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…
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.
February 21st, 2025
February 28- March 2
Ramada Hotel & Convention Center, 3333 13th Avenue. S, Fargo
Love comics? Fargo-Moorhead Comic-Con is calling fans of all ages because this is your gateway to all things pertaining to comic fandom. Check out vendors, meet creators, check out panels and grab your costume if you have one because the cosplayers will be out and about. For more information visitvalleycon.com.
February 10th, 2025
February 22, 6-7pm
Empire Arts Center, 415 Demers Avenue, Grand Forks
Polish up your dancin’ shoes there’s a hootenanny in Grand Forks that you won’t want to miss. Twin Cities-based Pert Near Sandstone joins forces with Pick City-based MoonCats, one of North Dakota’s finest who describe themselves as “Americonscious campfire folk.” Don’t miss out on this fun, footstompin’ night of Midwest music!
https://www.empireartscenter.com/
February 4th, 2025
February 15, 6-9 p.m.
Miss Kitty’s, 5855 16th Ave SE, Braddock, North Dakota
What better way to celebrate the day after Valentine’s Day than with a nut fry? Mind you, we’re not talking about chestnuts roasting on an open fire…Not into Rocky Mountain oysters? A feast of fried goodness will await guests such as fried fish, jalapeño caps, chicken hearts “and whatever else ends up in the fryer” according to their Facebook page. This is small town fun (and fare) at its best. A free…
January 27th, 2025
February 6, 6-7 p.m.
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
Love local art? You won’t want to miss out on this Artside Chat with two-spirit Chippewa artist Anna Johnson. While you’re there, check out her exhibition “Gigawaabimin.” This current body of work explores themes of loss, resilience, discrimination within the system, as well as Native identity. Johnson’s work incorporates traditional materials such as birch bark, medicinal plants, and even ledger paper into her…
January 17th, 2025
January 31- February 8
Fargo-Moorhead
Whoever said there’s nothing to do in Fargo, Moorhead and West Fargo clearly hibernates through Frostival, because this nine day celebration of winter celebrates and embraces cold weather fun, both indoors and outdoors. Activity highlights include winter birding events, cardboard sled races, frozen fortresses and even an adult snowball fight.
January 6th, 2025
Sunday, January 19, 2-6:45 p.m.
Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Avenue N, Fargo
It’s a taste of Chinatown in Fargotown, an exciting cultural celebration filled with captivating performances including dragon dancers, vendors, activities for all ages and a 12+ course Chinese buffet. Doors open at 2 p.m., the show lasts from 3 to 5 p.m. and the buffet starts at 5:15 p.m. Tickets include admission to the performances as well as the buffet dinner.
To purchase tickets: https://tinyurl.com/ykafzf9c
December 30th, 2024
Sunday, January 5, 1-2:30 p.m.
Mystic Moth Studio, 608 Main Ave, Fargo
Learn about the power of wellness through plants! Discover herbs that can boost your immune system, just in time for cold and flu season. Score recipes for herbal remedies, tinctures and warming teas. You’ll leave this class with a head full of knowledge, a tincture and a tea blend.
To purchase tickets: https://tinyurl.com/ymwthtrf
December 26th, 2024
Sunday, December 29, 9:30 a.m.
Cellar 624, 624 Main Avenue, Fargo
End the year on a high note with performances from the CyberHive Collective, pancakes and glitter (served separately of course). Brunch options include gluten free and vegetarian options, pancakes or banana pancakes, potatoes O'Brien, fruit and sausage (optional).
To purchase tickets: https://tinyurl.com/2vttrf9s
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