The 68,000,000 cubic yard of dirt on the Garrison dam embankment was dumped on November 4, completing the huge earth fill project which began October 4, 1947.
The Ward County Independent, November 25, 1954
Why We Chose It
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Today’s Happenings!
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Future Fun!
Performances & Exhibitions
The Traveling Opry Show @DickensFestival
Friday, December 13th
Experience the magic of classic country hits with Becky Schlegel & The Traveling Opry Show at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on Friday, December 13th. Enjoy a nostalgic evening filled with the timeless tunes of Loretta Lynn, George Jones, and more. #CountryClassics #LiveMusic #SavorMinot
Live Music!
Ethan Armstrong @BlueRider
Friday, November 29th
Catch Ethan Armstrong live at Blue Rider on Friday, November 29th, for a night filled with bluegrass and country tunes in downtown Minot. Enjoy stiff drinks and free popcorn while experiencing this local talent’s captivating performance. #LiveMusic #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
A Kat Perkins Christmas @DickensFestival
Friday, November 29th
Experience the magic of the holidays with “A Kat Perkins Christmas” at the Dickens Village Festival in Garrison on November 29th. Enjoy a festive evening of traditional and original Christmas songs, audience participation, and a special young star performance. #ChristmasConcert #FamilyFun #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Holiday Twilight Tour of Homes @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, December 7th
Join the festive spirit in Minot with the Taube Museum of Art’s Holiday Twilight Tour of Homes on Saturday, December 7th, featuring an art giveaway, silent auction, and stunning holiday decorations. Don’t miss this annual celebration that marks the start of the holiday season! #HolidayTour #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
Performances & Exhibitions
A Renaissance Christmas Feast @MinotChamberChorale
Friday, December 6th — Saturday, December 7th
Experience a magical evening with the Minot Chamber Chorale’s Renaissance Christmas Feast, featuring classic holiday tunes and new compositions in downtown Minot. Join the festivities at the Regency Event Center on December 6th and 7th at 7 p.m. #RenaissanceFeast #MinotChorale #SavorMinot
Let’s Celebrate!
Christmas in the Park! @MinotSertoma
Friday, November 29th — Tuesday, December 31st
Experience the magic of the holiday season at Minot Sertoma Club’s Christmas in the Park, featuring enchanting light displays at Oak Park from November 29 to December 31. Drive through with your family for just $5 per car and enjoy the festive atmosphere! #ChristmasInMinot #HolidayLights #SavorMinot
Special Events & Fundraisers
Soup it Up 2025! @TaubeMuseum
Saturday, February 22nd
Mark your calendars for Soup it Up 2025 at the Taube Museum of Art on February 22nd, where you can savor a variety of soups and participate in a silent auction. Join fellow food lovers in downtown Minot for this tasty fundraiser and vote for your favorite soup! #SoupItUp2025 #MinotEvents #SavorMinot
