August 7th, 2019
August 11-August 13
Duluth, MN 
Stand on the shore of the Greatest Lake and experience the Festival of Sail Duluth 2019 for a rare chance to see, step aboard, and even set sail on some of the grandest ships of yesterday. Learn about the region’s history featuring ship tours, day sails, food, drinks, and entertainment for all!
August 7th, 2019
Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Zandbroz Variety, 420 N Broadway, Fargo
Please join us on Thursday, August 15th for our Books & Brews book club. This month we will discuss 'The Clockmaker's Daughter' by Kate Morton. Murder, mystery, art, love and loss, who could ask for anything more? Purchase your book at Zandbroz and receive 15% off! Books are available now.
August 7th, 2019
Sunday, August 11, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Hotel Donaldson, 101 N Broadway, Fargo
Whether you’re looking to cap off your weekend on a high note or start out your week on the right foot -- do it to the sound of killer live music!
August 7th, 2019
August 9-10, 9 p.m.
Fargo VFW, 202 N Broadway, Fargo
Friday starts out with drag King performances featuring Nic Fitz, JJ King, Mik, Ric O’Shay and Deon. Entertainment on Saturday features North Dakota grown queens Kara Fiyera and River Styx as well as North Dakota legends Lady King and Nic Fitz . Burgundy Sativa Sweets Brown will be making her debut with Azalia Selena Cruz of the twin cities playing host both nights!
August 7th, 2019
Friday, August 9, 6-8 p.m.
Kaddatz Galleries, 111 W Lincoln Ave, Fergus Falls, MN
Catwalk: Celebrating Counter-Culture in Rural Minnesota is photographic documentation of the budding drag show scene currently happening in Otter Tail County. There will be an artist talk, refreshments and a live performance.
July 31st, 2019
Sunday, August 4, 2-3:30 p.m.
The Rourke Art Gallery & Museum, 521 Main Ave, Moorhead
Artists Amanda Heidt andJess Matson Fluto discuss their process and experience selecting award winners for the 60th Midwestern Exhibition on the theme "Zeitgeist."
July 31st, 2019
Aug 3-4
Hartl Building at RRV fairgrounds, Fargo
Experience our region’s fiber art community. Shop various vendors whether you’re looking for supplies or looking to shop beautifully crafted handmade items. Vendors include Dakota Fiber Mill, Vintage button trading company, The dying arts, and many more!
July 31st, 2019
Saturday, August 3, 12-5 p.m.
Rheault Farm, 2902 25th St S, Fargo
Experience traditional German folk craft demonstrations with everything from lace making to blacksmithing. Crafts for the kids and a beer garden for the thirsty adults--needless to say there’s something for everyone! Experience German food and dance to German music and polka the night away.
July 31st, 2019
August 1-3
Detroit Lakes, MN
36 years and growing strong--can you believe WE Fest is one of the leading country music festivals in the nation? Shape up your cowboy hat and polish your boots because there’s dancin’ to be done. Chris Stapleton, Brooks & Dunn, Keith Urban, Leann Rimes, Billy Currington and many more…
July 31st, 2019
Thursday, August 1, 6-10 p.m.
Hotel Donaldson rooftop, 101 N Broadway, Fargo
Can you get enough techno? Heck no! Check out the talents and sounds of downtown’s newest weekly techno event. The Sky Prairie will be hosting live DJ events every Thursday.
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