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February 2026
Candle Making Class
A hands-on art class exploring the basics of candle-making as a creative craft. Participants will learn fundamental techniques using wax, wicks, fragrance, and color, and create a finished handmade candle. No experience needed. All materials provided.
Find out more »The SheGees
Get ready to groove to the timeless tunes of one of the most legendary bands of all time with The She Gees! This electrifying female-led tribute to the Bee Gees will have you dancing and singing along to all of your favorite hits. From “Stayin’ Alive” to “Night Fever”, they capture the essence of the Bee Gees’ sound and energy, making you feel like you’re experiencing the real thing. February 26, 2026 7 PM Rough Rider Center Find out more…
Find out more »Warm Winter Heart Sip ‘n Paint
❄️❤️ Winter Sip & Paint Night – Cozy Hearts Edition ❤️❄️ Join us on February 27th from 6–8 PM for a relaxing and creative evening filled with paint, good vibes, and winter charm! We’ll be painting this sweet seasonal design featuring cozy mittens forming a heart in the falling snow — the perfect blend of winter magic and Valentine’s month warmth. Bring your favorite drink (it’s BYOB! 🍷) and enjoy a fun night out whether you’re: 💑 on a date 👯 with friends 🎨 or…
Find out more »Hygge Open House
Join us as we celebrate all things Hygge with complimentary Scandinavian homemade treats, a free Rosemaling craft for the kids and specials on our coziest items. Hygge (pronounced "hoo-guh") is a Danish and Norwegian concept embodying a feeling of cozy contentment, well-being, and enjoying life's simple pleasures, often shared with loved ones, through creating a warm atmosphere with soft lighting, good food, and togetherness. It's a quality of comfort, intimacy, and presence, finding joy in everyday moments rather than grand…
Find out more »Private Guitar Lessons-February
Private lessons to amplify your skills. Join local musician Dave Cooper for private guitar lessons in the Long X Arts Gallery Available Courses: Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar Bass Guitar Lessons for All Skill Levels Ages 10 & UP Choose time slot $90 per 1 hour session. Guitar Rentals Available For more information or questions contact Dave 701-317-5719
Find out more »Rosemaling Workshop
Join Bismarck based folk artist Molly McLean as she guides you through the techniques used create a unique rosemaling wooden plaque. Rosemaling is a beloved Scandinavian folk art often seen across the Midwest at museums, heritage festivals, and at least one pot-holder or fridge magnet in your grandma’s or a friend’s great aunt’s house. Known for its flowing scrollwork, ornate curves, and floral designs, Rosemaling is the art of decorative painting originating in rural Norway around the 1700s. Join local…
Find out more »March 2026
Intro to Drawing
Join artist and instructor Oksana for an engaging introduction to the fundamentals of drawing. This class will focus on understanding values—the lights, darks, and everything in between—and how they bring depth, form, and realism to your artwork. Students will learn how to slow down, observe carefully, and translate what they see in real life onto paper with confidence. Through guided exercises and demonstrations, you’ll explore shading techniques, develop your observational skills, and begin to see the world like an artist. This…
Find out more »Clay Sculpting Open Studio-March
Clay Sculpting Open Studio 👐✨ Join us for a hands-on Clay Sculpting Open Studio where creativity takes shape! Each person receives 1 pound of clay included in the $45 price, with the option to add extra clay for $10 per additional pound. This is a hand-building experience only—no pottery wheel—just your hands, your imagination, and the tools we provide. Create anything you can dream up! Once your sculpture is complete, we’ll take care of the rest. Your piece will be professionally fired in our…
Find out more »How I Became a Pirate: The Musical
THEATRE FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES COMMUNITY PERFORMANCE Friday, March 13 6:00 PM | Show Watford City High School Theater $5 Students | $10 Adults Tickets available at the door Set sail on a fantastic adventure with “How I Became a Pirate,” the whimsical musical based on the beloved book by Melinda Long and David Shannon. Join young Jeremy Jacob as he is whisked away by a comical band of pirates led by the charismatic Captain Braid Beard. Together, they embark on…
Find out more »Bares & Broncs Western Art & Vendor Show
Featuring local artists and vendors showing and selling their work during the PRCA Extreme Bares and Broncs Rodeo Friday March 27, 2026 Saturday March 28, 2026 5-10 pm McKenzie County Ag Expo Watford City, ND Artists and Vendors! Show your art and products at the rodeo! Rodeo is big in Watford City and the McKenzie County Ag Expo is a great place to take it all in. Artists and vendors, show and sell your work during two evenings of…
Find out more »Private Guitar Lessons-March
Private lessons to amplify your skills. Join local musician Dave Cooper for private guitar lessons in the Long X Arts Gallery Available Courses: Electric Guitar Acoustic Guitar Bass Guitar Lessons for All Skill Levels Ages 10 & UP Choose your time slot $90 per 1 hour session. Guitar Rentals Available For more information or questions contact Dave 701-317-5719
Find out more »April 2026
The Gala: for Arts, Parks & Recreation
A formal fundraiser featuring supper, blackjack tables, live music, live painting, silent auction and dancing to benefit the arts and parks and recreation programming in McKenzie County. 5:30 PM : Cocktail Hour Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a specialty cocktail while you browse the silent auction items and watch local artists create beautiful pieces on site. If you fall in love with the art, you will have a chance to bid on it! 5:30 PM: Silent Auction and Wine Pull High…
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