Moorhead · Clay County, MN

Family things to do in Moorhead

Scout analyzed 13 Moorhead places and surfaced the ones that actually fit family.

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Typical visit

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Food & Drink

Rustica | Eatery and Tavern

Rustica is a good dinner spot for creative American fare or artisanal pizza. Expect to spend 1.5 to 2 hours and $30-$75 per person. It can pair well with a pre-dinner drink at a nearby bar or a post-dinner stroll if weather permits.

FoodCocktailsShopping

$30–$75 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Moorhead Fryn' Pan Family Restaurant

This family restaurant is suitable for a casual, inexpensive meal, especially for breakfast or lunch. Expect to spend about an hour and $10-25 per person on classic American comfort food.

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$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Shopping

Easten Shopping Center

This shopping center is suitable for a few hours of browsing or specific retail needs, good for a solo trip or family outing, and offers a climate-controlled environment. Costs vary widely depending on purchases, but window shopping is free.

ShoppingFoodRelaxed

$0–$100 typical1 hr visiteasy parking

Downtown

Hotel Donaldson

Hotel Donaldson is good for an upscale evening out, perhaps for cocktails at the rooftop bar or dinner at the hip restaurant. Plan for a 2-3 hour visit and a spend of $30-$150 per person.

FoodCocktailsArts

$30–$150 typical2 hr visitmoderate parking

Food & Drink

Village Inn

This is a reliable spot for a casual and affordable breakfast or brunch, suitable for families or a quick solo meal. Expect to spend under an hour and around $10-20 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed

$10–$20 typical45 min visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Junkyard Brewing Company

Junkyard Brewing is a good spot for a relaxed afternoon or evening with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-50 per person on drinks and food. It's often paired with other downtown Moorhead activities.

FoodCocktailsLive music

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Arts & Culture

Hjemkomst Center

The Hjemkomst Center is a museum complex that works well for a 1.5-hour family outing, particularly with visiting relatives. Expect to spend $10-15 per person to see the Viking ship replica and stave church.

ArtsHistoryViews

$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking