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November 2025
North Dakota Stagefest
Join the McKenzie County Community Theater as they present the first-ever North Dakota Community Stagefest! Come enjoy the first-ever collaboration between Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre, Entertainment Inc. of Williston, and your very own McKenzie County Community Theatre! Each group will present a 30-minute play, celebrating the incredible talent and creativity of North Dakota’s community theatre scene. Tickets are ten dollars paid at the door. Students and teachers can come for free
Find out more »Mistletoe Markets and Festival at the Ag Expo
We’re sponsoring a free wooden ornament activity at Mistletoe Markets & Festival! The holiday magic is almost here, and we can’t wait to kick off the holiday season with you! Get ready for shopping, treats, activities, and all the Christmas fun. Attendance is free, and there is so much holiday cheer to experience! Come join the festivities on November 22nd & 23rd from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. What's going to be there? Along with plenty of vendors for your…
Find out more »December 2025
Magical Medora Christmas
The Magical Medora Christmas Tour is back in Watford City! This beloved tour has made its way across the Dakotas and Minnesota for more than six years and they're excited to be back to entertain their friends in the Watford City area. Watford City High School Auditorium Wednesday, December 3 7:30pm Central Time - Doors Open by 7:00pm $38 Tickets for sale at First International Bank The 90-minute show is filled with Christmas carols you know and love performed by…
Find out more »Christmas Fest 2025 At the Rough Rider Center
We're providing a free Christmas Craft kit at Christmas Fest at the Rough Rider Center on December 13 from 10AM to 3PM. Bring the whole family for a day full of holiday cheer, featuring local vendors with unique gifts, delicious food, fun activities and crafts for kids, and plenty of festive surprises. Enjoy holiday music, celebrate the season, and make magical memories with your loved ones—there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Free Admission! https://www.roughridercenter.com/Events/Christmas-Fest#top Want to be a vendor for…
Find out more »Christmas Open House at The Merc
Kick off the Holidays with The Merc & Long X Arts! Join us for our Fill-a-Bag Sale, complimentary holiday treats, FREE kids craft with The Long X Arts Foundation and live music by local guitarist David Cooper!
Find out more »La Posada 2025
Carols, live show, music, Pinatas, food vendors and door prizes celebrating Hispanic Christmas! Long X Arts sponsors the entertainment and craft. 4-8 PM McKenzie County Ag Expo Free!
Find out more »Open Mic Night @ Door 204
Show your talent at Door 204 7 slots, 10 minutes each Sign up with Door 204 701-842-6441
Find out more »Sip, Snack and Wrap
Sip, Snack & Wrap Turn last-minute gift wrapping into a holiday celebration! Join us on December 22 from 4–8 PM for a cheerful evening filled with festive vibes, holiday mocktails, and a delicious appetizer. All gift-wrapping supplies will be provided! Just bring your gifts, your friends, and your holiday spirit. Cozy up, sip, snack, and make wrapping merry and fun together! $25 per person
Find out more »February 2026
Celebrating Ukraine Open House
Join us for a Ukrainian Celebration Open House at The Merc at Long X! Enjoy complimentary golubtsi (голубці – stuffed cabbage) and medovik (медовик – honey cake), a free kids craft, and browse Ukrainian-inspired items available for purchase while supplies last! Come celebrate culture, creativity, and community with us! FREE!
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 »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 »March 2026
WCHS Student Art Gallery Reception at Long X | March 9
Join us in celebrating the growth and hard work of our skilled young artists! Browse their art exhibit in our gallery featuring ceramics, clay, drawings, paintings and mixed media art from WCHS Art Students and enjoy a complimentary scoop of ice cream or a 12 oz dirty soda! Monday, March 9 | 4 - 7 pmTuesday, March 10 | 4 - 7 pm The Student Art Show will be up and on display March 9 - April 18.Free and open…
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