trash and throw it away in the garbage and recycling cans around The Square

Little Free Library: Designed for people of all ages to take a book, read it and then return or replace it with another one of their used books. Part of the larger, Reading in Color initiative, this library offers a wide variety of diverse books for people of all ages.

Water Bottle Filling Station: The water bottle filling station at Broadway Square is located indoors next to the restrooms.

Adopt-An-Amenity: The water bottle filling station is sponsored by Design Direction.

Pet Pampering Station: Designed to make your pet's trip to Broadway Square more enjoyable. This station includes a scooper shovel, doggie bags, trash can, fresh water and treats.

2 0 2 4   H I G H L I G H T S

Broadway Square hosted 46 event days with both public and private events: Fargo Marathon, Vance Thompson Vision, Hatch Coach Conference, Bushel Buddy Seat Conference Shindig, Bushel Summer Picnic, Juneteenth Celebration, 3 Night Bazaars, Fargo Police Picnic, Music at the Swuare, Somali Heritage Celebration, 701 Day, Kilbourne Group Company Picnic, TedX Promo Snocones, 16 Red River Market Events, 3 Day Fargo Street Fair, Governors Cup, Barry Foundation Pay Internship, Start Up Brew, Jazz in the Square, Wellness Day, Fargo-Moorhead Pride Parade Weekend, 4 Movies in the Square, All Africa Festival, Veterans Event

295K Visits to Broadway Square

140K Unique Visitors

North Dakota Department of Commerce 2024 Main Street ND Award Recipient - The Office of the Governor and Department of Commerce collaborate on giving the awards, and a selection committee made up of the collaborating agencies and partners judge the entries and make final decisions.

Healthy, Vibrant Community Award (Urban) - Broadway Square, a revitalized public space in Downtown Fargo, has transformed the area into a vibrant community hub. The Downtown Community Partnership's effective management and programming have attracted residents, visitors, and businesses, making it a model for urban renewal and community engagement. This activation highlights Broadway Square's significant impact on the downtown landscape.

S U M M E R / F A L L   2 0 2 5   E V E N T S

Jasper / DCP Summer Concert Series - Wednesday, June 4, 2025

Hatch Summit Welcome Party - Monday, June 16, 2025

Night Bazaar: Renaissance - Thursday, June 26, 2025

Jasper / DCP Summer Concert Series - Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Opening Day of the Red River Market - Saturday, July 12, 2025

Fargo Street Fair - Thursday, July 17 through Saturday, July 19, 2025

Red River Market: SUNDAY Market - Sunday, July 20, 2025

Night Bazaar: Circus - Thursday, July 24, 2025

Red River Market: Welcome Day - Saturday, July 26, 2025

Red River Market: Jazz Fest - Saturday, August 2, 2025

Jasper / DCP Summer Concert Series - Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Red River Market: Pride - Saturday, August 9, 2025

Red River Market: Kid's Day - Saturday, August 16, 2025

Red River Market: Global Day - Saturday, August 23, 2025

Red River Market - Saturday, August 30, 2025

Jasper / DCP Summer Concert Series - Wednesday, September 3, 2025

Red River Market: College Day - Saturday, September 6, 2025

Red River Market: Arts Day - Saturday, September 13, 2025

Night Bazaar: Magic Red River Market - Thursday, September 18, 2025

Red River Market: BBQ Day - Saturday, September 20, 2025

Red River Market: Grower's Day - Saturday, September 27, 2025

Red River Market: Fall Fest - Saturday, October 4, 2025

Red River Market: Red Rover - Saturday, October 11, 2025

Red River Market: Closing Day - Saturday, October 25, 2025

H O U R S

Broadway Square Park Hours:

• Fall/Winter Hours: 9:00am-9:00pm
• Spring/Summer Hours: 8:00am-10:00pm

Broadway Square Public Restroom Hours:

• Winter: Open during Skate Shack hours
• Spring/Summer/Fall: Weekdays from 10:00am-2:00pm and during staffed events

SCHEELS Skating Rink Hours (Winter):

• Weekdays: 4:00-9:00pm
• Weekends: 12:00-9:00pm

Square Spouts Hours (Summer):

• Daily: 10:00am-10:00pm