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March 2026
Watford City High School Student Art Sho
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. The Student Art Show will be up and on display March 9 – April 18.Free and open to the public, M-Sat | 10 am – 5 pmThe Gallery at Long X in the lower level of the Visitor Center
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Paints and Pencils Open Studio-April
🎨 Open Studio at Long X Art Center Looking for a creative space to paint, draw, and connect? Join us for Open Studio, a relaxed time for artists of all levels to create, share ideas, and enjoy being part of a supportive art community. Bring your own project, or start something new using our watercolor, acrylic, graphite, or charcoal supplies. This is a non-instructional, self-guided session — but Oksana will be around if you need a little help or feedback along the way. Whether…
Find out more »Clay Sculpting Open Studio – April
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 »Shakespeare Festival
Two theater troupes, two classic Shakespeare plays! Watford City High School Theater performs a 30-minute show of “The Taming of the Shrew”. McKenzie County Community Theater performs a 60-minute show of “The Tragedy of Macbeth”. Showtimes Thursday, April 9 @ 6 PM Friday, April 10 @ 6 PM Saturday, April 11 @ 1 PM General admission: $15 Youth (under 18): $10 VIP (All 3 shows): $20
Find out more »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…
Find out more »Private Guitar Lessons-April
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 $90 per 1 hour session. Guitar Rentals Available For more information or questions contact Dave 701-317-5719
Find out more »Paint Your Own Pottery Open Studio-April
MAKE A RESERVATION ONLINE & GET $5 OFF YOUR POTTERY SELECTION! Come visit the Long X Art Gallery and enjoy a relaxing paint-your-own pottery experience! Your piece will be professionally glazed and kiln-fired for a beautiful, lasting finish. Drop in anytime from 10 AM – 4 PM Choose from a wide variety of pottery pieces including bowls, figurines, banks, boxes, and more — then bring them to life with color! Your finished piece will be ready for pickup in a…
Find out more »WCHS Cultural Fair
Wednesday, April 22 3 – 6 PM Rough Rider Center A student council lead event featuring the food, decor and dress of dozens of different cultures and countries of the people in our community during Parent Teacher Conferences. Cultural entertainment throughout the evening and a free art activity. Featured Entertainment: MHA Nation Native American Cultural Dancers Filipino Cultural Dancers Svea Pearson- Hardanger Fiddle Want to showcase your culture? Contact Amy Polivka at polivka@wc-wolves.com
Find out more »Where Spring Begins – Sip ‘n Paint
Believe it or not, spring is right around the corner! 🌷 Join us for a fun and relaxing Sip ’n Paint as we celebrate the season with a charming spring-inspired painting of a bird’s nest and blossoms. This class is led by Oksana, who will guide you step-by-step through creating your own acrylic painting. No experience is needed—just come ready to relax, create, and have fun! 🎨 Details: • Date: Friday, April 24 • Time: 6–8 PM • Medium: Acrylic…
Find out more »Strummin’ and Hummin’-Beginner Guitar Workshop-Apri
Join local musician David Cooper for this beginners guitar class! Start with an instrument orientation and tuning course followed by two 30-minute song learning sessions, learning basic chords and strumming. Come away knowing the basics of two songs and song sheets to help keep you practicing! Ages 14 + $35 per person (bring your own guitar) $45 per person (we provide the guitar for the night)
Find out more »July 2026
Missoula Children’s Theater Auditions and Rehearsals
MCT Presents: Rapunzel Auditions Monday, July 6 11:00 am Watford City High School Theater Rehearsals Tuesday, July 7-Friday July 110 11:00-3:15 pm Watford City High School Theater Please Pack Lunch Workshops All children of all ages are welcome to attend these workshops free of charge, regardless of if they are participating in the show. Intro to Acting | Tuesday: 10:00 am - 10:45 am Drama Quest | Wednesday: 10:00 am - 10:45 am Behind the Scenes | Thursday: 10:00 am…
Find out more »Rapunzel Performance-Friday
Come support over 50 student actors as they present Missoula Children's Theater's production of Rapunzel PerformancesFriday, July 10 | 6 pmSaturday, July 11 | 10 am Admission: FREE WILL Watford City High School Theater Participation is FREE for all children, but due to high turnout of participants, a role cannot be guaranteed for each child. Each child is welcome to participate in the workshops throughout the week regardless of whether they are in the show. Register your child for…
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