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​Spring Gala: Color Flings

April 27th, 2025

Saturday, May 3, 7 p.m.-Midnight

Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave. N., Fargo

Don’t miss the art party of the year! What goes on at the gala? There’s a silent art auction with music by Low Standards and DJ Star IV, hors d’oeuvres courtesy of VIP Catering, beverages by Chef’s Table Catering, tasty desserts a la Nichole’s Fine Pastry & Café and wine tasting by Happy Harry’s Bottle Shops. Shake off the winter blues and add a little color to your life. Funds raised aid in providing…

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Gallery in Bloom

April 22nd, 2025

Saturday, April 26, 1:30-3:30 p.m.

Rourke Art Gallery + Museum, 521 Main Ave., Moorhead

Things are coming up rosy at the Rourke in a true feast of the senses during the third annual “Gallery in Bloom” exhibit. The pop-up exhibition features floral installations created by Steph Leininger of Botanica Floristry and classical guitar arrangements from Chris Argenziano of Twelve Strings. Artist talk starts at 2:15 p.m. Refreshments are provided. Find more info at https://www.therourke.org/.

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​Pollinator Patio Party!

April 17th, 2025

Tuesday, April 22, 4 p.m.

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Ave. N., Moorhead

Who here wants to taste a new beer? Try Money Honey, a peanut butter, banana and honey lager. $1 of every pint sold will be donated to the Pollinator Habitat Development in south Moorhead. In addition to a tasty new brew, there will be giveaways, including pollinator seeds to take home and plant. Learn what the buzz is about pollinators while catching a buzz at this family friendly (and free) event. 

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​Jim Henson’s ‘Labyrinth’ in concert

March 31st, 2025

Saturday, April 19, 8 p.m. doors open at 7 p.m.

Fargo Theatre, 314 N Broadway, Fargo

Check out this cult classic on the big screen as a live band performs along with David Bowie’s vocals, all while basking in the Art Deco glory of the Fargo Theatre. Talk about a feast for the senses. And don’t forget the popcorn! https://fargotheatre.org/

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​Rise and Reclaim: An art show celebrating International Women’s Day

March 15th, 2025

On view through March 31

215 N. 3rd St, Grand Forks

The Equal Rights Association (ERA NOW), Arts for Vets, and the Women’s Fund have joined forces in hosting an art exhibition in celebration of International Women’s Day. The 2025 International Women’s Day theme is “Accelerate Action.” Organizers of the event chose the words “Rise and Reclaim,” which were inspired by Maya Angelou’s poem “Still I Rise” and the Maxine Waters quote “Reclaiming my time.” This…

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​Jeffrey Lewis and The Voltage

March 15th, 2025

Friday, March 28, 6:30 p.m.

Parachigo, 14 8th Street S., Fargo

“The EVEN MORE Freewheelin' Jeffrey Lewis” is NYC based anti-folk pioneer Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage’s latest album, they’re kicking off their tour asap and they’re coming to Parachigo. Just when you think things can’t get any better we see that they’re sharing the bill with local heroes Grasping Straws, and Big Hank. This will be an all ages show you won’t want to miss!

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Stories From the Attic reception and exhibit

March 15th, 2025

March 21, 5-7 p.m.

Exhibition on view, now through April 15

Spirit Room, 111 Broadway N., Fargo

Check out this photography exhibition featuring 40 archival photographs of 15 local photographers. Works include a variety of subject matter including portraits, botanical pieces, landscapes and more. https://www.spiritroom.org/

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​Celtic Festival

March 8th, 2025

Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Historical and Cultural Society of Clay County, Hjemkomst Center

202 1st Avenue N., Moorhead

Let’s be real, Irish culture is on everyone’s mind in mid-March, so why not expand your horizons and learn about the history, folk traditions and arts of Brittany, Cornwall, Isle of Man, Galicia, Scotland and Wales in addition to Ireland at this annual event. Experience live demonstrations, music, art, food and storytelling. tinyurl.com/46y9c6hf

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Crash the Decks: National Drummer vs DJ Tournament 2025, Round 1

February 28th, 2025

Friday March 7, 8 p.m.

The Aquarium, 226 N. Broadway, Fargo

DJs and drummer teams compete head to head and have the opportunity to compete for the national championships in November. DJs are judged on performance and creativity. Drummers are judged on their performance both with their DJ and on their solo performance. Crowd participation and team chemistry are also key elements. Winners of this round will advance to the championship round in September. Want to join the competition or find…

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​North Dakota Winter Show

February 28th, 2025

March 5-9

700 7th Street S.E., Valley City

Experience the 88th annual Winter Show. Did you know this is the longest running ag show in North Dakota? Don’t miss out on the PRCA and ranch rodeos, live music, draft horse and classic tractor pulls, vendor shows, an auctioneer contest, food and more. Find the full schedule of events at northdakotawintershow.com/wintershow-schedule.

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