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About Alerus Center
Based in Grand Forks, Alerus Center works with couples planning weddings throughout Fargo and Bismarck, North Dakota. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including Gorecki Alumni Center and Ramada Inn Events. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Planning a live wedding band in Fargo
How much does a live wedding band cost in Fargo?
Live bands in Fargo commonly run $2,500–$7,000 depending on size and demand. Many couples split the difference: band for the reception, DJ or playlist for ceremony and cocktail hour. Always watch live or recent unedited footage before booking.
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Wedding venues near Alerus Center
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Gorecki Alumni Center | 0.9 mi |
| Ramada Inn Events | 1.4 mi |
| Ralph Engelstad Arena | 1.5 mi |
Straight-line distance from Alerus Center to each venue listed on Lazo.
Fargo weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, July, August, September. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 18° | 0° | 6% | 4:16 PM | 5:05 PM |
| Feb | 23° | 4° | 8% | 5:09 PM | 5:52 PM |
| Mar | 36° | 18° | 10% | 6:52 PM | 7:33 PM |
| Apr | 54° | 32° | 13% | 7:34 PM | 8:15 PM |
| May | 69° | 44° | 20% | 8:11 PM | 8:55 PM |
| Jun | 78° | 56° | 24% | 8:36 PM | 9:23 PM |
| Jul | 82° | 59° | 18% | 8:32 PM | 9:17 PM |
| Aug | 81° | 57° | 14% | 7:55 PM | 8:37 PM |
| Sep | 72° | 48° | 16% | 6:58 PM | 7:38 PM |
| Oct | 56° | 35° | 15% | 5:58 PM | 6:39 PM |
| Nov | 38° | 21° | 9% | 4:05 PM | 4:52 PM |
| Dec | 24° | 8° | 8% | 3:47 PM | 4:38 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Fargo Hector International Airport (3.5 mi from Fargo). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Fargo.
Getting to Fargo
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| FAR Hector International Airport | 3 mi | 5 min |
| GFK Grand Forks International Airport | 76 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| MSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | 220 mi | 5 hr 30 min |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis | 214 mi | 4 hr 30 min |
Straight-line distance from central Fargo; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 1200 S 42nd St, Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA
- Where
- Grand Forks · 73 miles north of central Fargo
- Listed under
- Live Wedding Bands
- In Fargo
- One of 45 live wedding bands we list · 3 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (701) 792-1200
- Website
- Visit site
From Alerus Center's website
- In business since
- 1996
- Travel
- Takes weddings outside the area
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Around Grand Forks
- Nearest venue
- Gorecki Alumni Center, 0.9 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 10 wedding venues
- Live Wedding Bands nearby
- 3 within 3 mi, 3 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 26 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- East Grand Forks
Distances are straight-line from Alerus Center; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Fargo.
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