Watford City Chamber

Kid's Book Club
2023-08-30 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | McKenzie County Public Library
Enjoy some snacks and listen in to some awesome stories as we read through chapter books, reading chapters of the books each week.
Recommended Ages 9-13

Art Class
2023-08-30 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | McKenzie County Public Library
Learn how to draw, paint, and more through these guided art classes.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Recommended Ages 18+

Old Settler's Day Celebration
2023-08-31 10:00 - 2023-09-02 23:00 (America/Phoenix) | Alexander City Park
Don’t miss out on Alexander’s Annual Old Settler’s Day event!

Activities and events include:
Volleyball tournament
Bonfire Chili Cook-Off
Football game
Street dance
Parade
BBQ Feed
Plenty of food, games and fun for everyone!

More details to come.

Storytime
2023-08-31 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Phoenix) | McKenzie County Public Library
Bring your little ones to listen to storybooks and rhymes read aloud, and do fun crafts

Watford Market
2023-08-31 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Phoenix) | Kent Pelton Nature Park
Watford Market takes place every Thursday evening at Kent Pelton Nature Park starting July 20 and ending September 28.
Every year is different and we can’t wait to see what the 2023 season will look like.
Come enjoy the beautiful park, the live music, browse vendors, and more!

War in Watford
2023-09-08 17:30 - 21:00, 2023-09-09 17:30 - 21:00 (America/Phoenix) | Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City, ND, 58854
Come on down to the Rough Rider Center September 8th-9th for our 4th Annual War in Watford! Cheer on your favorite team as the Minot Minotauros and Bismarck Bobcats battle it out for victory!
All are welcome, young or old – we guarantee you will have a great time! Tickets are available RIGHT NOW! So gear up for one of our most anticipated events of the year!
We will have concessions, cash bar, 50/50 tickets, Chuck-A-Puck, Jersey Auctions, intermission mini games, and so much more. Oh! Did we forget to mention that YOU could have a chance to new 2023 Ram Truck?!
Doors open at 5:30pm Puck drops at 7:00pm Both Days

Active Shooter Training
2023-09-15 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | McKenzie County Ag Expo, 12880 25th St NW, Watford City, ND, 58854
Preparing employees for a potential active shooter incident is an integral component of an
organization’s incident response planning. Because active shooter incidents are unpredictable and evolve quickly, preparing for and knowing what to do in an active shooter situation
can be the difference between life and death. First responder agencies are frequently requested by schools, businesses, and community members for direction and presentations on
what they should do if confronted with an active attacker event. The Civilian Response and
Casualty Care (CRaCC) course, designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD)
strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004, provides strategies, guidance and a proven plan
for surviving an active shooter event. This course combines the civilian response with the
Stop the Bleed Campaign, which empowers civilians to provide life-saving medical aid before first responders ever arrive. Topics include the history and prevalence of active shooter
events, civilian response options, medical issues, and considerations for conducting drills.
Dates:
Thursday, September 14, 8:00 am—12:00 pm
Thursday, September 14, 1:00 pm—5:00 pm
Friday, September 15, 8:00 am—12:00 pm
Location:
Ag Expo (New Fairgrounds)
12880 25th St NW
Watford City, ND 58854
Point of Contact
Karolin Jappe—kjappe@co.mckenzie.nd.us
Flor Torres—ftorres@co.mckenzie.nd.u
Active Shooter Flyer

Wild West Weekend-NDRA Rodeo Finals
2023-09-22 08:00 - 23:30 (America/Phoenix) | McKenzie County Ag Expo, 12880 25th St NW, Watford City, ND, 58854
Set up camp in Watford City for three rounds of Rodeo Action, A Western Art Show and Cowboy Poetry and Music Gathering, Flapjacks and Flannels pancake benefit and two nights of Rodeo Dances featuring western swing band Sam Platts and the Plainsmen all in the beautiful new McKenzie County Ag Expo!
PLUS: Kid Cowboy Bootcamp, Mechanical Bull Riding competitions, western art demonstrations and classes, cowboy art project for kids wild horse races and more.
Visit www.wildwestweekend.com for all the details and complete schedule
Visit www.longxarts.com/events/western-art-show-cowboy-poetry-gathering for details of Western Art Show and Cowboy Poetry Gathering

Baker Energy Services Ribbon Cutting
2023-10-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Phoenix) | Baker Energy Services, 225 North Main Street, Watford City, ND, 58854
Join us as we welcome Baker Energy Services to the Chamber of Commerce and to Watford City’s Main Street.

2023 Main Street ND Summit
2023-10-24 12:00 - 2023-10-25 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Main Street Watford City
The Main Street ND Summit provides an opportunity to connect, learn, get inspired, and gain insight to build and grow your community for the future.
Mark your calendars for Main Street ND Summit 2023 – October 24-25 – Watford City, ND – Innovative Workforce Solutions
North Dakota’s economy is changing, and attracting skilled workforce to your company and community is more important than ever. To attract the best and brightest, private and public sectors need to work together to tell the story and show why employees need to call North Dakota home.
The 2023 North Dakota Main Street ND Summit is your opportunity to learn from experts and network with other community leaders. Theme this year is Innovative Workforce Solutions. The summit will feature nationally renowned keynote speakers and hands-on workshops that will provide you with the tools to attract and retain the next generation of North Dakota’s workforce.
Register today at Main Street ND Summit 2023 Tickets, Tue, Oct 24, 2023 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite

A Magical Medora Christmas
2023-11-29 19:30 - 22:00 (America/North_Dakota/Beulah) | Watford City High School, 2313 Wolves Den Parkway
This award-winning show has proven to be a popular Christmas tradition for thousands of people across the region. The tour visits 26 communities in North Dakota, South Dakota, Montana and Minnesota beginning November 25 and will conclude on December 23. The show will be in Watford City on November 29 at the Watford City High School Auditorium, starting at 7:30 PM.
Please join us for another great performance by talent you know and love.

Hygge Around Town
2024-02-11 09:00 - 18:00 (America/Phoenix) | Downtown Watford City
We’re gearing up for a Hygge Around Town Event! Get cozy with us with Scandinavian Treats at the Long X Visitor Center and a Hygge Hand Dipped Candle Class. Stop by these downtown business to see what Hygge they have to offer! Time to treat yourself!
Shopmeyersds, Door 204, Elle’s Boutique LLC, Beaver Creek Kids, Larsen Service Drug & Soda Fountain, Pioneer Museum of McKenzie County and Long X Visitor Center.

Heaven's Gates and Hell's Flames
2024-02-11 19:00 - 2024-02-18 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Watford City Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City, North Dakota

Watford City Area Chamber of Commerce and EDC Annual Meeting
2024-02-24 16:30 - 19:00 (America/Phoenix) | Watford City Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City, North Dakota

The Gala for Arts, Parks & Recreation
2024-03-02 17:30 - 23:30 (America/Phoenix) | Watford City Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City, North Dakota

Work Force Wednesday in Watford City
2024-04-03 10:00 - 14:00 (America/North_Dakota/New_Salem) | Watford City Rough Rider Center, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway, Watford City, North Dakota
Job Service representatives come to Watford City the first Wednesday of every month. We host a table in the Rough Rider center where we are available to the public to discuss job seeking activities, explain our career development opportunities and programs, and explain what we can offer to employers looking to hire qualified candidates.

For everything happening in Watford City, check out watfordcityevents.com
2025-01-01 08:00 - 2025-12-31 17:00 (America/Phoenix) | Watford City
Check out watfordcityevents.com for everything happening in our great community.

2025 Watford City Homefest
2025-07-11 08:00 - 2025-07-13 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Main Street Watford City
Homefest is a weekend filled with family, friends, food, music, art and so much more. Homefest is a “Welcome Home” to those returning to Watford City for family or class reunions as well as a “Welcome” to those who have made Watford City their new home.

Best of the West Ribfest
2025-08-08 10:00 - 23:30 (America/Chicago) | Main Street Watford City
Check out everything Ribfest on our website, WATFORDCITYRIBFEST.COM

Trail of Treats on Main Street
2025-10-31 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Main Street Watford City
Join Watford City area businesses for a safe and fun Halloween.

Turkey Bingo and 4H Soup and Sandwich Supper
2025-11-18 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Watford City Middle School Commons Area, 105 4th St SE, Watford City, ND
COME FOR THE SOUP, STAY FOR THE BINGO!!

Watford City Chamber of Commerce Parade of Lights
2025-11-28 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | Main Street Watford City
This year’s parade will start at the old Fairgrounds and head west on 4th Avenue, turn south on Main Street and end with fireworks.
