2026 Xcel Energy Holiday Lights Parade

Join us for the Holiday Lights Parade, presented by the Downtown Community Partnership and proudly sponsored by Xcel Energy.

This beloved Downtown Fargo tradition draws thousands of spectators from across the Fargo-Moorhead community and features dozens of dazzling entries decked out with lights and music. Enjoy a magical evening filled with spectacular floats, marching units, equestrian entries, and local leaders as we celebrate the start of the holiday season together.

 Saturday, December 5
 Parade begins at 6:30 PM