December 6th, 2017
Saturday, December 9, 1pm
Fargo VFW, 202 Broadway N (behind Toscana)
There is no admission fee, you are just asked to bring something for the Gladys Ray shelter, whose volunteers will take free-will donations. U.S. Bank Plaza group photo, hourly visits to downtown businesses, Pickled Parrot prize giveaway at 7:30pm. 701-235-8243
December 6th, 2017
Friday, December 8, 10pm-1:30am
Dempsey’s, 226 Broadway, Downtown
An under-appreciated local cover band who play every conceivable kind of music. We like everything about them, including the way they dress. Do they take requests? We’re shy about that and never have asked them. You do it for us. 701-235-5913
December 6th, 2017
Thursday, December 7, 8pm
Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N, Downtown
Pays tribute and celebrates legendary Sun Records recording artists Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Jerry Lee Lewis & Johnny Cash. A full catalogue of classic rock n’ roll hits, plus a special selection of holiday tunes, all done up in rockabilly style. 701-239-8385
November 26th, 2017
Wednesday, November 29, 7-9pm
Fargo Theatre, 314 Broadway N, Downtown
National tour: 60-foot growing Christmas Tree, 7 Russian heritage backdrops, 10-foot tall puppets, 40 dancers from all major Russian companies; and 100 costumes, hand-made in Russia at a 300-year-old theatrical shop that also builds for La Scala. 701-239-8385
November 25th, 2017
Sunday, November 26, 5:30-12am
The Nestor Tavern, 1001 NP Ave. N
After satiating the thirst of the Fargo/Moorhead community for over 100 years--47 at the current location, bid adieu to a downtown fixture, and celebrate in style. Drinks and memories a-plenty, friends, potluck, jam session, music featuring members of Rev’s, Sky Bodeen, Old Dog New Trick, and more!
November 9th, 2017
Thursday, November 16, 7-9pm
Unglued, 408 Broadway N, Fargo
Proof Artisan Distillers and Unglued present a craft party with four distinct projects and help from artists Ashley from AENDEE and Nicole Rae, not to mention a special cocktail and dessert, concocted especially for the Craft Party. Further information, 701-205-1597
November 9th, 2017
Wednesday, November 15, 8-10pm
Old Broadway, 22 Broadway N, Fargo
We could use a few laughs on Wednesday night, and maybe you could too. Long-form improvisation with Krissy Skajewski, Topher Williams, Reid Strand, Ben Baukol, Michelle Pearson, Rachel Geinert, and W. C. Lies (his name, really). 701-237-6161
November 9th, 2017
Sunday, November 12, 10:45am-1:30pm
Kringen Lodge 25 Sons of Norway, 722 7th Ave N, Fargo
Uffda! If you haven’t checked out the Sons of Norway--this would be the time to do so. Great food, great company, $16 adults/$8 ages 6-12
November 9th, 2017
Saturday, November 11, 11am-4pm
Plains Art Museum, 704 1st Ave N, Fargo
Showcases Native American artists from all over the Upper Midwest in a juried competition. Unique handmade gifts in time for Christmas. All ages welcome; an adult must accompany children age 9 and younger. Free, open to the public. 701-476-4076
November 9th, 2017
Thursday, November 9, 8-11pm
HoDo Lounge, 101 Broadway N, Fargo
Jazz with two horns, a bass and drums. “Chamber music discipline,” but “joyous,” say the reviews. We would add “originality,” and that when they jam, it works. Something worth hearing and hanging out at the HoDo, our idea of a night out. 701-478-8888
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