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The Church of Cash Christmas Show ft. the music of Johnny Cash

December 5th, 2018

photgraph provided by the Church of Cash Christmas Show Facebook pageSunday, December 9, 2018 at 7 PM – 11 PM

Sanctuary Events Center, 670 4th Avenue N., Fargo

Come on down for a night of the greatest hits from the Man in Black. Doors open at 7 p.m. This is a 21 & up event.

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Acoustic Aquarium: Channing Minnema, Hot Lunch, JVCL Duo & more!

December 5th, 2018

Saturday, December 8, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.

The Aquarium, 225 Broadway N. Fl. 2, Fargo

Come down for a mix of acoustic music from local and regional bands. There will be blues, jazz, 90s music, and even a little comedy. This is a 21 & up event.

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Fargo SantaCon for Charity 2018

December 5th, 2018

Saturday, December 8, 1 – 8 p.m.

Various locations, Broadway N., Fargo

This pub crawl has a larger purpose - to benefit the Gladys Ray Shelter and Veteran Drop In Center. Come dressed in the spirit of the season. There will be a prize giveaway at 7:30 p.m. at the Pickled parrot. For more information, visit the event’s Facebook page.

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A Christmas Story: The Musical

December 5th, 2018

10 showings from December 7-22, various times

Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre, 333 4th Street S., Fargo

We triple-dog-dare you to check out this musical adaptation based on the Christmas classic. A Christmas Story: The Musical will feature all your favorite moments of the original - leg lamp, pink-bunny pajamas, a bad Santa, and more.

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Würst Winter Holiday Party

December 5th, 2018

Thursday, December 6, 4 - 7 p.m.

Wurst Bier Hall, 630 1st Avenue N., Fargo

Wurst Bier Hall and Fargo Brewing Company cordially invite you to this annual holiday event. There will be specialty infused beers, holiday-themed cocktails and a prize drawing. Don’t miss it!

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Holiday Ladies Night

November 28th, 2018

Tuesday, November 4, 4 - 7 p.m.

Shotwell Floral & Greenhouse, 4000 40th Street S., Fargo

This annual event is a chance to spend with the gals. You will be able to sample products, receive a free gift (while supplies last), and get registered for a $150 gift basket. There will also be a Giving Tree to benefit the YWCA.

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12 Bars of Christmas Crawl - Fargo

November 28th, 2018

Saturday, December 1, Noon - 8 p.m.

Pickled Parrot, 505 3rd Avenue N., Fargo

This event will be a blast! There will be ugly sweaters, Santa hats, drink specials, and more. For more info, see the 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl - Fargo event page on Facebook.

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Julian Davis

November 28th, 2018

Saturday, December 1, 9 - 11 p.m.

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

Come out for an evening of Bluegrass and Folk music. Julian Davis was a finalist on America’s Got Talent in 2016 and is a Kansas mandolin and flat-picking champion.

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Mr. Kingsmen: Thirstgiving Drag Party

November 28th, 2018

Friday, November 30, 9:30 p.m.

Sidestreet Grille & Pub, 404 4th Avenue N., Fargo

This Thirstgiving will be filled with amazing performances by Landon Mckock, Fifi Nyxx, Jack Lament, Tequila Mockingbird, and more. Cover charge for this even is $10 and doors open at 8 p.m.

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Kim (Lang) Kankelfritz ‘89 Benefit

November 28th, 2018

Friday, November 30, 5 - 9 p.m.

Nativity Church of Fargo, 1825 11th Street S.

Earlier this year, Kim was diagnosed with stage 3 lung cancer and is currently undergoing treatment at Roger Maris Cancer Center. Kim is a wife and mother of two children. Come out and show your support for Kim and her family.

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