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FILM FESTIVAL: "Northern Plains Indigenous Film Festival" @ Fargo Theatre


  • Fargo Theatre 314 Broadway Dr N Fargo, ND 58102 United States (map)
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FEE: Ticketed event — see website for details

Northern Plains Indigenous Film Festival

📅 April 17–18, 2026
📍 Fargo Theatre — Fargo, North Dakota

The Experience:

Two days of narrative, documentary, and short films followed by filmmaker Q&As that turn watching into an active conversation.

The Venue:

Experience world-class cinema at the historic Fargo Theatre (a landmark venue in the heart of downtown).

Tickets:

Information on “Grabbing your seat” will be announced soon.

🌐 Festival website: https://northernplainsfestival.org/

Earlier Event: April 17
WORKSHOP: "Acrylic Mixed Media Collage Workshop" @ Mourning Dove Studio, Moorhead
Later Event: April 17
LIVE PERFORMANCE: "10 Minute Plays" @ Hjemkomst Center, Moorhead, MN
 

Lake Region Arts Council

Monday - 9 am - 3 pm
Tuesday - 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday - 9 am - 3 pm
Thursday - 9 am - 5 pm
Friday-Sunday - CLOSED

If you are planning to visit the office, please call first:

(888) 735-9622

Email

 

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