Area Events

Events in Williston & Tioga, Central Time

Thurs., July 18

2-7 p.m. - Bakken Rocks Cookfest, Tioga - Free food, live music, great fun. Learn more about the oil & gas industry from industry experts, meet employees of companies working in the area & get some great BBQ. Information Session: Tioga Community Center, 410 6th St. NE; BBQ, Live Music & Kids Activities: Tioga City Park, 310 4th St. NE.

Thurs., July 18, 25; Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29

5-9 p.m. - Summer Nights On Main - Come to downtown Williston to experience incredible live music, amazing food, drinks, kids’ activities & more.

Fri., July 19

7-9 p.m. - 2024 Williams County Parks Summer Concert Series “The Bluestems” At Epping/Springbrook Dam - Free concert open to the public. Pack a picnic, listen to some tunes & enjoy the evening. Restrooms available, but bring your own refreshments & chairs.

Mon., July 22

Mon., July 228:30 a.m. - Weeds Day - Come check the experiments on crop safety & weed efficacy of new & existing weed tools this 2024 growing season! Get updates on what’s new in weed control. Williston Research Extension Center, 12120 Hwy 2. 8:30 a.m. Donuts & coffee; 9 a.m. Update on weed control - Dr. Brian Jenks; 9:30 a.m. Self-tour (see for yourself) of weed trials. Handout for trial locations at WREC will be provided. 11:30 a.m. To go lunch will be provided.

Wed., July 24-Sun., July 28; Thurs., Aug. 8-Sun., Aug. 11

6:30-8:30 p.m. - Roller Skating AKA SK8 NITE - All ages & abilities are welcome, helmets encouraged. Limited rentals & skating aids for beginners to use, feel free to bring your own roller skates or roller blades. Raymond Center, Pete Conlin Arena.

Fri., July 26; Aug. 23, Sept. 27, Oct. 25 & Nov. 22

6 p.m. - Spotlight At the James Open Mic - All ages event designed to celebrate & challenge young performers. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W.

Mon., July 29 & Aug. 5

4-5:30 p.m. - Dragon Eye Art Class - 2-Part Class, oil pastels & polymer clay. $35 members; $40 not-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Tues., July 30

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. - Connecting Communities Free BBQ - Open to the public, live radio broadcast, giveaways & much more. Davidson Park, 11th St. & 9th Ave. W.

6-7:30 p.m. - Watercolor Butterflies Class - Ages 6-10, $15 members; $20 no-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Wed., July 31

4-5:30 p.m. - Shrinky Dinks & Beads Class - Students will create a custom bracelet or key chain with charms & beads. Ages 8-12, $15 members; $20 no-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Thurs., Aug. 1, 8, 22 & 29

4-5:30 p.m. - Clay Camp - Class 1: Pinch Pot Party; Class 2: High Five Hands; Class 3: Critter Crazy Sculptures; Class 4: Color Your Critters. Youth Grades K-6 $80; $75 Member Price, cost includes all classes & supplies. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Mon., Aug. 5

6-7:30 p.m. - Watercolor Turtle Class - Ages 14-adult. $20 members; $25 not-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

6-8:30 p.m. - Basin Kruzers Presents Main Street Block Party - Food, music, classic cars & more. Free event. Bring your family & a lawn chair. Parking vehicles from 6-6:30 p.m., 4th St. to Broadway.

Tues., Aug. 6

4-5:30 p.m. - Faux Stained Class - Ages 8-14. $15 members; $20 not-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Fri., Aug. 9

6 p.m. - Watercolor Bookmarks & Book Swap - The James Memorial Classroom. For more info visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Fri., Aug. 16

7-9 p.m. - 2024 Williams County Parks Summer Concert Series “Ted & Kari” McGregor Dam - Free concert open to the public. Pack a picnic, listen to some tunes & enjoy the evening. Restrooms available, but bring your own refreshments & chairs.

Sat., Aug. 17

1 p.m. - Pottery Open Studio - Limited number of flower pots, piggy banks & mugs to choose from. Ages high school-adult. $15 members; $20 not-yet members. James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Mon., Aug. 19

6:30 p.m. - Draggin’ Main Mondays - A night of cruising Main St. in your favorite classic, hot rod, muscle car, truck or motorcycle start at the old Red Rock Ford lot, 2nd St. E., & ending with a car show & food trucks at the Soda Shack/ACE Hardware parking lot. Bring a chair & grab some grub.

Fri., Aug. 23

4 p.m. - Graffiti Art Youth Workshop - Ages 7-17 (Kids 12 & under must have adult present to assist. $10. Outside the James Memorial Art Center, 621 1st Ave. W. Enroll at http://www.thejamesmemorial.org.

Sun., Aug. 25

5 p.m. - Memory Keepsake “Junk” Journaling - “History is organized memories.” Bring your “junk” let’s make it a memory! The James Memorial Classroom. For more info or to register visit thejamesmemorial.org.

Fri., Aug. 30

7-9 p.m. - 2024 Williams County Parks Summer Concert Series “Project: Constellation” Blacktail Dam - Free concert open to the public. Pack a picnic, listen to some tunes & enjoy the evening. Restrooms available, but bring your own refreshments & chairs.

Events in Watford City, Central Time

Now Through Sun., Sept. 8

10 a.m. - Daphne Johnson Clark: Badlands Gallery Show - Long X Arts Foundation Gallery, 100 2nd Ave. SW, Watford City.

Sat., July 20

10 a.m.-4 p.m. - Paint Your Own Pottery - Paint a piece of pottery to be glazed & fired in the kiln. Cost $25 pre-registration, $30 walk-ins. Free glazing. All materials provided. Long X Art Gallery, 100 2nd Ave. SW, Watford City. For more info visit https://longxarts.com/classes/in-person-classes/.

Mon., July 22

7-8:30 p.m. - Let Your Hair Down: A Yoga Paint Party - Classes begin with a discussion about letting go of the need for perfection, followed by a brief meditation & then creating artwork. Cost $50. Rough Rider Center Silver Room, 2209 Wolves Den Parkway. For more info visit https://longxarts.com/classes/in-person-classes/.

Tues., July 23 -Thurs., July 25

10 a.m.-12 p.m. - Summer Art Camp: Imaginary Creatures - Camps projects may include ceramics, painting, sculpture, fiber arts, printmaking & more focused on the theme of “Imaginary Creatures”. Cost $90. Long X Art Gallery, 100 2nd Ave. SW. For more info visit https://longxarts.com/classes/in-person-classes/.

Tues., July 23-Sat., July 27

12U Cal-Ripken Midwest Plains Regional Baseball Tournament - McKenzie County Athletic Park

Tues., July 30

6-8 p.m. - Ceramic Lace Plate Class - Ages 8+. No experience necessary as you make a cute lace plate from scratch. Cost $26, free glazing. All materials provided. Long X Art Gallery, 100 2nd Ave. SW. For more info visit https://longxarts.com/classes/in-person-classes/.

Tues., Aug. 6

4-7 p.m. - National Night Out 2024 - A community block party. Police/EMS/fire vehicles; display of emergency equipment, free food, kids activities & games, music & bounce houses, face painting & more. Kent Pelton Park, 501 7th St. SE.

Fri., Aug. 9

Watford City Chamber of Commerce Best Of The West Ribfest - Tons of ribs & all the sides. Classic Car & Truck Show, 10 a.m.-7 p.m .; Great music: 8 p.m. Country Headliner: Easton Corbin; Rock Headliner: Steve Augeri, Kids Zone, Bones & Bags Cornhole Tournament, vendors & more. Main Street, Watford City.

Fri., Aug. 23 & Sat., Aug. 24

Monster Truck Insanity Tour - See some of the world’s best Monster Trucks competing. McKenzie County Ag Expo. For more info visit https://www.insanitytour.com/.

Events in Sidney, Fairview & Froid, Mountain Time.

Wed., July 17

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. - Kathleen Frank High Country West Exhibit - through Aug. 3. - “Capturing the Past” Exhibition Leah Olson - through Aug. 31. - “Celebrating the Essence: Exhibition Morgan Wagner - through Aug. 31. MonDak Heritage Center, 120 3rd Ave. SE. Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m .; Sat., 1-4 p.m. For more info call 406-433-3500, or visit https://mondakheritagecenter.org/.

Wed., July 17

8:45 a.m. - Sidney ARS & MSU-EARC Dryland Field Day - ARS: Forage & Solar Research. EARC: Grasshopper & Durum research. Registration 8:45 a.m. at ARS Farmsite (about 4 miles N. of Sidney off MT Hwy 16) Take a left at Co. Rd 346, watch for entrance sign. Tour times: 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., lunch provided.

Thurs., July 18, 5 p.m.-Fri., July 19, 1 p.m.

2024 Bordertown Hoopfest - Fairview - 3 on 3 Tourney. 3rd grade-adult. Prizes awarded to top teams. For more info contact Mel Hurley, 406-480-0184 or Trish Buxbaum, 406-489-0390.

Fri., July 19, 5 p.m .; Sat., July 20, 6:30 a.m., & Sun., July 21, 10:15 a.m.

78th Annual Fairview Old Timers’ Reunion & Summer Festival - All events take place in Sharbono Park unless stated otherwise. July 19: “Hamburgers in the Park”, registration of old timers & great entertainment. July 20: Starts with a free breakfast & registration at 8 a.m. “Car Show” at the north end of the park + food & other vendors. “Kiddie Parade” followed by “Grand Parade”. Raising of the flag, national anthem & presentation of this year’s button honoree, Ken Babcock. “Ice Cream Social” at Senior Citizen’s Center. Downtown Fairview has music & catching up with old friends. July 21: Sunday church service in the park. For more info visit “Old Timers Reunion & Fairview Festival Facebook page.

Fri., July 19, 26; Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

7:30 p.m. - Volleyball Sports Nights - Come bring your family & have a great time, 1215 5th St. SE, Sidney. For more info call 701-317-2309.

Sat., July 20

7 a.m.-3 p.m. - 16th Annual Monster Catfish Roundup - 2-man team, $100 entry fee. Boundaries: Intake to State Line. Calcutta & rules meeting: July 19, 7 p.m., Ranger Lounge. Entries can be dropped off at High Caliber Sports or enter online at montanacats.com. For more info call Steve, 406-489-1170.

Sat., July 20 & Sun., July 21

3rd Annual Border Town Blast - Saturday race starts 4 p.m., Time onlys 1:30-3:30 p.m .; Sunday Race starts 10 a.m., Time onlys 8-9:30 a.m. (1/$5 or 3/$10 - Pay at the gate) Sidney Saddle Club, 5th St. SW, Sidney

Sat., July 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

7:30 p.m. - Basketball Sports Nights - Come bring your family & have a great time, 1215 5th St. SE. For more info call 701-317-2309, Sidney

Sat., July 20, 27, Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct. 5 & 12

7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. - Richland County Farmers Market - Featuring a variety of handmade items, crafts, produce, & food products. Richland County Courthouse parking lot, corner of 2nd St NW & 2nd Ave NW. Watch the Richland County Farmers Market Facebook page for updates, Sidney

Mon., July 22-Thurs., July 25

9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. - Sidney Public Schools Back To School Registration - Grades K-12 registration, Central Elementary School, 200 3rd Ave., SE, Sidney.

Sat., July 27

10 a.m.-2 p.m. - Big Sky Renovisions 2nd Annual Car Show - 202 Main St., Froid. Registration begins 9 a.m. To preregister call or text 406-787-7788 for Austin or email at [email protected].

Wed., July 31 - Sat., Aug. 3

2024 Richland County Fair & Rodeo Back Roads & Tractor Shows, Sidney. - Rollo; Cowtown USA, North Star Amusements; Leapin’ Louie, Carnival, delicious food & free shows daily. PRCA Rodeos, Aug. 1: Heroes Night; Aug. 2: Tough Enough To Wear Pink. Rodney Atkins Concert with special guest Jerrod Niemann, Aug. 3, 7 p.m.

Sat., Aug. 17

9 a.m.-3 p.m. - 9th Annual Yellowstone Poker Float-Waterhole #3 - Launch/register, 9-10 a.m. at the “Stateline” (intersection of CR 131 & 356) straight south of Fairview & finish at Sundheim Park. Arrange your own drop off/pick up. We’ll have card stops along the way with 100% payout with a portion going to Sloppy Joe meal to follow at the Waterhole. Float at your own risk, 21+.

5:30 p.m. - 47th Annual Demolition Derby - Richland County Fairgrounds.

Mon., Aug. 19

6 p.m. - Women’s Financial Literacy Workshop - Learn & confidently use financial skills & concepts to make informed decisions regarding your money. Sidney-Richland County Library.

Tues., Aug. 20

6:30-7:30 p.m. - Book Club - The Book Club meets the 3rd Tues. of each month at The Meadowlark, Sidney.

Sat., Aug. 24

9 a.m. - Foundation For Community Care Benefit Golf Scramble - $200/player; $1,200, 6-person team. Sidney Country Club. For more info visit https://www.foundationforcommunitycare.org/.

Sat. Aug. 24, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Sun., Aug. 25, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

The Sun Bus - Free skin cancer screening, sun safety education, facial skin imaging, free Eltamd sunscreen & heliocare samples. Richland County Health Department, 1201 W. Holly St., Suite 1, Sidney, For more info call Heather Nevins at 406-433-2207 or visit https://www.thesunbus.org/.

Wed., Aug. 28

6-8 p.m. - Prioritizing School & Community Wellness Series Kickoff - Learn about free 50+ on-demand courses, ask a therapist FAQs, mental health webinars for parents. Refreshments & child care provided. Boys & Girls Clubs of the MonDak Richland County, 201 3rd Ave. SE, Sidney.

Events in Glendive & Richey, Mountain Time

Wed., July 17, 31, Aug. 14

6 p.m. - Trivia in the Park - Free event that covers a wide variety of family friendly topics suitable for all ages. Makoshika State Park Lower Group Use Shelter, Glendive.

Thurs., July 18

9:30-11:30 a.m. - Youth Program: Fun with Fossils - Free event where children ages 7-13 are invited to learn what fossils are & how they are formed. As well as what types of fossils there are & fun facts about each of them. Makoshika State Park Visitor Center, Glendive.

Fri., July 19

3:30-6:55 p.m. - Golf Scramble - Glendive Community Cancer Fund - 4 person teams, $400 per team. Cottonwood Country Club, 508 Country Club Road. Register at [email protected] or 406-698-1701.

Sat., July 20

10 a.m.-4 p.m. - Bridge Day - Celebrating the historic Bell Street Bridge. Bring the family, lawn chairs & spend the day at Bell Street Bridge/Eyer Park, 1002 W. Bell St., Glendive. Featuring yard games, live performances, vendors, local food vendors & beer from local breweries.

4 p.m. - Frontier Gateway Museum 60th Anniversary Celebration With Jessie Veeder - Jessie Veeder book reading & signing at Glendive Public Library 4-5:30 p.m. Music at the Museum 7-8:30 p.m. Food trucks available.

8 p.m. - Concert - Richey Saddle Club Grounds

Sat. July 20, 27

8:30-10:30 a.m. - Paleo Experience - The paleontology experience will include a visitor center tour, a tour of the paleo lab, & an interpretive hike. $10 per person. RSVP your spot by calling 406-377-6256. Makoshika State Park Visitor Center, Glendive.

Sun., July 21

2 p.m. - 69th Annual Richey Rodeo - Richey Saddle Club Grounds. Admission $10 adults, $5 students. Concessions on grounds, no carry in coolers. Music Sunday evening at Shorty’s Bar. To enter call or text Nancy Verschoot, 406-480-2430 by July 18.

9 p.m. - Full Moon Hike - Free event. Hike with the full moon light under the Makoshika night sky. Telescope viewing will also be available. Caprock Trailhead, Glendive.

Wed., July 24

8 a.m.-5:50 p.m. - Dawson County Fair Open Horse Show - Open to all breeds of horses & levels of showmanship. Classes for all ages & levels of experience. Dawson County Fairgrounds, Glendive.

8:30-11:30 a.m. - Richey Schools Sports Physicals - Grades 5-12, Cost: $50. Check in at Richey High School office.

Thurs., July 25

9:30-1:30 a.m. - Youth Program: Who Gives A Hoot - Free event for children ages 7-13 will learn about adaptation in owls by discussing Montana’s native owls. Makoshika State Park Visitor Center, Glendive.

Thurs., July 25, 8 a.m.-Sat., July 27, 11:55 p.m.

Dawson County Fair, Glendive - Rodeos, concerts, magicians, street dancing & more. For more info visit https://dawsonfair.com.

Thurs., Aug. 1

9:30-11:30 a.m. - Youth Program: Game Day - Students will win prizes as they play various games. Makoshika State Park Visitors Center, Glendive.

Fri., Aug. 9

7 p.m. - Campfire Program: The Greatest Adventure on the Yellowstone - Free event where Chris Dantic will take you through Clark’s adventure on the Yellowstone River. Makoshika State Park Lower Group Use Shelter, Glendive.

Mon., Aug. 12

9 p.m. - Night Sky Program - Free event. Look at the Makoshika night sky through a telescope. A ranger-led interpretive talk will be included. Lower Group Use Shelter, Glendive.

Mon., Aug. 19

8 p.m. - Full Moon Hike - Free event. Hike with the full moon light under the Makoshika night sky. Telescope viewing will also be available. Hiatt Amphitheater, Glendive.

Sat., Aug. 24

10 a.m. - Wild Montana Wilderness Walk - Free event, please register. A 4-mile hike guided by park staff, provides close up views of adjacent valleys. Moderate difficulty, little or no shade. Meet at Makoshika State Park Visitor Center, Glendive. Visit https://wildmontana.org to reserve your spot.

Sun., Sept. 8

8 p.m. - Night Sky Program: Saturn at Opposition - Free event. Use telescopes to look at the rings of Saturn. View & photograph Saturn & its moons. Makoshika State Hiatt Amphitheater, Glendive.

Sat., Sept. 14

All Day - Makoshika 4th Annual Music & Arts Festival - Free event featuring local musicians, craft vendors, wine & beer vendors, food trucks, live paintings, & guided hikes will occur throughout the day. Hiatt Amphitheater, Glendive.