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Office Appreciation Party

December 19th, 2018

Tuesday, January 1, 11 a.m.

Mick’s Office Moorhead, 10 8th Street S., Moorhead

Come be appreciated! This New Year’s Day party will feature door prizes, free snacks, drink specials, and more. There will also be a meat raffle at 3 p.m.

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Zoo Year’s Eve!

December 19th, 2018

Monday, December 31, 1 - 5 p.m.

The Red River Zoo, 4255 23rd Avenue S., Fargo

Bring the kids out for an afternoon of fun as you count down to the new year. This event is free, with carousel rides, music, and more.

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New Year’s Eve Salsa Masquerade Ball

December 19th, 2018

Monday, December 31, 9 p.m. - 1 a.m.

The Broadway Theatre Garage, 409 Broadway N., Fargo

Dance your way into 2019 at the Theatre Garage! There will be drinks, dancing, masks for sale, a photo booth and a ton of fun. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the party will continue into the new year.

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Beatles Night

December 19th, 2018

Friday, December 28, 9 - 11:30 p.m.

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

This show is for all you Beatles lovers! Veteran Beatles cover band members will bring you the favorites and may even throw in a couple Beatles Christmas favorites as well. This is a free event.

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Rick Adams Acoustic

December 19th, 2018

Thursday, December 20, 8:30 p.m.

J.C. Chumleys, 1608 Main Avenue, Moorhead

Come out for steak and stay for the show. There will be drink specials beginning at 4 p.m. and Steak Night begins at 6:30 p.m. Come on out for great food, drinks, and music.

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Junkyard Brewing Company’s “Freeze Out” Winter Festival & Coat Drive

December 12th, 2018

Saturday, December 15th, 3-6pm

Junkyard Brewing Company, 1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead

Come bare the elements with us for a good cause. Bring your spare winter gear to be donated to Churches United for the Homeless. Coats, gloves, boots, scarves, of all sizes. New taproom expansion will remain heated and comfortable, but there’s fun for the whole family with outdoor games, hot beverages, food, a fire pit, and marshmallow roasting. Junkyard will donate $1 for every pint sold all day.

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The Blenders Holiday Soul Tour

December 12th, 2018

Wednesday, December 19, 7:30 p.m.

The Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N., Fargo

The Blenders have been at it for 29 years, and are bringing their 20th annual holiday tour to Fargo. This is an all-ages show. Tickets available at Tickets300.com.

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FM Jazz Orchestra “Holiday Christmas Concert”

December 12th, 2018

Tuesday, December 18, 7 p.m.

West Acres, 3902 13th Avenue S., Fargo

Take a little break from your holiday shopping at West Acres and enjoy some jazz. The FM Jazz Orchestra will be playing for one hour and all are welcome.

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Very Merry Holiday Craft Market

December 12th, 2018

Sunday, December 16, 2 - 8 p.m.

Brewhalla, 1666 1st Avenue N., Fargo

Drekker Brewing Company and Unglued are teaming for a craft market you won’t want to miss. There will be crafts and art by local artists and makers, and while you are doing some shopping, you can enjoy a beer. Finish up your holiday shopping at Brewhalla!

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High Hopes, The Permanent Vacation and more at The Red Raven

December 12th, 2018

Saturday, December 15, 6 - 10 p.m.

Red Raven Espresso Parlor, 916 Main Avenue, Fargo

Come out for a fun mix of pop punk, pop rock, indie pop, and emo. Three bands from Fargo and one from Minneapolis will be taking the stage. Tickets are just $8.

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